VA Imaging MER2-2000-6GC-P-VA 1" Color CMOS (Sony IMX183) Camera, 20 Megapixels, 5496 x 3672, 6 fps, Rolling Shutter, C-Mount, GigE Vision Output

GigE Vision Camera IMX183

The Mercury 2 GigE camera lineup represents a category of industrial vision cameras equipped with a GigE interface. GigE remains the predominant connection standard for cameras in conventional machine vision systems. The Mercury 2 series incorporates advanced functionalities such as decimation, binning, pixel skipping, image reversal, and digital shifting. This particular model is suitable if your requirements include:
- An industrial-grade camera
- Cable runs up to 100 meters
- Affordable and straightforward cable setup
- Compact dimensions of 29x29x40.3mm
- Optional support for hardware triggering

For additional technical information, please refer to the GigE vision camera manual.

MTBF, warranty & product life cycle

Daheng Imaging manufactures over 100,000 industrial cameras annually, adhering to stringent quality standards. The mean time between failures (MTBF) exceeds 400,000 hours, equivalent to 45 years of continuous operation. These industrial cameras carry TÜV Rheinland certification and come with a 3-year warranty. Each model remains available for a minimum of 7 years following its market release, with many models supported for significantly longer periods. For further insights into our product life cycle management, please consult this article.

Color industrial camera

Industrial color cameras utilize a Bayer filter array to generate color images. The RGB values for each pixel are computed by combining the pixel s own data with that of adjacent pixels. This process results in images that are generally less sharp compared to those produced by monochrome cameras.
Because of the RGB filter applied to each pixel, under white light conditions, each pixel captures approximately 66% fewer photons than a monochrome sensor. This leads to reduced light sensitivity in color cameras relative to monochrome ones. To address this, the following adjustments can be made: - Enhance the illumination
- Increase the sensor gain
- Extend the shutter speed or exposure time
- Choose a sensor with higher light sensitivity
- Use a lens designed for better light transmission
Color industrial cameras are primarily employed in scenarios where color data is essential.

industrial GigE camera with PoE

Power over Ethernet (PoE) technology for GigE cameras delivers both electrical power and data transmission through a single Ethernet cable. This approach minimizes cable requirements and simplifies installation in setups that do not necessitate hardware triggering or additional I/O connections. For applications requiring I/O, it is recommended to power the camera via an I/O connector. Cameras powered by PoE typically consume more power and generate additional heat compared to those powered through I/O connectors. The PoE-enabled GigE camera is physically larger than its non-PoE counterpart due to the inclusion of an extra PCB that isolates power from the Ethernet signal and converts voltage levels. This added hardware increases the cost relative to the standard version. The main benefit of PoE is the simplified installation process, requiring fewer cables overall.