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Compact in size, it holds great power, and precise transmission solves the industrial vision problem.
In the precise world of industrial inspection and automation, the visual system is the “eyes” of the equipment. With the deepening of the Industrial 4.0 era, traditional visual systems are gradually falling short in terms of spatial limitations, detail capture and system integration. The combination of Tamron MP3010M-EV camera module and HD-HDMI interface board is becoming the preferred solution for an increasing number of industrial applications.
01 Challenges of industrial vision and limitations of traditional solutions
The industrial environment imposes extremely strict requirements on the visual system: the production line needs to capture both macroscopic panoracas and microscopic details simultaneously. The narrow internal space of the robotic arm limits the size of the camera, and the complex electromagnetic environment demands stable and reliable signal transmission.
Traditional fixed-focus cameras often face a dilemma in quality inspection: wide-angle lenses have a wide coverage but lose details, while telephoto lenses have clear details but a narrow field of view. For instance, circuit board inspection requires the simultaneous observation of the overall layout and micron-level solder joints, making it difficult for traditional solutions to achieve both. The interior space of industrial equipment is often extremely precious. Traditional cameras, due to their large size, often limit the optimization of the equipment structure.
02 Tamron MP3010M-EV, compact in size but brimming with power
The Tamron MP3010M-EV achieves an ultimate miniaturized design with a length of only 59 millimeters and a weight of 70 grams. This advantage enables it to be flexibly embedded in the end of robotic arms, automated inspection units or AGV navigation systems. The 10x optical zoom lens of the MP3010M-EV supports a smooth transition from wide-angle to telephoto. The wide-angle end can cover the entire production line in full view, while the telephoto end can magnify and observe the micron-level solder joints or surface defects of components.
The lighting conditions in factory environments are complex. Scenarios such as strong light welding and dim light clean rooms have extremely high requirements for imaging stability. The MP3010M-EV is equipped with SONY’s STARVIS sensor and can still output clear images in low-light conditions.
The wide dynamic range of the Tamron MP3010M-EV can effectively suppress metal reflection and clearly present the product profile and surface defects.
Its electronic anti-shake technology effectively suppresses image blurring caused by equipment vibration, ensuring stable images can be captured even during the operation of conveyor belts or robotic arms.
03 HD-HDMI interface board, a bridge for stable transmission
The HD-HDMI interface board, as a key component for high-definition video encoding and transmission, adopts advanced encoding technology and connects to the Tamron MP3010M-EV digital high-definition camera via an LVDS cable to output high-definition HDMI video signals.
The HD-HDMI interface board is equipped with a friendly user interface and easy-to-operate control methods. Users can set and adjust functional parameters such as zoom, focus, gain, and white balance through external 485 control or buttons.
Moreover, the HD-HDMI interface board is compatible with the SONY VISCA protocol and can be seamlessly connected and controlled with cameras that support this protocol. Whether it is a SONY FCB autofocus camera or a camera from another brand, users can control and operate it conveniently.
04 Perfect combination, the advantages of industrial applications are demonstrated
In the semiconductor packaging workshop, the MP3010M-EV can simultaneously monitor the overall layout of chip arrangement and magnify it to the solder joint level, significantly improving the defect detection rate.
The HD-HDMI interface board ensures the stable transmission of the detection image to the display end, providing reliable judgment basis for the operator.
The ultra-compact design of the Tamron MP3010M-EV (with a total length of only 59 millimeters and a weight of 70 grams) can be easily embedded at the end of a robotic arm or in an AGV navigation system.
Low-latency transmission ensures that visual data is transmitted in real time to the control system, enhancing the robot’s response speed. In the sorting system of e-commerce warehouses, the MP3010M-EV enhances the speed of barcode recognition and reduces the error rate.
The fast zoom and auto focus functions quickly capture barcodes at different distances through 10x optical zoom, and combine with auto focus to ensure clear imaging.
The day and night function of the Tamron MP3010M-EV is achieved through mechanical infrared filter switching, enabling 24-hour uninterrupted monitoring. In scenarios such as chemical plants, it can continuously monitor abnormal conditions like equipment temperature and cracks, facilitating predictive maintenance.
Summary
With the deepening of intelligent manufacturing, the combination of Tamron MP3010M-EV and HD-HDMI interface board is becoming an indispensable “visual core” in production lines. This solution not only enhances the accuracy and flexibility of industrial automation, but also reduces operation and maintenance costs through seamless integration. In the future industrial landscape, this combination will become a standard feature of smart factories.