MACHINE VISION

SYSTEMS ▪ SENSORS ▪ SOFTWARE

THE GLOBAL LEADER
IN MACHINE VISION AND INDUSTRIAL BARCODE READING

$1.04 OVER 41
Cognex,® the leading supplier of machine vision
and industrial barcode reading solutions.
With over 3.5 million systems installed in facilities YEARS IN THE BUSINESS
around the world and over forty one years of

BILLION 500+
experience, Cognex is focused on industrial machine
vision and image-based barcode reading technology.
Deployed by the world’s top manufacturers, suppliers
and machine builders, Cognex products ensure
that manufactured items meet the stringent quality
2021 REVENUE CHANNEL PARTNERS
requirements of each industry.
Cognex solutions help customers improve GLOBAL OFFICES IN
manufacturing quality and performance by eliminating
defects, verifying assembly and tracking information
at every stage of the production process. Smarter
20+ COUNTRIES
3,500,000+
automation using Cognex vision and barcode reading
systems means fewer production errors, which equates
to lower manufacturing costs and higher customer
satisfaction. With the widest range of solutions and
largest network of global vision experts, Cognex is the
best choice to help you Build Your Vision.™
SYSTEMS SHIPPED

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OPTIMIZE QUALITY, MINIMIZE WASTE,
MAXIMIZE THROUGHPUT
Tens of thousands of applications worldwide inspect billions of products each day, many products that simply could
not be manufactured without machine vision technology. Whether verifying the fill levels of soda bottles traveling on a
conveyor, reading oil-stained codes on automotive parts or positioning touch screens on smartphones to micron-level
accuracy, machine vision technology performs highly-detailed tasks on high-speed production lines.

Cognex comprehensive line of

vision sensors and 2D and 3D
vision systems all use machine
vision technology to perform
inspections but are engineered for
different tasks.
Vision Sensors 2D Vision 3D Vision
Presence/Absence   
Defect Detection   
Assembly Verification   
Gauge/Measure   

Cosmetic Inspection  
Guide/Align  
OCR/OCV  
Code Reading 

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DEEP LEARNING
TECHNOLOGY
Deep learning technology uses neural networks that mimic human intelligence to distinguish anomalies, locate
deformed parts, and read challenging characters while tolerating natural variations in complex patterns. Deep
learning complements traditional machine vision approaches, which struggle to appreciate variability and deviation
between visually similar parts.

Deep Learning Tools

Capable of processing large, detailed image sets, Cognex Deep Learning tools are designed to
automate complex or highly customized applications throughout manufacturing. These tools can perform
judgment-based part location, inspection, classification, and character recognition more effectively than humans or
traditional machine vision solutions.

Blue Locate: Feature Location

and Assembly Verification Red Analyze: Defect Detection

Blue Read: Character Recognition Green Classify: Object and Scene Classification

Dent Scratch

ViDi EL Classify: Part Classification

ViDi EL Deep Learning Tools
Using a pre-trained set of deep learning-
based algorithms, ViDi™ EL tools solve
vision applications in minutes. Training requires as few
as five to ten images per class, with no coding needed.

Gear 1 Gear 2 Gear 3

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VISION
TECHNOLOGY

Industry Leading Object Location

PatMax RedLine® is an accurate, highly repeatable tool
that locates trained patterns no matter the size, rotation,
or location of the target part. It is ideal for industries and applications
that require large fields of view, high accuracy, large angle and scale
tolerances, and multiple targets.

PatMax® 3D is an accurate 3D vision tool that locates trained patterns

based on its 3D geometry under 6 degrees of freedom (X, Y, Z, Rx, Ry,
Rz). It finds 3D objects within a 3D point cloud image and is ideal for
locating and identifying objects which are tilted, stacked or not properly
seated with a fixture.

Advanced Image Formation Technology

HDR+ is a patent-pending technology that delivers a high-
contrast, uniform image in a single acquisition for multi-point
inspections of parts with varying depths of field and lighting conditions.

SurfaceFX™ uses lighting and software algorithms to remove noise

and clutter from the surface background and isolate features and
defects that are recessed or embossed on parts. It highlights surface
defects such as chips, wrinkles, punctures, stamped text, and codes so
other vision tools can perform their tasks.

High-Performance 3D Vision
Patented, speckle-free blue laser optical system enables
3D vision systems to capture higher quality images than
traditional laser displacement sensors in real-world factory settings.

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VISION POWERED BY
DEEP LEARNING
Cognex Deep Learning solutions learn to spot patterns and anomalies from reference image
examples, which automates and scales complex inspection applications that until now still
required human inspectors.

In-Sight 2800 Series

The In-Sight® 2800 vision system combines deep learning technology
with traditional rule-based vision tools to solve a range of error-proofing
Up to 104.4 mm

tasks. From simple presence/absence detection to more advanced

categorization and sorting applications, this fully integrated vision system
offers an easy-to-use solution for automating inspections.

TOOL SET RESOLUTION FEATURES

mm
109.7
Up to 1.6MP 69 m Up to
Monochrome/
m
ViDi EL Color Autofocus IP67

Up to 42.4 mm
90.6 mm
Up to 78.5 mm

OK OK

Torn Skewed NG

See pages 14–15 for specifications.

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m m
95.1 m

In-Sight D900 Series

121 mm
The In-Sight D900 vision system leverages advanced deep learning-
based tools to solve challenging OCR, assembly verification, and
defect detection tasks. Processing takes place on-device, which
eliminates the need for a PC, simplifying application deployment and
bringing the power of deep learning to non-programmers.

TOOL SET RESOLUTION FEATURES

Up to 5MP Monochrome/ Additional

Color Storage Autofocus IP67
DL ViDi EL

See pages 14–15 for specifications.

VisionPro Deep Learning

VisionPro® Deep Learning is a deep-learning based
image analysis software that automates highly
variable applications by tolerating natural variation,
while successfully differentiating between acceptable
and unacceptable anomalies. Its graphical, point-
and-click programming environment makes it easy
to configure jobs and enables users to generate
inspection results, fast.

TOOL SET

DL ViDi EL

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 2D VISION SYSTEMS
Cognex In-Sight 2D vision systems are unmatched in their ability to inspect, identify, and align parts. These self-
contained, industrial-grade vision systems combine a library of advanced vision tools with high-speed image
acquisition and processing. A wide range of models, including line scan and color systems, meet most price and
performance requirements.

91.1 mm
In-Sight 7000 Series
Combines modular integrated lighting
and optics for optimal image formation
with powerful vision tools and ease of use
97.2 mm

in a compact footprint for fast, accurate

inspections on space-constrained
production lines.

RESOLUTION FEATURES
m
88.9 m Up to
5MP IP67 HDR+ Autofocus

35 mm

In-Sight 8000 Series

Ultra-compact standalone vision systems
deliver industry-leading vision-tool
performance in the micro form factor of a
typical GigE vision camera. 32 mm
75.5 mm
RESOLUTION AVAILABLE FEATURES

Up to 5MP
Micro PoE HDR+

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In-Sight 9000 Series
Rugged, ultra-high-resolution standalone vision systems equipped with a full suite of In-Sight vision tools solve
high accuracy part location, measurement, and inspection applications. Line scan and area scan image acquisition
options are available for imaging large continuously moving or stationary objects.
50 mm
RESOLUTION FEATURES

Area Scan: Up to 12MP

Line Scan: Up to 32MP IP67
Additional
Storage
98 mm

In-Sight 9912 Area Scan

Standalone, ultra-high-resolution 12MP, vision system
acquires and processes exceptionally detailed images
for high accuracy part location, measurement, and
inspection over a large area—even when mounted at
longer distances.

53.4 mm

In-Sight 9902 Line Scan

Self-contained vision systems ideal for detailed inspections of large, cylindrical, or continuously moving objects.
1K and 2K modes deliver high-resolution images that can used to detect even the smallest features and defects.

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VISION SENSORS
Vision sensors perform simple pass/fail applications that help ensure products
and packaging manufactured on an automated production line are error-free
and meet stringent quality standards. Cognex vision sensors provide highly
reliable inspections thanks to powerful vision tools, integrated lighting,
modularity, and an easy-to-use setup environment.

52 mm
In-Sight 2000 Series
Ideal for solving error-proofing applications, these vision
sensors set new standards for value, ease of use, and flexibility
m
and can adapt to virtually any production line environment. to 92 m
60 mm Up

In-Sight 2000 Mini

43.1 mm
mm
All the power of the In-Sight 2000 vision sensor in an ultra-compact to 64
Up
form factor allows users to deploy vision sensors in machines or

Up to 35.8 mm
production lines with limited mounting space.

RESOLUTION FEATURES

Up to 1.2MP Monochrome Color Autofocus IP65 PoE

OK NG

OK NG

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2D VISION APPLICATIONS
Automotive

OK

NG

Food & Beverage

1 scoop 1 scoop OK

2 scoops 0 scoops NG

Electronics

OK

NG

Pharmaceutical

OK

NG

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MODULAR DESIGN
FOR MAXIMUM FLEXIBILITY
When it comes to factory automation, one size rarely fits all. That’s why many In-Sight vision systems and vision
sensors are designed with modular lights, lenses, and filters. These field-changeable and user-configurable
options provide users with ultimate flexibility to customize the system for their specific application and easily adjust
as needs change.

Field changeable C-mount, S-mount, and

autofocus lenses for best image resolution
White, blue, red,
based on working distance.
and IR LED lights
minimize the need
for expensive external
lighting and enhance
specific features or text.

Original color image,

ambient light

Monochrome camera image

with blue light

Polarizers reduce glare or hot spots and enhance Color filters create contrast to lighten or darken features of
contrast so entire objects can be recognized. the object.

No filter specular glare With a linear polarizer Original color image No filter Blue Bandpass Filter

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2D VISION SPECIFICATIONS
2000 Series 2800 Series 7000 Series 8000 Series 9000 Series D900 Series

Image

Monochrome/Color
Monochrome/Color Monochrome/Color Monochrome/Color Monochrome/Color Area Scan, Monochrome/Color
Imager Type
Area Scan Area Scan Area Scan Area Scan Monochrome line Area Scan
scan
12MP (4096 x
3000),
Up to 1.2MP  Up to 1.6 MP Up to 5MP Up to 5MP Up to 5MP
Resolution 32MP (2048 x up
(1280 x 960) (1440 x 1080) (2448 x 2048) (2448 x 2048) (2592 x 1944)
to 16,384 lines) for
line scan
Up to 14 fps, 66K
Acquisition Speed
75 fps Up to 45Hz Up to 217 fps Up to 217 fps lines per second for Up to 51 fps
(Max) line scan

Options

C-Mount, S-Mount, C-Mount, S-Mount,

Lenses S-Mount, Autofocus S-Mount, Autofocus C-Mount C-Mount
Autofocus Autofocus
External light
Integrated, External Integrated, External
via light control
Lighting Integrated Integrated light via light control N/A lights via light
connector
connector control connector
(area scan only)

Networking

Speed Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps)

General TCP/IP, UDP, FTP,
TCP/IP, FTP TCP/IP, UDP, FTP, SFTP, Telnet, SMTP TCP/IP, FTP
Protocols Telnet, RS-232C

OPC UA, EtherNet/

OPC UA, EtherNet/ OPC UA, EtherNet/ OPC UA, EtherNet/
IP with AOP,
IP with AOP, IP with AOP, IP with AOP,
PROFINET Class
PROFINET Class PROFINET, PROFINET Class B, PROFINET Ethernet/IP with
B, iQSS, Modbus
Industrial Protocols B, iQSS, Modbus EtherNet/IP, SLMP, iQSS, Modbus TCP, Class B, iQSS, AOP, Profinet Class
TCP, SLMP/SLMP
TCP, SLMP/SLMP OPC/UA SLMP/SLMP Scanner, Modbus TCP, SLMP/ A, Profinet Class B
Scanner, CC-Link
Scanner, CC-Link IE CC-Link IE Field Basic, SLMP Scanner, CC-
IE Field Basic, IEEE
Field Basic IEEE 1588 (CIP Sync) Link IE Field Basic
1588 (CIP Sync)

I/O

Trigger input 1 1 1 1 1 1
General purpose input 1 1 1 1 1
General purpose
4 2 2 2 2 2
output
Bi-Directional 2 2 2 (area scan only) 2
Encoder 2 (line scan only)
CIO-1400, CIO- CIO-1400, CIO-
Expansion I/O CIO-1400 CIO-Micro
Micro Micro
Serial RS-232C

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 2000 Series 2800 Series 7000 Series 8000 Series 9000 Series D900 Series

Mechanical

In-line: 92 mm In-line: Up to 110 mm

(3.61 in),
Length (4.3 in), Right-angle: 90.1 mm (3.54 in) 75.5 mm (2.97 in) 121.0 mm (4.77 in) 121.0 mm (4.77 in)
Right-angle: 61 mm
Up to 68 mm (2.7 in)
(2.42 in)
Width 60 mm (2.38 in) Up to 69 mm (2.7 in) 60.5 mm (2.38 in) 35 mm (1.38 in) 60.5 mm (2.38 in) 60.5 mm (2.38 in)
Up to 2MP:
Up to 104 mm 35.7 mm (141 in),
Depth 52 mm (2.05 in) 32 mm (1.26 in) 53.4 mm (2.10 in) 53.4 mm (2.10 in)
(4.1 in) 5MP: 49.4 mm
(1.94 in)
Protection IP65 IP67 IP67  IP40 IP67 IP67

Vision Tools

Deep Learning  
Pattern
Matching    Available PatMax and PatMax RedLine
Blob     
Edge      
Measurement      
 IDMax , ®

 IDMax,  IDMax,
1D/2D Code Reading PowerGrid , ®
PowerGrid, Hotbars PowerGrid, Hotbars  IDMax
Hotbars ®

OCR     
Flaw Detection    
Color
Verification     
Color
Identification    
Histogram    
Brightness      
Pixel Counting      
Contrast      
Image Filters      

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3D VISION SYSTEMS
Whether performing a single profile measurement or scanning an entire surface
in 3D, Cognex has the most powerful and robust 3D vision tools. Manufacturers
in all industries trust Cognex technology to deliver high accuracy surface feature
measurements that go beyond the capabilities of 2D vision technology.

In-Sight 3D-L4000 Series

A unique vision system combining 3D laser
displacement technology with a high-performance smart
camera allowing factory engineers to quickly, accurately,
and cost effectively solve a wide variety of inspections
thanks to a comprehensive suite of true 3D vision tools,
101 mm

easy setup, and speckle-free blue laser optics.

3D RESOLUTION FEATURES

2000 points Factory

IP65
ESD-Safe Calibrated
150.5 mm
45 m
m

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3D-A5000 Series
State-of-the-art area scan 3D camera captures

97 mm
high-resolution 3D point cloud images in a fraction of
the time of current methods. Using unique 3D imaging
technology, it solves challenging assembly verification,
in-line metrology, and robotic guidance applications.

3D RESOLUTION 323.
9 mm

1.5 million points 136.8 mm

FEATURES

Factory
LightBurst Calibrated IP65

3D-L4000 with VisionPro

Powerful laser displacement sensor with PC-based development environment
performs fast, accurate 3D inspections, measurements, and OCR character
reading. Equipped with industry-leading 3D vision tool and delivers results in
real-world units.

3D RESOLUTION FEATURES

960–1920 points Factory

Calibrated ESD-Safe IP65

DS800 Series DSMax

Combining laser triangulation with advanced Quick, high-definition laser displacement sensor for
imaging, this easy-to-use displacement sensor precise 3D inspections of small, detailed parts. Ideal
generates highly-detailed 3D renderings of solution for electronic components which can contain
parts under inspection. Unique field calibration highly reflective or dark features.
technology auto-corrects for errors to offer
micron-level accuracy.
3D RESOLUTION

3D RESOLUTION
2000 points
1920 points
133.4 mm

FEATURES
111 mm

FEATURES
ESD-Safe IP67
65

Factory
Calibrated ESD-Safe IP65
mm

m
142.7 m

45 m
m mm
74

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3D VISION SYSTEMS SPECIFICATIONS
In-Sight 3D-L4000 Series and 3D-L4000 with VisionPro
IS3D-L4050 IS3D-L4100 IS3D-L4300
3D Technology Displacement Sensor
Clearance Distance (CD) 92.00 mm (3.6 in) 130.00 mm (5.1 in) 180.00 mm (7.1 in)
Measurement Range (MR) 106.00 mm (4.2 in) 235.00 mm (9.3 in) 745.00 mm (29.3 in)
Near FOV 55.00 mm (2.2 in) 75.00 mm (3.0 in) 95.00 mm (3.7 in)
Far FOV 90.00 mm (3.5 in) 180.00 mm (7.1 in) 460.00 mm (18.1 in)
Resolution XY 30.2–49.5 µm 41.7–99.0 µm 54.2–260.4 µm
Resolution Z 2.5–6.9 µm 4.4–25.9 µm 6.9–147.5 µm
Acquisition Rate Up to 4 kHz
Protection IP65
In-Sight 3D-L4000: In-Sight Vision Suite;
Software
3D-L4000 with VisionPro: VisionPro & Cognex Designer™

3D-A5000 Series
3D-A5120 3D-A5060 3D-A5030 3D-A5005
3D Technology 3D LightBurst Technology™ Area Scan
Clearance Distance (CD) 1000.0 mm (39.4 in) 1400.0 mm (55.1 in) 1465.0 mm (57.7 in) 299.3 mm (11.8 in)
Measurement Range (MR) 1000.0 mm (39.4 in) 400.0 mm (15.7 in) 80.0 mm (3.1 in) 12.0 mm (0.5 in)
Near FOV 900 x 675 mm (35.4 x 26.6 in) 520 x 390 mm (20.1 x 15.4 in) 280 x 210 mm (11.0 x 8.3 in) 60 x 44 mm (2.4 x 1.7 in)
Far FOV 1760 x 1320 mm (69.3 x 52 in) 645 x 490 mm (25.4 x 19.3 in) 285 x 216 mm (11.2 x 8.5 in) 65 x 46 mm (2.6 x 1.8 in)
Resolution XY 626–1223 µm 361–454 μm 195–200 μm 42–44 μm
Resolution Z 414–1656 µm 338–690 μm 178–213 μm 7–8 μm
Acquisition Time 200 msec
Protection IP65
Software VisionPro & Cognex Designer

DS800 DSMax
DS810 DS820 DSMax32T
3D Technology Laser Displacement Sensor 3D Technology Laser Displacement Sensor

Clearance Distance (CD) 25 mm (1 in) 63 mm (2.5 in) Clearance Distance (CD) 51.4–62.3 mm (2.0–2.5 in)

Measurement Range (MR) 5 mm (0.2 in) 16 mm (0.6 in) Measurement Range (MR) 10.9 mm (0.4 in)

Near FOV 10.5 mm (0.4 in) 22 mm (0.9 in) Near FOV 30 mm (1.2 in)

Far FOV 11.5 mm (0.5 in) 28 mm (1.1 in) Far FOV 31.5 mm (1.2 in)

Resolution XY 5.8–6.8 μm 11.5–14.5 μm Resolution XY 14.6–15.4 μm

Resolution Z 0.37–0.45 μm 1.1 – 1.6 μm Resolution Z 2.5–2.8 μm

Acquisition Rate Up to 10 kHz Acquisition Rate Up to 18 KHz

Protection IP65 Protection IP67

Software VisionPro & Cognex Designer Software VisionPro & Cognex Designer

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VISION SOFTWARE
Cognex vision software provides the power and flexibility to solve your most challenging machine vision applications
on your own terms. Available in several formats, choose between programmatic or graphical user interfaces to meet
your development needs and gain access to the industry’s most robust vision tool libraries.

In-Sight Vision Suite

All In-Sight products, from vision sensors to vision systems,
are configured with powerful, yet intuitive In-Sight Vision Suite
software. The easy-to-use interface walks you step-by-step
through the setup process and provides the power and flexibility
of the vision spreadsheet for more complex applications.
In-Sight Vision Suite also offers the widest range of built-in
communication protocols that interface directly to any PLC,
robot, or HMI on the factory network.

EasyBuilder
With point-and-click training, the intuitive EasyBuilder
development environment guides users through setup, allowing
both new and experienced operators to configure vision
applications quickly and easily.

Spreadsheet
Access to the spreadsheet provides ultimate application
development flexibility without programming.

Easy-to-deploy HMI
Cognex In-Sight sensors and systems offer multiple
runtime visualization options — available as a
ready-to-deploy LCD touch panel and as a PC
application, as well as a platform-independent Web
HMI that runs in any internet browser. Both choices
allow users to view inspection images and results
and to modify setup parameters.

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VisionPro
A powerful, PC-based development environment to tackle any vision challenge. VisionPro enables the rapid
development of sophisticated vision software through its extensive tool prototyping that allows you to visually
define and tune your application, using either traditional rule-based vision or deep learning-enabled smart
tools. VisionPro's seamlessly integrated programming interface enables the deployment of highly-customizable
applications—no matter the camera or frame grabber—giving you the flexibility to select the exact device needed
for your vision application.

Metal Metal

Glass Glass

PatMax LineMax™ BeadInspect™ SmartLine™

Object location Line finding Glue bead inspection Intelligent line detection

Vision Accessories
A wide variety of industrial cameras, frame grabbers, and I/O
factory communication cards for system flexibility.

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BUILD YOUR VISION
2D VISION SYSTEMS
Cognex machine vision systems are unmatched in their ability to inspect,
identify and guide parts. They are easy to deploy and provide reliable,
repeatable performance for common to complex tasks.
www.cognex.com/machine-vision

3D VISION SYSTEMS
Cognex laser profilers and area scan 3D vision systems provide ultimate
ease of use, power and flexibility to achieve reliable and accurate
measurement results for the most challenging 3D applications.
www.cognex.com/3D-vision-systems

VISION SOFTWARE
Cognex vision software provides industry leading vision technologies,
from traditional machine vision to deep learning-based image analysis,
to meet any development needs.
www.cognex.com/vision-software

BARCODE READERS
Cognex industrial barcode readers and mobile terminals with patented
algorithms provide the highest read rates for 1D, 2D and DPM codes
regardless of the barcode symbology, size, quality, printing method or surface.
www.cognex.com/barcodereaders

Companies around the world rely on Cognex vision and barcode

reading to optimize quality, drive down costs and control traceability.

Corporate Headquarters One Vision Drive Natick, MA 01760 USA

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