Cognex In-Sight 3800 line Scan Series

High Speed, High Resolution Line Scan with Built-in AI

The In-Sight 3800 Line Scan is a high-speed, high-resolution camera designed for the most demanding industrial manufacturing applications. Combining advanced AI capabilities with ultra-fast processing, it detects even the smallest features and defects at line speeds.

This vision system excels in performing detailed inspections on continuous webs, cylindrical surfaces, large parts, and parts with complex shapes and patterns.

Key Features

AI Capabilities: Improve quality control with AI-powered defect detection
High-Resolution Imaging: Capture every detail to ensure product quality and reduce the risk of costly errors
High-Speed Processing: Achieve high throughput with lightning-fast image acquisition and tool processing
Fully Embedded Solution: Simplify integration and operation with a compact, space-saving design, no PC required

Key applications and use cases

From detecting defects on continuous webs to inspecting cylindrical surfaces and complex patterns, the In-Sight 3800 Line Scan solves a range of factory automation applications, while delivering high performance at the fastest speeds.

Optical character recognition (OCR): Extract and read text, such as lot codes and expiry dates, from rotating or curved surfaces for accurate product tracking and compliance.
Defect detection: Identify defects on wide-format materials, ensuring high-quality standards for printed media and other substrates.
Presence/absence detection: Verify the presence or absence of key features across multiple regions on large objects to ensure proper assembly.
Continuous web inspection: Detect coating voids on continuous web materials to find and correct quality issues during the manufacturing process.
Barcode reading: Accurately decode barcodes on large parts for reliable tracking and traceability throughout production.
Measurement:Unwrap and measure circular or curved parts, ensuring precise dimensions for proper functionality and fit.

Line scan vs. area scan technology: choosing the right solution for your application

When it comes to industrial imaging, understanding the differences between line scan and area scan technology is crucial for selecting the right solution. Here's a breakdown of how each technology works and its ideal use cases:

line scan

Line scan technology

How it works: Builds images line-by-line as objects move past the sensor, ideal for fast or continuously moving objects.
Best use cases: Inspecting continuous materials like webs and textiles, cylindrical objects, complex surfaces, and large parts.

area scan

Area scan technology

How it works: Captures the entire image in a single snapshot, ideal for static or moderately moving objects.
Best use cases: Inspecting parts on a production line where items remain stationary for short periods.

Elevate quality control with image overlap technology

The In-Sight 3800 Line Scan uses advanced image overlap technology to deliver full coverage and highly detailed inspections, ensuring superior quality control on fast-moving production lines.

Improved accuracy: Capture overlapping sections for complete inspection coverage, reducing the risk of missed defects and ensuring consistent product quality.
Seamless high-speed inspection: Perfect for high-speed production environments, ensuring no areas are overlooked, even with fast movement.

Complete vision toolset for any automation challenge

The In-Sight 3800 Line Scan combines AI-powered and rule-based tools in a single, powerful vision system, offering unmatched flexibility for a wide range of error-proofing applications. From simple tasks to complex problems, the In-Sight 3800 Line Scan provides everything you need to optimize automation with precision and ease.

AI tools

Leverage AI-powered edge learning tools that process images directly on the device for real-time, accurate results. With example-based training and no prior experience required, these tools are easy to use and enable fast deployment.

Rule-based vision tools

The In-Sight 3800 Line Scan also features an extensive library of industry-proven, rule-based tools, providing advanced capabilities to tackle challenging inspections. These include: Measure Distance, Pixel Count, Count Patterns, Math and Logic Tools, and more.

With its complete vision toolset, the In-Sight 3800 Line Scan empowers manufacturers to tackle tasks of any complexity, boosting productivity and ensuring quality control throughout operations.

Advanced Control Solutions is a Cognex In-Sight 3800 distributor in Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama and Mississippi. We offer free evaluations and technical support to help our customers solve their applications.