Vision Sensor Applications with the Balluff Sharpshooter Vision Sensor

Vision Sensors vs. Vision Systems
Vision Sensors are stand-alone devices which operate without the need for a connection to a computer. They have the reliability of a rugged photo sensor and the flexibility of a digital camera.

Vision Systems rely on a computer to run complex detection algorithms to sense the part under test. They can be costly to implement and require advanced programming knowledge and additional hardware on your production floor.   


Balluff's Sharpshooter Vision Sensor:

- Uses a simple setup program which is free from Balluff.

- Once adjusted, the computer is disconnected and 
   the sensor runs alone.

Sharpshooter combines vision capability and photoelectric sensor simplicity. This vision based sensor provides reliable error proofing and quality inspection anywhere. It can be used like a sensor, but provides far more functionality than any discrete sensor. It’s also far easier to use and more cost effective than more complex vision systems.

Key Vision Sensor Notes:

Packaging Applications
Water bottle fill level verification
Bottle cap presence verification
Clear bottle cap inspection
Cotton presence check in pill bottle
Package flap inspection
Product code verification
Conformance / presence check
Pattern matching
Packing completeness

Automotive Applications
Verification of correct relays and fuses
Proper length of rivet in plastic automotive part
Presence of attributes to guarantee product quality
Fuel injector component presence verification
Weld seam proper orientation for further processing
Inspecting the presence and gap of bearings
Verify presence/absence and orientation of pins on connector