Connector Orientation and Data Code Inspection on PCBs in Under 100 ms
An enclosed vision station checks the orientation of a connector in the PCB slot and reads the data code on the connector strip, with edge-based measurements accurate to 50–60 microns.
Vision system for data code reading & foil connection
The Application
Vision solutions that raise accuracy in PCB manufacturing
In the PCB (printed circuit board) industry, vision solutions play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and accuracy of manufacturing processes, improving efficiency, reducing defects and maintaining high-quality standards throughout production.
This application checks the orientation of the connector to the PCB slot and reads the data code on the connector strip.
Key Factors
User-friendly HMI
Handshaking with LabVIEW libraries
Accuracy up to 50 to 60 microns
Easily detects edges in reflective and noisy areas
Processing time of about 100 ms
Performance at a Glance
Fast, precise checks on reflective, noisy surfaces
50–60 µm
Accuracy achieved on connector measurements.
<100 ms
Processing time achieved.
Data Matrix
Data code read on the connector strip.
Operation
How the inspection works
An edge detection tool measures the distance between the stripes of the connector, even with angle variation.
01
Orientation check
Vision checks the orientation of the connector to the PCB slot.
02
Edge detection
An edge detection tool detects and measures the distance between connector stripes, with angle variation.
03
OK / NOK display
Results are displayed on screen for OK and NOK conditions, along with the data code reading.
04
Results to other software
Results are transferred through an Adam TCP/IP module, and Aurora Vision handshakes with LabVIEW for the end results.
Final Result
Enclosed vision station and live results
Enclosed vision components
Results screen — distance, angle and Data Matrix checks all Pass
Technology Used
Hardware behind the inspection
12 MP Basler Camera
Captures the PCB connector area for edge and code inspection.
50 mm Lens
Optics for the connector strip field of view.
200 mm TMS Bar Lights
Controlled illumination for reflective, noisy surfaces.
Aurora Vision Runtime
Runs the edge detection and Data Matrix reading tools.
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