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MV-CH120-60UC V5.0 12 MP USB3 Color Camera
- Warranty
- 36 months
USB imaging and lens selection
A 4096 × 3000 global-shutter frame at 30.7 fps gives MV-CH120-60UC its balance of spatial detail and workstation-rate USB acquisition. The 1.1-inch Stacked BSI CMOS sensor sends data through USB 3.0 and remains compatible with USB 2.0. Its 29 mm × 29 mm × 30 mm body weighs 80 g and accepts C-mount optics. The compact form and USB-powered option suit a camera mounted close to the processing host, with external 9 VDC to 24 VDC power also available.
The camera can inspect component position, printed features and surface detail when the object is moving or indexed. Global exposure preserves geometry across the 4096 × 3000 array, while the 6-pin P7 connector offers an opto-isolated input, an opto-isolated output and a bidirectional non-isolated line for timing. USB 3.0 power operation is rated at 2.4 W at 5 VDC. For optics, MVL-KF1224M-25MP and MVL-KF5024M-25MP are associated C-mount choices covering a 1.1-inch sensor with a Ø19.3 mm image size.
MV-CH120-60UC sits near MV-CH120-60UM, which also uses the 1.1-inch Stacked BSI sensor, 4096 × 3000 frame and 30.7 fps USB 3.0 link but explicitly provides Mono 8 output. MV-CH120-20UC V4.0 uses a 1-inch OnSemi XGS12000, records Bayer RG 8 at 4096 × 3072 and reaches 28 fps. MV-CH120-60VC specifies Bayer GB 8 colour and dual USB 3.0 at 30 fps in a longer 29 mm × 44 mm × 59 mm housing.
Available versions
One device, different revisions. We ship the current one by default; if a specific revision is already installed on your line, name it in the request and we will match it.
| Part number | PN | Note | Version | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MV-CH120-60UC | — | 30.7 fps, 2.4 W consumption | — | |
| MV-CH120-60UC V5.0 | 306303290 | 31.3 fps, 2 W consumption | V5.0 |
Specifications
| Sensor type | CMOS, global shutter |
| Sensor model | Stacked BSI |
| Sensor format | 1.1″ |
| Resolution | 4096 × 3000 |
| Maximum frame rate | 30.7 fps |
| Data interface | USB 3.0, compatible with USB 2.0 |
| Digital I/O | 6-pin P7 connector provides power and I/O, opto-isolated input × 1, opto-isolated output × 1, bi-directional non-isolated I/O × 1 |
| Lens mount | C-mount |
| Power supply | 9 VDC to 24 VDC, supports USB 3.0 power supply |
| Power consumption | 2.4 W @ 5 VDC |
| Ingress protection | IP40 |
| Operating temperature | -10 to 50 °C |
| Storage temperature | -30 to 80 °C |
| Humidity | 20 to 95 % RH |
| Dimensions | 29 mm × 29 mm × 30 mm |
| Weight | 80 g |
| Compatibility | USB3 Vision, GenICam |
Selection and applications
30.7 fps inspection at a local USB host. Global-shutter capture at 4096 × 3000. Compact C-mount imaging with USB power.
Minimum kit: MV-CH120-60UC, a C-mount lens such as MVL-KF5024M-25MP and a USB 3.0 cable supplying 5 VDC, or an external 9 VDC to 24 VDC input, form the minimum kit.
Nearby in the range: MV-CH120-60UM — Prefer it when Mono 8 is required at 4096 × 3000 and 30.7 fps.; MV-CH120-20UC V4.0 — Prefer it for Bayer RG 8 output from a 1-inch sensor at 28 fps..
Compatible lens options
- MVL-KF5024M-25MP — C-mount mount; Ø19.3 mm image circle fully covers the 1.1" sensor; 25 MP optical class — headroom for this camera
Cables and accessories for this model
Compatibility per manufacturer data.
- Power
- Power
- Mounting
- Camera mounts
FAQ
Which associated lenses are named for MV-CH120-60UC?
The lens suggestions are MVL-KF1224M-25MP and MVL-KF5024M-25MP. Both use C-mount, carry a 25 MP class description and have a Ø19.3 mm image size stated to cover the camera's 1.1-inch sensor.
Can the USB 3.0 connection power this camera directly?
Yes. USB 3.0 power is supported and consumption is listed as 2.4 W at 5 VDC. A separate 9 VDC to 24 VDC supply is another supported power arrangement through the camera connection.
What machine-timing signals are present on the P7 connector?
The 6-pin P7 connector provides one opto-isolated input, one opto-isolated output and one bidirectional non-isolated I/O. These signals can coordinate the global-shutter exposure with an external machine event.
What are the placement limits of the compact USB enclosure?
The body measures 29 mm × 29 mm × 30 mm and weighs 80 g. It carries a C-mount and is rated IP40, with a working interval from -10 °C to 50 °C and humidity from 20% RH to 95% RH.
How does MV-CH120-60UC differ from the OnSemi USB colour model?
MV-CH120-20UC V4.0 uses a 1-inch OnSemi XGS12000 and produces 4096 × 3072 Bayer RG 8 at 28 fps. MV-CH120-60UC instead lists a 1.1-inch Stacked BSI sensor, 4096 × 3000 resolution and 30.7 fps.
Typical applications
MV-CH120-60UC V5.0 is a color USB3 area-scan camera for high-resolution 2D acquisition using a 1.1-inch global-shutter sensor and Bayer output.
Active revision
The active listed revision is MV-CH120-60UC V5.0, PN 306303290, with status M1 and no EOL flag.
Sensor and acquisition rate
The camera uses a color stacked BSI CMOS global-shutter sensor. Sensor format is 1.1-inch, pixel size is 3.45 × 3.45 µm, and resolution is 4096 × 3000 (12.29 MP) with Bayer GB8 output. Full-resolution rate is ≈31 fps, see the official datasheet for the exact figure.
Exposure, interface and power
Exposure settings are 10–19 µs in UltraShort mode or 20 µs to 10 s in standard mode. Gain is 0–24 dB, and the listed dynamic range is 67.2 dB. The USB 3.0 interface is compatible with USB 2.0 and supports USB3 Vision and GenICam. Power is supplied through USB3 bus power or 9–24 VDC; typical consumption is 2 W at 5 VDC.
Machine I/O and mechanics
The 6-pin P7 connection provides one opto input, one opto output and one bidirectional non-isolated I/O. The C-mount housing is 29 × 29 × 30 mm, approximately 80 g and IP40 with proper installation. The working-temperature range is –10 to 50 °C.
FAQ
Will USB bus power be used, or is 9–24 VDC preferred for voltage drop, I/O, and installation reliability?
The camera supports USB3 bus power and 9–24 VDC input. Typical listed consumption is 2 W at 5 VDC.