Area camera · CT series
Hikrobot MV-CT2MG0060/R
- Lead time
- from 5 days
- Warranty
- 36 months
MAX version: what you get
Same sensor, other versions:
Same version, other sensor variant:
Rolling-shutter detail and fit
Fine 2.4 × 2.4 µm sampling is central to MV-CT2MG0060/R. Its Sony IMX178 monochrome CMOS sensor records 3072 × 2048, giving a 6 MP frame on a 1/1.8 in format. The rolling shutter operates at up to 40.0 fps in Mono 8 with lossless compression over Gigabit Ethernet, while exposure ranges from 25 µs to 3.1 sec and gain extends from 0 dB to 24 dB.
The resolution and small pixels support inspection of fine stationary features, surface detail and step-and-capture measurements. For moving subjects, exposure and transport timing must account for the rolling shutter; Rolling and Global Reset modes are available. PoE or 9 V DC to 24 V DC powers the compact C-mount body, and IP67 protection applies with proper lens, cap and wiring installation across a –30 °C to 60 °C working range.
MV-CT2MG0050/G uses a global shutter and reaches 59.2 fps at 2448 × 2048, making it the motion-oriented alternative. MV-CT2MG0120/R shares a rolling shutter but increases sampling to 4096 × 3024 at 18.4 fps. MV-CT2MG0200/R goes to 5472 × 3648 at 22.3 fps. Choose MV-CT2MG0060/R when 3072 × 2048 detail is sufficient and a 40.0 fps rolling-shutter stream fits the process.
Specifications
| Shutter | rolling |
| Sensor model | Sony IMX178 |
| Nominal optical sensor format | 1/1.8″ |
| Sensor resolution | 3072×2048 px |
| Maximum frame rate | 19.5 fps @ Mono8, resolution 3072×2048 px; 40 fps @ lossless compression, Mono8, resolution 3072×2048 px |
| Color mode | mono |
| Lens mount | C-mount |
| Data interface | GigE (Fast Ethernet compatible) |
| Sensor technology | CMOS |
| Pixel size | 2.4×2.4 µm |
| Dynamic range | 71.3 dB |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 41.3 dB |
| Exposure time | 25…3100000 µs |
| Auto exposure | Off, Once, Continuous, global reset; rolling shutter |
| Gain | 0…24 dB |
| Pixel format | Mono8, Mono10, Mono10Packed, Mono12, Mono12Packed |
| Binning | 1x1, 2x2, 4x4 |
| Decimation | 1x1, 2x2, 4x4 |
| Data interface connector | M12 8-pin X-coded |
| Control interface | M12 8-pin A-coded |
| Protocol compatibility | GigE Vision, GenICam |
| Communication protocol versions | GigE Vision 2.0 |
| Third party software protocol | GigE Vision |
| Client software | MVS |
| Operating systems | Windows 7 (32/64-bit), Windows 10 (32/64-bit), Windows 11 (64-bit), Linux (32/64-bit) |
| Digital I/O lines | 1 input, opto-isolated, line 0; 1 output, opto-isolated, line 1; 1 bidirectional line, non-isolated, line 2 |
| Digital I/O connector | M8 8-pin A-coded |
| Power supply | 9…24 V |
| Power delivery | external power supply, PoE |
| PoE support | yes |
| Power consumption | 1.6 W (typical) @ DC, not controlling external device, fast heat balance off, supply voltage 24 V |
| Ingress protection | IP67 |
| Working temperature | -30…60 °C |
| Storage temperature | -30…80 °C |
| Humidity | 20…95 % @ non-condensing |
| Dimensions | 42×42×43 mm |
| Weight | 120 g (approx.) |
| Certification | CE, RoHS, KC |
| Reverse image | horizontal, vertical |
Documents
Engineering data for this model
Calculated by the MVisionPro engineering tools from the passport data of this model for typical tasks. The figures are estimates for preliminary selection.
Engineering conclusion: 20 mm at 300 mm WD gives a 103.22 mm field, so a 100 mm object fits geometrically. The confirmed mode 3072 × 2048 px · 40 fps · Mono8 gives a raw stream of 2.013 Gbit/s over GigE; the passport mode uses lossless compression, so the link load is lower than the raw figure.
Note: Spatial sampling is an engineering estimate; confirm measurement performance by calibration and verify the selected lens installation.
Field of view with a standard lens
| Task | Standard lens | Field of view at the task distance | Distance for the exact field |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 mm object at 300 mm | 20 mm | 103.22 mm | 291.27 mm |
| 200 mm object at 500 mm | 16 mm | 223.03 mm | 450.03 mm |
Resolution on the object
| Requested field of view | Sampling density | Object pixel | Minimum defect (5 px) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 mm | 30.72 px/mm | 32.55 µm/px | 0.1628 mm |
| 200 mm | 15.36 px/mm | 65.1 µm/px | 0.3255 mm |
Depth of field and motion
| Requested field of view | Depth of field | Exposure limit (1 px blur) |
|---|---|---|
| 100 mm | 7.59 mm at f/4 | 65.1 µs at 500 mm/s |
| 200 mm | 29.3 mm at f/4 | 65.1 µs at 1000 mm/s |
Data stream by interface
| Confirmed mode | Passport condition | Interface | Raw stream per camera |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3072 × 2048 px · 40 fps · Mono8 | 40.0 fps @ 3072 × 2048 Mono 8 (lossless compression mode enabled) | GigE | 2.013 Gbit/s |
Compatible lenses
| Type | Model | What was checked |
|---|---|---|
| Lens | MVL-HF0824M-10MP | Mount, sensor coverage and the optical task of the scenario |
| Lens | MVL-KF0814M-12MPE | Mount, sensor coverage and the optical task of the scenario |
| Lens | MVL-KF0818M-12MP | Mount, sensor coverage and the optical task of the scenario |
| Lens | MVL-KF1228M-12MP | Mount, sensor coverage and the optical task of the scenario |
| Lens | MVL-KF1628M-12MP | Mount, sensor coverage and the optical task of the scenario |
| Lens | MVL-KF1628M-12MPE | Mount, sensor coverage and the optical task of the scenario |
How these figures were calculated
- Assumption: Thin-lens approximation; working distance is measured from the principal plane.
- Assumption: The primary optical calculation uses the sensor width and field-of-view width.
- Assumption: The standard focal length is selected downward and its actual field of view is checked.
- Assumption: Object-space resolution is calculated independently for each requested axis.
- Assumption: Motion speed is constant along the selected motion axis.
- Assumption: Depth of field uses a two-pixel circle of confusion.
- Assumption: Stream bandwidth uses the confirmed wire bits per pixel before protocol overhead.
- Assumption: A selected camera is checked only against its passport interface profile.
- Warning: The passport frame rate is tied to the stated mode conditions.
Engineering tools
Configure a kit · Check interface · Calculate optics for this camera
Guide: Choosing a lens when the working distance is fixed · Exposure, motion blur and strobe
Selection and applications
Fine stationary-feature inspection. Step-and-capture surface analysis. Rolling-shutter monochrome measurement.
| Lenses | MVL-KF1628M-12MP, MVL-KF5024M-25MP |
|---|
Minimum kit: MV-CT2MG0060/R, a C-mount lens, an 8-pin M12 X-Code Gigabit Ethernet cable, and either a PoE source or 9–24 V DC input.
Nearby in the range: MV-CT2MG0050/G — Choose its global shutter and 59.2 fps rate for moving subjects; MV-CT2MG0120/R — Choose 4096 × 3024 rolling-shutter capture when 18.4 fps is enough; MV-CT2MG0200/R — Choose the Sony IMX183 for 5472 × 3648 output at 22.3 fps.
Compatible lens options
- MVL-KF1628M-12MP — C-mount mount; Ø17.6 mm image circle fully covers the 1/1.8″ sensor; 12 MP optical class — headroom for this camera
- MVL-KF5024M-25MP — C-mount mount; Ø19.3 mm image circle fully covers the 1/1.8″ sensor; 25 MP optical class — headroom for this camera
Cables and accessories for this model
Compatibility per manufacturer data.
- Data cables
- CT: M12 EthernetGigE
- I/O & power cables
- CT: power and I/O
- Power
- Power
- Optics
- Liquid lens
- Mounting
- Camera mounts
- Protection
- CT: IP67 covers
FAQ
Which C-mount lenses are proposed for the Sony IMX178 format?
MVL-KF1628M-12MP and MVL-KF5024M-25MP are proposed for MV-CT2MG0060/R. Both cover the 1/1.8 in sensor and use C-mount. Their 12 MP and 25 MP classes exceed the camera's 3072 × 2048 format, with focal length chosen to match field of view.
What does the rolling shutter mean for motion in this camera?
The Sony IMX178 reads with a rolling shutter, so subject or camera motion during readout can change geometry across the frame. The camera supports Rolling and Global Reset exposure modes, but the sensor remains a rolling-shutter device. Geometry-sensitive work should use a stationary target, stopped indexing or strobe-controlled exposure.
How much bandwidth and power does MV-CT2MG0060/R use?
Image data uses 1 Gbit/s Gigabit Ethernet through an 8-pin M12 X-Code connector, with Fast Ethernet compatibility. Power can come from PoE or 9 V DC to 24 V DC. Typical consumption is 1.6 W at 24 V DC under the stated operating condition.
Can binning or decimation reduce the 6 MP data stream?
Yes. Both binning and decimation support 1 × 1, 2 × 2 and 4 × 4 factors. Pixel output can be Mono 8, Mono 10, Mono 10 Packed, Mono 12 or Mono 12 Packed. The stated 40.0 fps maximum applies to 3072 × 2048 Mono 8 with lossless compression enabled.
What sealing and temperature range does the IMX178 model provide?
MV-CT2MG0060/R is rated IP67 when the lens and lens cap are installed correctly and wiring is completed properly. It operates from –30 °C to 60 °C, stores from –30 °C to 80 °C, and accepts 20% RH to 95% RH without condensation.