Basler ace 2 a2A1920-51gcPRO Review: Specs and Uses of the 2.3 MP GigE Camera
Updated: 7 days ago
The Basler ace 2 a2A1920-51gcPRO is an industrial GigE camera with a 2.3 megapixel Sony IMX392 colour sensor, a global shutter and 51 frames per second. Basler's shop page does not show a price. This review covers its specifications, design, interfaces and uses.
Quick Verdict
This is a small general-purpose camera for machine vision and robot guidance. The global shutter records moving objects without distortion, the Gigabit Ethernet interface carries data and power over one cable, and the housing measures 29 × 29 mm in cross-section and weighs 105 g, light enough to mount on a robot arm. As a PRO model of the ace 2 line it offers a compression feature that raises the frame rate to as much as 100 fps. The resolution of 2.3 MP suits guidance and presence checks, not fine measurement over a large field.
Basler ace 2 a2A1920-51gcPRO at a Glance
Sensor: Sony IMX392, colour
Resolution: 1920 × 1200 px
Frame rate: 51 fps
Shutter: global
Interface: GigE with Power over Ethernet
Price: on request
Basler ace 2 a2A1920-51gcPRO Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications.
Specification | Basler ace 2 a2A1920-51gcPRO |
Manufacturer | Basler |
Order number | 107964 |
Sensor | Sony IMX392, 1/2.3 inch CMOS |
Colour | Colour, visible spectrum |
Resolution | 1920 × 1200 px, 2.3 MP |
Pixel size | 3.45 µm |
Frame rate | 51 fps; up to 100 fps with compression |
Shutter | Global |
Interface | Gigabit Ethernet, RJ45, GigE Vision 2.0 |
Lens mount | C-mount |
Power | PoE or 12 to 24 VDC, 3.4 W typical |
Size | 55.5 × 29 × 29 mm |
Weight | 105 g |
Design and Build Quality
The ace 2 housing is a compact block with a 29 × 29 mm face and a standard C-mount, so it accepts the wide range of industrial lenses. At 105 g it adds little load to a robot wrist. Power over Ethernet means that a single cable supplies the camera and carries the images, which simplifies cabling through a robot arm. Power draw is about 3.4 W.
Software and Integration
GigE Vision
The camera follows the GigE Vision 2.0 standard, so it works with vision software from many vendors as well as with Basler's own pylon software.
Frame Rate Compression
The PRO version can compress image data in the camera to reach up to 100 fps over the Gigabit link.
Basler ace 2 a2A1920-51gcPRO Uses
The camera is used for robot guidance, inspection and identification.
Robot Guidance
Mounted on the arm or above the cell, it locates parts for picking; the global shutter allows capture while the robot or the part moves.
Inspection
Colour images at 51 fps support presence, colour and assembly checks on a moving line.
Identification
The resolution is sufficient for reading codes and labels at moderate distances.
Basler ace 2 a2A1920-51gcPRO Price and Value
The Basler shop page for this camera does not show a price; it is available from Basler or its distributors on request.
For the company behind the product, read the Basler Company Profile: Business, Products and Leadership.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Global shutter Sony sensor
Power over Ethernet on one cable
105 g and 29 × 29 mm cross-section
GigE Vision 2.0 standard
Up to 100 fps with compression
Cons
2.3 MP resolution
Gigabit link limits uncompressed frame rate to 51 fps
No published price
Who Should Buy the Basler ace 2 a2A1920-51gcPRO?
It fits integrators and machine builders who need a compact, standard colour camera for robot guidance and inline checks.
Basler ace 2 a2A1920-51gcPRO FAQ
How much does the Basler ace 2 a2A1920-51gcPRO cost?
Basler's shop page does not show a price; it is available on request.
What sensor does the camera use?
A Sony IMX392 1/2.3 inch colour CMOS sensor with 3.45 µm pixels.
What is the resolution and frame rate?
1920 × 1200 pixels at 51 fps, and up to 100 fps with compression.
Does it have a global shutter?
Yes.
How is the camera powered?
By Power over Ethernet or 12 to 24 VDC; typical consumption is 3.4 W.
Which lens mount does it use?
C-mount.
How big and heavy is it?
55.5 × 29 × 29 mm and 105 g.
What is it used for?
Robot guidance, inspection and identification.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
