Cognex In-Sight 2800 Review: Specs, Price and Applications
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The Cognex In-Sight 2800 is a 2D vision system, listed from USD 4,500. This review covers its full specifications, design, integration, applications and price, so you can decide whether it fits your automation project.
Quick Verdict
The Cognex In-Sight 2800 is a compact 2D vision system with monochrome or color sensors from 720 x 540 pixels up to 2 MP (1920 x 1080) and an acquisition rate of up to 45 Hz. It is used for presence checks, sorting, assembly inspection and part location at robot and machine tending stations. Autofocus liquid lenses with 6.2 mm or 16 mm focal length and integrated LED lighting are built in, and a multicolor ring light with 8, 12 or 16 mm lenses is also offered. The IP67 housing weighs from 141 g, runs on 24 V DC at no more than 7.5 W and is programmed in In-Sight Vision Suite with EasyBuilder or the spreadsheet. It communicates over EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, SLMP, OPC UA, TCP/IP and FTP. It is listed from USD 4,500.
Cognex In-Sight 2800 at a Glance
Product type: 2D vision system
Price: from USD 4,500
Cognex In-Sight 2800 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Cognex In-Sight 2800.
Specification | Cognex In-Sight 2800 |
Manufacturer | Cognex |
Model | In-Sight 2800 |
Product type | 2D vision system |
Interfaces | EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, SLMP, OPC UA, TCP/IP, FTP |
Starting price | From USD 4,500 |
Detailed Technical Data
2D vision system
Monochrome or color sensor
720 x 540 (monochrome), 1.6 MP (1440 x 1080) or 2 MP (1920 x 1080)
Acquisition up to 45 Hz
6.2 mm or 16 mm high-speed liquid lens, or 8, 12 or 16 mm lens with multicolor ring light
Integrated 4-LED lighting in red, blue, white or IR
In-Sight Vision Suite with EasyBuilder and spreadsheet
IP67
141 g (6.2 mm), 169 g (16 mm), 290 g (ring light)
24 V DC, 7.5 W maximum
Design and Build Quality
The In-Sight 2800 is a 2D vision system made by Cognex. Published build data: IP67.
Integration and Compatibility
The In-Sight 2800 is connected to the robot or line controller through its published interfaces: EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, SLMP, OPC UA, TCP/IP and FTP. Confirm mechanical and software compatibility with your robot model before ordering.
Cognex In-Sight 2800 Applications and Use Cases
The Cognex In-Sight 2800 is a compact 2D vision system with monochrome or color sensors from 720 x 540 pixels up to 2 MP (1920 x 1080) and an acquisition rate of up to 45 Hz. It is used in the automotive, electronics, metalworking, plastics, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and logistics industries.
The right configuration depends on the part, the cycle time and the robot or line it works with, so confirm it with the supplier.
Cognex In-Sight 2800 Price and Value
The Cognex In-Sight 2800 is listed from USD 4,500 on All Things Cobots. Mounting kits, cabling, software options and integration affect the final price and are quoted separately. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Pros and Cons
Pros
IP67
Wide choice of communication interfaces
Cons
Compatibility with the robot and controller must be confirmed before ordering
Mounting, cabling and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Cognex In-Sight 2800?
The Cognex In-Sight 2800 fits manufacturers and integrators who need machine vision for inspection, identification or guidance.
See the full Cognex In-Sight 2800 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Cognex In-Sight 2800 FAQ
How much does the Cognex In-Sight 2800 cost?
The Cognex In-Sight 2800 is listed from USD 4,500 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include installation or integration.
What is the Cognex In-Sight 2800?
The Cognex In-Sight 2800 is a compact 2D vision system with monochrome or color sensors from 720 x 540 pixels up to 2 MP (1920 x 1080) and an acquisition rate of up to 45 Hz.
Is the Cognex In-Sight 2800 compatible with my robot?
Compatibility depends on the robot flange, payload and controller interface. Confirm it with the supplier before ordering.
Which interfaces does the Cognex In-Sight 2800 support?
Published interfaces are EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, SLMP, OPC UA, TCP/IP and FTP.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
