Cognex In-Sight 3800 Review: Specs, Price and Applications
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The Cognex In-Sight 3800 is a 2D vision system, listed from USD 8,500. 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 3800 is a high-speed 2D vision system with monochrome and color sensors from 1.6 MP to 16 MP and acquisition rates from 125 down to 18 frames per second. It combines AI tools for segmentation, classification and OCR with rule-based tools for measurement, pattern detection, code reading and robot guidance, covering inspection, part location and pick-and-place alignment. The camera takes C-mount lenses, a high-speed liquid lens or a manual focus lens, and works with integrated multicolor and IR lighting or external lights. The housing is rated IP67, weighs 570 g without lighting and runs on 24 V DC. It communicates over EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, SLMP, TCP/IP and RS-232. It is listed from USD 8,500.
Cognex In-Sight 3800 at a Glance
Product type: 2D vision system
Price: from USD 8,500
Cognex In-Sight 3800 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Cognex In-Sight 3800.
Specification | Cognex In-Sight 3800 |
Manufacturer | Cognex |
Model | In-Sight 3800 |
Product type | 2D vision system |
Interfaces | EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, SLMP, TCP/IP, SFTP, FTP, RS-232 |
Starting price | From USD 8,500 |
Detailed Technical Data
2D vision system
Monochrome or color
In-Sight 3801: 1.6 MP at 125 fps, 3803: 3 MP at 47 fps, 3805: 5 MP at 32 fps, 3808: 8 MP at 24 fps, 3812: 12 MP at 22 fps, 3816: 16 MP at 18 fps
C-mount, high-speed liquid lens or manual focus lens
Integrated RGBW and IR lighting, red and white long-range lights, or external lighting
AI segmentation, classification and OCR plus rule-based measurement, pattern, code reading and robot guidance tools
IP67
570 g without lighting
24 V DC, 2.0 A maximum
Design and Build Quality
The In-Sight 3800 is a 2D vision system made by Cognex. Published build data: IP67.
Integration and Compatibility
The In-Sight 3800 is connected to the robot or line controller through its published interfaces: EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, SLMP, TCP/IP, SFTP, FTP and RS-232. Confirm mechanical and software compatibility with your robot model before ordering.
Cognex In-Sight 3800 Applications and Use Cases
The Cognex In-Sight 3800 is a high-speed 2D vision system with monochrome and color sensors from 1.6 MP to 16 MP and acquisition rates from 125 down to 18 frames per second. 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 3800 Price and Value
The Cognex In-Sight 3800 is listed from USD 8,500 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 3800?
The Cognex In-Sight 3800 fits manufacturers and integrators who need machine vision for inspection, identification or guidance.
See the full Cognex In-Sight 3800 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Cognex In-Sight 3800 FAQ
How much does the Cognex In-Sight 3800 cost?
The Cognex In-Sight 3800 is listed from USD 8,500 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 3800?
The Cognex In-Sight 3800 is a high-speed 2D vision system with monochrome and color sensors from 1.6 MP to 16 MP and acquisition rates from 125 down to 18 frames per second.
Is the Cognex In-Sight 3800 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 3800 support?
Published interfaces are EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, SLMP, TCP/IP, SFTP, FTP and RS-232.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
