Cognex In-Sight 7000 Review: Specs, Price and Applications
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The Cognex In-Sight 7000 is a 2D vision system, listed from USD 6,000. 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 7000 is a series of self-contained 2D vision systems with monochrome and color sensors from 640 x 480 pixels up to 5 MP (2448 x 2048). Acquisition rates run from 32 to 217 frames per second in monochrome and from 17 to 135 frames per second in color. The systems are used for part location and robot guidance, assembly inspection, gauging and code reading on production lines. C-mount, S-mount and autofocus lenses can be fitted, and integrated lighting is offered in red, white, blue or IR. The housing is rated IP67 with the integrated light or the lens cover, runs on 24 V DC and communicates over EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, SLMP, CC-Link IE Field Basic and RS-232. It is listed from USD 6,000.
Cognex In-Sight 7000 at a Glance
Product type: 2D vision system
Price: from USD 6,000
Cognex In-Sight 7000 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Cognex In-Sight 7000.
Specification | Cognex In-Sight 7000 |
Manufacturer | Cognex |
Model | In-Sight 7000 |
Product type | 2D vision system |
Interfaces | EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, SLMP, CC-Link IE Field Basic, iQSS, IEEE 1588, TCP/IP, UDP, FTP, SFTP, RS-232 |
Starting price | From USD 6,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
2D vision system
Monochrome or color
640 x 480 to 2448 x 2048 (5 MP)
32 to 217 fps monochrome, 17 to 135 fps color
C-mount, S-mount/M12 or autofocus lens
Integrated lighting in red, white, blue or IR, or external lighting
Full vision tool suite with PowerGrid and Hotbars
IP67 with integrated light or C-mount lens cover
Gigabit Ethernet
24 V DC
Design and Build Quality
The In-Sight 7000 is a 2D vision system made by Cognex. Published build data: IP67 with integrated light or C-mount lens cover.
Integration and Compatibility
The In-Sight 7000 is connected to the robot or line controller through its published interfaces: EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, SLMP, CC-Link IE Field Basic, iQSS, IEEE 1588, TCP/IP, UDP, FTP, SFTP and RS-232. Confirm mechanical and software compatibility with your robot model before ordering.
Cognex In-Sight 7000 Applications and Use Cases
The Cognex In-Sight 7000 is a series of self-contained 2D vision systems with monochrome and color sensors from 640 x 480 pixels up to 5 MP (2448 x 2048). 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 7000 Price and Value
The Cognex In-Sight 7000 is listed from USD 6,000 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 with integrated light or C-mount lens cover
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 7000?
The Cognex In-Sight 7000 fits manufacturers and integrators who need machine vision for inspection, identification or guidance.
See the full Cognex In-Sight 7000 product listing on All Things Cobots.
Cognex In-Sight 7000 FAQ
How much does the Cognex In-Sight 7000 cost?
The Cognex In-Sight 7000 is listed from USD 6,000 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 7000?
The Cognex In-Sight 7000 is a series of self-contained 2D vision systems with monochrome and color sensors from 640 x 480 pixels up to 5 MP (2448 x 2048).
Is the Cognex In-Sight 7000 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 7000 support?
Published interfaces are EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, SLMP, CC-Link IE Field Basic, iQSS, IEEE 1588, TCP/IP, UDP, FTP, SFTP and RS-232.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
