LMI Gocator 2600 Review: Specs and Uses of the 4K+ 3D Laser Line Profilers

The LMI Gocator 2600 is a series of smart 3D laser line profilers with a 9 megapixel imager, up to 4192 points per profile and scan rates of up to 10,000 Hz. The manufacturer does not publish prices. This review covers the models, specifications, features and uses.

Quick Verdict

A laser line profiler measures the shape of a part as it moves under a line of laser light, and the Gocator 2600 series does this at high resolution: each profile contains up to 4192 points. The eight models cover fields of view from about 10 mm to 2 m, so the same family serves tiny electronic parts and large panels. Like other Gocator sensors these are smart sensors, with measurement tools and decision logic inside the device and a browser interface for setup. Blue-laser models suit shiny and dark surfaces. The series page does not state a protection rating.

LMI Gocator 2600 at a Glance

• Imager: 9 megapixel

• Points per profile: up to 4192

• Scan rate: 600 to 10,000 Hz, depending on model and configuration

• Field of view: about 10 mm to 2000 mm across the series

• Lasers: blue and red

• Price: on request

LMI Gocator 2600 Models and Specifications

The table below lists the eight models in the series.

Model	Field of view	Measurement range	Resolution X	Repeatability Z	Scan rate	Weight
2610	10.2 to 10.8 mm	5 mm	2.5 µm	0.22 µm	1100 to 9000 Hz	0.9 kg
2618	20 to 23 mm	12 mm	5.0 to 5.4 µm	0.38 µm	700 to 10000 Hz	0.65 kg
2629	71 to 93 mm	45 mm	18 to 23 µm	0.30 µm	1150 to 9000 Hz	1.34 kg
2630	71 to 135 mm	130 mm	18 to 33 µm	0.30 µm	600 to 9000 Hz	1.34 kg
2640	105 to 198 mm	190 mm	28 to 46 µm	1.00 µm	600 to 9000 Hz	1.48 kg
2650	190 to 430 mm	475 mm	47 to 104 µm	2.70 µm	600 to 9000 Hz	2.12 kg
2670	272 to 817 mm	1060 mm	67 to 197 µm	10.00 µm	600 to 9000 Hz	2.12 kg
2690	385 to 2000 mm	1550 mm	124 to 550 µm	12.00 µm	900 to 10000 Hz	2.12 kg

The lower scan rate applies to the full field of view and measurement range; the higher rate applies to a reduced field with acceleration enabled. Repeatability figures are measured on the maker's standard target with an optimized configuration. The 2690 delivers 3700 points per profile; all other models deliver 4192.

Detailed Technical Data

• Laser classes 2, 3R and 3B on most models; classes 2 and 3R on the 2690

• Blue laser on the 2610, 2618, 2650 and 2670; red or blue on the 2629, 2630 and 2640; red on the 2690

• Protective covers for camera and laser windows on the 2629 and larger models

• Clearance distances from 19.5 mm on the 2610 to 495 mm on the 2670

Design and Build Quality

The series was reworked around a 9 megapixel imager, which is where the designation 4K+ comes from. The small models, the 2610 and 2618, resolve a few micrometres across a field of 10 to 23 mm and weigh under a kilogram. The large models trade resolution for coverage, up to a field of 2 m on the 2690. From the 2629 upward, replaceable covers protect the optical windows, which matters in dirty production environments.

Software and Integration

Smart Sensor

Measurement tools run on the sensor itself, with inputs and outputs for direct connection to a line, so a part can be passed or failed without a separate computer.

Setup

Configuration and live 3D display are done in a web browser.

Multi-Sensor Systems

The sensors support alignment and networking of several units, for example to measure both sides of a part or a very wide object.

Connectivity

An open-source SDK, native drivers and industrial protocols connect the sensor to user software, robots and PLCs.

LMI Gocator 2600 Uses

The series is used for inline measurement and inspection of moving parts.

Electronics and Small Parts

The 2610 and 2618 measure small components at micrometre resolution.

General Inline Inspection

The mid-range models check dimensions, gaps and surface shape on a moving line.

Large Objects

The 2670 and 2690 scan wide objects such as panels and boards.

LMI Gocator 2600 Price and Value

LMI Technologies does not publish prices for the Gocator 2600 series; quotes are available from the manufacturer and its distributors.

For the company behind the product, read the LMI Technologies Company Profile: Ownership and Products.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Up to 4192 points per profile

• Eight models from 10 mm to 2 m field of view

• Measurement and decision logic inside the sensor

• Scan rates up to 10,000 Hz

• Blue-laser options and protective covers

Cons

• Highest scan rates only with a reduced field of view

• Protection rating not stated on the series page

• No published prices

Who Should Buy the LMI Gocator 2600?

The series fits manufacturers and integrators who need high-resolution 3D measurement of parts moving on a production line.

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LMI Gocator 2600 FAQ

How much does the LMI Gocator 2600 cost?

LMI does not publish prices; they are available on request.

What is the Gocator 2600?

A series of smart 3D laser line profilers with a 9 megapixel imager.

How many points per profile does the Gocator 2600 deliver?

Up to 4192; the 2690 delivers 3700.

How fast does the Gocator 2600 scan?

From 600 Hz at full field of view up to 10,000 Hz in a high-speed configuration, depending on the model.

Which models are in the Gocator 2600 series?

The 2610, 2618, 2629, 2630, 2640, 2650, 2670 and 2690.

What field of view does the Gocator 2600 cover?

From about 10 mm on the 2610 to 2000 mm on the 2690.

Does the Gocator 2600 need a separate computer?

No. Measurement tools and decision logic run on the sensor.

What is the Gocator 2600 used for?

Inline measurement and inspection of moving parts, from small electronics to large panels.

Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.