Mech-Eye DEEP Review: Specs and Uses of the Industrial 3D Camera
Updated: 7 days ago
The Mech-Eye DEEP is an industrial 3D camera from Mech-Mind with a working distance of 1200 to 3500 mm, a resolution of 2048 × 1536 and an accuracy of 3.0 mm at 3 m. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, design and uses.
Quick Verdict
The DEEP has the longest working range in the Mech-Eye family, up to 3.5 m, with a field of view of up to 3.5 × 2.8 m. Its accuracy of 3 mm at 3 m is coarser than that of the LSR L, so it is a camera for boxes, sacks and cartons, not for precise parts. It connects over Gigabit Ethernet and captures a scene in 0.5 to 0.9 s. The maker's comparison table does not state a protection rating for this model.
Mech-Eye DEEP at a Glance
Working distance: 1200 to 3500 mm
Resolution: 2048 × 1536
Accuracy: 3.0 mm at 3 m
Capture time: 0.5 to 0.9 s
Weight: 2.4 kg
Price: on request
Mech-Eye DEEP Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Mech-Eye DEEP.
Specification | Mech-Eye DEEP |
Manufacturer | Mech-Mind Robotics |
Model | DEEP-GL |
Working distance | 1200 to 3500 mm |
Field of view, near | 1200 × 1000 mm at 1.2 m |
Field of view, far | 3500 × 2800 mm at 3.5 m |
Resolution | 2048 × 1536 |
Repeatability in Z | 1.0 mm at 3 m |
Accuracy, VDI/VDE 2634 | 3.0 mm at 3 m |
Capture time | 0.5 to 0.9 s |
Baseline | 300 mm |
Dimensions | 366 × 77 × 92 mm |
Weight | 2.4 kg |
Interface | Gigabit Ethernet |
Design and Build Quality
The housing measures 366 × 77 × 92 mm and weighs 2.4 kg. The baseline, the distance between projector and sensor, is 300 mm; a longer baseline improves depth accuracy at distance and makes the camera longer. Within its working range the field of view grows from 1200 × 1000 mm at 1.2 m to 3500 × 2800 mm at 3.5 m. Accuracy is stated according to the VDI/VDE 2634 guideline, a recognized method for optical 3D measuring systems, which makes the figure comparable with other makers that use the same guideline.
Software and Integration
Interface
The camera connects over Gigabit Ethernet.
Component Approach
Mech-Mind sells its cameras as standardized components that robot makers and integrators build into their own systems, alongside its vision and AI software.
Mech-Eye DEEP Uses
The table of specifications points to the following uses.
Depalletizing of Cartons and Sacks
The large field and depth cover tall mixed pallets.
Parcel Handling
The accuracy is adequate for boxes and parcels in logistics.
Loading and Unloading
The 3.5 m range suits high stacks.
Mech-Eye DEEP Price and Value
Mech-Mind does not publish a price for the Mech-Eye DEEP; it is available from the manufacturer or its partners on request.
For the company behind the product, read the Mech-Mind Robotics Company Profile: Products, Market Position, Leadership and Stock.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Accuracy of 3.0 mm at 3 m
Capture in 0.5 to 0.9 s
Accuracy stated to VDI/VDE 2634
Gigabit Ethernet interface
Cons
Fixed working range of 1200 to 3500 mm
No protection rating stated in the maker's comparison table
Structured-light capture needs a static scene
No published price
Who Should Buy the Mech-Eye DEEP?
The Mech-Eye DEEP fits logistics integrators handling cartons, sacks and parcels on tall pallets.
Mech-Eye DEEP FAQ
How much does the Mech-Eye DEEP cost?
Mech-Mind does not publish a price; it is available on request.
What is the working distance of the Mech-Eye DEEP?
1200 to 3500 mm.
How accurate is the Mech-Eye DEEP?
Its accuracy is 3.0 mm at 3 m according to VDI/VDE 2634, with a repeatability in Z of 1.0 mm at 3 m.
What is the field of view of the Mech-Eye DEEP?
From 1200 × 1000 mm at 1.2 m to 3500 × 2800 mm at 3.5 m.
How fast does the Mech-Eye DEEP capture?
In 0.5 to 0.9 s.
How big and heavy is the Mech-Eye DEEP?
366 × 77 × 92 mm and 2.4 kg.
What interface does the Mech-Eye DEEP use?
Gigabit Ethernet.
What is the Mech-Eye DEEP used for?
depalletizing of cartons and sacks, parcel handling, loading and unloading.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
