Mech-Eye PRO S Review: Specs and Uses of the Industrial 3D Camera
Updated: 7 days ago
The Mech-Eye PRO S is an industrial 3D camera from Mech-Mind with a working distance of 500 to 1000 mm, a resolution of 1920 × 1200 and an accuracy of 0.1 mm at 1 m. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, design and uses.
Quick Verdict
The PRO S is the short-range, high-accuracy model in the Mech-Eye range. With a working distance of half a metre to one metre and an accuracy of 0.1 mm, it suits picking and positioning of small and medium parts at a workstation, where the camera sits close to the scene. It connects over Gigabit Ethernet and captures a scene in 0.3 to 0.6 s. The maker's comparison table does not state a protection rating for this model.
Mech-Eye PRO S at a Glance
Working distance: 500 to 1000 mm
Resolution: 1920 × 1200
Accuracy: 0.1 mm at 1 m
Capture time: 0.3 to 0.6 s
Weight: 1.6 kg
Price: on request
Mech-Eye PRO S Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Mech-Eye PRO S.
Specification | Mech-Eye PRO S |
Manufacturer | Mech-Mind Robotics |
Model | PRO S-GL |
Working distance | 500 to 1000 mm |
Field of view, near | 370 × 240 mm at 0.5 m |
Field of view, far | 800 × 450 mm at 1.0 m |
Resolution | 1920 × 1200 |
Repeatability in Z | 0.05 mm at 1 m |
Accuracy, VDI/VDE 2634 | 0.1 mm at 1 m |
Capture time | 0.3 to 0.6 s |
Baseline | 180 mm |
Dimensions | 265 × 57 × 100 mm |
Weight | 1.6 kg |
Interface | Gigabit Ethernet |
Design and Build Quality
The housing measures 265 × 57 × 100 mm and weighs 1.6 kg. The baseline, the distance between projector and sensor, is 180 mm; a longer baseline improves depth accuracy at distance and makes the camera longer. Within its working range the field of view grows from 370 × 240 mm at 0.5 m to 800 × 450 mm at 1.0 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 PRO S Uses
The table of specifications points to the following uses.
Workstation Bin Picking
At 0.5 to 1 m the camera covers a typical parts bin and resolves small components.
Assembly and Positioning
An accuracy of 0.1 mm at 1 m supports locating parts for assembly.
Machine Tending
The camera finds workpieces presented loosely to a robot that loads a machine.
Mech-Eye PRO S Price and Value
Mech-Mind does not publish a price for the Mech-Eye PRO S; 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 0.1 mm at 1 m
Capture in 0.3 to 0.6 s
Accuracy stated to VDI/VDE 2634
Gigabit Ethernet interface
Cons
Fixed working range of 500 to 1000 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 PRO S?
The Mech-Eye PRO S fits integrators building picking and assembly cells for small and medium parts at short range.
Mech-Eye PRO S FAQ
How much does the Mech-Eye PRO S cost?
Mech-Mind does not publish a price; it is available on request.
What is the working distance of the Mech-Eye PRO S?
500 to 1000 mm.
How accurate is the Mech-Eye PRO S?
Its accuracy is 0.1 mm at 1 m according to VDI/VDE 2634, with a repeatability in Z of 0.05 mm at 1 m.
What is the field of view of the Mech-Eye PRO S?
From 370 × 240 mm at 0.5 m to 800 × 450 mm at 1.0 m.
How fast does the Mech-Eye PRO S capture?
In 0.3 to 0.6 s.
How big and heavy is the Mech-Eye PRO S?
265 × 57 × 100 mm and 1.6 kg.
What interface does the Mech-Eye PRO S use?
Gigabit Ethernet.
What is the Mech-Eye PRO S used for?
workstation bin picking, assembly and positioning, machine tending.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
