PCI Express high-speed Cameras

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12 Mpix, 20 Mpix and 50 Mpix
At 133 and 30 fps respectively
Full frame 35mm format sensors
No frame grabbers

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High resolution cameras with PCIe Gen2
20 Gbit/s - real throughput of 1550 MB/s
DMA - Direct memory access method
Long distance cables

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Compact design - 60 x 60 x 36 mm
6 Watt cooled down with Heatsink
Active EF-mount controlled remotely
Board level and Embedded versions

Highlights

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What is xiB?

The xiB cameras stream images to the host computer via 4 lanes on a PCI Express Gen2 bus, boasting an impressive 20 Gbit/s of bandwidth.
Together with minimal latencies and CPU load, the PCIe technology is ideal for high resolution CMOS sensors or sCMOS sensors with dual-ADC outputs.
The active EF lens mount adapter enables the combination with a wide array of superb optics, with direct control over the aperture and focus.
The use of optical fiber cables allows up to 100 m distances between cameras and host computer without performance penalty.

Fast bandwidth of 20 Gbit/s, real data throughput up to 1550 MB/s
High resolution from 12 Mpix to 50 Mpix and 30 to 133 FPS
Versatile mini camera - Subtle 60 x 60 x 36 mm, 160 grams
Long reach - Can work with optical cable at 300 m distances
Power efficient - Low power consumption of mere 6 watts
Cool - Minimal heat dissipation with additional heatsink
Support for Windows, Linux, macOS, ARM, NVIDIA Jetson modules
Synchronization - 2/2 isolated, 4 bi-directional non-isolated GPI/GPO
Interface complies with PCI Express external cabling specifications
Active EF-mount allows remote control of aperture and focus
Range of various accessories and no need in frame grabbers
DMA is omitting frame grabbers and providing the lowest latencies
Customizable - With possibility of board level or embedded versions

Models and sensors

High speed and high resolution monochrome and color models.

Model	Resolution	Sensor type	Sensor model	Sensor resolution	Sensor size	Pixel size	Bits	Frame rate
CB120CG-CM	12.5 MPix	Color	CMV12000	4096 x 3072	APS-C	5.5 µm	8,10,12 bits	138 FPS
CB120MG-CM	12.5 MPix	Monochrome	CMV12000	4096 x 3072	APS-C	5.5 µm	8,10,12 bits	138 FPS
CB200CG-CM	19.6 MPix	Color	CMV20000	5120 x 3840	35mm Full Frame	6.4 µm	12 bits	32 FPS
CB200MG-CM	19.6 MPix	Monochrome	CMV20000	5120 x 3840	35mm Full Frame	6.4 µm	12 bits	32 FPS
CB500MG-CM	47.5 MPix	Monochrome	CMV50000	7920 x 6004	35mm Full Frame	4.6 µm	12 bits	30 FPS
CB500CG-CM	47.5 MPix	Color	CMV50000	7920 x 6004	35mm Full Frame	4.6 µm	12 bits	30 FPS

Full resolution at RAW 8 bits; server computers with bigger PCIe TLP packet size can increase the throughput by an additional 10 %.

XIMEA model names are made up of short codes that describe key characteristics of a camera. The example below (CB500MG-CM-X8G3) shows how a typical name is put together, and the table explains the codes used in this camera family. It is meant as a quick guide: individual models may deviate, so the datasheet remains the binding reference.

CBMM 500RRR MC GT – CMVV – X8G3OOO

SEGMENT	MEANING	CODE	DESCRIPTION
MM	Camera family	CB	xiB camera family
RRR	Resolution¹	e.g. 500	Model specific
C	Color sensing	C	Color
C	Color sensing	M	Mono
T	Sensor technology	G	CMOS, global shutter
VV	Sensor vendor	CM	CMOSIS (ams OSRAM)
OOO	Options²	X8G3	PCI Express, 8 lanes, Gen3

¹ Approximate resolution in steps of 0.1 megapixels (e.g. 12 MP = 120). Some models deviate.

² Further options are available on request.

Keyfacts

Keyfacts of xiB cameras

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PRECISE

High resolution (up to 50 Mpix) global shutter sensors without motion artifacts

DIVERSE

Large format Full frame 35 mm sensors including taped glass versions

COMPACT

Periscope like design and a size of mere 60 x 60 x 36 mm simplifies multi-camera setups for 360 panorama applications

CUSTOMIZABLE

Adaptable housing structure with mounting holes for alignment of the sensor and easy access to its surface

LOW-LATENCY

Minimum latency and CPU load. PCIe interface comes with the lowest latency possible, delivering data directly to RAM (DMA) with no overhead from critical processing infrastructure

ROBUST

Full metal housing, CNC-machined with precision, no moving parts or sheet metal covers for maximum stability and durability

FUNCTIONAL

Active Canon EF-mount option for aperture and focus control through the camera

RELIABLE

Designed for 24/7 operations to last for years. Low TCO and fast ROI

COMPATIBLE

Windows, Linux, MacOS. Support for various machine vision libraries

Applications

PCI Express camera ideal for these industries and applications

Broadcasting

Cinematography, entertainment, instant replays for sports imaging - baseball, tennis, football, basketball and more. Print and film scanning.

Security

Wide area motion scanning and boarder or stadium surveillance, people counting, geographical information systems (GIS), aviation.

VR and AR

Virtual and augmented reality, Volumetric video and motion capture or tracking, 360 panorama, 3D face and body scanner for video games.

Quality inspection

Flat panel display (FPD), printed circuit board (PCB), photovoltaics, metrology, electroluminescence on solar panels, semiconductor wafer scanning.

Aerial mapping

Photogrammetry, videogrammetry - City street or outdoor 3D mapping and surveying with UAV / UAS drones or autonomous vehicles. Wind turbine inspection.

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Medical and scientific

Medical technology, material and life science microscopy (IR-DIC), Genomics, pharmaceutical, patient diagnostics, biometrics and cell biology.

Machine vision

Industrial and factory automation, production line monitoring, sorting, electronics bonding examination, assemblies defect detection, gauging.

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