Technical Overview: Strobe Light Controller for Computer Vision

1. Introduction

This strobe-only light controller is designed for industrial computer vision applications requiring precise and synchronized illumination. It activates high-power LED channels upon receiving trigger signals, ensuring sharp, high-contrast images with minimal motion blur.

2. Key Features

• Strobe-only mode (no continuous light)
• STM32 microcontroller-based
• 4 independent high-power LED channels
• 2 opto-isolated trigger inputs (up to 24 V)
• Interface: USB or RS485
• Minimum pulse width: 10 µs
• Trigger latency: 12 µs

3. System Architecture

4. Technical Specifications

5. Integration with Computer Vision Systems

The controller is compatible with area scan and line scan cameras and integrates with platforms such as Medusa and Ai1. It ensures synchronized lighting for high-speed acquisition, improving image clarity and repeatability.

6. Typical Applications

• Industrial inspection on high-speed lines
• Encoder-based trigger timing
• Multi-camera and multi-light synchronization
• Integration with PLC or SCADA systems