V3 Pacifico

Description

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

Component	Description
STM32 Microcontroller	Timing, logic and synchronization control
Trigger Inputs	2 opto-isolated inputs, accepts up to 24 V
Communication Interface	USB or RS485
Output Channels	4 strobe-mode high-power LED outputs

4. Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value
Number of Channels	4
Max Current per Channel	100 A
Max Voltage	60 V
Minimum Pulse Width	10 µs
Trigger Latency	12 µs

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

Note: This controller does not support continuous mode and does not include current regulation or protection systems. It is designed specifically for precise LED pulsing in computer vision environments.