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1. What makes the SCI Series better than traditional laser sensors?
The SCI Series excels in "difficult" measurement scenarios where laser triangulation often fails:
1. Material Versatility: It accurately measures transparent, highly reflective (mirrored), and very rough surfaces.
2. Steep Angles: It supports a maximum reflection angle of ±60°, allowing for the measurement of high-curvature or slanted surfaces.
3. No Shadowing: Because the light source and receiver are on the same axis (coaxial), it can measure deep holes and narrow gaps without the "shadowing" effect seen in laser triangulation sensors.
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2. What is the maximum sampling speed of the SCI Series?
SCI Series offers an ultra-high sampling frequency of up to 33kHz. This makes it one of the fastest spectral confocal sensors in the industry, ideal for real-time quality inspection on high-speed automated production lines.
Note: When operating at 20kHz or 33kHz, the measuring range is typically shortened to 80% and 40% of the original range, respectively.
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3. Can the SCI Series measure the thickness of transparent layers?
Yes. SinceVision SCI sensors are specifically designed for multi-layer thickness measurement. By capturing reflections from both the top and bottom surfaces of a transparent material, the sensor can calculate the absolute thickness of glass, films, and coatings with micron-level accuracy.
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4. What are the key technical specifications of the SCI Series?
According to the technical data sheet, the SCI Series features:
1. Resolution: As low as 0.006μm.
2. Linearity: Highest linear accuracy of ±0.2μm (±0.02% F.S.).
3. Minimum Spot Size: A tiny 5.8μm ±0.2μm light spot for extreme lateral resolution.
4. Data Transmission: Supports Gigabit Ethernet network ports for high-bandwidth data transfer.
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5. How many sensors can be connected to a single controller?
SinceVision controller supports a one-to-four configuration, meaning you can connect up to 4 sensor heads to a single control unit. This significantly reduces the cost per measurement point and simplifies system integration. Requirement: When using multiple sensors, all heads must be the same model.
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6. Is the SCI Series suitable for robotic arm applications?
Absolutely. The SCI Series utilizes highly flexible sheathed cables with a minimum bending radius of 20mm. These cables are designed to withstand repeated bending in cable chains or on high-speed robotic arms without signal degradation.
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7. Which industries benefit most from SinceVision Spectral Confocal technology?
SCI Series is widely used in sectors requiring high-precision sub-micron data:
1. Consumer Electronics: Laptop keyboard flatness and curved screen edge detection.
2. Semiconductors: Wafer flatness, thickness detection, and laser scribing guidance.
3. New Energy: Electrode tab thickness on coating rollers and solar panel gap detection
4. Glass & Film: Thickness detection of flexible multilayer glass and sealing parts.
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8. What communication interfaces are supported?
SCI Series is designed for modern industrial automation, supporting:
1. Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX)
2. RS-485/RS-232 Serial Port
3. Analog Output (0-10V or 4-20mA)
4. NPN/PNP Digital I/O
5. 3-Channel Encoder Input for synchronized motion and measurement.
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9. What is Color Sensor (Full-Spectrum Sensor)?
Color sensors are high-performance photoelectric sensors designed to identify colors by emitting light and measuring the reflected intensity of red, green, and blue (RGB) wavelengths. By calculating precise RGB ratios, these sensors distinguish subtle hues and variations with greater accuracy and consistency than the human eye.
Engineered for industrial automation and quality control, these sensors provide a reliable solution for high-speed sorting, matching, and product consistency checks. Their advanced optical technology allows for precise identification across diverse materials, ensuring stable performance in complex robotics and manufacturing environments.
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10. How does the Dual-Spot technology improve color recognition?
The dual-spot system uses dual-dimensional sampling and signal fusion algorithms. By comparing two light spots, the sensor can distinguish the target color from background noise and changes in ambient lighting. This ensures precise recognition even when the workpiece is tilted or vibrating on a high-speed line.












