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What is the Industrial Camera Link Cable? (Source: STC Cable)

What is the Industrial Camera Link Cable? The ​Industrial Camera Link Cable​ is a high-performance data transmission cable specifically designed for connecting industrial cameras to frame grabbers or image processing systems in machine vision and automation applications. It provides a high-speed, reliable interface for transferring large amounts of image data with minimal latency.

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What is the Industrial Camera Link Cable?

The ​Industrial Camera Link Cable​ is a high-performance data transmission cable specifically designed for connecting industrial cameras to frame grabbers or image processing systems in machine vision and automation applications. It provides a high-speed, reliable interface for transferring large amounts of image data with minimal latency.

​Key Characteristics of Industrial Camera Link Cables:​​

1. Purpose-Built for Machine Vision​

Enables real-time transfer of high-resolution images from industrial cameras to computers or processing units.

Commonly used in ​automated inspection, robotics, medical imaging, and scientific research.

2. High-Speed Data Transmission​

Supports ​Camera Link standard​ (Base, Medium, Full, or 80-bit configurations).

Base configuration: Up to ​2.04 Gbps​ (4 data pairs).

Full configuration: Up to ​6.8 Gbps​ (12 data pairs).

3. Robust & Industrial-Grade Design​

Shielded twisted pairs (STP) ​are used ​ to prevent electromagnetic interference (EMI).

​Durable connectors​ (MDR-26 or HD-26) for secure connections in harsh environments.

Resistant to ​vibrations, dust, and temperature variations.

4. Reliable Over Long Distances​

Standard lengths: ​1m to 10m​ (longer distances may require repeaters).

Low signal loss due to high-quality shielding.

​Camera Link vs. Other Vision Cables:​​

Feature ​Camera Link​ ​GigE Vision​ ​USB3 Vision​ ​CoaXPress​
​Max Speed​ Up to 6.8 Gbps ~1 Gbps (GigE) / 10 Gbps (10GigE) Up to 5 Gbps Up to 12.5 Gbps per lane
​Latency​ Very Low Moderate Low Very Low
​Max Distance​ Up to 10m (longer with repeaters) Up to 100m (with Ethernet) Up to 5m (active USB) Up to 100m+
​Industrial Use​ High (factory automation, medical) Moderate (general vision) Moderate (lab/light industrial) High (high-speed imaging)

​Common Applications:​​

✔ ​Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)​​ – PCB, semiconductor, and manufacturing quality control.
✔ ​Medical & Scientific Imaging​ – Microscopy, X-ray, and high-speed cameras.
✔ ​Robotics & Automation​ – Real-time vision-guided robotics.
✔ ​Traffic & Surveillance​ – License plate recognition, high-speed monitoring.

​Connector Types:​​

1. MDR-26 (26-pin Micro-D Ribbon)​​ – Most common for standard Camera Link.

2. HD-26 (High-Density 26-pin)​​ – Compact alternative.

​Buying Considerations:​​

1. ​Check compatibility​ with your camera and frame grabber.

2. ​Choose the right configuration​ (Base/Medium/Full) based on bandwidth needs.

3. Ensure proper shielding​ if operating near motors or high-EMI sources.

MDR 26P to SDR 26Pin Industrial Camera Link Cable

SDR 26P to SDR 26Pin Industrial Camera Link Cable

USB 3.0 Micro-B Industrial Camera Link Cable

USB 2.0 Type A to B Industrial Camera Link Cable

About Shenzhen STC Electronic Co., Ltd

STC-CABLE is an industry-leading manufacturer of high-performance cabling and connectivity solutions. Founded in 2008, STC provides end-to-end connectivity solutions serving a variety of markets–including corporate, digital signage, education, healthcare, home theater, and hospitality.

As a professional cable assembly factory, STC brings a complete portfolio of products and solutions including USB 2.0 Cables, USB 3.0 Cables, USB C Cables, Drive Cables, Network Cables & Adapters, Audio & Video Cables, Serial & Parallel Cables, Audio-Video Products, Computer power Cables internal and so on.

Leo Zhang
Sales Manager
leo@stccable.com
Tel: (86) 0755 2321 4701
(86) 134 2285 3610
www.stc-cable.com
STC Electronic (Hong Kong) Co., Limited
Shenzhen STC Electronic Co., LTD

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