Area camera · CT series
Hikrobot MV-CT2MG0060/R
- Lead time
- from 5 days
- Warranty
- 36 months
MAX version: what you get
This camera comes in three versions on the same sensor — they differ in protection, connectors and integrated optics:
- 8-pin M12 X-Code waterproof aviation connector
- IP67 (under proper lens and lens cap installation and wiring)
- 8-pin M12 A-Code waterproof aviation connector
- Ready for lens and light integration: control is on board, while the lens and the light are ordered separately (/16LC/WN versions ship with them)
Same sensor, other versions:
Same version, other sensor variant:
Rolling-shutter detail and fit
Fine 2.4 × 2.4 µm sampling is central to MV-CT2MG0060/R. Its Sony IMX178 monochrome CMOS sensor records 3072 × 2048, giving a 6 MP frame on a 1/1.8 in format. The rolling shutter operates at up to 40.0 fps in Mono 8 with lossless compression over Gigabit Ethernet, while exposure ranges from 25 µs to 3.1 sec and gain extends from 0 dB to 24 dB.
The resolution and small pixels support inspection of fine stationary features, surface detail and step-and-capture measurements. For moving subjects, exposure and transport timing must account for the rolling shutter; Rolling and Global Reset modes are available. PoE or 9 V DC to 24 V DC powers the compact C-mount body, and IP67 protection applies with proper lens, cap and wiring installation across a –30 °C to 60 °C working range.
MV-CT2MG0050/G uses a global shutter and reaches 59.2 fps at 2448 × 2048, making it the motion-oriented alternative. MV-CT2MG0120/R shares a rolling shutter but increases sampling to 4096 × 3024 at 18.4 fps. MV-CT2MG0200/R goes to 5472 × 3648 at 22.3 fps. Choose MV-CT2MG0060/R when 3072 × 2048 detail is sufficient and a 40.0 fps rolling-shutter stream fits the process.
Specifications
| Order code | MV-CT2MG0060/R/NN/NN |
| Product type | 6 MP GigE Area Scan Camera |
| Sensor type | CMOS, rolling shutter |
| Sensor model | Sony IMX178 |
| Sensor format | 1/1.8″ |
| Resolution | 3072 × 2048 px |
| Pixel size | 2.4 × 2.4 μm |
| Maximum frame rate | 40.0 fps @ 3072 × 2048 Mono 8 (lossless compression mode enabled) |
| Mono color | Mono |
| Pixel format | Mono 8/10/10Packed/12/12Packed |
| Binning | Supports 1 × 1, 2 × 2, 4 × 4 |
| Decimation | Supports 1 × 1, 2 × 2, 4 × 4 |
| Reverse image | Supports horizontal and vertical reverse image output |
| Dynamic range | 71.3 dB |
| Exposure time | 25 μs to 3.1 sec |
| Exposure mode | Off/Once/Continuous exposure mode, supports Rolling and Global Reset |
| Gain | 0 dB to 24 dB |
| SNR | 41.3 dB |
| Data interface | Gigabit Ethernet (1000 Mbit/s), compatible with Fast Ethernet (100 Mbit/s) |
| Digital I/O | 8-pin M8 A-Code aviation connector provides power and I/O, including opto-isolated input × 1 (Line 0), opto-isolated output × 1 (Line 1), bi-directional non-isolated I/O × 1 (Line 2). |
| Lens mount | C-mount |
| Operating system | 32/64-bit Windows 7/10, 64-bit Windows 11, 32/64-bit Linux |
| Power supply | 9 VDC to 24 VDC, supports PoE |
| Power consumption typ | Typ. 1.6 W @ 24 VDC (fast heat balance not enabled and external device not be controlled) |
| Ingress protection | IP67 (under proper lens and lens cap installation and wiring) |
| Operating temperature | –30 °C to 60 °C (–22 °F to 140 °F) |
| Storage temperature | –30 °C to 80 °C (–22 °F to 176 °F) |
| Humidity | 20% RH to 95% RH (no condensation) |
| Dimensions | 42 mm × 42 mm × 43 mm (1.7″ × 1.7″ × 1.7″) |
| Weight | Approx. 120 g (0.3 lb.) |
| Certification | CE, RoHS, KC |
| Compatibility | GigE Vision V2.0, GenICam |
| Data interface connector | 8-pin M12 X-Code waterproof aviation connector |
| Control interface | 8-pin M12 A-Code waterproof aviation connector |
| Client software | MVS or third-party software meeting with GigE Vision Protocol |
Engineering data for this model
Calculated by the MVisionPro engineering tools from the passport data of this model for typical tasks. The figures are estimates for preliminary selection.
Engineering conclusion: 20 mm at 300 mm WD gives a 103.22 mm field, so a 100 mm object fits geometrically. The confirmed mode 3072 × 2048 px · 40 fps · Mono8 gives a raw stream of 2.013 Gbit/s over GigE; the passport mode uses lossless compression, so the link load is lower than the raw figure.
Note: Spatial sampling is an engineering estimate; confirm measurement performance by calibration and verify the selected lens installation.
Field of view with a standard lens
| Task | Standard lens | Field of view at the task distance | Distance for the exact field |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 mm object at 300 mm | 20 mm | 103.22 mm | 291.27 mm |
| 200 mm object at 500 mm | 16 mm | 223.03 mm | 450.03 mm |
Resolution on the object
| Field of view | Sampling density | Object pixel | Minimum defect (5 px) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103.22 mm | 30.72 px/mm | 32.55 µm/px | 0.1628 mm |
| 223.03 mm | 15.36 px/mm | 65.1 µm/px | 0.3255 mm |
Depth of field and motion
| Field of view | Depth of field | Exposure limit (1 px blur) |
|---|---|---|
| 103.22 mm | 7.59 mm at f/4 | 65.1 µs at 500 mm/s |
| 223.03 mm | 29.3 mm at f/4 | 65.1 µs at 1000 mm/s |
Data stream by interface
| Confirmed mode | Passport condition | Interface | Raw stream per camera |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3072 × 2048 px · 40 fps · Mono8 | 40.0 fps @ 3072 × 2048 Mono 8 (lossless compression mode enabled) | GigE | 2.013 Gbit/s |
Compatible lenses
| Type | Model | What was checked |
|---|---|---|
| Lens | MVL-HF0824M-10MP | Mount, sensor coverage and the optical task of the scenario |
| Lens | MVL-KF0814M-12MPE | Mount, sensor coverage and the optical task of the scenario |
| Lens | MVL-KF0818M-12MP | Mount, sensor coverage and the optical task of the scenario |
| Lens | MVL-KF1228M-12MP | Mount, sensor coverage and the optical task of the scenario |
| Lens | MVL-KF1628M-12MP | Mount, sensor coverage and the optical task of the scenario |
| Lens | MVL-KF1628M-12MPE | Mount, sensor coverage and the optical task of the scenario |
How these figures were calculated
- Assumption: Thin-lens approximation; working distance is measured from the principal plane.
- Assumption: The primary optical calculation uses the sensor width and field-of-view width.
- Assumption: The standard focal length is selected downward and its actual field of view is checked.
- Assumption: Object-space resolution is calculated independently for each requested axis.
- Assumption: Motion speed is constant along the selected motion axis.
- Assumption: Depth of field uses a two-pixel circle of confusion.
- Assumption: Stream bandwidth uses the confirmed wire bits per pixel before protocol overhead.
- Assumption: A selected camera is checked only against its passport interface profile.
- Warning: The passport frame rate is tied to the stated mode conditions.
Engineering tools
Configure a kit · Check interface · Calculate optics for this camera
Selection and applications
Fine stationary-feature inspection. Step-and-capture surface analysis. Rolling-shutter monochrome measurement.
| Lenses | MVL-KF1628M-12MP, MVL-KF5024M-25MP |
|---|
Minimum kit: MV-CT2MG0060/R, a C-mount lens, an 8-pin M12 X-Code Gigabit Ethernet cable, and either a PoE source or 9–24 V DC input.
Nearby in the range: MV-CT2MG0050/G — Choose its global shutter and 59.2 fps rate for moving subjects.; MV-CT2MG0120/R — Choose 4096 × 3024 rolling-shutter capture when 18.4 fps is enough.; MV-CT2MG0200/R — Choose the Sony IMX183 for 5472 × 3648 output at 22.3 fps..
Compatible lens options
- MVL-KF1628M-12MP — C-mount mount; Ø17.6 mm image circle fully covers the 1/1.8 sensor; 12 MP optical class — headroom for this camera
- MVL-KF5024M-25MP — C-mount mount; Ø19.3 mm image circle fully covers the 1/1.8 sensor; 25 MP optical class — headroom for this camera
Cables and accessories for this model
Compatibility per manufacturer data.
- Data cables
- CT: M12 EthernetGigE
- I/O & power cables
- CT: power and I/O
- Power
- Power
- Optics
- Liquid lens
- Mounting
- Camera mounts
- Protection
- CT: IP67 covers
FAQ
Which C-mount lenses are proposed for the Sony IMX178 format?
MVL-KF1628M-12MP and MVL-KF5024M-25MP are proposed for MV-CT2MG0060/R. Both cover the 1/1.8 in sensor and use C-mount. Their 12 MP and 25 MP classes exceed the camera's 3072 × 2048 format, with focal length chosen to match field of view.
What does the rolling shutter mean for motion in this camera?
The Sony IMX178 reads with a rolling shutter, so subject or camera motion during readout can change geometry across the frame. The camera supports Rolling and Global Reset exposure modes, but the sensor remains a rolling-shutter device. Geometry-sensitive work should use a stationary target, stopped indexing or strobe-controlled exposure.
How much bandwidth and power does MV-CT2MG0060/R use?
Image data uses 1 Gbit/s Gigabit Ethernet through an 8-pin M12 X-Code connector, with Fast Ethernet compatibility. Power can come from PoE or 9 V DC to 24 V DC. Typical consumption is 1.6 W at 24 V DC under the stated operating condition.
Can binning or decimation reduce the 6 MP data stream?
Yes. Both binning and decimation support 1 × 1, 2 × 2 and 4 × 4 factors. Pixel output can be Mono 8, Mono 10, Mono 10 Packed, Mono 12 or Mono 12 Packed. The stated 40.0 fps maximum applies to 3072 × 2048 Mono 8 with lossless compression enabled.
What sealing and temperature range does the IMX178 model provide?
MV-CT2MG0060/R is rated IP67 when the lens and lens cap are installed correctly and wiring is completed properly. It operates from –30 °C to 60 °C, stores from –30 °C to 80 °C, and accepts 20% RH to 95% RH without condensation.