Wobble circle
Measurement of the deviation of the inner conductor from the ideal centerline.
Seating depth
Checking the correct depth of the inner conductor in the connector housing.
Pin position
Determining the position of the pins using reference points on the housing.
Reflections on the pin tips
Shiny surfaces can lead to unwanted reflections that affect measurement accuracy.
Non-defined geometries of the pin tips
Different shapes and sizes of pin tips make precise measurement difficult.
Different colors of the pin material
Color variations can affect optical detection and analysis.
Dark (black) plastic housings
Dark housings can make illumination and imaging difficult.
Narrow, deep connector sockets
The hard-to-reach areas in connectors make inspection difficult.
Miniaturization
The increasing miniaturization of connectors requires high-precision measurement methods.
Integration into complex assemblies
The integration of connectors into complex assemblies through injection molding makes handling and inspection more difficult.
Complex connector geometries
The complex shapes of the connectors require sophisticated measuring methods.
Quality defects due to injection molding
Overmolding and other defects that can occur during injection molding are difficult to detect using conventional methods.
Conventional inspection methods reach their limits when testing coaxial connectors due to various challenges. Shiny surfaces, different material colors, complex geometries and the miniaturization of components make precise and reliable inspection difficult. Manual inspection is also time-consuming and prone to errors.
The pinOPTIX system provides the basis for an innovative solution to these challenges. By using state-of-the-art sensor technology, precise 3D analysis and robust AI-supported evaluation, it enables fast, accurate and comprehensive inspection of coaxial connectors. Automated inspection not only reduces time and error rates, but also improves product quality and reliability.
Highly innovative sensor technology
Our Light Field Sensor HighRes with the highest resolution delivers precise image data. An additional polarization filter and highly diffuse light reduce reflections and also improve image quality.
3D analysis
Precise 3D analysis is made possible by special calibration and depth calculation components. These components ensure an accurate and measurable 3D reconstruction of the connector, which is essential for defect detection.
Robust evaluations with multiview AI
Customized data curation and multiview AI training provide a reliable multiview AI model for pin position detection. This AI-supported analysis enables precise and automated determination of measurement points.
Comprehensive evaluation
The merging of 3D data and AI analysis by evaluation algorithms enables automatic measurements according to customer specifications.
GUI
A customized graphical user interface (GUI) shows a digital twin of the connector and visualizes the pin positions detected by the AI as well as all specified measurements. This enables operators to check the inspection results intuitively and efficiently.
Automated control is faster and more efficient than manual control by employees and requires fewer personnel. This significantly reduces process costs.
The early correct detection of defects through repeatable and objective processes reduces scrap and rework. This leads to significant cost savings.
The detailed inspection data enables the optimization of manufacturing processes. This increases efficiency and reduces production costs.
The automatic creation of a digital twin of each connector enables follow-up inspections even after delivery, reducing traceability and warranty costs.
High-resolution 3D analysis enables accurate measurement of the wobble circle, seating depth and pin positions. Compliance with tolerances is ensured by MSA checks.
The system is robust against reflections, discoloration and non-specific geometries of the pin tips.
The customized graphical user interface (GUI) visualizes inspection results clearly. This enables operators to perform an intuitive and efficient inspection.
The system is less sensitive to the positioning accuracy of the connector prior to inspection. This facilitates integration into existing production lines.
The pinOPTIX system utilizes state-of-the-art sensor technology and AI-powered analysis. This gives companies a competitive advantage through improved product quality and efficiency.
Precise inspection ensures the reliability of connectors. This strengthens customer confidence in the products.
