pinOPTIX – 3D connector inspection

The importance of pinOPTIX in electronics manufacturing

pinOPTIX ensures the product quality of connectors, which act as critical components in electronic devices, by guaranteeing their error-free function. Automated 3D inspection speeds up the production process and reduces labor costs, leading to increased efficiency and cost savings. Through precise error detection and documentation, pinOPTIX enables continuous improvement of production processes by allowing companies to identify sources of error and optimize processes. The system also offers flexibility and adaptability to different connector geometries and inspection requirements, enabling seamless integration into existing production lines.

The technology behind pinOPTIX

pinOPTIX uses the innovative K|Lens Light Field Sensor to precisely capture 3D data from connectors. Specially trained artificial intelligence (AI) localizes pins and other predefined measuring points and detects qualitative defects such as contaminated surfaces. Together with the 3D models created, precise measurements of the connector geometry can be carried out. Finally, detailed inspection reports can be generated automatically, ensuring complete traceability and documentation of the results.

Important technical features

AI-based detection and flexible positioning

AI-based detection of pin tips and reference points eliminates the need for exact positioning of the test object. This enables the integration of pinOPTIX into automated production lines, including the use of robots for object positioning.

Inspection in narrow connector baskets

pinOPTIX is able to analyze pins in very tight connector baskets, even when there are only a few millimeters between the pin and the connector basket. This capability is crucial for the inspection of modern, miniaturized connectors.

Robust pin tip detection

AI-based pin tip detection makes the system robust against undefined geometries of the pin tip. This ensures reliable inspection even with variations in the pin tip shape.

High-precision measurements

pinOPTIX achieves a standard deviation in the lateral direction of less than 10 µm. In the z-direction, a standard deviation of less than 30 µm is achieved. This high precision enables accurate measurements of pin positions, wobble circles and setting depths.

Optimized working range and depth of field

The highest resolution is achieved at a working distance of approx. 70 mm and a working range of 40x60 mm. The usable depth of field is approx. 15 mm. The usable depth of field range for qualitative AI-based analyses is slightly larger.

Integration options / expansion options

Optimization for specific connector geometries

Depending on the size and geometry of the connector to be measured, the magnification, field of view and lighting can be precisely adjusted. This enables optimum detection of the connector geometry and highly accurate 3D reconstruction. The adjustment of the optical parameters ensures that even complex connector geometries are reliably captured.

Special holders and fixtures

Customized holders and fixtures can be developed for special connector shapes to ensure optimal positioning and fixation during the measurement process.

Customized integration into production lines

Our systems can be custom designed for your production machine to enable seamless integration into existing production processes. This includes adapting the hardware, software and interfaces to the specific requirements of your production environment. Integration into the production line enables automated 3D inspection during operation.

Automated data acquisition and processing

pinOPTIX can be coupled with automated data acquisition and processing systems to ensure efficient evaluation of 3D data. This enables the creation of inspection reports and the transfer of data to other systems.

AI-based qualitative analysis

Depending on your quality requirements, we can train our AI for you to carry out the qualitative analyses relevant to you in parallel with the measurement, e.g. overmolding in the base area of the connector, burrs on the connector basket, etc.

AI-supported determination of measuring points

Depending on your quality requirements, we can train our AI for you so that all the measuring points you require can be located reliably. The AI-supported analysis enables automated and robust measurement of components.

Customizable measurement protocols

The measurement protocols can be adapted to the specific requirements of your quality control. This enables the creation of detailed inspection reports and the documentation of measurement resul

Customer Benefits and ROI

Robust automation for maximum precision

pinOPTIX enables precise pin measurement even in small, narrow connectors where conventional methods reach their limits. Robust automation ensures reliable and repeatable measurement that minimizes human error.

Improved quality assessment for comprehensive analysis

pinOPTIX offers an additional qualitative assessment of connectors that goes beyond pure pin measurement. This enables a comprehensive analysis of connector quality and the identification of potential problems.

Flexible alignment for easy integration

pinOPTIX does not require precise alignment of the test object with the camera, which simplifies integration into production lines. This saves time and costs when setting up and operating the system.

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