When combining lighting, cameras, proximity sensors and encoders to generate an automated solution, the CC320 Trigger Timing Controller is the single component for fast affordable integration. With 8 independent input channels, the controller can take a range of input signals from various components and use these to trigger events on any of the 8 independent output channels.
OLED panels have many benefits in machine vision applications because they give an exceptionally stable and uniform light intensity across the width of the panel. They are also very thin and can be moulded into complex shapes. However, OLED lights are challenging to control because the physical properties inherent in OLED panels demand sophisticated drive techniques to obtain fast and accurate pulsing.
Key features:
2 channels of independent control
Extremely fast, stable light output
Safe overdrive limits
Specifically designed for OLED lighting
Compatible with CCS OLED panels
Gardasoft triniti™ Ethernet communications including GigEVision compatibility
The PP1600 models can be quickly configured using our free software which can be downloaded from this page, or for the PP1620 Ethernet enabled controller range simply by accessing the controller via your internet browser; type in the IP address for the controller into your browser and you have full access to all of the parameters. If you are using a third party software package the PP1600 range has a simple command set that is detailed in the manual allowing easy communication. As with all Gardasoft products, all the settings are stored in non-volatile memory, and it will retain these settings even when the Ethernet or RS232 connection is disconnected. Gardasoft Controllers are universally compatible with LED Vision lighting, from manufacturers such as CCS.
Key features:
16 channel LED lighting controllers
Pulsing up to 20A per channel
8 trigger inputs
Ethernet or RS232 interface options
Designed for new generation LEDs
Compatible with nearly any LED lighting assembly available today
2A continuous output
1µs minimum pulse width
Application benefits:
Very fast bright strobing for freezing motion
Very repeatable lighting intensity
Driving the LEDs with a constant current, rather than voltage
Ability to pulse the output at a higher current to achieve a higher output intensity
Pulsing turns the LEDs off when not in use, increasing their MTBF rates, reducing downtime
The PP420 models can be quickly configured using our free software which can be downloaded from this page, or simply by accessing the controller via your internet browser; type in the IP address for the controller into your browser and you have full access to all of the parameters. If you are using a third party software package the PP420 has a simple command set that is detailed in the manual allowing easy communication. As with all Gardasoft products, all the settings are stored in non-volatile memory, and it will retain these settings even when the Ethernet connection is disconnected.
Key features:
Compatible with nearly any LED lighting assembly available today
Four independent controlled output channels
Ethernet interface
SafeSense™ technology for safe overdriving
Small compact unit with optional DIN mounting available
The PP520 models can be quickly configured using our free software which can be downloaded from this page, or simply by accessing the controller via your internet browser; type in the IP address for the controller into your browser and you have full access to all of the parameters. If you are using a third party software package the PP520 has a simple command set that is detailed in the manual allowing easy communication. As with all Gardasoft products, all the settings are stored in non-volatile memory, and it will retain these settings even when the Ethernet connection is disconnected.
Key features:
Compatible with nearly any LED lighting assembly available today
Two independent controlled output channels
Push button interface with optional Ethernet connectivity
SafeSense™ technology for safe overdriving
Small compact unit with optional DIN mounting available
The PP610 RS232 enabled models can be quickly configured using our free software which can be downloaded from this page. If you are using a third party software package the PP610 range has a simple command set that is detailed in the manual allowing easy communication. As with all Gardasoft products, all the settings are stored in non-volatile memory, and it will retain these settings even when the Ethernet connection is disconnected. Gardasoft Controllers are universally compatible with LED Vision lighting, from manufacturers such as CCS.
Key features:
Compatible with nearly any LED lighting assembly available today
Two independent controlled output channels
Push button interface with optional Ethernet connectivity
SafeSense™ technology for safe overdriving
Small compact unit with optional DIN mounting available
The PP800 models can be quickly configured using our free software which can be downloaded from this page, or for the PP820 Ethernet enabled controller range simply by accessing the controller via your internet browser; type in the IP address for the controller into your browser and you have full access to all of the parameters. If you are using a third party software package the PP800 range has a simple command set that is detailed in the manual allowing easy communication. As with all Gardasoft products, all the settings are stored in non-volatile memory, and it will retain these settings even when the Ethernet or RS232 connection is disconnected. Gardasoft Controllers are universally compatible with LED Vision lighting, from manufacturers such as CCS.
Key features:
Compatible with nearly any LED lighting assembly available today
Two independent controlled output channels
Push button interface with optional Ethernet connectivity
SafeSense™ technology for safe overdriving
Small compact unit with optional DIN mounting available
The PPCC16 combines the features of the Gardasoft PP1600 series LED Lighting Controllers with the addition of 8 digital outputs for triggering cameras or general use. With new generation LEDs the PPCC16 series can provide high intensity pulses which exceed the brightness of xenon strobes.
Key features:
16 channel LED lighting controllers
Pulsing up to 20A per channel
8 trigger inputs
8 digital trigger outputs
Ethernet of RS232 interface options
Designed for new generation LEDs
2A continuous output
1µs minimum pulse width
Application benefits:
Very fast bright strobing for freezing motion
Very repeatable lighting intensity
Driving the LEDs with a constant current, rather than voltage
Combines LED Control with basic PLC triggering functionality
Ability to pulse the output at a higher current to achieve a higher output intensity
Pulsing turns the LEDs off when not in use, increasing their MTBF rates, reducing downtime
The RC range is Gardasoft’s latest generation of LED lighting controller solutions for machine vision applications. Implementing our patented SafePower™ technology, installation is very easy, removing the needs of perhaps having to use a bespoke DC power supply or heat sinking the controller. All RC models also include our SafeSense™ technology. To get the very best out of your LED lighting solution, in terms of brightness stability and control, lighting should be driven from a current source, not a nominal voltage supply. The Gardasoft RC Series controllers are therefore single channel current source devices.
Key features:
Entry level controllers
Single channel LED control
Push button and Ethernet configuration options
SafeSense™ technology for safe overdriving
SafePower™ for easy installation
Compatible with nearly any LED lighting assembly available today
The RT range is Gardasoft’s latest generation of LED lighting controller solutions for machine vision applications. Implementing our patented SafePower™ technology, installation is very easy, removing the need of having to use a bespoke DC power supply or heat sinking the controller. All RT models also include our SafeSense™ technology, which enables the safe overdriving of LEDs. To get the very best out of your LED lighting solution, in terms of brightness stability and control, lighting should be driven from a current source, not a nominal voltage supply. The Gardasoft pulse / strobe controllers are current sources, with the RT200 controller range offering two output channels which are independently controlled.
Key features:
Compatible with nearly any LED lighting assembly available today
Two independently controlled output channels
Push button, Ethernet or RS232 configuration options
SafeSense™ technology for safe overdriving
SafePower™ for easy installation
Small compact unit with optional DIN mounting available
The RT range is Gardasoft’s latest generation of LED lighting controller solutions for machine vision applications. Implementing our patented SafePower™ technology, installation is very easy, removing the need of having to use a bespoke DC power supply or heat sinking the controller. All RT models also include our SafeSense™ technology, which enables the safe overdriving of LEDs. To get the very best out of your LED lighting solution, in terms of brightness stability and control, lighting should be driven from a current source, not a nominal voltage supply. The Gardasoft pulse / strobe controllers are current sources, with the RT200 controller range offering two output channels which are independently controlled.
Key features:
Compatible with nearly any LED lighting assembly available today
Four independently controlled output channels
Ethernet or RS232 configuration options
SafeSense™ technology for safe overdriving
SafePower™ for easy installation
Small compact unit with optional DIN mounting available
The RT range is Gardasoft’s latest generation of LED lighting controller solutions for machine vision applications. Implementing our patented SafePower™ technology, installation is very easy, removing the need of having to use a bespoke DC power supply or heat sinking the controller. All RT models also include our SafeSense™ technology, which enables the safe overdriving of LEDs. To get the very best out of your LED lighting solution, in terms of brightness stability and control, lighting should be driven from a current source, not a nominal voltage supply. The Gardasoft pulse / strobe controllers are current sources, with the RT200 controller range offering two output channels which are independently controlled.
Key features:
Compatible with nearly any LED lighting assembly available today
Eight independently controlled output channels
Push button, Ethernet or RS232 configuration options
SafeSense™ technology for safe overdriving
SafePower™ for easy installation
Small compact unit with optional DIN mounting available
The RTCC4 combines the features of the Gardasoft RT Series LED Lighting Controllers with the addition of two digital outputs for Triggering or general use. This combination provides a high level of integration in Machine Vision systems – reducing complexity, space and cost.
Key features:
Combines Lighting Control with Trigger Timing
Two extra digital outputs to standard Gardasoft RT Controllers
Includes all RTCC4 timing and sequencing functionality
Encoder input
SafePower™ and SafeSense™ technologies for Lighting Control
Gardasoft TR Series LED Controllers are a core component of a triniti Intelligent Lighting system. triniti is a new enabling technology from Gardasoft, which provides expert control, operational intelligence and full integration of Machine Vision lighting – all within a ‘plug & play’ environment.
Key features:
1, 2 and 4 channel LED lighting controllers
Compatible with triniti Intelligent Lighting platform
GigE Vision compliant
Pulsing up to 20A
Continuous output to 3.0A
30W maximum output per channel
Pulse timing to 20µs
Ethernet and Push-button interfaces (dependent on model)
Triniti application benefits
Enables non-expert users to use expert Machine Vision lighting techniques
Revolutionises the integration of lighting parameters right through to application level software
Addresses the industry’s need for a flexible system that is readily ‘plug & play’
Provides a stability of brightness, long-term, that helps to enhance the reliability of Vision systems, over many years
The Gardasoft TR-CL180 is a single-channel industrial Lens Controller which provides very accurate and repeatable control of tunable lenses. The TR-CL180 has been developed in close collaboration with Optotune. The TR-CL180 includes a precise, constant current drive for the liquid lens and is able to read data stored within the liquid lens. It is compatible with Optotune EL-10-30-Ci, EL-16-40-TC and EL-3-10 tunable lenses.
Key features:
One channel high resolution output
Include constant current Lens drive and Lens EEPROM data communications
-400mA to +400mA in 0.1mA steps
Compatible with Optotune EL-10-30-Ci and EL-16-40-TC and EL-3-10 lenses
Full current calibration with lens temperature compensation
Application benefits:
Industrial, precision control for Optotune lenses
Easy connection with cameras and lighting via triniti™ Intelligent Machine Vision platform
GigE Vision compliance, lenses therefore easily integrated with standard Image Processes software