What are the mount types of industrial lens ?

There is a wide variety of industrial lens Mount types, each of which performs a specific function that is essential to ensure the correct connection and efficient operation of industrial lenses and industrial cameras. The following is a detailed description of the Mount type of industrial lens, including its role and application scenarios.

A, industrial lens Mount type

1. C Mount (C-mount)

• Definition: C Mount is one of the most widely used lens mounts in machine vision systems, and is a 1-32UN inch thread Mount.

• Features: C Mount has the advantages of light weight, small size, and economic diversity. The flange distance (the distance between the lens bayonet and the sensor) is 17.5mm.

Applications: The C Mount lens is suitable for most industrial cameras, especially those using the C Mount standard.

2. CS Mount (CS-mount)

• Definition: CS Mount is very similar to C Mount, the Mount diameter and thread spacing are the same, but the flange spacing is shorter, 12.5mm.

• Features: The CS Mount lens is shorter than the C Mount lens and is suitable for applications requiring a smaller volume, such as miniature cameras or scenes with special needs.

• Compatibility: CS-Mount industrial cameras can be connected to C-port and C-port lenses, but a 5mm collar (C/CS adapter ring) is required when using C-port lenses. On the other hand, C-Mount industrial cameras cannot use CS-port lenses.

3. F Mount

• Definition: F Mount is the Mount standard for Nikon lenses, also known as Nikon port.

Features: The F-Mount lens is typically used on industrial cameras that require a large target surface (greater than 1 inch).

• Application: Common in high-end industrial cameras and specific application scenarios.

4. V Mount

• Definition: V Mount is the standard primarily used by Schneider Lenses, a well-known professional lens brand.

• Features: Generally also used for industrial cameras with large target surfaces or special purpose lenses.

5. M series Mount

• Definition: M series Mount includes M42, M50, M72 and other specifications, the number represents the Mount diameter, such as the M42 Mount diameter of 42mm.

• Features: The M Series Mount lens is commonly used in large resolution area and line array cameras.

• Application: It is widely used in industrial inspection, machine vision and other fields.

6. Other Mount

EF Mount: Canon's lens Mount standard, also used on some industrial cameras.

• T2 Mount: A more special lens Mount for some specific application scenarios.

• Leica Mount: The lens Mount standard for Leica cameras is also used in high-end industrial cameras and special needs scenarios.

Second, the role of industrial lens Mount

1. Fix lens and camera

• The primary role of the industrial lens Mount is to secure the lens and the camera, ensuring a stable connection between the two. Different Mount types have different connection modes and fixing mechanisms, such as threaded connection and clip connection, to adapt to different application scenarios and requirements.

2. Transmit light

• Industrial lens Mount not only fixes the lens to the camera, but also ensures that light is transmitted smoothly from the lens to the camera's sensitive elements. Therefore, the design of the Mount needs to take into account the transmission efficiency and quality of light, to avoid the loss or deformation of light during transmission.

3. Ensure image quality

• The design of an industrial lens Mount has a significant impact on image quality. If the Mount design is not reasonable or there are defects, it may cause problems such as fuzzy imaging and distortion. Therefore, when selecting industrial lenses and cameras, it is necessary to ensure that the Mount type and specifications of the two match to ensure the image quality.

4. Adapt to different application scenarios

• Different application scenarios have different requirements for Mount types and specifications for industrial lenses and cameras. For example, in miniature cameras or scenes with special needs, you need to choose the smaller and lighter CS Mount lens; In lenses that require a large target surface or special purpose, you need to choose F Mount or V Mount lenses. Therefore, the design of industrial lens Mount needs to take into account the needs and characteristics of different application scenarios.

Third, the selection and matching of industrial lens Mount

1. Select lens Mount based on the camera type

• When choosing an industrial lens, you first need to determine the Mount type of the camera. Only by choosing a lens that matches the Mount type of your camera can you ensure a stable connection and efficient operation between the two.

2. Consider application scenarios and requirements

• In addition to the camera type, you also need to consider the application scenarios and requirements for the Mount type of lens. For example, in situations where the shooting Angle or distance needs to be changed frequently, you may need to choose a zoom lens; In the case of high-precision measurement, it may be necessary to choose a telecentric lens.

3. Pay attention to Mount specifications and compatibility

• When choosing an industrial lens, you also need to pay attention to Mount specifications and compatibility issues. Different brands and models of industrial lenses and cameras may have different Mount specifications and standards. Therefore, the Mount specifications and compatibility information need to be carefully checked when selecting to ensure that the two can be correctly connected and used.

To sum up, industrial lens Mount types are rich and diverse, and each Mount bears a specific function. When selecting industrial lenses and cameras, factors such as Mount type, specifications, and compatibility need to be carefully considered to ensure a stable connection and efficient operation between the two. At the same time, it is also necessary to choose the right lens type and specifications according to different application scenarios and needs.