Cognex Checker 4G Series with Ethernet

Cognex Corporation has announced the addition of the Checker 4G Series to its award line of vision sensors. The new Checker 4G vision sensor by Cognex offers the same easy-to-use setup Checker is known for plus adds Ethernet networking for remote setup and monitoring, PLC communication through EtherNet/IP and PROFINET and the ability to save inspection images to an FTP server.

Checker 4G allows the user to configure the sensor as a presence sensor or measurement sensor to inspect and error proof his manufacturing process. With patented part detection technology Checker sensors are also able to detect and inspect over 6,000 parts per minute in varying positions along the production line.

"With our new Checker 4G Series, customers can realize many of the benefits of a networked vision sensor over Ethernet including the ability to easily communicate with factory automation devices and remotely monitor and manage vision sensor activity throughout the manufacturing process," said Pascal Dorster, Vision Sensors Business Unit Manager.