The Keyence CA-H500MX is a high-performance monochrome camera designed for industrial automation and high-speed inspection applications. Engineered for exceptional speed and precision, this camera delivers 16× faster image capture than conventional models, enabling efficient processing in high-throughput production lines. Its advanced monochrome CMOS sensor ensures sharp and accurate imaging, making it ideal for applications that require precise measurement, defect detection, or barcode reading.

The CA-H500MX utilizes a 5-megapixel sensor with square pixels, offering a unit cell size of 3.45 µm × 3.45 µm (0.14 Mil × 0.14 Mil), ensuring high image fidelity and accurate representation of fine details. With a valid pixel count of 2432 × 2040 in 5-megapixel mode and 1600 × 1200 in 2-megapixel mode, the camera allows users to select the appropriate resolution for their application, balancing detail with processing speed. This flexibility makes it suitable for diverse industrial scenarios, from detailed inspections to rapid code reading.

The camera features a 2/3″ equivalent image size, optimizing light collection and image quality in a compact form factor. Its progressive scanning system ensures smooth and precise image acquisition, with a scan time of 27.7 ms in 5-megapixel mode and 11.7 ms in 2-megapixel mode. This fast acquisition minimizes motion blur and improves overall reliability in dynamic production environments.

Designed for high-speed industrial applications, the CA-H500MX enhances productivity while maintaining exceptional image quality. Its combination of high-resolution imaging, rapid scanning, and versatile operation allows for accurate inspections, measurements, and code reading in environments where precision and speed are critical. Compact yet powerful, this camera integrates seamlessly into automation systems, enabling reliable, high-quality performance across a variety of production and inspection tasks.