Vision Sensor: iVu Series

Brings the simplicity of a photoelectric sensor and the intelligence of a vision sensor together to provide inspection solutions that can be applied and supported right on the factory floor.

No PC required to configure, change or monitor
Easy configuration: install/connect iVu, select sensor type, acquire image, set inspection parameters
Advanced capabilities: menu-driven tools guide you as you set up your inspection
Three advanced sensors in one rugged package: a Match, an Area, and a Blemish sensor type
Software emulator lets you perfect your application offline
Integrated models offer a touch-screen for programming on the factory floor
Remote models offer separate touch screen display that mounts remotely from the sensor to allow easy access for setup and monitoring
Compact, rugged housing available with or without a variety of integrated ring lights- red, blue, green, and infrared
Ability to change parameters on the fly
Ethernet option available for simplified communications and enhanced control of the sensor

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Technical Literature

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iVu TG Gen2 with Remote Display datasheet
Datasheet

DATE:12 Apr 2017

FILE TYPE:Datasheet

FILE SIZE:597K

iVu TG Gen2 with Integrated Display datasheet
Datasheet

DATE:12 Apr 2017

FILE TYPE:Datasheet

FILE SIZE:807K

iVu TG Gen2 Quick Start Guide
Installation Guide

DATE:26 Sep 2014

FILE TYPE:Installation Guide

FILE SIZE:498K

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Capteur d’images iVu TG Gen2 Guide de démarrage rapide
Installation Guide

DATE:11/18/14

FILE TYPE:Installation Guide

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iVu TG Gen2-Bildsensor Quickstart-Anleitung
Installation Guide

DATE:11/18/14

FILE TYPE:Installation Guide

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Sensore di immagine iVu TG Gen2 Guida rapida
Installation Guide

DATE:11/18/14

FILE TYPE:Installation Guide

FILE SIZE:449K

iVu Plus

Banner’s iVu Plus TG features EtherNet/IP and Modbus/TCP communications, stores up to 30 inspections and sorts up to 10 products in a single inspection.

Technical Literature

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iVu Plus TG Gen2 with Remote Display Datasheet (Online Only)
Datasheet

DATE:12 Apr 2017

FILE TYPE:Datasheet

FILE SIZE:814K

iVu Plus TG Gen2 with Integrated Display Datasheet (online only)
Datasheet

DATE:12 Apr 2017

FILE TYPE:Datasheet

FILE SIZE:813K

iVu Plus TG Gen2 Instruction Manual (Online Only)
Product Manual

DATE:21 Apr 2015

FILE TYPE:Product Manual

FILE SIZE:6.8MB

iVu Plus TG Gen2 Quick Start Guide
Installation Guide

DATE:9 Sep 2014

FILE TYPE:Installation Guide

FILE SIZE:816K

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Capteur iVu Plus TG Gen2 Guide de démarrage rapide
Installation Guide

DATE:10/14/14

FILE TYPE:Installation Guide

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Sensor der Bauform iVu Plus TG Gen2 Quickstart-Anleitung
Installation Guide

DATE:10/14/14

FILE TYPE:Installation Guide

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Sensore Serie iVu Plus TG Gen2 Guida rapida
Installation Guide

DATE:10/14/14

FILE TYPE:Installation Guide

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iVu Plus TG Gen2 Quick Start Guide (Korean)
Installation Guide

DATE:07/08/14

FILE TYPE:Installation Guide

FILE SIZE:2.5MB

Product Data Files

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iVu Plus PROFINET GSD File
GSD Files

DATE:18 May 2015

FILE TYPE:GSD Files

FILE SIZE:602K

iVu Plus EDS File(March 12, 2015)
EDS Files

DATE:17 Apr 2015

FILE TYPE:EDS Files

FILE SIZE:1.1MB

Software

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iVu Series Gen2 2015R1 - Software
Software

DATE:17 Apr 2015

FILE TYPE:Software

FILE SIZE:82.8MB

iVu Series Standard Gen2 2015R1 - Release Notes
Software

DATE:16 Apr 2015

FILE TYPE:Software

FILE SIZE:5K

iVu Series Lens Assistant
Software

DATE:11 Mar 2010

FILE TYPE:Software

FILE SIZE:3.5MB

Marketing Literature

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iVu Plus Image Sensor TG Flyer
Product Brochure

DATE:9 May 2013

FILE TYPE:Product Brochure

FILE SIZE:592K

The solution uses an iVu Series sensor configured for a Match inspection. A reference "good" identifier is taught into the sensor. In service on the production line, the sensor detects when a component does not have the correct identifier, and sends a fail output to the line, and the part is rejected.

Combined Inspections Used to Meet Quality Standards [Success Story]

Bottles incorrectly packed into bliss trays for sale in club stores did not properly display product labels and had to be returned to the company.

Accurate Label Inspection [Success Story]

The company was experiencing several quality control issues—bottles were coming off the line with missing, skewed and double labels. As a result, the customer was scrapping over 2,000 bottles a month, a process which requires them to cut out the mislabeled portion of the bottles and re-grind the plastic for reuse. Further, the labeling errors began prompting serious customer complaints. To avoid scrapping additional bottles and losing loyal customers, the company came to Banner for a label inspection solution.

Industrial Bar Code Verification on Clear Labels

The iVu and iVu Plus with UV ring light are an ideal solution for detecting bar codes in a low contrast situation. The iVu is coupled with UV illumination for an all-in-one solution that improves contrast on clear labels so bar codes are easily detected. The iVu UV vision sensor provides 2-dimensional area inspection versus single point inspection with UV photoelectric sensors, which helps establish better contrast in this application.

Intelligent Mail Industrial Bar Code Reading

IMB technology combines the capabilities of POSTNET and PLANET Code bar codes into one unique bar code to enable end-to-end visibility in the mail stream. The iVu BCR is used in these mail applications to help direct mailers from multiple smaller runs as they are combined into larger ones. Because the iVu BCR has an integrated or remotely connected display, it provides instant feedback to staff monitoring the process as to how the sensor is working on the production line.

Blemish Detection on Bandage

The iVu TG and iVu Plus TG are the perfect sensors to monitor materials and ensure that they meet quality standards. With an easy-to-use LCD flat-panel touch screen, the iVu gives the operator complete control and immediate feedback for setup and monitoring of products. There are three sensor types, including area, match and blemish, which is the best mode for this application.

Bearing Inspection

The solution involves using an iVu Series sensor configured for a Match inspection to ensure that all the bearings are present for each component that includes the bearing assembly. If the sensor detects one or more missing bearings, it sends a fail output to the line, and the component is rejected.

Blister Pack Inspection

To verify each blister in the pack, use an iVu Series sensor configured for an Area inspection. The sensor inspects each blister pack to make sure that each blister contains an unbroken tablet.

Punch Hole Inspection

To verify that the expected number of holes exist on a small metal part that is not rigidly fixed, use an iVu Series sensor configured for an Area with Motion application. When holes are punched, the sensor evaluates all the holes to make sure that they are present and correctly sized. If any are not, the sensor sends a fail output to the line where the part is rejected.

Solder Ball Inspection

To verify each integrated circuit, this application uses an iVu Series sensor configured for an Area with Motion application. If the sensor detects a part with missing or damaged solder balls, or if it detects any foreign material, the sensor sends a fail output to the line, and the part is rejected.

Punch Hole Inspection

Small Part Inspection in Tough Location

Banner Engineering’s iVu vision sensor with a 50 mm C-Mount lens allows a reliable vision inspection, while extending the range to the beer bottle inspection area. This allows the sensor to be far enough away from the target, while providing the resolution needed to detect loose or missing vent tubes and spreader washers. Configured as an area sensor, the iVu TG inspects for the spreader washers’ and vent tubes’ location and presence within 16 ms.

Vial Stopper Inspection

To ensure that a stopper is properly inserted as each vial leaves the filling station, an iVu Series sensor—set up for an Area with Motion application—verifies that the vial has a stopper inserted into its neck and that the stopper is positioned correctly to provide a proper seal on the glass vial. If the stopper is missing or incorrectly positioned, then the sensor sends a fail output to the line.

Drilled Holes Inspection

This application uses an iVu Series sensor configured for an Area inspection. When holes are punched, the sensor evaluates all the holes to make sure that they are present and correctly sized. If any are not, the sensor sends a fail output to the line where the part is rejected.

Food Packaging Label Inspection

To verify each box is correct, an iVu Series sensor is configured for a Match inspection with 360 degree rotation enabled. An image of the correct box is captured and when the inspection is running, if the sensor detects an incorrect box, the sensor sends a fail output to the line, and the product is rejected.

Injection Molding Inspection

The solution involves using an iVu Series sensor configured for a Match inspection. The sensor evaluates each plastic bottle and, if the bottle is not well formed, the sensor sends a fail output to the line where the plastic bottle is rejected.

Detecting the Positioning and Presence of Tamper Evident Bands

Banner iVu TG vision sensor with multi-point inspections is ideal for detecting and evaluating the position of tamper-evident bands. In this application, the band should be positioned around both the cap and the neck of a bottle. A seal positioned too high, too low, or completely missing would be considered unacceptable. With multi-point inspection, the iVu TG vision sensor can simultaneously detect missing and poorly positioned bands.

Part Orientation

In the application shown, nuts exiting a vibratory feeder bowl are transported to the next step in the assembly process. It is essential that the correct side of the nut faces up so they can be used efficiently in the process. The iVu SeriesTG Image Sensor possesses the inspection capabilities necessary for determining part orientation. The sensor, when configured for a Match inspection, will compare each nut to a reference to determine if there is a match.

Label Alignment Inspection

As each salad dressing bottle leaves the label station, an iVu Series sensor, configured for a Match application, inspects the label and compares it to a preconfigured reference to determine if they match. The iVu verifies that each bottle has a label applied and that each individual label is applied straight and not skewed. If the label is missing, or incorrectly placed on the bottle, then the sensor outputs a signal to the labeling machine.

Label Inspection

To verify each product, an iVu Series sensor is configured for a Match inspection. An image of a good product package is captured. When the inspection is running, if the sensor detects a package with a different or missing label, the sensor sends a fail output to the line, and the product is rejected.

Orientation Verification

This application uses an iVu Series sensor configured for a Match inspection. It ensures that the music label is face up and within a small rotational tolerance. If the sensor detects a CD that is incorrectly oriented, it sends a failure to the line, and the CD is rejected.

Date/Lot Code Presence or Absence Detection

Banner Engineering’s SLM series slot sensor, along with the iVu TG image sensor with Integrated Display, can be utilized to detect the passing bottles and match an image to the one printed on the bottle. During the labeling process a SLM series slot sensor is used to consistently identify each bottle as it passes by the sensor. At this point, the slot sensor will trigger the iVu vision system to verify that the codes have been printed onto the bottles.

Date/Lot Code Inspection

To verify each package has a date/lot code printed on it, an iVu Series sensor is configured for a Match inspection. An image of the date/lot code is captured. When the inspection is running, if the sensor detects a package without the date/lot code the sensor sends a fail output to the line, and the product is rejected.

Box Insert Detection

To confirm that each unit includes a product information insert, an iVu Series sensor is mounted above the packaging line. The sensor is configured for a Match inspection, and checks that the product information leaflet is inserted into each package of medication. The leaflet can be placed in any orientation, but must beface up.The sensor can detect 360 degrees of rotation to find the insert.

Correct Label Verification

An iVu TG Image Sensor works well for label verification because it comes with four sensor types, including a match sensor. The match sensor determines whether a pattern on a label matches a reference pattern and if it is correctly oriented. With just the touch of a button—or remotely through a PLC—users can easily teach the iVu image sensor to recognize and match the correct label pattern, requiring no image processing expertise.

End-of-Mail Indication

To detect this mark, use an iVu Series sensor configured for a Match inspection. The sensor detects the end-of-bundle mark, and signals the bundling machine to wrap the finished group.

Vent Tube Presence on Filler [Success Story]

The rotary fillers dispense beer into bottles traveling at speeds of up to 900 bottles per minute. The company needed a solution capable of detecting spreader washers on the vent tubes as well as loose or missing tubes. However, the movement of the rotary filler and the wet washdown environment made close proximity deployments difficult and the range required for a remote solution could compromise inspection reliability.

Integrated Circuit Orientation

Detect presence and orientation of each integrated circuit

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