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Basler ace 2

As versatile as your application

The ace 2 offers excellent image quality thanks to the latest sensor technology (including sensors for different wavelength ranges) and is available with a CoaXPress 2.0, USB 3.0, GigE, or 5GigE interface. Tailored to fit different vision requirements, so you always get the right camera for your needs.

Go to the ace 2 models Information about the ace 2

ace 2 R Basic and ace 2 R Pro
Two product lines with different computer vision feature sets
From UV to SWIR
Suitable sensors for the spectral range from 0.2 µm to 1.7 µm
Latest CMOS sensors
Best images thanks to latest CMOS sensors, including Sony Pregius S sensors
Sensor variety
Wide portfolio with sensors from Sony and Gpixel for your individual requirement
Interface diversity
Choose from a CoaXPress 2.0, USB 3.0, GigE, or 5GigE interface
Small housing
Easy design-in thanks to the compact 29 mm x 29 mm housing
Extensive accessories portfolio
Coordinated components for the vision system from a single source
Top price/performance ratio
All components at an excellent price/performance ratio

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Our ace 2 camera series

Tailored to fit your unique vision requirements, we offer two product lines: the ace 2 R Basic and ace 2 R Pro, which provide different integrated features. The ace 2 V cameras combine the compact housing of the ace 2 with the powerful CoaXPress 2.0 interface, while our ace 2 X cameras allow image acquisition in both the visible and invisible light spectrum.

ace 2 R Basic

Proven Basler reliability combined with a comprehensive computer vision feature set for standard machine vision applications.

Compact format meets state-of-the-art CMOS sensor technology
Available with 5GigE interface
Powerful computer vision feature set
Unbeatable price/performance ratio for standard vision applications

About the ace 2 R Basic models

ace 2 R Pro

All the benefits of the ace 2 R Basic plus the PGI feature set and the unique Beyond features--Compression Beyond and Pixel Beyond--for maximum performance.

Compression Beyond delivers higher bandwidth on GigE using lossless compression
Pixel Beyond provides straightforward sensor redesign by customizing pixel size and sensor features
Includes the popular PGI feature set from Basler
Best price/performance ratio for more demanding vision applications

About the ace 2 R Pro models

ace 2 V

Small, powerful cameras that deliver the best image quality at a high bandwidth and frame rate, making applications more efficient.

Powerful CoaXPress 2.0 interface in a compact housing
Equipped with Sony Pregius S sensors
Extensive computer vision feature set
Easy upgrade from Camera Link to CoaXPress 2.0 interface
Large selection of matching CoaXPress 2.0 components result in a vision system with an excellent price-performance ratio

ace 2 V models More about the ace 2 V

ace 2 X visSWIR

Thanks to innovative firmware features, this compact and affordable visSWIR camera delivers image quality comparable to a cooled camera.

Image acquisition in the visible and short-wave infrared spectrum with wavelengths from 0.4 µm to 1.7 µm
Equipped with Sony SenSWIR sensors with resolutions from VGA to 5.3 MP
Pixel Correction Beyond - a firmware feature for dynamic defect pixel correction
Large selection of perfectly matched visSWIR components

ace 2 X visSWIR models More about the ace 2 X visSWIR

ace 2 X UV

The ultraviolet (UV) cameras allow unique applications beyond the visible wavelength range by making the hidden visible.

Image acquisition in the invisible light spectrum with wavelengths from 0.2 µm to 0.4 µm
Equipped with the highly sensitive Sony IMX487 Pregius S UV sensor
Unique Beyond features, Compression Beyond and Pixel Beyond, for maximum performance
Large selection of suitable UV image processing components

ace 2 X UV models More about the ace 2 X UV

Variety of sensors and interfaces

The ace 2 is as flexible as applications are diverse: in a compact housing, it has sensors from Sony and Gpixel with resolutions from VGA to 24 MP. Our visSWIR cameras are equipped with Sony's SenSWIR sensors with resolutions up to 5.3 MP. You also have a choice of interfaces: the ace 2 is available with a CoaXPress 2.0, USB 3.0, GigE, or 5GigE interface.

ace 2: available with many sensor options

The ace 2 with sensors from Sony and Gpixel

Our ace 2 cameras are available with sensors from Gpixel or Sony, including the particularly powerful 4th generation Sony Pregius S sensors and Sony SenSWIR sensors. Choose from our broad sensor portfolio for your individual application.

ace 2: available with many interface options

The ace 2 with four different interfaces

Choose between four different interfaces for our ace 2 cameras: CoaXPress 2.0, USB 3.0, GigE, or 5GigE interface. Each interface has its own advantages, allowing you to use the interface that best meets your application requirements.

Further information on the Basler ace 2

Learn more about our products and applications. Our comprehensive materials provide you with all the important details.

Quality assurance for stacking pouch battery cells
Precisely layering the electrode sheets and separator is critical for the quality of the battery cell. Machine vision provides accurate stacking alignment in the µm range.
- AOI, error detection, and quality control
- Measuring
- Electronics industry
E-Check: Automated Inspection of ICE Trains
Deutsche Bahn relies on imaging for maintenance tasks: ‌with a mobile robot, 32 ace 2 cameras, and AI, the company is prepared for increasing passenger numbers in long-distance transport.
- Traffic, transportation, infrastructure
- AOI, error detection, and quality control
- Classification
Machine Vision in Soccer
Goal Line Technology and Video Assistant Referees can make soccer decisions fairer, but high speeds in sports pose challenges for the systems.
- Tracking & Monitoring
- Position Recognition
- People Recognition
- Sports & entertainment
Vision Solution Irida Labs and Basler
The heavy-duty cement industry relies on Basler vision system and AI for automated quality control.
- Deep Learning
DWS system for code recognition and parcel measurement
The DWS system enables an efficient process for code recognition and parcel measurement for logistics companies.
- Reading & Scanning
- Measuring
- Warehouse automation
Basler SLP Feature
‌The SLP feature provides easy lighting control thanks to direct communication between the Basler SLP Controller and almost all Basler cameras.
- Lighting
Fast Autofocus Solution for Vision Inspection
How do you keep information in focus when your working distance keeps changing? Discover Basler’s fast, reliable, and easy-to-integrate autofocus solution.
- AOI, error detection, and quality control
- Classification
Basler's Unique Feature Set: PGI - for Optimized Images
PGI is a powerful in-camera image optimization tool. Provided by pylon software, it enhances images at full camera speed without placing additional load on your processor.
- Camera technology
The Sony Pregius S Sensors
The Sony Pregius S sensors combine small pixel sizes with backside illuminated structure and global shutter. The result: high resolution in a compact format, without motion artifacts. Get to know the Sony sensors of the 4th generation!
- Sensor technology