Description
Specim FX series hyperspectral cameras ensure reliable and accurate classification results based on the chemical composition of the test object. This non-destructive, non-contact optical method provides 100% image coverage of the product. As a state-of-the-art solution distributed by Alava Ingenieros, they allow inspecting a wide variety of final products and their properties without the need to change systems, which demonstrates their great versatility and aligns with our mission to offer technological diversity.
The Specim FX series represents the first range of hyperspectral cameras designed specifically for machine vision in industrial environments. Its high frame rate meets the demanding speeds of modern industry, while its robust and compact design facilitates flexible installation anywhere on the production line.
These features make them the ideal tool for companies that, like us, seek to drive innovation and efficiency through cutting-edge technology. Models such as the Specim FX10 and Specim FX17 stand out for their robustness and versatility in the visible and near-infrared spectrum. Specim’s hyperspectral cameras improve operational efficiency and ensure reliable results in a variety of industries.
Specim hyperspectral cameras
Hyperspectral cameras are advanced devices that allow the capture of images at multiple wavelengths, providing detailed and accurate information about the observed materials. These devices are used in a variety of industrial and scientific applications, such as quality inspection, precision agriculture, and environmental analysis. Through the capture of spectral data, hyperspectral cameras are able to identify materials invisible to the human eye, providing a competitive advantage in sectors where accuracy and efficiency are key.
Our partner Specim is a leader in the development of hyperspectral cameras and analysis software tools for industry and the laboratory, standing out for their robustness, speed and spectral accuracy. Specim cameras are used in a wide range of applications thanks to their ability to operate in different spectra, from visible and near infrared (VNIR) to mid-wavelength infrared (MWIR) and long wavelength infrared (LWIR).
Benefits of hyperspectral cameras:
- Advanced detection: They allow the identification of materials and objects invisible to the human eye.
- Spectral accuracy: They offer high resolution for applications requiring detailed analysis.
- Versatility: They are used in a wide range of sectors, from agriculture to mining and industrial inspection.
- Cost savings: Its use in in-line sorting and quality control processes allows for reduced production times and costs.
- Speed and efficiency: Specim’s models offer high imaging speeds and real-time processing, improving operational efficiency.
Main models of Specim hyperspectral cameras:
- Specim FX10: Ideal for applications in precision agriculture, color analysis and machine vision quality control, operating in the 400-1000 nm range.
- Specim FX17: Excellent for recycling, foreign body detection and art restoration, operating in the near infrared spectrum (900-1700 nm).
- Specim IQ: Portable and compact camera for analysis anywhere with IP protection, offering flexibility and autonomy.
- Specim FX50: Specialized for industrial applications in the mid-wavelength infrared (2.7-5.3 μm), ideal for plastics sorting and mining applications.
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More information about Specim Hyperspectral Cameras
Hyperspectral camera applications:
1. Material classification: Used in recycling and mining to identify different materials based on their spectral signatures.
2. Quality control: In industrial processes for in-line inspection and product quality assurance.
3.Research and development: Indispensable tools in laboratories for detailed spectral analysis.
4. Art conservation: Enables the detection of hidden drawings and traces in works of art, revealing the author’s initial underlying drawing as well as classifying the pigments and materials used by the author.
5. Environmental analysis: Used to detect changes in the environment, such as pollution or erosion.
Specim hyperspectral cameras are an innovative and efficient solution for the digitization and control of industrial processes thanks to its Specim Insight processing and analysis software, as they not only improve productivity, but also contribute to a more accurate and detailed analysis. Elevate your industrial and scientific projects with Specim’s hyperspectral technology, where precision and efficiency come together to transform your processes into innovative solutions.
