Frame grabbers are essential components in machine vision systems that provide ultra high-speed, high-data image capture from one camera or multiple cameras simultaneously. A new generation of frame grabbers is now capable of bringing together images and transferring the data with minimal or no latency to PCs for analysis, helping manufacturers meet zero defect inspection goals with greater precision, and still reduce the overall time and cost of inspection. Defects are caught earlier in the manufacturing process to eliminate costly waste and maximize production yield.
Before diving deeper into the state of frame grabber technology, let’s review the use of machine vision systems in manufacturing and quality control. In general, it falls into three categories: measurement, identification, and detection.