Cognex In-Sight 7000 Series Quick guide

In-Sight®7000 Series
Vision System
Optional Configurations

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Table of Contents
Legal Notices i
Uninstall and Install the M12 Lens 1
Uninstall the M12 Lens 1
Install the M12 Lens 3
Replace the Cognex Lens Tool Pad 4
Install the Lens Filter 5
Install a Lens Filter with a Shroud 6
Install a Lens Filter without a Shroud 8
Replace the Ring Light 9
Install a Ring Light with a Shroud 10
Convert to a Ring Light with a Shroud 13
Install a Ring Light without a Shroud 17
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Uninstall and Install the M12 Lens
If you purchased a vision system with the pre-installed M12 lens, the lens can be replaced with other M12 lenses. The
Cognex Lens Tool accessory (LNS-M12-TOOLKIT) must be used to replace the M12 lens. Please contact your Cognex
sales representative for more information.
CAUTION:Using a non-Cognex lens or replacing the M12 lens without the Cognex Lens Tool accessory (LNS-M12-
TOOLKIT) may cause damage to the vision system.
Uninstall the M12 Lens
1. Verify that the 24VDC power supply being used is unplugged and not receiving power.
2. Remove the lens cover, if present.
3. Determine the correct lens tool to use, based on the focal length of the lens.
Table 1-1: Cognex Lens Tool
Lens Focal Length Cognex Lens Tool
6MM (P/N 114-1346R)
8MM (P/N 114-1347R)
12MM (P/N 114-1348R)
Clear Anodized (P/N 820-0233-xR)
16MM (P/N 114-1309R)
25MM (P/N 114-1112R)
Black Anodized (P/N 820-0234-xR)
4. Place the lens tool directly on the lens, with the padded end of the tool pressed against the lens. The pad will
“grab” onto the lens.
Figure 1-1: Place Lens Tool on Lens
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5. To loosen the lens, turn the lens tool counter-clockwise.
Figure 1-2: Turn Counter-Clockwise
6. Remove the lens.
Figure 1-3: Remove the Lens
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Install the M12 Lens
1. Verify that the 24VDC power supply being used is unplugged and not receiving power.
2. Determine the correct lens tool to use, based on the focal length of the lens.
Table 1-2: Cognex Lens Tool
Lens Focal Length Cognex Lens Tool
6MM (P/N 114-1346R)
8MM (P/N 114-1347R)
12MM (P/N 114-1348R)
Clear Anodized (P/N 820-0233-xR)
16MM (P/N 114-1309R)
25MM (P/N 114-1112R)
Black Anodized (P/N 820-0234-xR)
3. To install the lens, insert the lens and using your fingers, turn it clockwise. If needed, attach the lens tool and
finish tightening the lens; the maximum torque is 0.34 Nm (3 in-lb).
Figure 1-4: Turn Clockwise
4. Reattach the lens cover.
5. Restore power to the 24VDC power supply and turn it on if necessary.
Uninstall and Install the M12 Lens
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Replace the Cognex Lens Tool Pad
If the Cognex Lens Tool's Pad tears, it can be replaced using one of the pads included with the lens tool.
1. Grab the edge of the existing pad and pull it out of the lens tool.
Figure 1-5: Remove Pad
2. Using one of the replacement pads included with the lens tool, feed the stem through the lens tool until the pad is
resting firmly on the end of the lens tool.
Figure 1-6: Replace Pad
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Install the Lens Filter
If you purchased a vision system with the M12 lens configuration, a filter kit is available for purchase. The filter kit can be
used to increase the contrast of images and improve the ability of the vision system to distinguish desired characteristics.
Please contact your Cognex sales representative for more information.
Table 2-1: Cognex Filter Kit
Lens Filter Color Lens Filter Part Number
Blue IMBF-BP470-IS7
Green IMGF-BP525-IS7
Orange IMOF-BP590-IS7
Red IMRF-BP635-IS7
Dark Red IMRF-BP660-IS7
Infrared IMIF-BP850-IS7
The steps for installing the lens filter vary, depending on whether the vision system you purchased has a shroud. Refer to
the table below to determine the installation steps required for your application.
Table 2-2: Vision System Configurations
Configuration Vision System Installation Instructions
Configuration 1 Refer to Install a Lens Filter with a Shroud on page6.
Configuration 2 Refer to Install a Lens Filter without a Shroud on page8.
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Install a Lens Filter with a Shroud
If the vision system you purchased has a shroud, complete the following steps to install the lens filter.
1. Verify that the 24VDC power supply being used is unplugged and not receiving power.
2. Remove the lens cover, if present.
3. Using your fingers, remove the shroud.
Figure 2-1: Remove Shroud
4. Install the lens filter.
a. Hold the lens filter by the sides, with the threaded end towards the lens. Align the filter with the filter thread
on the vision system.
b. Screw the lens filter onto the vision system by twisting it clockwise until it stops turning.
Note: Make sure to only touch the sides of the filter to avoid leaving fingerprints on the filter.
Figure 2-2: Install the Lens Filter
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5. Reinstall the shroud to the vision system. Gently press the shroud down into the vision system.
Figure 2-3: Reinstall Shroud
6. Reattach the lens cover.
7. Restore power to the 24VDC power supply and turn it on if necessary.
Install the Lens Filter
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Install a Lens Filter without a Shroud
If the vision system you purchased does not have a shroud, complete the following steps to install the lens filter.
1. Verify that the 24VDC power supply being used is unplugged and not receiving power.
2. Remove the lens cover, if present.
3. Install the lens filter.
a. Hold the lens filter by the sides, with the threaded end towards the lens. Align the filter with the filter thread
on the vision system.
b. Screw the lens filter onto the vision system by twisting it clockwise until it stops turning.
Note: Make sure to only touch the sides of the filter to avoid leaving fingerprints on the filter.
Figure 2-4: Install the Lens Filter
4. Reattach the lens cover.
5. Restore power to the 24VDC power supply and turn it on if necessary.
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Replace the Ring Light
If you purchased a vision system with the M12 lens configuration, the vision system is shipped with an internal LED ring
light pre-installed. The steps for replacing the ring light vary, depending on whether the pre-installed ring light and the
ring light you purchased have a shroud. Refer to the table below to determine the installation steps required for your
application.
Table 3-1: Ring Light Configurations
Configuration Existing Ring Light Replacement Ring
Light Installation Instructions
Configuration 1 Refer to Install a Ring Light with a Shroud on
page10.
Configuration 2 Refer to Convert to a Ring Light with a
Shroud on page13.
Configuration 3 Refer to Install a Ring Light without a Shroud
on page17.
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Install a Ring Light with a Shroud
If the pre-installed ring light on your vision system has a shroud, please complete the following steps to replace the ring
light.
1. Verify that the 24VDC power supply being used is unplugged and not receiving power.
2. Remove the lens cover, if present.
3. Loosen the ring light.
a. Using a screwdriver, loosen the two screws on the ring light.
Note: Do not attempt to remove the screws from the ring light; the screws are held in place with
washers on the back of the ring light.
Figure 3-1: Loosen Ring Light
b. Pins on the back of the ring light are connected to the vision system. Grab the notch on the ring light that is
closest to the pins, and gently pull up to disengage the pins from the vision system.
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4. Remove the ring light and shroud from the vision system.
Figure 3-2: Remove Ring Light and Shroud
5. To install the new ring light, align the screws with the threaded screw posts on the vision system. Also align the
pins on the back of the ring light with the connector on the vision system, but do not attempt to connect the pins.
Figure 3-3: Align the Screws and Pins
6. Gently press down on the ring light to connect the pins on the back of the ring light to the vision system.
Replace the Ring Light
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7. Using a screwdriver, tighten the screws until they stop turning; the maximum torque is 0.56 Nm (5 in-lb).
Figure 3-4: Partially Tighten the Screws
8. Reattach the lens cover.
9. Restore power to the 24VDC power supply and turn it on if necessary.
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Convert to a Ring Light with a Shroud
If the pre-installed ring light does not have a shroud, and you need to convert to a ring light with a shroud, please
complete the following steps. To install a ring light with a shroud, you must first install the Cognex Standoff and
Connector Kit (LM12-UPDATE). Please contact your Cognex sales representative for more information.
1. Verify that the 24VDC power supply being used is unplugged and not receiving power.
2. Remove the lens cover, if present.
3. Loosen the ring light.
a. Using a screwdriver, loosen the two screws on the ring light.
Note: Do not attempt to remove the screws from the ring light; the screws are held in place with
washers on the back of the ring light.
b. Pins on the back of the ring light are connected to the vision system. Using small tweezers, grab the notch
on the ring light that is closest to the pins, and gently pull up to disengage the pins from the vision system.
Figure 3-5: Loosen Ring Light
Replace the Ring Light
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4. Remove the ring light from the vision system.
Figure 3-6: Remove Ring Light
5. Install the Cognex Standoff and Connector Kit (LM12-UPDATE).
a. Insert the light connector into the connector on the vision system.
Figure 3-7: Install the Light Connector
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