Machine Vision
WideSCAN™ Tube
Integrated machine vision for inline surface inspection
WideSCAN Tube is an integrated machine vision solution for 100% inline surface inspection. Designed for industrial production environments, it combines high-resolution image acquisition with matched electronics, illumination concepts, and system configuration in one coordinated solution. Available from 24 to 120 inches with CIS or CCD technology, WideSCAN Tube offers Short Focus and Long Focus configurations for different inspection requirements.
Highlights that make the difference
Sizes & sensors
From 24 to 120 inches in 12-inch steps, with CIS or CCD technology.
Short or long focus
Approx. 10.5 mm working distance with SF or approx. 400 mm with LF.
Simple connectivity
Connect through Gigabit Ethernet, Scan2Net®, and API using standard network technology.
Flexible illumination
Integrated RGB lighting on SF; flexible external Image Access lighting on LF.
Industrial protection
IP52-protected construction, with higher protection classes available on request.
One source
Hardware, imaging, lighting, configuration, optional AI software, and support from Image Access.
Designed for integration
IP52 protection and network-based connectivity support integration into production environments, while Short Focus and Long Focus configurations cover different working distances and illumination requirements.
Less complexity, more performance
Traditional machine vision systems can combine components from several suppliers, each with its own interfaces, configuration, and support. WideSCAN Tube brings hardware, imaging, illumination, configuration, optional AI software, and support together through Image Access. Customers can connect the system to their own production environment via Ethernet and API without relying on a dedicated frame-grabber architecture.
Traditional machine vision architecture
Camera / Sensor
Vendor 1
Illumination
Vendor 2
Frame Grabber / Interface Hardware
Vendor 3
Analysis software
Vendor 4
Integration + Configuration by third party
Customer
WideSCAN™ Tube architecture
Camera, Illumination, Frame Grabber, PC
Image Access
Analysis Software
Image Access
Integration + Configuration by customer
Customer
Two focus concepts
Short Focus (SF)
WideSCAN Tube SF is the compact Short Focus variant with CIS sensor technology, telecentric 1:1 imaging, integrated RGB illumination, and a working distance of approximately 10.5 mm. It is designed for applications where compact installation and precise image geometry are central requirements.
Long Focus (LF)
WideSCAN Tube LF uses CCD sensor technology and an approximately 400 mm working distance. Its external lighting concept supports flexible illumination scenarios with up to four Image Access RGB lamps, depending on the configuration.
Surface inspection in 3D
WideSCAN products support high-level quality control through a dedicated 3D mode that detects surface textures and height variations – ideal for applications such as print inspection, embossing control, and material analysis in a single scan pass.
Scan2Net® Connectivity
WideSCAN Tube connects through Gigabit Ethernet, Scan2Net®, and an API, using standard network technology instead of a dedicated frame-grabber-dependent architecture – simple, fast, and globally compatible.
Traditional Interfaces
Camera Link
Camera Link HS
CoaXPress (CXP)
MIPI CSI
USB3 Vision
GigE Vision
10GigE Vision
PCI Express (PCIe)
Unnecessary layers of complexity
Scan2Net® Interface
Up to 10GB Ethernet (10 GbE)
Standard TCP/IP networking
Built-in web server and browser-based interface
Supports LAN, WLAN, and wireless networking
Platform-independent connectivity
Easy integration into existing IT and automation infrastructure
Scan2Net® speaks the language of the network that connects us all: the Internet.
Illumination for each focus concept
WideSCAN Tube uses different illumination concepts for its two variants. SF integrates two linear RGB lights into the housing. LF uses external RGB lighting supplied by Image Access, with up to four lamps depending on the configuration.
The uniform, glare-free light ensures stable performance even in demanding ambient conditions – ideal for color measurement and inspection workflows.
For every system size and scanning need
WideSCAN scan line bars are available in CIS and CCD technology, from 12″ to 120″, ready for high-speed inline integration.
| Technology | CIS scan bar (single unit) |
|---|---|
| Scanning width | 305 mm (12″) to 1220 mm (48″) |
| Sensor alignment | Telecentric, ensures 1:1 imaging for measuring tasks |
| Focal point | 11 mm above protective glass |
| Lighting | White LED, CRI >95 – ideal for color measurement |
| Speed | Up to 1500 mm/s (grayscale), 500 mm/s (color) |
| 3D scanning | Yes – for surface texture capture |
| Housing | Compact (80 mm × 55 mm), 3 mm aluminum profile, IP54 dust proof, passive cooling |
| Environment | Operation up to 40 °C (100 °F), no derating |
| Technology | Modular CIS bars on aluminum extrusion |
|---|---|
| Scanning width | 1525 mm (60″) to 3050 mm (120″) in 305 mm steps |
| Sensor alignment | Telecentric, ensures 1:1 imaging for measuring tasks |
| Focal point | 11 mm above protective glass |
| Lighting | White LED, CRI >95 – ideal for color measurement |
| Speed | Up to 750 mm/s (grayscale), 250 mm/s (color) |
| 3D scanning | Yes – for surface texture capture |
| Housing | Compact (180 mm × 110 mm), IP54 dust proof, passive cooling |
| Environment | Operation up to 40 °C (100 °F), no derating |
| Technology | Camera boxes with CCD reduction sensor |
|---|---|
| Scanning width | 305 mm (12″) to 1220 mm (48″) |
| Focal depth | Up to 5 mm |
| Focal point | 26 mm above protective glass |
| Lighting | White LED, CRI >95 – ideal for color measurement |
| Speed | Up to 500 mm/s (color), depending on 300–600 dpi |
| 3D scanning | Yes – for surface texture capture |
| Housing | 200 mm x 160 mm, IP54 dust proof, passive cooling |
| Environment | Operation up to 40 °C (100 °F), no derating |
| Technology | Camera box with CCD reduction sensor |
|---|---|
| Scanning width | 305 mm (12″) |
| Focal depth | Up to 5 mm |
| Focal point | 26 mm above protective glass |
| Lighting | White LED (CRI >95) + UVA (365 nm) + IR (850 nm) |
| Speed | Up to 500 mm/s (color), depending on resolution and wavelength |
| 3D scanning | Yes – for surface texture capture |
| Housing | 200 mm x 160 mm, IP54 dust proof, passive cooling |
| Environment | Operation up to 40 °C (100 °F), no derating |
AI Analysis
WideSCAN systems are not tied to a fixed controller. Instead, you can select the Scan2Net® computer that best suits your specific requirements – whether it’s based on scan width, performance needs, or network infrastructure. For systems wider than 60″, the high-performance model is required. For smaller systems, both options are available.
S2N-ITXPC-A
Intel quad core i3 Gen 8 CPU
240 GB SSD, 16GB Ram
1 Gigabit TCP/IP Network interface
S2N-ITXPC-A
Intel quad core i3 Gen 8 CPU
240 GB SSD, 16GB Ram
1 Gigabit TCP/IP Network interface
2.000€
S2N-ITXPC-1-B
Intel quad core i3 Gen 8 CPU
240 GB SSD, 64GB Ram
10 Gigabit TCP/IP Network interface
S2N-ITXPC-1-B
Intel quad core i3 Gen 8 CPU
240 GB SSD, 64GB Ram
10 Gigabit TCP/IP Network interface
2.800€
Tailored to your system
WideSCAN scan line bars are designed with perfect integration in mind. On request, we can customize the mechanical mounting and connection points to fit seamlessly into your specific machine or production environment—quickly and cost-effectively.
Get in touch with us to discuss your requirements and find the best configuration for your setup.
WideSCAN models at a glance
↓ CIS Technology / 12 – 48 inches
Product
Technology
Width
Speed
WIDESCAN-12
CIS, single line scan bar
12″ / 305mm
1500mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL
WIDESCAN-24
CIS, single line scan bar
24″ / 610mm
1500mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL
WIDESCAN-36
CIS, single line scan bar
36″ / 915mm
1500mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL
WIDESCAN-48
CIS, single line scan bar
48″ / 1220mm
1500mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL
↓ CIS Technology / 60 – 120 inches
Product
Technology
Width
Speed
WIDESCAN-60
CIS, line scan bar module
60″ / 1525mm
750mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL
WIDESCAN-72
CIS, line scan bar module
72″ / 1830mm
750mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL
WIDESCAN-84
CIS, line scan bar module
84″ / 2135mm
750mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL
WIDESCAN-96
CIS, line scan bar module
96″ / 2440mm
500mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL
WIDESCAN-108
CIS, line scan bar module
108″ / 2745mm
500mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL
WIDESCAN-120
CIS, line scan bar module
120″ / 3050mm
500mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL
↓ CCD Technology
Product
Technology
Width
Speed
WIDESCAN-12-CCD
CCD, RGB camera box
12″ / 305mm
500mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL
WIDESCAN-12-CCD-UVIR
CCD, multispectral camera box
12″ / 305mm
500mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL, UV, IR
WIDESCAN-24-CCD
CCD, RGB camera box
24″ / 610mm
500mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL
WIDESCAN-36-CCD
CCD, RGB camera box
36″ / 915mm
500mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL
WIDESCAN-48-CCD
CCD, RGB camera box
48″ / 1220mm
500mm/s @ (300dpi gray)
VIS, BL
*) VIS = visible light, BL = blue light, UV = ultraviolet light, IR = infrared light
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Support & Downloads
Documentation
Brochures
Firmware
specifications
Media
Fact Sheets
Service Videos
Manuals
Language
File Formate
Release Date
Technical Specifications
09/2024
Catalogs
Image Access Product Catalog
01/2026
Fact Sheets
Language
Format
Date
Fact Sheet WideSCAN (Coming soon)
Document
Scan Width WideSCAN 12
7.344 pixels, 310mm, 12,2 inch, optical active scan width
Scan Width WideSCAN 24
14.544 pixels, 615mm, 24,2 inch optical active scan width
Scan Width WideSCAN 36
21.744 pixels, 920mm, 36,2 inch optical active scan width
Scan Width WideSCAN 48
28.944 pixels, 1.225mm, 48,2 inch optical active scan width
Output
Pixel Dimension
42,3 x 42,3 µm
Color Depth
48 bit color, 16 bit grayscale
Scan Output
24 bit color, 8 bit color indexed, 8 bit grayscale, bitonal, enhanced halftone
Technical Specifications
Light Source
Two lines with high quality RGB LEDs and optical diffusors
Warm-up Time
None
Temperature Dependency
Neglectable
UV / IR Emission
None
Lamp Lifetime
50,000 hours typ.
Lamps are covered by the optional Extended Warranty Option
Product Pictures
High resolution PNG files with transparent background
Videos
Logos
Certificates
Language
Format
Date
We offer videos for remote training from certified service technicians. These can be found in our Customer Service Portal.