Product Overview

The Hikrobot MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH is a high-resolution monochrome area scan industrial camera designed for demanding machine vision and automated inspection applications. With a 5120 * 5120 pixel resolution, global shutter imaging, and a CoaXPress CXP-12 interface, the camera is designed for vision systems that require detailed image acquisition together with high-speed data transmission.

As part of the Hikrobot CH Series, the MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH is positioned for high-precision machine vision applications where conventional lower-resolution cameras may not provide sufficient image detail.

The camera uses a Gpixel GMAX0505 CMOS sensor with a 1.1-inch sensor format and 2.5 μm pixel size. Its monochrome imaging architecture makes it suitable for inspection tasks where grayscale contrast, fine structures, edges, surface features, and spatial detail are more important than color classification.

A typical machine vision architecture can be organized as:

Industrial Camera → C-Mount Lens → Industrial Lighting → CoaXPress Frame Grabber → Industrial PC → Vision Software → PLC / Robot

In this architecture, the MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH provides high-resolution image acquisition, while the lens, lighting, processing hardware, software, and machine-control components work together to complete the inspection process.

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Key Specifications

Specifications should be confirmed against the latest Hikrobot manufacturer documentation before final system design or procurement. Critical parameters can vary between product revisions and configurations.

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25MP High-Resolution Imaging for Machine Vision

One of the defining characteristics of the MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH is its 25MP-class resolution.

With 5120 * 5120 pixels available for image acquisition, the camera can capture a large amount of spatial information from an inspection target. This is particularly relevant when the application involves small features, fine edges, surface defects, or detailed component structures.

A high-resolution industrial camera can be considered for applications such as:

• Fine-feature inspection
• Surface defect detection
• Precision component inspection
• Edge and contour inspection
• Electronic component inspection
• Panel inspection
• Mechanical component inspection
• Automated visual quality control

However, camera resolution should not be considered independently.

The final inspection capability depends on the complete optical and imaging system:

Resolution + Lens + Field of View + Working Distance + Lighting + Processing Algorithm

A 25MP machine vision camera cannot automatically provide 25MP-level useful detail if the lens cannot adequately resolve the required features.

For this reason, engineers should evaluate the camera and optical system together when designing a high-resolution inspection application.

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5120 * 5120 Resolution for Detailed Inspection

The 5120 * 5120 image format provides a square high-resolution acquisition area.

This can be useful for inspection targets where the required Field of View has substantial spatial detail in both image dimensions.

Potential applications include:

Electronic Component Inspection

Fine structures on electronic components, connectors, and assemblies can require high spatial resolution to distinguish edges, patterns, and surface characteristics.

Precision Mechanical Inspection

Mechanical parts may require inspection of contours, holes, edges, surface defects, or dimensional features.

Panel and Flat-Surface Inspection

High-resolution imaging can support the inspection of large flat surfaces for visible defects, patterns, positioning, and appearance characteristics.

The actual suitability depends on the relationship between sensor resolution and the physical Field of View.

For example:

5120 Pixels Across the Sensor ÷ Physical Field of View = Approximate Pixel Density

Engineers can use this relationship as an initial consideration when determining whether a 25MP area scan camera can provide enough pixels across the inspection feature.

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Gpixel GMAX0505 Sensor and 2.5 μm Pixel Size

The MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH uses a Gpixel GMAX0505 CMOS sensor with a 2.5 μm pixel size.

Pixel size is an important parameter in high-resolution machine vision because it directly relates to how the sensor samples the optical image.

A smaller pixel pitch can allow more pixels to be placed within a given sensor area, supporting high-resolution imaging.

At the system level, however, pixel size must be evaluated together with lens performance.

The engineering relationship can be summarized as:

Pixel Size → Optical Sampling → Image Detail → Inspection Result

A high-resolution sensor therefore requires an optical system that can deliver sufficient detail to the sensor.

When selecting a lens, engineers should evaluate:

• Sensor coverage
• Optical resolution
• Field of View
• Working Distance
• Magnification
• Distortion
• Depth of Field

This is particularly important when using a 25MP industrial camera for precision inspection.

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Global Shutter for Moving Objects

The MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH uses global shutter imaging.

Global shutter technology is highly relevant to industrial machine vision because many inspection targets are moving during image acquisition.

A typical acquisition process can be represented as:

Moving Object → Trigger → Exposure → Global Image Capture → Image Processing

Global shutter captures the image without the row-by-row exposure behavior associated with rolling shutter architectures.

This can help reduce motion-related geometric distortion when inspecting moving targets.

Potential applications include:

• Conveyor inspection
• Automated assembly
• Moving mechanical components
• Robotics
• High-speed inspection
• Factory automation

Global shutter does not eliminate every source of motion blur. Exposure time, object velocity, lighting intensity, trigger timing, lens selection, and mechanical vibration still need to be considered.

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Approximately 41.3 fps High-Speed Image Acquisition

The MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH combines its 25MP-class resolution with a maximum frame rate of approximately 41.3 fps.

This combination is relevant for machine vision systems that need detailed images while maintaining a relatively high acquisition rate.

Potential applications include:

• Moving production lines
• Automated inspection
• Precision manufacturing
• Conveyor-based inspection
• Electronic component inspection
• Surface inspection

It is important to distinguish camera frame rate from production throughput.

A camera operating at approximately 41.3 fps does not automatically mean that a machine can inspect 41.3 products per second.

Actual production throughput depends on:

• Trigger frequency
• Exposure time
• Object spacing
• Image transfer
• Frame-grabber performance
• Image-processing time
• Inspection algorithm
• PLC response
• Mechanical cycle time

The complete inspection cycle should therefore be evaluated during system design.

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CoaXPress CXP-12 for High-Bandwidth Image Transmission

The MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH uses a CoaXPress CXP-12 interface, making the camera suitable for high-bandwidth machine vision architectures.

A typical configuration is:

MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH → CoaXPress CXP-12 → Frame Grabber → Industrial PC → Vision Software

High-resolution image acquisition creates substantial data requirements. A suitable high-speed interface and frame grabber are therefore important parts of the complete vision system.

CoaXPress can be considered when the application requires:

• High-speed image acquisition
• High-resolution image transmission
• Dedicated frame-grabber architecture
• Industrial PC processing
• Deterministic machine vision integration

The frame grabber must be selected according to the camera's specific CoaXPress configuration and the requirements of the vision-processing system.

The CoaXPress architecture should not be confused with USB3.0, GigE Vision, or 10GigE interfaces.

For procurement, engineers should verify:

• CXP configuration
• Compatible frame grabber
• Required cables
• PC interface architecture
• Software compatibility
• Number of cameras
• Total system bandwidth

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Monochrome Imaging for Precision Inspection

The MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH is a monochrome industrial camera.

Monochrome cameras are frequently considered for applications where grayscale intensity and spatial information are more important than color identification.

Typical machine vision tasks include:

Surface Inspection

Grayscale images can provide useful contrast for detecting scratches, marks, texture variations, and other visible surface characteristics.

Edge Detection

High-resolution monochrome imaging can provide detailed edge information for contour and geometry analysis.

Pattern Inspection

Monochrome imaging can support pattern matching and other grayscale-based inspection methods.

Precision Component Inspection

Small mechanical or electronic features can benefit from high-resolution image acquisition when the optical system and lighting are correctly configured.

Monochrome should not automatically be considered superior to color. If the inspection decision depends on distinguishing different colors, a color industrial camera may be more appropriate.

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C-Mount Lens Integration

The MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH uses a C-Mount lens interface.

Lens selection is one of the most important steps when building a 25MP machine vision system.

Engineers should first determine:

• Object size
• Field of View
• Working Distance
• Required resolution
• Minimum defect size
• Mounting limitations

The appropriate lens can then be selected according to the sensor format and optical requirements.

A useful design principle is:

Camera Resolution ≠ Optical Resolution

A 25MP sensor only provides meaningful high-resolution information when the lens can resolve the required image details.

Lighting must also be considered at the same time. A high-resolution camera with inadequate illumination may still produce an image that is unsuitable for reliable inspection.

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Industrial Machine Vision System Architecture

A practical high-resolution inspection system can include:

MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH

• C-Mount Lens
• Industrial Lighting
• CoaXPress Frame Grabber
• Industrial PC
• Vision Software
• PLC / Robot

Industrial Camera

The camera captures the high-resolution monochrome image.

C-Mount Lens

The lens determines optical coverage, Field of View, magnification, and image detail.

Industrial Lighting

Lighting establishes contrast between the inspection feature and its background.

Possible lighting approaches may include:

• Ring lighting
• Bar lighting
• Backlighting
• Coaxial lighting

The correct configuration depends on the surface and inspection geometry.

CoaXPress Frame Grabber

The frame grabber receives image data from the camera and provides the acquisition interface to the industrial PC.

Industrial PC

The industrial computer performs image acquisition, processing, storage, and communication with the automation system.

Vision Software

Vision software analyzes the captured image and determines whether the inspection criteria are satisfied.

PLC or Robot

The machine-control system can use the inspection result to coordinate production actions such as positioning, sorting, rejection, or subsequent assembly.

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High-Resolution Inspection Case Scenario

Consider a precision manufacturing line where components move through an automated inspection station.

The existing inspection camera provides insufficient image detail for smaller visual features. The engineering team therefore evaluates a higher-resolution camera while maintaining a relatively high acquisition rate.

A possible solution architecture is:

MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH + C-Mount Lens + Industrial Lighting + CoaXPress Frame Grabber + Industrial PC + Vision Software + PLC

The workflow can operate as follows:

1. A component enters the inspection area.
2. A trigger signal synchronizes image acquisition.
3. The global shutter captures the moving component.
4. The camera acquires a 5120 * 5120 monochrome image.
5. Image data is transmitted through the CoaXPress CXP-12 interface.
6. The frame grabber transfers the image to the industrial PC.
7. Vision software analyzes the required inspection features.
8. The inspection result is communicated to the machine-control layer.
9. The PLC or robot performs the next production action.

This architecture illustrates how a 25MP CoaXPress industrial camera can function as part of an automated high-resolution inspection system.

It should be treated as an engineering scenario rather than a claim about a specific customer installation or measured production improvement.

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Applications of the MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH

Electronics Inspection

The camera can be evaluated for applications involving:

• PCB inspection
• Connector inspection
• Electronic component inspection
• Assembly verification
• Fine-feature inspection

Semiconductor and Precision Component Inspection

Potential applications include:

• Surface inspection
• Fine-feature inspection
• Component positioning
• Appearance inspection
• Precision visual inspection

The exact semiconductor process should be evaluated according to the optical and system requirements.

New Energy Manufacturing

High-resolution machine vision can be considered for:

• Battery component inspection
• Precision component inspection
• Assembly verification
• Surface inspection

The camera should be evaluated according to the specific production process rather than assumed to be suitable for every battery manufacturing application.

Precision Mechanical Manufacturing

Potential applications include:

• Surface defect detection
• Edge inspection
• Contour inspection
• Dimensional verification
• Component inspection

Panel and Flat-Surface Inspection

The 5120 * 5120 resolution can be considered for:

• Surface inspection
• Pattern inspection
• Position verification
• Appearance inspection

Automated Production Lines

The camera can form part of automated systems for:

• Conveyor inspection
• Object positioning
• Quality control
• Automated reject systems
• Production monitoring

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How to Select the MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH for Your Vision System

Before purchasing a 25MP industrial camera, engineers should evaluate the entire machine vision application.

1. Determine the Required Resolution

Start with the smallest feature or defect that needs to be inspected.

Consider:

• Minimum defect size
• Field of View
• Pixels per feature
• Inspection tolerance

2. Calculate the Required Frame Rate

Consider:

• Object velocity
• Trigger frequency
• Object spacing
• Inspection cycle
• Image-processing time

3. Evaluate the Interface

For a CoaXPress camera, confirm:

• Compatible frame grabber
• CXP configuration
• PC architecture
• Data bandwidth
• Software support

4. Select the Lens

Verify:

• C-Mount compatibility
• Sensor coverage
• Field of View
• Working Distance
• Optical resolution
• Distortion

5. Design the Lighting

Evaluate:

• Surface reflectivity
• Defect characteristics
• Required contrast
• Inspection geometry

6. Select the Industrial PC

Check:

• Frame-grabber compatibility
• CPU performance
• Memory
• Storage
• Vision software requirements
• Number of cameras

7. Evaluate Total System Cost

The machine vision system may include:

• Camera
• Lens
• Lighting
• Frame grabber
• Industrial PC
• Vision software
• Cabling
• Installation
• Maintenance

The lowest camera purchase price does not always mean the lowest machine vision system cost.

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Why Hikrobot for Machine Vision Applications?

Hikrobot provides a machine vision product portfolio covering areas such as:

• Industrial Cameras
• Smart Cameras
• Code Readers
• 3D Vision
• Vision Components
• Machine Vision Software

The CH Series is designed for high-end area scan machine vision applications, with different models covering different resolutions, sensor technologies, interfaces, and system requirements.

For engineers and system integrators, this type of product portfolio allows camera selection to be based on the application rather than forcing every project into the same camera architecture.

For applications requiring high-resolution monochrome imaging, global shutter capture, and CoaXPress-based data transmission, the MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH can be evaluated as an image acquisition component within the complete vision system.

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Engineering Considerations Before Procurement

Before integrating the MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH into a production machine, procurement and engineering teams should confirm:

• Exact product revision
• Current sensor specification
• Resolution
• Maximum frame rate
• CoaXPress configuration
• Compatible frame grabber
• C-Mount lens compatibility
• Field of View
• Working Distance
• Lighting requirements
• Industrial PC requirements
• Vision software compatibility
• Operating environment
• Power requirements
• Certifications
• Product availability

Critical specifications should always be confirmed against the latest Hikrobot documentation before final system design or procurement.

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Conclusion

The Hikrobot MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH is a high-resolution monochrome area scan industrial camera designed for demanding machine vision applications. Its combination of 5120 * 5120 resolution, approximately 25MP image acquisition, global shutter imaging, Gpixel GMAX0505 sensor technology, C-Mount optics, and CoaXPress CXP-12 connectivity makes it suitable for evaluation in high-detail industrial inspection systems.

Its value is not simply the number of pixels. A successful machine vision system requires the camera to work together with the lens, lighting, frame grabber, industrial PC, vision software, and machine-control system.

For applications involving fine image details, precision components, surface inspection, electronics, panels, or automated quality control, the MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH provides a high-resolution image acquisition platform that can be integrated into a broader industrial vision architecture.

The engineering principle is:

25MP High-Resolution Imaging
→ Global Shutter Capture
→ CoaXPress CXP-12 Transmission
→ Industrial PC Processing
→ Automated Vision Inspection
→ Quality Control
→ Factory Automation

The final camera selection should always be based on the complete application requirements and verified against the latest manufacturer documentation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hikrobot MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH?

The Hikrobot MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH is a high-resolution monochrome area scan industrial camera designed for machine vision and automated inspection applications.

What resolution does the MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH provide?

The camera provides a 5120 * 5120 pixel image resolution, corresponding to approximately 25MP.

What sensor does the MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH use?

The camera uses a Gpixel GMAX0505 CMOS sensor with a 1.1-inch sensor format and 2.5 μm pixel size.

Is the MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH a global shutter camera?

Yes. The MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH uses a global shutter architecture, making it suitable for machine vision applications involving moving inspection targets.

What interface does the MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH use?

The camera uses a CoaXPress CXP-12 image-data interface and should be integrated with a compatible CoaXPress frame grabber.

What applications are suitable for a 25MP CoaXPress camera?

Potential applications include high-resolution surface inspection, electronics inspection, precision component inspection, panel inspection, mechanical inspection, and automated quality control.

How should a lens be selected for the MV-CH250-90Y1M-NH?

The lens should be selected according to the camera's sensor format, Field of View, Working Distance, required magnification, optical resolution, and inspection target. C-Mount compatibility should also be confirmed.