Key Features
Integration with Cognex Vision Software
Frame Grabbers work well with VisionPro and VisionPro Deep Learning software, for real-time image analysis right when you need it. Whether you’re doing quality control, sorting, or inspection, this frictionless connection between hardware and software enables faster decisions and better results.
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Supported Models
Cognex Vision Software Supported Frame Grabbers
Cognex offers a range of frame grabbers that are fully compatible with VisionPro and VisionPro Deep Learning software:
Cards and Frame Grabbers
Cognex cards and frame grabbers connect industrial cameras to host PCs, delivering image acquisition and power across a range of GigE and CoaXPress interface types. Select models bundle VisionPro or Cognex Designer software licenses.
GigE Cards | ||||||||||
| Product ID | Description | Dimensions | Operating Temperature | Storage Temperature | Input Voltage | Input from Power Connector (4-pin) | PCI Express Type | Power Requirements | No. of Ports | PoE Output Voltage |
| CGE-GIE4-POE | Card with no software license, 4 port, PoE | 156.7 × 104.37 × 1.6 mm | -10– 55 °C (14–131 °F) | -40–70 °C (-40–158 °F) | PCI Slot | N/A | PCIe2.1 x4 | 2.736W (min) to 6.6W (max) | 4 | The single-port PoE output power consumption is up to 30W |
| CFG-8734-050 | Card with VisionPro Base | 145 × 110 mm | 0–60 °C (32–140 °F) (with air flow) | -20–80 °C (-4–176 °F) | 12 VDC | Max 6 A @ 12 VDC | PCI Express x4 | Power from PCIe slot (max. 20W PoE power output) 2.1A @ +12V 1.2A @ +3.3V Power from 4-pin Molex or 6-pin ATX power connector (max. 120W PoE power output) 10A @ +12V 1.2A @ +3.3V (from PCIe slot) | 4 | Max. 20W w/ PCIe slot Max. 120W w/ 4-pin Molex or 6-pin ATX power connector |
| CFG-8734-100 | Card with VisionPro Plus | |||||||||
| CFG-8734-200 | Card with VisionPro Max | |||||||||
| CFG-8734-MC-200 | Card with VisionPro Max, Multicam | |||||||||
| CFG-8734-CD-200 | Card with VisionPro Max and Cognex Designer | |||||||||
| CFG-8734-CD-MC-200 | Card with VisionPro Max and Cognex Designer, Multicam | |||||||||
| CFG-8734-CVL-200 | Card with CVL Max | |||||||||
| CFG-8734-200-EL | Card with VisionPro Max with Edge Learning Tools | |||||||||
| CFG-8734-CD-200-EL | Card with VisionPro Max and Cognex Designer with Edge Learning Tools | |||||||||
5GigE Frame Grabber | |
| Product ID | CFG-LPC34-5G-4 |
| Interface Standard | 5GBASE-T Ethernet |
| Dimensions | 156.7 × 104.4 mm |
| Operating Temperature | -10–60°C (14–140 °F) |
| Input from Power Connector | 12VDC ATX power jack input |
| Input from PCIe Slot | 12VDC direct from PCIe slot |
| Speed Supported | PCIe 3.0 × 4 |
| Port Connector | 5G/2.5G/1G/100M link speed |
| No. of Ports | RJ45 |
| PoE | 4 |
| Cable Requirement | Up to 30 W per port |
CXP-6 Frame Grabber | |
| Product ID | CFG-CPC38-YHB-4P |
| When to Choose | Cognex Cameras |
| Interface Standard | CXP-12 (CXP 2.0/1.1/1.0) |
| Dimensions | 168.6 × 68.9 × 21.6 mm |
| Operating Temperature | 0–50 °C (32–122 °F) |
| Storage | -20–60°C (-4–140 °F) |
| Input from PCIe Slot | 20W |
| Power-Over-CXP | Up to 13W/link (4 Links total 24W) |
| PCI Express Type | PCIe 3.0 × 8 Lanes |
| GenIcam Support | Yes |
| Connector Type | Micro BNC Connector |
| Connection mode | 1 to 4 CXP Links |
| No. of Ports | 4 |
| Max Speed supported | 50 Gbit/s (12.5 Gbit/s × 4) |
| Operation System | Windows 10/11/Server 2019(x64) |
10 GigE Frame Grabber | |
| Product ID | CFG-LP34-T-2 |
| Interface Standard | 10GBSAE-T |
| Dimensions | 68.7 × 157.4 × 1.6 mm |
| Operating Temperature | 0–55 °C (-32–131°F) |
| Input from PCIe Slot | 6.84 W (min) to 11.292 W (max) |
| PCI Express Type | PCIe v3.0 (8.0GT/s) x4; Compatible x8 x16 |
| Speed Supported | 100Mbps;1/2.5/5/10Gbps |
| Port Connector | RJ45 |
| No. of Ports | 2 |
| PoE | Non-PoE |
| Cable Requirement | CAT-5, CAT-6, CAT-6e, CAT-7 |
CXP-12 Frame Grabber | |
| Product ID | CFG-CPC38-YHB-4P |
| When to Choose | Cognex Cameras |
| Interface Standard | CXP-12 (CXP 2.0/1.1/1.0) |
| Dimensions | 168.6 × 68.9 × 21.6 mm |
| Operating Temperature | 0–50 °C (32–122 °F) |
| Storage | -20–60°C (-4–140 °F) |
| Input from PCIe Slot | 20W |
| Power-Over-CXP | Up to 13W/link (4 Links total 24W) |
| PCI Express Type | PCIe 3.0 × 8 Lanes |
| GenIcam Support | Yes |
| Connector Type | Micro BNC Connector |
| Connection mode | 1 to 4 CXP Links |
| No. of Ports | 4 |
| Max Speed supported | 50 Gbit/s (12.5 Gbit/s × 4) |
| Operation System | Windows 10/11/Server 2019(x64) |
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