Keyence CA-H200C Environment-Resistant 2-Megapixel Color Camera

Description

• CA-H200C decoding:
  • CA​ = Camera (Keyence vision camera line — CA for CV/XG controllers; older “CV-” prefixed cameras were for CV-2000/3000/5000 legacy)
  • H​ = Environment-resistant (IP64, aluminum body, reinforced sealing — “H” for “Heavy”)
  • 200​ = 2-megapixel class (effective 1600×1200; also supports 1MP mode 1024×960)
  • C​ = Color CMOS (square pixel); “M” = Mono version (CA-H200M)
  • → CA-H200C = 2MP Color CMOS, environment-resistant (IP64), for CV-X / XG-X controllers
• Key differentiator: 7× / 16× high-speed readout modes​ — the “× speed” is relative to standard 30 fps baseline. 7× = 28.9 ms/frame (≈34.6 fps equivalent), 16× = 11.8 ms/frame (≈84.7 fps equivalent) at 2MP full res. This is achieved via digital serial transfer​ at 86 MHz (7×) / 198 MHz (16×) pixel clock — the camera head itself has NO GigE/USB; it talks a proprietary Keyence digital serial link​ over a camera cable (CA-CHxx series)​ to the CV-X/XG controller. Power + data + trigger all over that one cable from controller (12V DC typical, supplied by controller — camera is passive, no separate PSU).
• Lens mount: C-mount​ (standard industrial — any C-mount lens fits mechanically, BUT → to achieve the advertised IP64, you MUST use a Keyence-specified IP64-rated C-mount lens​ + Keyence environment-resistant camera cable (CA-CHxx-ER or similar). Bare CA-H200C + generic C-mount lens + generic cable = IP40-ish only. This is a common buyer trap — the “IP64” on the spec sheet has the “*3” footnote: “A KEYENCE-specified IP64-rated lens and environment-resistant cable must be used.”)
• ⚠️ Discontinuation / Migration Note: Keyence has been pushing the CA-HX200C​ as the newer replacement for CA-H200C — the “HX” adds LumiTrax™​ support (Keyence’s strobed-illumination technique that separates image from ambient in one shot — game-changer for shiny metrology). CA-HX200C is 1.92MP (still 1600×1200), 5µm cells (vs 4.5µm on H200C), 11.6ms @16×, and weighs 280g (vs 75g — HX has bigger body + LumiTrax drive). If you’re repairing existing CA-H200C system​ → buy CA-H200C (still available NOS / refurb). If new design​ → Keyence will steer you to CA-HX200C (or even CA-HX200M mono). Check your controller compatibility: CA-H200C works on CV-X100/X200/X400 + XG-X + XG-8000; CA-HX200C needs CV-X200/X400 or newer (HX = “High-performance” with LumiTrax).

Key Features

• Sensor: 2MP Color CMOS (1600×1200), square pixel, 4.5 µm cell — also 1MP mode (1024×960) for faster transfer
• Speed: 7× mode = 28.9 ms/frame (std); 16× mode = 11.8 ms/frame (high-speed) — digital serial at 86/198 MHz
• Environment: IP64 (with Keyence IP64 lens + ER cable), 0…+45°C, 75g (no lens) — aluminum alloy body
• Lens: C-mount (standard) — but IP64 only with Keyence-specified IP64 lens
• Interface: Proprietary Keyence digital serial to CV-X/XG controller (via CA-CHxx cable) — power+data+trigger over one cable, 12V from controller
• Shutter: Electronic, 0.05 ms – 9000 ms (1/15 … 1/20000 steps + fine numeric)
• Compatible Controllers: CV-X100 / CV-X200 / CV-X400 series; XG-X / XG-8000 series (verify: CA-H200C listed on XG-8000 page , CV-5000 page also had it but CV-5000 is legacy)
• Country of Origin: Japan / Malaysia / China (Keyence Corp.)

Technical Specifications (CA-H200C — 2MP Color, Environment-Resistant, for CV-X / XG)

⚠️ Critical Buyer Notes:

1. IP64 is conditional: Bare CA-H200C body is IP64-rated mechanically, but the lens mount C-threads break the seal​ — unless you use a Keyence IP64-specified C-mount lens​ (e.g., Keyence CA-LHE series lenses: CA-LHE16, CA-LHE25, CA-LHE35, CA-LHE50 — these have O-ring at mount) + Keyence environment-resistant camera cable (CA-CHxx with IP64 strain relief). Generic C-mount lens = IP40. This is the #1 mistake buyers make — “IP64 camera” arrives, they screw on a generic Computar/Fujinon C-mount, and wonder why it fogs in washdown. If you need true IP64 → budget for Keyence CA-LHE lens + CA-CHxx-ER cable.
2. CA-H200C vs CA-HX200C: CA-H200C is the “classic” 2MP color; CA-HX200C is the successor with LumiTrax™​ (strobe-sync for shiny part inspection — separates image from ambient in one frame). HX also has 5µm cells (vs 4.5), 1.92MP, and weighs 280g (vs 75g — HX body is larger). If your existing system is CA-H200C and a head died → replace with CA-H200C (NOS). If new specification → ask for CA-HX200C quote (but controller must support HX — CV-X200/X400 do; CV-X100 may need EC80 unit).
3. Controller Compatibility: CA-H200C works on CV-X100/200/400​ and XG-X / XG-8000. Does NOT work on old CV-3000/5000 head units (those used CV-2000/CV-3000 proprietary heads, different connector). Does NOT work standalone — MUST have Keyence CV-X or XG controller.
4. Cable length matters for 16× speed: At 198 MHz pixel clock (16× mode), the CA-CHxx cable length limit is shorter — Keyence specifies max cable length per speed mode (e.g., 16× may be limited to 10m or less; 7× can go 20m). Check Keyence cable length table before ordering 20m cable for 16×.

Warranty & After-Sales

• Factory new units: 12 months warranty
• Refurbished units: 3-6 months warranty (bench: connect to CV-X/XG controller via CA-CHxx cable → Keyence Vision Editor → live image → shutter adjust → 16× speed verify → trigger test)
• Technical support for:
  • CA-H200C vs CA-HX200C decision​ (existing repair → H200C NOS; new design → HX200C for LumiTrax — but confirm controller: CV-X100 needs EC80 for HX, CV-X200/400 native)
  • IP64 true-up​ (must pair with Keyence CA-LHE×× IP64 lens + CA-CHxx-ER environment-resistant cable — generic C-mount kills IP64; we can bundle lens+cable)
  • Cable length vs speed​ (16× mode @198 MHz → max cable length ~10m typically; 7× @86 MHz → 20m okay — verify Keyence cable table)
  • Controller compatibility check​ (CV-X100/X200/X400 / XG-X / XG-8000 all support CA-H200C; if you’re on CV-5000 legacy, CA-H200C also listed but CV-5000 is end-of-life — consider migrating to CV-X)
  • Vision Editor / XG dev-kit​ (programming: CV-X uses “Vision Editor” (intuitive flow + AI); XG-X uses “XG-X Vision Editor” (rule-based, C-like scripts) — head is same, controller differentiates)
  • Mono alternative​ (CA-H200M = same but mono — if your inspection is shape/edge/defect on non-color parts, mono gives better SNR at same exposure → consider H200M)
• Optional: Keyence IP64 C-mount lenses (CA-LHE16 / CA-LHE25 / CA-LHE35 / CA-LHE50), camera cables CA-CHxx (0.5/1/3/5/10/15/20m, standard & environment-resistant), controller (CV-X200 / CV-X400 if you need one), LED lighting (Keyence CA-D series / LumiTrax strobes if going HX route)

Delivery Time

• Standard delivery: 3-5 working days (stock NOS — CA-H200C still available NOS though HX is current)
• Express shipping available upon request

Why Choose Our Store

• Genuine Keyence CA-H200C — not gray-market (CMOS sensor calibration + digital serial PHY + 16× speed timing critical — clones/mismatched cables cause frame drop at 198 MHz)
• Global supply network with competitive pricing on Keyence CA-H / CA-HX camera heads + CV-X/XG controllers
• Expertise in Keyence vision system (CA-H200C vs HX200C migration, IP64 lens+cable true-up, CA-CHxx cable length vs 16× speed, controller compat CV-X100/200/400 + XG-X, mono vs color choice)
• Comprehensive technical documentation (CA-H200C dim dwg, CA-CHxx cable length table, IP64 lens LHE series cross, H200C vs HX200C spec diff)
• Responsive customer service and support

Applications

• Existing CV-X / XG-X System Repair: CA-H200C head died on production line (e.g., automotive parts inspection, electronics PCB AOI, pharma blister check) → drop-in NOS CA-H200C, same cable/controller/lens → 5-min swap, no reprogram (lens focus retained, controller job unchanged).
• Harsh Environment Inspection (IP64): Metal stamping / machining coolant splash / food washdown (light) / pharma — CA-H200C + Keyence CA-LHE IP64 lens + CA-CHxx-ER cable = true IP64, no external housing needed (saves space vs putting a CV-2000 head in a protective box). 75g light weight → easy to mount on robot wrist or compact fixture.
• High-Speed 16× Inspection: 11.8 ms/frame at 2MP — captures fast-moving parts on conveyor (bottle cap threads, tablet print, label register) where 30fps standard would motion-blur. 7× mode (28.9ms) still faster than 30fps, and easier on cable length.
• Color Inspection Needs: CA-H200C color — syrup grade color check, capsule color sort, label print RGB verify, cosmetic surface scratch (color contrast). If mono suffices → CA-H200M gives better edge SNR.
• Migration Path: If CA-H200C stock runs dry (Keyence is pushing HX), we can help cross to CA-HX200C — but need to confirm controller: CV-X100 needs “CA-EC80” expansion to accept HX; CV-X200/400 accept HX natively. XG-8000 → HX may need EC unit too.