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High-Speed
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M8 GPIO for Trigger and Sync.
640x480 @ 30FPS, 8.3m Max Range
High Accuracy with Sub-millimeter Precision
High EMC Immunity - IEC/EN 61000-6-2 Certified
Discover the Industrial Helios2 Time-of-Flight Camera
A Quick Look
See how the new Helios2+ and Helios2 compares to the original Helios. The Helios2+ is an advanced version of the Helios2 ToF camera offering two new key features enabling deployment in challenging environments, High Dynamic Range mode and High-Speed ToF mode, while retaining all other benefits of the Helios2. The High Dynamic Range mode fuses multiple exposures in the phase domain to provide accurate depth information in high contrast, complex scenes, containing both highly reflective and low reflectivity objects. The High-Speed mode enables depth perception using a single phase measurement to realize faster acquisition speed and higher framerate compatible with moving object perception at the expense of absolute accuracy and measuring distance range. Both HDR and High Speed modes are realized entirely with on-camera processing and will impair minimal changes on the vision systems back-end.
The Helios2+ shares the same ‘factory tough’ industrial platform with its predecessor and is 100% mechanically and electronically compatible with the Helios2 to offer a seamless upgrade path for existing customers.
| Helios2+ | Helios2 | Helios | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor: |  Sony IMX556PLR | Sony IMX556PLR | Sony IMX556PLR |
| Resolution: | 640 x 480 px, 0.3 MP | 640 x 480 px, 0.3 MP | 640 x 480 px, 0.3 MP |
| VCSEL Wavelength | 850 nm, Indoors | 850 nm, Indoors | 850 nm, Indoors |
| Working Distance: | 0.3 - 8.3 m (Normal, HDR) 0.3 - 2.5 m (High-Speed) | 0.3 - 8.3 m | 0.3 - 6.0 m |
| Precision (Depth Noise) @ 1 m: | 0.6 mm | 0.6 mm | 1.6 mm |
| Accuracy up to 1.5 m | ± 4.0 mm | ± 4.0 mm | ± 5.0 mm |
| Lens Field of View: | 69° x 51° | 69° x 51° | 59° x 45° |
| # of Operating Distance Modes: | 6 Modes (Normal) 5 Modes (HDR) 3 Modes (High-Speed) | 6 Modes | 2 Modes |
| # of Pixel Formats: | 10 | 8 | 8 |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) Mode? | Yes | No | No |
| High-Speed Mode? | Yes | No | No |
| Adjustable Starting Distance Point for Modes: | Yes | Yes | No |
| Dimensions: | 60 x 60 x 77.5 mm | 60 x 60 x 77.5 mm | 55 x 55 x 77.5 mm |
| Weight | 398 g | 398 g | 254 g |
| Frame Rate: | 30 FPS (Normal) 10 FPS (HDR) 103FPS (High-speed) | 30 FPS (All Distance Modes) | 30FPS (Near Mode) , 15FPS (Far Mode) |
| Exposure Presets: | HDR, Manual: 3 | 3 | 2 |
| IP67 Case: | Yes | Yes | No |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE): | Yes | Yes | No |
| "Flying Pixel" Filter: | Yes | Yes | No |
| Indoor Ambient Light Filter: | On-Camera & On-Sensor | On-Camera & On-Sensor | On-Sensor Only |
| Combine with other Helios Cameras? | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Combine with Color Camera for RGB Point Cloud? | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Helios Videos
The Helios2+ High Dynamic Range mode fuses multiple exposures in the phase domain to provide accurate depth information in high contrast, complex scenes, containing both highly reflective and low reflectivity objects.
The Helios2+ High-Speed mode enables depth perception using a single phase measurement to realize faster acquisition speed and higher framerates. This allows 3D imaging of moving objects without distortion at the expense of accuracy and distance range.
The Helios2+ High Dynamic Range mode fuses multiple exposures in the phase domain to provide accurate depth information in high contrast, complex scenes, containing both highly reflective and low reflectivity objects.
The Helios2 combines a factory tough design with exceptional 3D precision and accuracy into a compact IP67 machine vision camera. Featuring Sony’s IMX556PLR DepthSense sensor, users are able to stream 3D point clouds in real time for use in a variety of industrial applications. Learn what’s new in the Helios2 and how it compares to the original Helios in this video.
Watch our extended Bin Picking webinar and learn how to improve your point cloud for challenging objects such as shiny metals and plastics. See how changes in image accumulation, exposure, gain, confidence, and spatial filtering settings can increase point cloud quality with before and after image examples using our ArenaView GUI with Helios2 3D ToF Camera.
Interactive Helios2 Samples Files
Front of Car (HDR)
Distance of Helios2+ from Car: 1000 mm
Using “5m” Mode, HDR Standard
Heat Depth Color Overlay
Download PLY file (PLY, 3.1 MB)
Car Wheel / Side Panel (HDR)
Distance of Helios2+ from Wheel: 1000 mm
Using “5m” Mode, HDR Standard
Heat Depth Color Overlay
Download PLY file (PLY, 7.2 MB)
Medium Plant
Distance of Helios2 from boxes: 1m
Using “5m” Mode
Heat Depth Color Overlay
Download PLY file (ZIP, 2.8 MB)
Download Full Image (JPEG, 4.3 MB)
Wood, Plastic, Cardboard, Metal Parts
Distance of Helios2 from Objects: 1m
Using “5m” Mode
Heat Depth Color Overlay
Download PLY file (ZIP, 7.0 MB)
Download Full Image (JPEG, 9.1 MB)
Fruits in Plastic Box
Distance of Helios2 from boxes: 1m
Using “5m” Mode
Heat Depth Color Overlay
Download PLY file (ZIP, 889 KB)
Download Full Image (JPEG, 3.2 MB)
Small Plastic Pill Bottles in Box
Distance of Helios2 from boxes: 1m
Using “5m” Mode
Heat Depth Color Overlay
Download PLY file (1.1 MB)
Download Full Image (JPEG, 1.8 MB)
3 Plastic Detergents on Carpet
Distance of Helios2 from objects: 1m
Using “5m” Mode
Color Overlay (from Triton 3.2MP)
Download PLY file (3.1 MB)
Download Full Image (JPEG, 2.0 MB)
Paper, Plastic, Metal Objects on Carpet
Distance of Helios2 from boxes: 1m
Using “5m” Mode
Color Overlay (from Triton 3.2MP)
Download PLY file (6.0 MB)
Download Full Image (JPEG, 3.0 MB)
Factory Tough Design, 24/7 Industrial Operation
The Helios2 ToF camera is engineered for high performance operation in industrial environments. Built for demanding 24/7 environments and a variety of industrial 3D applications such as robotics, 3D inspection, and logistics, including advanced material handling, pick and place, sorting, palletization / de-palletization, volume estimation, and more.
Raising the Bar for Superior Time of Flight
The Helios2 architecture is engineered for the next generation of high-performance 3D ToF imaging, delivering sub-millimeter precision and improved accuracy compared to the previous Helios. The calibration between the VCSELs and sensor timing is enhanced resulting in more 3D detail, along with improved attention to edge detection to reduce flying pixels and overall noise. 3D calculations are done on-camera, reducing CPU load and freeing up host PC resources.
Fast Processing Directly on the Camera
By processing the data directly in the Helios2, you reduce the need for expensive host system components. The 3D coordinates, intensity and confidence data, are delivered directly from the camera. The point cloud data is generated in real time.
Easy 3D Controls
The Arena SDK includes easy to use controls for the Helios2 ToF camera. ArenaView allows for 2D and 3D views: 2D view allows one to see the intensity and depth of the scene from the camera’s perspective. 3D view displays a point cloud of the scene and allows users to manipulate the orientation in real-time. Additionally, settings can be changed in real-time such as false color overlay, depth range adjustments, out of range color settings and more.
Helios Time of Flight Models
Helios2+ 3D Camera Time of Flight
This Helios2+ camera model (P/N: HTP003S-001) offers 2 additional features over the original Helios2: High Dynamic Range (HDR) and High-Speed modes. It offers the same mechanical and robust design with IP67 protection, industry immunity standards, Power over Ethernet, and a working range of 8.3 m HTP003S: HDR and High-Speed Modes, 640 x 480 at 30 FPS, IP67, Gigabit Ethernet & PoE, Working Range: up to 8.3m
Helios2 3D Camera Time of Flight
This Helios2 camera model (P/N: HLT003S-001) offers improved accuracy and precision compared to the original Helios. In addition, it offers IP67 protection, higher industry immunity standards, Power over Ethernet, and a farther working range of 8.3 m HLT003S: 640 x 480 at 30 FPS, IP67, Gigabit Ethernet & PoE, Working Range: up to 8.3m
3D + RGB Kit
Our 3D + RGB IP67 Kit comes with everything you need to get started on creating stunning color point clouds. Get complete dust proof and water-resistant color 3D imaging and enjoy additional savings when you order this kit.
Helios Time-of-Flight ToF 3D Camera
This Helios camera model (P/N: HLS003S) is designed to connect to a host PC running Windows or Linux. Depth information is processed on the Helios ISP and transmitted over the Gigabit Ethernet connection. HLS003S: 640 x 480 at 30 FPS, Gigabit Ethernet, working distance: up to 6 m
Helios Embedded ToF Camera Module
This Helios Embedded model (P/N: HLS003S-001ETX2US1) is designed to be connected to a NVIDIA® Jetson TX2. The Helios Embedded camera module streams raw data via a MIPI connection. Depth information is processed on the Jetson TX2 using included Arena SDK. HLS003S-001ETX2US1: 640 x 480 at 30 FPS, MIPI Connection, Working Range: up to 6m
Visit HLS003S-001ETX2 Page for Detailed Specs