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This section provides an overview for camera link cables as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 5 camera link cable manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked camera link cable companies as of December, 2024: 1.Phrontier Technologies, 2.Cicoil, 3.Basler.
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A camera link cable adheres to the Camera Link standard, which specifies the connection between industrial digital cameras and image input boards (frame grabbers) embedded in PCs. Developed in 2000 by the Automated Imaging Association (AIA), this standard was the first to define connections for industrial digital cameras and frame grabbers, and it remains widely used.
These cameras, primarily integrated into manufacturing equipment and controlled by devices like PCs, require specific cables for connectivity. PCs generally use Camera Link-compatible frame grabbers installed in expansion slots, as built-in interfaces for Camera Link are uncommon. Other standards for connecting industrial digital cameras to PCs include CoaXPress and USB3Vision.
Camera link cables are specialized for connections between Camera Link-compatible devices, including industrial digital cameras, frame grabbers, and Camera Link repeaters, splitters, and multiplexers.
Camera Link is based on National Semiconductor's Channel Link technology, initially developed for flat-panel displays. It uses low voltage differential signaling (LVDS) for high-speed signal transmission, employing four sets of signal lines for transmitting data and controlling the camera. Camera Link transmits 28 bits of data with one clock, allocating 24 bits for video data, 3 bits for active signals, and 1 spare bit.
When choosing a Camera Link cable, consider the connectors at both ends of the cable, as they are integral to the cable and cannot be purchased separately. Variations include Power over Camera Link (PoCL) compliant cables, which also supply power to the camera, and compact connectors like SDR26pin, in addition to the standard MDR26pin. Cables designed for repeated bending, suitable for mounting on robot arms, are also available. Ensure compatibility with the camera and frame grabber connectors and select a product that fits the usage environment. Consult manufacturers or suppliers for guidance in selecting the appropriate cable.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Cicoil, established in 1956 and located in Valencia, California, United States, is a manufacturer and supplier of new flat cable and cable assembly solutions. The company's product range includes flat cables and cable assemblies designed to meet the diverse needs of industries such as aerospace, military, medical diagnostics and devices, and semiconductor manufacturing. The company’s history includes inventing the ribbon cable and pioneering the use of Flexx-Sil material. The company consistently delivers products that exceed expectations in performance and dependability, reflected in their accreditations including AS9100D with ISO 9001:2015.
HIRAKAWA HEWTECH CORP., founded in 1948 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in cables, electronic equipment, and medical equipment. The company's product portfolio includes high-speed cables, factory automation cables, optical converters, network equipment, and medical tubing. These products are utilized by various industries, including electronics, digital technology, information communication, broadcasting, and the medical sector. The company is ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 certified, with overseas subsidiaries in America, Mexico, Thailand, the Philippines, and Taiwan.
Basler AG (Basler Group), founded in 1988 and a subsidiary of Basler Beteiligungs-GmbH & Co. KG, is a German manufacturer headquartered in Ahrensburg, Schleswig-Holstein, specializing in imaging components for computer vision applications. The company’s diverse product portfolio includes computer vision hardware, such as acquisition cards, cables, cameras, lighting tools, and lenses. It also offers network and peripheral devices, related accessories, and software solutions. The company supplies various digital industrial cameras, such as area scan, line scan, and network cameras, for applications in factory automation systems and intelligent transportation systems (ITS), as well as in sectors like life sciences, medical, and retail.
Oki Electric Cable Co.,Ltd. was established in 1936 and is a manufacturer of telecommunications instrument based in Isesaki, Gunma, Japan. The company produces various communications devices such as high speed interface cables, wire harnesses, EDM wire, optical cables, and OKI cables. The products have been applied in various industries such as robotic, automobile, semiconductor manufacture, medical, and financial sectors. The company also involved in real estate business as one of the four major business operations.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phrontier Technologies |
20.0%
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| 2 | Cicoil |
20.0%
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| 3 | Basler |
20.0%
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| 4 | HIRAKAWA HEWTECH CORP. |
20.0%
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| 5 | Oki Electric Cable Co.,Ltd. |
20.0%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the camera link cable page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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United States of America
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1 | 33.3% |
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Japan
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1 | 33.3% |
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Germany
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1 | 33.3% |
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