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AP-5100T-CXPA

Apex Series
AP-5100T-CXPA
3-CMOS prism-based area scan camera

The Apex AP-5100T-CXPA is a high-resolution, 3-CMOS RGB prism-based industrial area scan camera that delivers 3 × 5.1 megapixels at 75 frames per second.
Designed for applications where color precision is critical, it provides superior color fidelity and spatial resolution compared to traditional Bayer-based cameras. Ideal for demanding machine vision tasks—including display inspection, PCB, MLCC, and electronic component inspection, as well as food and pharmaceutical quality control, the AP-5100T-CXP ensures best-in-class color differentiation and image accuracy.

Exceptionally accurate color image data

Using a special prism-based imaging technique, the incoming light is separated into red, green and blue wavelengths, captured by three precisely aligned CMOS sensors. The camera delivers images with better color accuracy and spatial precision than traditional color cameras using the Bayer mosaic technique.

Minimal color crosstalk between R-G-B colors

The AP-5100T-CXPA camera uses precision-engineered hard dichroic filters on the prism with steep spectral cutoffs to direct pure red, green, and blue wavelengths to the three dedicated sensors. This precise separation nearly eliminates color crosstalk, delivering truer, more saturated colors and revealing even the finest visual details.

High resolution combined with high frame rate

The AP-5100T-CXPA is built around three Pregius IMX548 backside illuminated sensors. Combined with a CoaXPress interface this machine vision camera can output as much as 3 x 5.1 megapixels at 75 frames/second in full resolution, providing both color clarity and speed for demanding machine vision applications.

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Features

3-CMOS prism-based R-G-B camera.
3 x IMX548 Pregius sensors with backside illuminated pixel technology.
True raw image data (Red, Green and Blue).
CoaXPress 2.0 – CXP-12 interface with all standard functionalities including trigger over CXP.
Analog gain and exposure setting for each individual R-G-B channel.
Xscale sub-pixel scaling to meet specific requirements for pixel size, sensitivity and resolution.
In-camera lateral chromatic aberration correction, enabling the adjustment of magnification for each channel independently
Flexible color space conversion. (RGB to HIS, CIE XYZ, sRGB and Adobe RGB.
Pixel binning (2x1, 1x2 and 2x2).
Single and Multi-Region-of-Interest (ROI).
Shading correction on ROI.
Automatic level control.
Sequencer control function to capture multiple exposures with different camera settings.
Flexible opto I/O for Complex Triggering Scenarios. (Four opto inputs and four opto outputs).
Color temperature presets.
Color enhancer tool.
Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) mode.
Robust and compact design (Shock 50G/Vibration 3G).

Specifications

Product Line

Apex Series

Model

AP-5100T-CXPA

Type

Area Scan

Color / Mono

Color

Light Spectrum

Visible

Resolution

5.1 MP

Resolution WxH

2472 x 2064 px

Frame rate / Line rate

75 fps

ROI

Yes

Interface

CoaXPress-1-Lane (PoCXP)

Sensors

3xCMOS RGB

Sensor Name

IMX548 Pregius S

Optical Format

1/1.8 inch

Cell Size WxH

2.74 x 2.74 µm

Shutter type

Global shutter

Sensor Diagonal

8.8 mm

Active Sensor Dimensions WxH

6.77 x 5.66 mm

Camera Dimensions HxWxL

54 x 54 x 74 mm

Weight

0 g

Video Output

8/10/12-bit (RGB) *

Lens Mount

C-mount

Power Consumption

0 Watt

Operating Temperature (ambient)

-5°C to +45°C

* Some video processing functions not available with 12-bit output

Downloads

Manual & datasheet

GPIO 12-pin Input/Output connector

GPIO & Power 12-pin Input/Output female connector and cord with flying leads. (LKK-IO-12PF-DM)

Connector type end A: 12-pin female Straight (Hirose equivalent).
Connector type end B: Flying leads.

Item number:

31017462: GPIO12p FemFlyingLeads 0.5m LKK-IO-12PF-0.5 (0.5 meter cable)

31017440: GPIO12p FemFlyingLeads 2m, LKK-IO-12PF-02 (2 meter cable).

31017441: GPIO12p FemFlyingLeads 5m, LKK-IO-12PF-05 (5 meter cable).

31017442: GPIO12p FemFlyingLeads 10m, LKK-IO-12PF-10 (10 meter cable).

Note: This item can ONLY be ordered in connection with the camera.(Not available for stand alone orders)

Download datasheet

Power supply unit with 12-pin connector cable

Power supply unit with 12-pin female connector cable - without power cord.
(LKK-PSU-12PF-1.25)

Hirose equivalent connector with cable length of 1.25 meters.

Item number - Power Supply:

31017431: PSU 12-pin 1.25m LKK-PSU-12PF-1.25 (1.25 meter cable length)

Download datasheet

If you plan to include a power supply when ordering our cameras, please remember to also order the appropriate power cord for the power supply.
(Power cords are sold separately from the power supply).

Item numbers - Power Cords:

31017432 (US/Japan): CordPSUTypeA(USJP)1.2m LKK-PSU-PWR-A-1.2 (1.2 meter cable lenght).

31017433 (China): CordPSUTypeI(CN) 1.2m LKK-PSU-PWR-I-1.2 (1.2 meter cable lenght).

31017434 (Europe/Korea): CordPSUTypeC(Euro) 1.5m LKK-PSU-PWR-C-1.5 (1.5 meter cable lenght).

Note: Power supply item and power cords item can ONLY be order in connection with the camera (Not available for stand alone orders).

AUX 6-pin Input/Output connector

AUX 6-pin Input/Output male connector and cord with flying leads.
(LKK-IO-6PM-DM)

Hirose equivalent connector

Item numbers:
31017443: AUX6p MaleFlyingLeads 2m LKK-IO-6PM-02 (2 meter cable length).

31017421: AUX6p MaleFlyingLeads 5m LKK-IO-6PM-05 (5 meter cable length)

Note: This item can ONLY be order in connection with the camera (Not available for stand alone orders).

Download datasheet

CoaXPress CXP6 data cable (Micro BNC to DIN)

High flex CoaXPress CXP6 data cable - Micro BNC to DIN.
(LKK-CXP-HDBNC-DIN-H-03)

Item number:
31017426: CXP6MicBNCDIN 3m LKK-CXP-HDBNC-DIN-H-03 (3 meter cable length)

Note: This item can ONLY be order in connection with the camera (Not available for stand alone orders).

Download datasheet

CoaXPress CXP12 data cable (Micro BNC to Micro BNC)

High flex CoaXPress CXP12 data cable - Micro BNC to Micro BNC.
(LKK-CXP-HDBNC-HDBNC-H-DM)

Item number:
31017427: CXP12MBNCMBNC3m LKK-CXP-HDBNC-HDBNC-H-03 (3 meter cable length)

Note: This item can ONLY be order in connection with the camera (Not available for stand alone orders).

Download datasheet

Prism-optimized lens series

JAI's prism-optimized lenses feature special designs to fit with multi-waveband cameras so that you can reap the full benefits of the prism technology. JAI's prism-optimized lenses deliver the sharp, high quality images you rely on from your prism-based camera.

For more information on lenses available for the specific camera model, please download our Lens Brochure.

Accessory Prism Optimized Lenses 370x285px

Typical applications

The AP-5100T-CXPA is dedicated color-critical imaging and inspection tasks in machine vision such as display inspection, electrical components & PCB inspection, food inspection, pharmaceutical quality control plus a range of other industrial vision applications that require best-in-class color differentiation.

Display inspection

The RGB channel separation enables simultaneous inspection of red, green, and blue subpixels for brightness, uniformity, and dead pixel detection, with no leakage between channels avoiding critical measurement errors.

Electrical component and PCB inspection

Capture multiple inspection images — such as solder joint integrity, silkscreen alignment, and component presence — in a single pass using different lighting per channel, increasing throughput while reducing camera count and saving system space.

Food inspection

Prism-based separation eliminates color crosstalk, allowing precise grading of subtle ripeness and defect colors in fruits, vegetables, eggs, and meat — even under mixed illumination.

Pharmaceutical quality control

Low crosstalk imaging isolates true color differences in ampoules, capsules, and multi-layer tablets, improving detection of coating variations or contamination where Bayer sensors can be misled by color bleed.

Semiconductor and wafer inspection

Minimal spectral overlap allows the use of multiple illumination types (such as dark field, bright field, and backlight) or different wavelengths at the same time without channel contamination, enabling more detailed and efficient defect detection in wafers and microstructures.

Print inspection

Resolve ink separations with exceptional precision for raster offset detection and accurate sampling of registration marks or color control patches, ensuring print quality and consistency.

Automotive inspection

By capturing pure RGB channels, prism sensors accurately measure paint shades and LED colors without contamination from nearby wavelengths, ensuring reliable results under diverse lighting conditions.

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