Empowering AOI with new embedded computer series

Cincoze has released the latest addition to the Rugged Computing - DIAMOND product line, the high-performance and PCIe expansion embedded computer (DS-1400 Series). Not only does it arrive equipped with a super high-performance CPU, but it also supports GPU cards via PCIe interfaces. Since its launch, it has become a main point in the AOI field and is an excellent option for edge AI computers.

In the past, the manufacturing industry often depended on manual inspection to assess production line yield, which could have been more efficient and prone to errors. The efficiency and accuracy of product inspection can be significantly improved by introducing AOI technology, thanks to powerful processing capabilities. As the core of the operation, the series can be equipped with an Intel 12th gen Alder Lake-S processor, offering up to 16 cores (8P + 8E), with support for up to 64GB of DDR5 memory at up to 4800MHz with ECC. It provides up to two PCI/PCIe expansion slots, one of which can support a maximum of 110W, with dimensions of 111mm x 235mm. The company's patented Adjustable PCIe Card Retainer (Patent No: I773359) ensures the series operates stably in industrial environments with continuous vibrations, accomplishing precise and rapid inspection efficiency.

As the main system of the AOI, the series must be able to connect to peripheral devices needed for AOI, such as high-speed cameras, lights, sensors, and displays. As well as native high-speed I/O (2× 1GbE LAN, 8× USB), the expansion area permits modular expansion using the company's exclusive modules, such as 10GbE LAN, M12 LAN, USB3.2, and PoE. Installing an optional Wi-Fi/4G module in the MiniPCIe slot enables wireless communications, allowing personnel to monitor production status and information remotely in real-time.

As part of the product line, the series continues the company's commitment to rugged security. As well as features such as wide temperature (-40C~70C), wide voltage (9-48V), overvoltage, overcurrent, and ESD protection, it also complies with the U.S. defence standard for shock and vibration resistance MIL-STD-810G. This demonstrates that the series can maintain stable and secure operations in demanding industrial environments for extended periods.