3M Industrial Camera Cable Assemblies for Machine Vision
Choosing the right camera cable assembly for machine vision requires options that can fit a variety of specifications and applications. 3M™ Industrial Camera Cable Assemblies for Machine Vision have been engineered to ensure seamless connectivity while supporting optimal imaging system performance for industrial machine applications (Figure1). They include the necessary connectors, power cables, trigger cables, and extension cables, and they are available for the three most common industry standards (USB3® Vision, Camera Link, CoaXPress). This white paper presents a review of the key considerations for choosing a cable assembly, followed by a discussion of 3M solutions and a brief discussion of the most common applications.

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3M™ Electronic Products designs, manufactures and markets innovative solutions for the electrical, electronics, and communications industries. It provides reliable and effective solutions to interconnect problems faced by electronic equipment manufacturers and assemblers worldwide. With a large selection of products, the Interconnect Solutions Division can supply a solution for virtually any electronic application.

A diversified technology company, 3M has a worldwide presence in several markets, including OEM (electrical and electronics), consumer electronics, telecommunications, computers, and peripherals, as well as the aerospace, military, automotive, and medical markets. Their products are backed by service such as just-in-time delivery, centralized order entry, strict quality control and broad distribution.

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About Powell Electronics
Harold PowellPowell Electronics is among the largest distributors of electronic components and value-added services. Our focus and expertise include electronic connectors, switches, sensors, and related electro-mechanical products. For over 75 years, we have brought a unique sense of purpose and vision to electronics distribution.

Our company was founded in 1946 by Harold H. Powell, who was a Navy electronics technician during World War II. After the war, Harold started selling components from his garage in response to the burgeoning post-war demand for electronic parts. Since then, the company has established an unbroken record of success as a specialty components distributor.

Today, we are a national company with a global reach, representing the most respected manufacturers. We employ a staff of over 200 people at 11 U.S. locations and utilize state-of-the-art technology. We supply all industries, especially companies servicing key market sectors, including

• Military/Aerospace
• Telecommunications
• Transportation
• Medical Imaging and Instrumentation
• The United States Government

Still a family-owned company, Powell Electronics continues to be guided by our founding principles of honesty, integrity, and ethical dealings, plus a sense of urgency for meeting our customers' needs