Industrial
Seamless integration and rapid deployment
Both SICK sensingCam models integrate seamlessly into Industry 4.0 facilities, with compact, IP65-rated housings (57.5 mm × 49 mm × 33.6 mm, 120 g) that eliminate the need for external enclosures or additional protective casings. Their small footprint fits easily into tight enclosures, robotic arms, and production lines. As shown in Figure 2, M12 circular connectors for power and Ethernet ensure rugged, vibration-resistant connectivity, while standard mounting brackets support multiple installation options.
Operators configure the SEC100 series via an embedded web server and standard browser interface, with direct control over streaming protocols, snapshot modes, and storage settings. The SEC110 additionally offers trigger logic for event recording. The cameras support both DHCP and static IP addressing – with a default static IP of 192.168.136.100 – enabling seamless integration into flat or segmented industrial networks. Each unit transmits 100 Mbit/s data over 100Base-TX Ethernet. A REST API facilitates interoperability with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), manufacturing execution systems (MES), and other customizable control architectures. The SEC100 series operates on 12 VDC to 24 VDC with typical power consumption of just 2 W, maintaining efficiency across the entire input range. A ±10% voltage tolerance and recommended 1 A fuse protection provide reliability against industrial power fluctuations. Each camera offers 6 GB of onboard memory for local image and video storage, while a wide-angle lens and adjustable exposure settings ensure clarity under varied lighting and environmental conditions.
Real-world use cases: from robotics to fault analysis
Machine vision is no longer limited to high-end Industry 4.0 inspection systems. In many factories and warehouses, compact edge cameras like the SEC100 series add visual intelligence to robotics, conveyors, and packaging lines. These systems support process documentation, fault detection, and traceability with minimal hardware and configuration effort.
In robotic pick-and-place systems, the SEC100 monitors for misalignment or dropped parts. It provides visual confirmation that the system is functioning as intended or alerts teams to mechanical faults. On conveyor lines, it captures snapshots of passing items for batch verification or barcode logging. At automated assembly stations, the camera records visual data to support traceability
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simplifies deployment and scales efficiently. As shown in Figure 4, factory and warehouse teams can easily add vision functionality without overhauling system architecture or waiting through long procurement lead times.
Figure 3: The SICK sensingCam SEC100 industrial camera is designed for challenging industrial environments. (Image source: SICK)
The cameras arrive preloaded with everything needed for visual inspection and monitoring, including onboard configuration tools and integrated streaming protocols. This plug-and-play readiness reduces system complexity and shortens the learning curve. Most users can configure and validate streaming tasks (both models) or event recording tasks (SEC110 only) without extensive machine vision expertise, enabling faster prototyping, testing, and deployment. For retrofits or incremental upgrades, the SEC100 offers a practical way to add intelligence to legacy equipment with minimal wiring or downtime. This approach extends the service life of existing systems while reducing capital expenses and engineering effort.
Supporting scalable, edge-based
Figure 4. The SICK sensingCam SEC100 industrial camera installs quickly with standard brackets and connectors, streamlining integration into existing automation systems. (Image source: SICK)
and quality control. These capabilities are particularly critical in electronics manufacturing and food and beverage production, where image logs may be required for compliance.
The SEC110’s event recording feature helps diagnose unpredictable faults. If a jam triggers an emergency stop, the camera captures what happened 40 seconds before or after the event. This recording window provides critical context for identifying the sequence of events leading up to and following failures. It allows teams to perform root-cause analysis without depending on sensor logs or operator recollection – a crucial feature for high- throughput applications such as packaging, labelling, and sorting.
As shown in Figure 3, the SEC100 series features ruggedized housing and performs reliably in dusty or splash- prone environments such as warehouse automation zones, logistics centres, and factories.
Operating temperature ranges from
0°C to +50°C, with optimal image quality between +10°C and +40°C. Humidity tolerance up to 90 per cent supports consistent performance in harsh industrial environments. This combination of thermal and moisture resilience enables dependable operation in high-heat manufacturing areas, outdoor loading docks, and facilities with significant temperature swings during production.
Enabling smarter automation Many machine vision systems require specialized software, custom integration, and substantial capital investment. These factors often place them out of reach for smaller or resource-constrained automation teams. The SICK sensingCam SEC100 series helps democratize Industry 4.0 machine vision. It offers real-time streaming (both models), event-based recording (SEC110), and onboard storage in a compact, preconfigured form factor that
The SEC100 supports broader trends in Industry 4.0 intelligent edge automation, where decentralized, lightweight vision tools are deployed closer to machines and processes. With standard communication protocols, REST API control, and industrial Ethernet integration, the cameras can be embedded in existing systems or used as stand-alone monitoring and diagnostic tools. By minimizing cost and integration effort, SICK broadens access to machine vision for small and mid-sized manufacturers and margin-sensitive sectors such as packaging, food and beverage, and cost-conscious logistics operations. The SEC100 provides a strong value-to-capability ratio. It offers short time-to-value, reduced training demands, and a versatile platform that enables smarter edge automation — whether for targeted, incremental upgrades or broader digital transformation.
Summary
Compact, rugged, and easy to deploy, the SICK sensingCam SEC100 series brings cost-effective machine vision to automated facilities. With real-time streaming, optional event-based recording (SEC110), and seamless integration into edge infrastructure, the SEC100 accelerates diagnostics, streamlines traceability, and supports scalable automation across a wide range of Industry 4.0 applications.
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