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We would like to introduce our vision unit with a rotating mechanism, the 'RW Series.' In the machining environment of a machine tool, AI detects conditions that may hinder production. By addressing issues before they escalate, this product contributes to the efficiency of operations. When combined with a vision processor, it enables abnormality detection using AI functions. It practices visualizing defects by displaying areas determined to be "abnormal" as heat maps. 【Features】 ■ Visualization of "machining defects" ■ Detection and notification of chip entanglement ■ Detection of cutting edge damage *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce the visualization of "processing defects," which is a feature of our "RW Series." Within the machine tool during processing, AI detects conditions that may hinder production and contributes to improving work efficiency by addressing issues before they escalate. By combining it with a vision processor, we implement the visualization of processing defects, such as displaying areas determined to be "abnormal" in a heat map format. 【Features of the RW Series】 ■ Visualization of "processing defects" ■ Detection and notification of issues such as chip entanglement ■ Detection of cutting edge damage *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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Our "RW Series" has the capability to detect and notify issues such as chip wrapping. By combining it with a vision processor, it can send alert information in the event of a malfunction. This makes it possible to minimize the occurrence of defective products. Please feel free to contact us when you need assistance. 【Features of the RW Series】 ■ Visualization of "processing defects" ■ Detection and notification of chip wrapping ■ Detection of cutting edge damage *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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The "RW Series" we handle can detect edge tip damage. By combining it with a vision processor, it is possible to detect abnormalities such as tool breakage or chipping. AI detects conditions within the machining equipment that may hinder production, contributing to work efficiency by addressing issues before they escalate. 【Features of the RW Series】 ■ Visualizing "processing defects" ■ Detecting and notifying about chip entanglement ■ Detecting edge tip damage *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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Our "RW Series" achieves a clear view even in environments where water and oil are present. It features rotating glass equipped with built-in fins that spin using air, removing liquids through centrifugal force. Additionally, it uses durable sapphire glass with water-repellent and oil-repellent coatings. 【Unique Structure】 ■ Air Nozzle ■ Waterproof and Oil-resistant Camera ■ Environmentally Resistant Camera Housing ■ Rotating Glass ■ Air Supply *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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The "RW Series" captures clear images of the interior of machine tools without attracting coolant or chips. It solves monitoring challenges such as scenes that were previously given up on and defects caused by unexpected troubles. Since it allows for real-time monitoring of the machining conditions, it enables smooth reviews of the machining processes. 【Unique Structure】 ■ Air Nozzle ■ Waterproof and Oil-resistant Camera ■ Environmentally Resistant Camera Housing ■ Rotating Glass ■ Air Supply *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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The "RW Series" that we handle can be installed in blind spots. Since it allows for real-time monitoring of the machining status, it enables smooth review of the machining process. It solves the challenges of monitoring in machine tools, such as coolant environments and areas that are blind spots for cameras. 【Unique Structure】 ■ Air nozzle ■ Waterproof and oil-resistant camera ■ Environment-resistant camera housing ■ Rotating glass ■ Air supply *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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The "RW Series" allows for the recording of processing operations in combination with an NVR (Network Video Recorder). It becomes possible to review areas that were previously difficult to check multiple times. This can be useful for investigating the causes of issues when they occur. Please feel free to contact us when needed. 【Unique Structure】 ■ Air Nozzle ■ Waterproof and Oil-resistant Camera ■ Environmentally Resistant Camera Housing ■ Rotating Glass ■ Air Supply *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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Our "RW Series" enables data analysis of recorded processing steps in combination with an NVR. You can review areas that were previously difficult to check multiple times. It can also be useful for investigating the causes of issues when they occur. 【Unique Structure】 ■ Air Nozzle ■ Waterproof and Oil-resistant Camera ■ Environmentally Resistant Camera Housing ■ Rotating Glass ■ Air Supply *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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The "RW Series" allows for real-time monitoring from remote locations when combined with an NVR. By conducting real-time monitoring, unexpected troubles can be detected in advance. This helps avoid stopping the production line. Please feel free to contact us when needed. 【Unique Structure】 ■ Air Nozzle ■ Waterproof and Oil-resistant Camera ■ Environmentally Resistant Camera Housing ■ Rotating Glass ■ Air Supply *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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Our "RW Series" enables visualization of the "operational status," from overall monitoring to equipment operation monitoring. By combining it with a vision processor, it allows for anomaly detection using AI functions. We implement visualization of defects, such as displaying areas determined to be "abnormal" as a heatmap. 【Unique Structure】 ■ Air Nozzle ■ Waterproof and Oil-resistant Camera ■ Environmentally Resistant Camera Housing ■ Rotating Glass ■ Air Supply *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where SK Mechanics Co., Ltd. implemented our "Vision Unit with Rotating Mechanism" and a "Network Video Recorder (NVR)" equipped with recording functionality. The company faced the challenge of not being able to clearly confirm the internal conditions from outside the equipment during work processing, making it impossible to check the quality of the product until the process was completed. After the implementation, not only was real-time monitoring of the processing conditions made possible, but there are also expectations for new applications such as employee training utilizing the recorded data. 【Case Overview】 ■ Customer's Challenge: Wanted to confirm the status of tools and workpieces during processing ■ Deciding Factors for Implementation - Clear images could be seen even when coolant was applied to the workpiece - It was confirmed that the processing conditions could be monitored in real-time during the demo installation - It is possible to record images on the NVR for later review ■ Effects After Implementation: In addition to being able to see the processing conditions and record them, there are expectations for utilization in employee training *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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Our "RW Series" is adopted in robot vision systems that experience strong vibrations and shocks. We also offer models equipped with environmental resistance features (waterproof, dustproof, oil-resistant) based on seismic and shock resistance, ensuring excellent functionality even in harsh environments. We develop and manufacture key components such as lenses, cameras, and image processing devices in-house. With our extensive capabilities, we provide total solutions to various challenges faced by our customers. 【Careful Support Until Implementation】 STEP01. Inquiry STEP02. Hearing STEP03. Verification STEP04. Proposal STEP05. Installation and Adjustment STEP06. After-Support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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Our "RW Series" is adopted for installation in industrial vehicles. We also offer models equipped with environmental resistance (waterproof, dustproof, oil-resistant) based on seismic and shock resistance, ensuring excellent functionality even in harsh environments. We have established a one-stop system that handles everything from development to manufacturing and support in-house, allowing us to customize and propose solutions according to our customers' specifications and needs. 【Careful Support Until Implementation】 STEP01. Inquiry STEP02. Hearing STEP03. Verification STEP04. Proposal STEP05. Installation and Adjustment STEP06. After-Support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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Our "RW Series" is adopted in the food industry and processing machines, where environments with water and oil are common. Thanks to its unique structure that rotates the glass surface by supplying air, it is possible to prevent water droplets and oil from adhering to the lens front. It keeps coolant and chips at bay, maintaining a clear view. By pressurizing the inside of the housing, it achieves waterproof and oil-resistant properties, demonstrating excellent functionality even in harsh environments. It solves monitoring challenges that have been previously given up on. 【Careful Support Until Implementation】 STEP01. Inquiry STEP02. Hearing STEP03. Verification STEP04. Proposal STEP05. Installation and Adjustment STEP06. After-Support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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Our "RW Series" is adopted in the plant industry where dust is prevalent. We also offer models equipped with environmental resistance, particularly dust-proofing, based on seismic and impact resistance. They demonstrate excellent functionality even in harsh environments. We develop and manufacture key equipment for lenses, cameras, and image processing devices in-house, providing total solutions to various challenges faced by our customers. 【Careful Support Until Implementation】 STEP01. Inquiry STEP02. Hearing STEP03. Verification STEP04. Proposal STEP05. Installation and Adjustment STEP06. After-Support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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Our "RW Series" introduces the integration into manufacturing equipment and inspection and measurement on production lines. AI detects conditions within the machining equipment that may hinder production. By addressing issues before they escalate, we contribute to the efficiency of operations. In combination with the vision processor, we can visualize defects by displaying areas deemed "abnormal" as a heatmap. 【Careful Support Until Implementation】 STEP01. Inquiry STEP02. Hearing STEP03. Verification STEP04. Proposal STEP05. Installation and Adjustment STEP06. After-Support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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KOWA's "Vision Unit with Rotating Mechanism" enables image processing and monitoring even in harsh environments where water and oil are present. - Utilizes scratch-resistant sapphire glass with water and oil repellent coating - High-pressure air rapidly rotates the front glass - High-speed rotation removes water and oil contaminants *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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■Vibration and shock resistance, as well as dustproof, waterproof, and oil-resistant performance ■Full lineup from 480,000 pixels to 24 million pixels ■Achieves IP67 performance without housing by combining with KOWA's waterproof lens ■Comprehensive warranty with a variety of high-quality lens units ■Consistent in-house development, manufacturing, sales, and support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■ Robust design with vibration and shock resistance for all models ■ Lineup ranging from 480,000 pixels to 12 million pixels ■ Comprehensive warranty with a variety of high-quality lens units ■ In-house development, manufacturing, sales, and support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■Industry's smallest and lightest class S-mount camera ■High-speed transfer possible with a single coaxial cable ■Comprehensive warranty with a variety of high-quality lens units ■Consistent in-house development, manufacturing, sales, and support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■Industry's smallest and lightest class S-mount camera ■High-speed transfer possible with a single coaxial cable ■Available lineup from 480,000 pixels to 5 million pixels ■Comprehensive warranty with a variety of high-quality lenses ■Consistent in-house development, manufacturing, sales, and support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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With AI capabilities, it becomes possible to make distinctions that are difficult with rule-based methods compared to conventional image processing, achieving improved operational efficiency and reduced labor costs. ■ Efficient learning and accurate classification of good and defective products ■ Enhances character recognition rates while correcting issues such as missing, cut, or faded printed text ■ Classification function that eliminates human errors and ensures quality By combining KOWA's extensive lineup of optical units, including lenses and cameras, we build optimal image inspection systems that meet the diverse needs of our customers. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■ Robust design with vibration and shock resistance for all models ■ Comprehensive warranty with a variety of high-quality lenses ■ In-house development, manufacturing, sales, and support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■ Robust design with vibration and shock resistance for all models ■ Comprehensive warranty with a variety of high-quality lenses ■ In-house consistency from development, manufacturing, sales, to support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■Compatible with 2/3 type and 2 megapixels ■Excellent design for vibration resistance and shock resistance ■Adopts a replaceable iris plate ■Uses a double nut system for focus adjustment ■Lens barrel and lens are fixed with adhesive *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■Industry's smallest class ■Approximately 50% size reduction compared to our company (compared to JCSM2 series) ■Supports 2/3 type, 5 megapixels ■Achieves ultra-compact and lightweight design ■Adopts click-type iris adjustment mechanism ■Vibration-resistant design *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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■ Robust design with vibration and shock resistance for all models ■ Compatible with various interfaces (GigE Vision / CoaXPress) ■ Comprehensive warranty with a wide range of high-quality lenses ■ In-house development, manufacturing, sales, and support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■ Robust design with vibration and shock resistance for all models ■ Compatible with various interfaces (GigE Vision / CoaXPress) ■ Comprehensive warranty with a wide range of high-quality lenses ■ In-house development, manufacturing, sales, and support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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This catalog is a comprehensive catalog from Kowa Optics Co., Ltd., which develops, manufactures, and sells various optical lenses, telescopes, binoculars, and professional video equipment. It features a wide range of products, including the large C-mount lens "XC2 Series" compatible with high-resolution 4/3 sensors, and the high-resolution lens "HC Series" for 1-inch sensors. [Contents] ■ High-resolution lens "XC2 Series" for 4/3 type ■ High-resolution lens "HC Series" for 1-inch type ■ High-resolution lens "HC-V Series" for 1-inch type with vibration and shock resistance design ■ High-resolution lens "JC10M Series" for 2/3 type, etc. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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■ Robust design with vibration and shock resistance for all models ■ Compatible with various interfaces (GigE Vision / CoaXPress) ■ Comprehensive warranty with a wide range of high-quality lenses ■ In-house development, manufacturing, sales, and support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■ Robust design with vibration and shock resistance for all models ■ Comprehensive warranty with a wide range of high-quality lenses ■ In-house consistency from development, manufacturing, sales to support *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■ Combination with environment-resistant IP cameras allows for continuous recording and remote monitoring. ■ When combined with AI, various image inspections such as checking the contents of lunch boxes and measuring the volume of irregularly shaped foods become possible. ■ Customization for high resolution and high-temperature compatibility is also available. ■ Lens changes can be made according to the required field of view. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■ To achieve ultra-high resolution (24μm) and high contrast, a special optical glass is extensively used to support high pixel counts. ■ All models are equipped with a floating mechanism. ■ High-precision aspherical lenses are used to achieve low distortion and high resolution. ■ A wide-band multi-coating is employed to enhance transmittance in the near-infrared region. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■Industry's smallest class of compact and lightweight lenses ■In addition to vibration and shock resistance, water and dust resistance have been added *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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■High degree of freedom in compact design ■Lens can be changed according to the required angle of view ■Customization for high resolution and high temperature resistance is also possible ■Can be used for various applications such as image processing and remote monitoring *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■High degree of freedom in compact design ■Lens can be changed according to the required field of view ■Customization for high resolution and high temperature resistance is also possible ■Can be used for various applications such as image processing and remote monitoring *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■High degree of freedom in compact design ■Lens can be changed according to the required field of view ■Customization for high resolution and high temperature resistance is also possible ■Can be used for various applications such as image processing and remote monitoring *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■High degree of freedom in compact design ■Lens can be changed according to the required angle of view ■Customization for high resolution and high temperature resistance is also possible ■Can be used for various applications such as image processing and remote monitoring *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■High degree of freedom in installation with compact design ■Lens can be changed according to the required field of view ■Customization for high resolution and high temperature resistance is also possible ■Can be used for various applications such as image processing and remote monitoring *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■High degree of freedom in installation with compact design ■Lens can be changed according to the required field of view ■Custom options available for high resolution and high temperature resistance ■Usable for various applications such as image processing and remote monitoring *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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Three features of KOWA's "Vision Unit with Rotating Mechanism": 1. Utilizes scratch-resistant sapphire glass with water-repellent and oil-repellent coating. 2. High-pressure air enables high-speed rotation of the front glass. 3. High-speed rotation removes water and oil contaminants. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

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■Lens can be changed according to the required angle of view ■Adoption of S-mount lenses enables miniaturization ■Combination with environmental IP cameras allows for continuous recording and remote monitoring ■Customization for high resolution and high-temperature resistance is also possible *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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■Excellent vibration resistance and shock resistance in mechanical design ■Enhanced water and dust resistance in mechanical design ■Improved water repellency and cleaning properties of the lens surface due to special coating ■Adoption of interchangeable iris plates ■Double nut system used for focus adjustment ■Lens barrel and lens are bonded and fixed *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

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Introducing the telescope 'LV-14/BL-8A4' handled by Kowa Optical. The 'LV-14' is a tourist television telescope that allows multiple people to enjoy the view together, which was previously only possible for one person at a time. Its 10-inch LCD color monitor displays high-magnification images with impressive clarity and brightness. Additionally, the 'BL-8A4' is a high-performance tourist binocular telescope. It is easy to set up and move. Furthermore, it features a sturdy and waterproof design, making it easy to handle. 【Features】 <LV-14> ■ Equipped with a 10-inch LCD screen to enjoy stunning views together ■ Zooming function that anyone can easily operate with a game-like feel ■ Auto-focus function that always keeps the desired point in focus ■ Easy to set up and move *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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