Lake Image Systems has launched a new inspection camera system which can assess a range of applications from variable print data integrity to colour print quality.
The new Discovery MaxScan provides a true 600 dpi resolution for print inspection applications at web or sheet widths of 309 mm, 619 mm or 929 mm.
This can match or exceed the resolution of most print engines enabling a variety of inspection functions including missing or blocked jets using the full Discovery MultiScan toolset. In addition MaxScan provides full colour images with excellent colour representation and repeatability.
The scanner has a working distance of just 12 mm with a maximum headroom requirement of less than 170 mm the Discovery MaxScan is perfect for integration within the transport system of a press, without the need for additional rollers, redesigned web paths, large working distances or complex optical assemblies typical with standard camera inspection technologies.
A major advantage is its ability to provide consistent and reflection free images of holograms and foils. This is a significant challenge for camera based inspection technology where each hologram in a row or lane can appear different within the inspection image based on its location relative to the camera position.
