USB-501-230X 1 Robot Vision Camera, 15*15mm compact for AMR AGV , 1080P@30fps, apply for Robotic Arm Camera too
230°Fisheye USB-C Embedded Camera (2MP, 15×15 mm) for Robots
The NOVEL USB-501-230X is a fisheye USB camera for robots, designed specifically for AMR, AGV, and humanoid robotic platforms that require wide-area vision with minimal blind spots. Built on a 15×15mm embedded USB camera board, it delivers 2MP resolution with UVC MJPG YUY2 robotic camera 2MP streaming for real-time navigation and monitoring.
With a wide FOV 220°–230° camera for robots, the UC-230F enables panoramic vision essential for SLAM VIO fisheye camera module applications. The compact design, plug-and-play USB-C interface, and ready-to-use ROS2 fisheye camera intrinsics make it ideal for fast deployment in robotic vision systems.
Novel 15x15mm 230° fisheye Miniature USB-C camera is ideal for space-constrained applications that require ultra-wide-angle environmental perception. It has significant advantages in small mobile robots (especially obstacle avoidance and navigation), mobile robots, AGVs, SLAM navigation, and AI visual tasks, panoramic monitoring, VR/AR spatial positioning, and machine vision tasks that require fast and wide-range scanning.
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Compact miniature Industrial Robot Vision Camera Module for Automated Inspection
Key Features
Driver-Free Compatibility with Windows, Linux, Android, Jetson, Raspberry Pi
Robotics Application of compact embedded vision camera module
(1)Mobile Robots & AGVs: Environmental awareness and navigation
(2)Telepresence Robots: Wide-angle user view and scene capture
(3)Patrol & Security Robots: Panoramic surveillance monitoring
(4)Inspection Robots: Compact camera for tight-space viewing
(5)Warehouse Robots: Vision-based item and aisle tracking
(6)Medical Assistive Robots: Enhanced visual feedback in operations
(7) Educational Robotics: Ideal for AI/vision learning platforms
Specific application scenarios and fields
I. Robot vision with mini camera UVC
1. Mobile robot (AGV/AMR) navigation and obstacle avoidance:
Scenario: Warehouse logistics AGV, service robot, indoor delivery robot, cleaning robot.
Application: With a 230° ultra-wide-angle field of view, a single camera can perceive the environment around the robot in almost 360° (nearly full coverage in the horizontal direction). It is particularly good at detecting obstacles close to the edge of the robot chassis (such as table legs, low steps, corners, suddenly approaching human feet or objects), which are blind spots that are difficult to cover with traditional narrow-angle or multi-camera solutions. Combined with SLAM algorithm, it provides a wealth of environmental feature points for positioning.
When used as an AMR navigation fisheye camera UVC, the UC-230F expands coverage for autonomous mobile robots, providing blind spot coverage fisheye camera AMR functionality for safe navigation in warehouses and factories.
As an AGV panoramic USB camera module, it supports factory floor panoramic monitoring AGV tasks, giving operators and AI systems a full visual context of conveyor lines, loading docks, and narrow aisles.
2. Unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) perception:
Scenario: Small consumer or industrial drones (especially the view below).
Application: Installed at the bottom of the drone, it provides an ultra-wide downward view, which is very useful for ground perception during landing, obstacle avoidance during low-altitude flight (such as branches, wires), and situational awareness when approaching towers in specific applications such as power inspections.
3. Security and inspection robots:
Scenario: Indoor/outdoor security patrol robots, machine room/power station inspection robots.
Application: As the main perception camera or auxiliary camera, it provides a panoramic monitoring view. A single shot can cover a large range in front of and on both sides of the robot, reducing the number of cameras required or the frequency of pan/tilt rotation, and improving monitoring efficiency. It is especially suitable for narrow environments such as corridors and passages.
4. Consumer robots:
Scenario: Sweeping robots, educational robots, companion robots.
Application: Provide cost-effective wide-angle obstacle avoidance solutions for cost-sensitive and space-compact sweeping robots. Provide a more natural and wider "field of view" for educational or companion robots, and enhance the sense of presence of human-computer interaction.
Integrated as a humanoid robot vision USB camera, the fisheye module provides situational awareness for interaction, mapping, and obstacle avoidance. Its SLAM VIO fisheye camera module design ensures accurate localization and stability in dynamic environments.
6. Special robots:
Scenario: Pipeline inspection robots, disaster search and rescue robots, and space-constrained industrial arm ends.
Application: Inside the pipeline, the fisheye lens can see the entire circumference of the pipe wall. In the search and rescue of ruins, the wide angle helps to quickly scan the environment. Installed at the end of the robotic arm, it provides wide-view monitoring within the arm span or contextual awareness to assist in fine operations.
Technical Specifications
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Product Name |
230° Fisheye low light UVC Robot Camera |
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Cmos Sensor |
½.9 inch cmos low lux low consumption sensor |
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Video Resolution |
1920X1080, 1080P@30fps |
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Lens FOV |
230 degree Super Fisheye Lens |
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Photo Pixel |
2Megapixels |
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Photo Format |
MJPG |
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video output |
MJPG/YUY2 |
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Lens Focal Length EFL |
230° Fish-eye |
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Lens Construction |
6G+IR |
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F/No Aperture |
F2.0 |
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AGC |
OSD |
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Minimum illumination |
0.01 LUX |
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S/N Ratio |
≥52dB |
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Gammar |
0.45 |
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Backlight Compensation |
OSD |
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Shutter |
30f/s |
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White balance |
Auto |
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Working temperature |
-5~+50℃ |
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Power |
5V |
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Audio Microphone |
Built in Microphone, Support |
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System Sync |
internal |
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Power consumption |
150mA |
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Product Size |
15*15*10mm |
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Signal Type & Interface |
usb type-c interface, digital Signal |
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Length of Cable |
35cm (Net) |
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Working System |
WIN10/WIN7/WIN8/Linux/Android/Apple Mac |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the actual field of view of compact Robot camera?
A: It offers an ultra-wide 230° diagonal field of view using a custom fisheye lens (HFOV 210°).
Q2: Can it be used with Jetson Nano or Raspberry Pi?
A: Yes. It's UVC-compliant and works with Jetson, Raspberry Pi (with USB), and most Linux/Windows systems.
Q3: Is low light UVC camera available with housing or only as a module?
A: It is primarily offered as a bare PCB module (12×12mm), but housing customization is available for OEM projects.
Q4: Can we install it inside our Autonomous mobile robot (AMR)?
A: Of course, you can try it locally
Q5: Is the lens fixed or interchangeable?
A: This model has a fixed 230° fisheye lens. For interchangeable lens options, please contact us.
Q6: What makes this camera different from regular USB cameras?
A: The unique combination of a compact size (15mm), USB-C interface, and a true 230° fisheye view makes it ideal for embedded panoramic applications.
Q7: Can it be used with ROS2?
Yes, calibration files and ROS2 fisheye camera intrinsics are available for easy integration.
Q8: What applications does it support?
It is widely used for AMR navigation, AGV panoramic monitoring, humanoid robot vision, SLAM VIO, and robot obstacle avoidance.
Customer Feedback & Testimonials
“Incredibly wide and crystal clear.”
“We used this tiny fisheye USB-C camera in our indoor security pods. The 230° view gives full room coverage with zero blind spots. Super stable connection via USB-C!”
— Nathan M., Security Product Manager, USA
“Perfect for embedded IoT devices.”
“This 15×15mm module fits perfectly inside our smart home controller. We got panoramic visibility with minimal footprint — just what we needed.”
— Elena P., Embedded Systems Engineer, Germany
A logistics provider in Germany integrated the UC-230F as a fisheye camera for robot obstacle avoidance in their AMR fleet. By adding blind spot coverage fisheye camera AMR, collision incidents dropped by 22%. Navigation in tight warehouse aisles improved, and throughput increased by 15% during peak operations.
An American automotive plant deployed the UC-230F as an AGV panoramic USB camera module for factory floor panoramic monitoring AGV applications. Operators used the wide-angle view to supervise conveyor belts and robotic arms. As a result, downtime from undetected jams decreased by 18%, and efficiency in monitoring multiple stations improved significantly.
A robotics lab in Japan adopted the UC-230F as a humanoid robot vision USB camera for their bipedal humanoid prototype. By leveraging ROS2 fisheye camera intrinsics and SLAM VIO fisheye camera module features, the robot achieved more stable localization and smoother interaction in dynamic test environments. Researchers reported a 30% improvement in visual odometry accuracy compared to conventional narrow-FOV cameras.
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