The FD1 series flat dome LED illuminators from Visiotronix Photolux (RODER VISION) are high intensity diffused dome illuminators with a central aperture for coaxial camera mounting: the diffused light creates uniform “dome” lighting that eliminates shadows and reflections, ideal for curved, glossy or reflective surfaces.
- Diffused dome lighting, uniform, without shadows or reflections
- Central aperture for coaxial mounting of the camera
- 10 sizes from 150×150 to 550×650 mm
- 4 colors: 5000K white, 470 nm blue, 625 nm red, 850 nm infrared
- High luminous intensity, up to 12,000 cd in white
- 24 Vdc ±5% power supply, MCCD + RCCR© driver for metrological repeatability
- Clear protective glass, HTTM©, aluminium frame with T-slots, M8 connector, IP40
The FD1 series is an advanced family of flat dome LED illuminators. Derived from the DC6 ring series, it combines a modular matrix of 50×50 mm tiles with diffusing optics that turn high intensity light into uniform “dome” lighting: this effect eliminates shadows and reflections and is particularly effective on curved, glossy or reflective surfaces. The central aperture makes it possible to mount the camera lens along the optical axis, capturing images free of shadows.
To guarantee metrological grade repeatability, the internal MCCD and RCCR© drivers stabilise the current across all the LEDs; HTTM© technology preserves their thermal integrity. The M8 connector with anti-vibration ring nut, the reverse polarity protection, the clear protective glass and the aluminium frame with T-slots ensure industrial reliability.
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Why choose an FD1 illuminator
- Diffused dome lighting for uniform images free of shadows and reflections.
- Central aperture for coaxial camera mounting (axial lighting).
- Ideal for curved, glossy or reflective surfaces where direct light would create reflections.
- MCCD + RCCR© driver for a stable current and metrological grade repeatability.
- HTTM© technology for efficient heat dissipation and LED longevity.
- Clear protective glass and aluminium frame with T-slots for mounting.
- Anti-vibration M8 connector and reverse polarity protection.
Common technical specifications
| M8 connector, HTTM materials and 48-hour burn-in test. | Value |
| Supply voltage | 24 Vdc ±5% |
| Degree of protection | IP40 |
| Temperature range | 0 °C – 50 °C |
| Type of lighting | flat dome (uniform diffused dome light) |
| Configuration | central aperture for coaxial camera |
| Optical protection | transparent protective glass |
| Electrical connection | 3-pole M8 connector with anti-vibration threaded ring nut |
| Technologies | HTTM© (thermal management) · MCCD + RCCR© driver |
Colors and code structure
The FD1 series is available in four emissions: neutral white 5000K (WHI), blue 470 nm (BLU), red 625 nm (RED) and infrared 850 nm (INF). The product code follows the scheme PL-FD1-YYYYYY-XXX-A00000, where YYYYYY indicates the dimensions and XXX the colour.
Models and features
| Emission area | HTTM© technology for superior heat dissipation and LED longevity. | No. of LEDs | No. of cables | WHI/RED/BLU draw | INF draw | Luminous intensity (WHI) |
| 150 x 150 mm | PL-FD1-015015-XXX-A00000 | 288 | 1 | 0.96 A | 0.72 A | 800 cd |
| 250 x 250 mm | PL-FD1-025025-XXX-A00000 | 864 | 1 | 2.88 A | 2.16 A | 2400 cd |
| 250 x 350 mm | PL-FD1-025035-XXX-A00000 | 1224 | 2 | 4.1 A | 3.1 A | 3400 cd |
| 250 x 450 mm | PL-FD1-025045-XXX-A00000 | 1584 | 2 | 5.3 A | 5.3 A | 4400 cd |
| 350 x 350 mm | PL-FD1-035035-XXX-A00000 | 1728 | 2 | 5.8 A | 4.4 A | 4800 cd |
| 350 x 450 mm | PL-FD1-035045-XXX-A00000 | 2232 | 3 | 7.5 A | 5.6 A | 6200 cd |
| 450 x 450 mm | PL-FD1-045045-XXX-A00000 | 2880 | 3 | 9.6 A | 9.6 A | 8000 cd |
| 450 x 550 mm | PL-FD1-045055-XXX-A00000 | 3528 | 5 | 11.8 A | 8.8 A | 9800 cd |
| 450 x 650 mm | PL-FD1-045065-XXX-A00000 | 4176 | 4 | 14 A | 10.5 A | 11600 cd |
| 550 x 550 mm | PL-FD1-055055-XXX-A00000 | 4320 | 4 | 14.4 A | 10.8 A | 12000 cd |
Replace XXX with the color (WHI/BLU/RED/INF). The luminous intensity given refers to white; red is about 40% and blue about 25% of the white value, while infrared is expressed in W/sr (from 4.2 to 63 W/sr). Current draw @24 Vdc, nominal values. Part numbers for individual models are supplied on request.
Typical applications
Applications built and documented with the FD1 series flat dome illuminators:
Optical benches for laboratory and metrology
In optical inspection benches for the laboratory and the metrology room, diffused dome lighting guarantees uniform images free of reflections, indispensable for repeatable dimensional measurements of metrological grade.
Vision systems for in-line quality control
Machine vision systems for in-line quality control integrate cameras and dedicated illuminators: coaxial dome lighting guarantees sharp, repeatable images for the automatic detection of defects.
Special lighting for in-line vision
Special lighting systems for industrial vision on the production line: LED illuminators with diffused, coaxial or direct light to enhance the contrast and the details of the objects to be inspected.
Machine vision systems for quality control on the production line combine cameras and dedicated LED illuminators: ring and coaxial lighting ensures sharp, repeatable images for the automatic detection of defects.
| Document | Type | |
 | FD1 family technical catalogue | Datasheet |
Frequently asked questions
It is a diffused dome illuminator with a central aperture: the high intensity light is diffused to create uniform “dome” lighting that eliminates shadows and reflections, ideal on curved, glossy or reflective surfaces.
The FD1 derives from the DC6 and shares its 50×50 mm tile matrix and central aperture, but adds diffusing optics that produce uniform dome lighting instead of direct ring light.
10 sizes from 150×150 to 550×650 mm, in four emissions: 5000K white, 470 nm blue, 625 nm red and 850 nm infrared.
With a voltage of 24 Vdc ±5% through a 3-pole anti-vibration M8 connector; IP40 protection rating, clear protective glass and aluminium frame with T-slots.
With the code PL-FD1-YYYYYY-XXX-A00000, indicating dimensions and colour (WHI/BLU/RED/INF); the part numbers of the individual models are supplied on request.
Contacts & Information
Contact for general information : info@roder.it
Machine Vision Division of RODER : www.rodervision.com
RODER Instruments Division : www.innovacheck.com
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