Teledyne DALSA BOT-DG3-DA-4900C-00 GigE Camera – Obsolete Genie Nano Spare Part

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Teledyne DALSA BOT-DG3-DA-4900C-00 GigE Camera – Obsolete Genie Nano Spare Part

When a machine vision camera module fails on a production line built around the Teledyne DALSA Genie Nano platform, the consequences extend far beyond a single component replacement. The Genie Nano GigE series has been deeply embedded in automated optical inspection (AOI), semiconductor wafer handling, pharmaceutical blister-pack verification, and precision assembly lines worldwide. Replacing the entire vision system — including frame grabbers, lighting controllers, calibration fixtures, and the associated PLC or PC-based image processing software — routinely costs manufacturers between $200,000 and $1,500,000 USD per line, excluding production downtime losses. DriveKNMS holds verified stock of the BOT-DG3-DA-4900C-00 with lens attachment, a unit that is no longer manufactured. Securing this spare now is not a purchasing decision — it is an asset protection decision.

Technical Specifications

Note: Electrical parameters not independently verified for this specific unit. Specifications above are based on published Teledyne DALSA Genie Nano series documentation. Buyers requiring full datasheet confirmation should contact us prior to purchase.

Solving the Discontinued Hardware Crisis

The Teledyne DALSA Genie Nano platform became a standard component in machine vision systems deployed between 2010 and 2020. Its GigE Vision compliance made it interoperable with a wide range of industrial PCs, Cognex VisionPro environments, Halcon-based inspection software, and custom SCADA integrations. When Teledyne DALSA transitioned its product roadmap toward newer sensor architectures, the BOT-DG3-DA-4900C-00 and related Genie Nano models entered end-of-life status without a direct pin-compatible successor.

For plant engineers managing legacy AOI lines, the problem is structural: the replacement camera must match the existing C-mount optical path, the GigE network topology, the GenICam parameter set already embedded in the inspection recipe, and the pixel resolution assumptions baked into the image processing algorithm. A different camera model — even from the same manufacturer — triggers a full re-validation cycle. In regulated industries such as medical device manufacturing or aerospace component inspection, that re-validation can take 6 to 18 months and cost more than the original line installation.

The BOT-DG3-DA-4900C-00 available through DriveKNMS eliminates that risk. It is the same hardware the line was qualified on. No re-validation. No algorithm retraining. No engineering change orders.

How to extend your automation asset life by 5–10 years through strategic spare parts management:

• Identify your single points of failure. In any vision-guided assembly or inspection system, the camera is typically the highest-wear optical component. Map every Genie Nano unit on your floor and cross-reference against available aftermarket stock before the next failure event — not after.
• Establish a minimum stock level. For lines running 24/7, industry practice among maintenance engineers is to hold a minimum of one cold spare per three active units. For lines with no redundancy, one-for-one sparing is the defensible standard.
• Negotiate long-term supply agreements with specialist distributors. Spot-market pricing for obsolete machine vision components increases 40–300% after a product reaches end-of-life. Locking in pricing now against a multi-unit purchase protects the maintenance budget for the next budget cycle.
• Document firmware and driver versions. The Genie Nano series used Teledyne DALSA's Sapera LT SDK. Confirm which SDK version your inspection software was qualified against and ensure any replacement unit ships with compatible firmware. DriveKNMS can advise on firmware version availability upon request.
• Treat the companion power supply as equally critical. This lot includes a PSU300S and a Siemens 6EP1437-2BA20 SITOP power supply — both of which feed the vision system's 24VDC rail. A camera failure caused by upstream power instability is a common misdiagnosis. Replacing the camera without auditing the power supply is an incomplete repair.

Condition & Reliability Assurance

Obsolete machine vision components sourced from secondary markets carry real risk: electrolytic capacitor degradation, firmware version mismatches, oxidized connector pins, and undisclosed impact damage are the four most common failure modes in aged optoelectronic hardware. DriveKNMS applies a 5-step inspection protocol before any unit is offered for sale:

1. Visual and mechanical inspection: Housing integrity, lens mount thread condition, and connector pin examination under magnification. Units with corrosion, bent pins, or cracked housings are rejected at this stage.
2. Electrolytic capacitor assessment: Internal capacitors are the primary aging component in camera electronics. Units showing signs of capacitor bulge, leakage, or ESR deviation are flagged for component-level refurbishment or rejected.
3. Firmware version verification: The installed firmware version is read and documented. Customers are informed of the version prior to shipment so compatibility with their Sapera LT or third-party SDK environment can be confirmed.
4. Power-on functional test: The unit is powered and queried via GigE Vision to confirm it enumerates correctly on the network, responds to GenICam commands, and delivers a live image stream without artifact.
5. Packaging and ESD protection: Units pass all stages are repackaged in anti-static bags with desiccant and shipped in double-wall cartons rated for international freight.

Key Features for System Maintenance

• Drop-in replacement: The BOT-DG3-DA-4900C-00 is a direct hardware substitute for any failed unit of the same part number. No mechanical modification to the camera mount, no optical realignment, and no changes to the GigE network configuration are required.
• No reprogramming required: Because the replacement unit shares the same GenICam feature set and GigE Vision compliance level as the original, existing inspection recipes, exposure parameters, and trigger configurations load without modification.
• Avoids engineering reconstruction costs: Substituting a different camera model — even a current-generation Teledyne DALSA product — requires optical recalibration, algorithm revalidation, and in regulated environments, a formal change control process. The cost of that engineering work typically exceeds $50,000 USD per line. A direct spare eliminates that expenditure entirely.
• Companion parts included: This listing includes FL2004 lens accessory, 1005936 and 0190-17311 ancillary components, PSU300S power supply unit, and Siemens 6EP1437-2BA20 SITOP power supply — providing a more complete maintenance kit for the associated system.

FAQ

What warranty applies to discontinued parts?
DriveKNMS provides a 90-day functional warranty on all tested units. The warranty covers failure to power on, failure to enumerate on a GigE network, and failure to deliver a live image stream under normal operating conditions. Physical damage caused by installation error or electrical overstress is excluded.

How do I confirm the unit is new or quality-refurbished?
Each unit ships with a DriveKNMS inspection report documenting the 5-step QA process described above, including firmware version, test date, and technician sign-off. Units are classified as either New Old Stock (NOS) or Tested Refurbished (TR) on the inspection report. The classification is disclosed prior to purchase confirmation.

Should I buy more than one unit?
For any production line where this camera is a single point of failure, holding at least one additional cold spare is the minimum defensible position. If your facility operates multiple lines using the same platform, a centralized spare pool of two to three units is standard practice among maintenance engineering teams managing legacy vision systems. Stock of discontinued components is finite and does not replenish. Once current market supply is exhausted, the next available unit will be sourced from decommissioned equipment at significantly higher cost and longer lead time.

Can you source additional units if I need more?
DriveKNMS specializes in obsolete and hard-to-find industrial components. Contact us with your quantity requirement and we will conduct a market search across our supplier network. Response time for availability confirmation is typically 3–5 business days.

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