Modern manufacturing environments demand more than basic monitoring, they require visual insight that helps teams understand what happened before, during, and after an event. The SICK sensingCam SEC110 EventCam is designed precisely for this purpose, combining real-time video streaming with event-based recording in a compact, industrial-grade camera built for factory and logistics environments.
Industrial-Grade Design and Core Capabilities:
The SEC110 is a compact industrial camera measuring 57.5 × 49 × 33.6 mm and weighing just 120 g, making it easy to install even where space is limited. It features a 5-megapixel color CMOS sensor (2880 × 1616 pixels) with a wide 82° × 52° field of view and a working distance from 300 mm up to 10 m, allowing a single camera to cover both close-range processes and larger machine areas.
Designed for industrial use, the SEC110 is housed in a robust aluminum and polycarbonate enclosure with a protective glass front, rated IP65 for protection against dust and water ingress. It operates reliably in ambient temperatures from 0 °C to +50 °C, making it suitable for typical factory and logistics environments.
Real-Time Streaming and Event-Based Recording:
The SEC110 supports real-time video streaming using RTSP and MJPEG, enabling operators and engineers to visually monitor processes that are difficult or impractical to observe directly. Video streams are available at:
Full resolution (2880 × 1616) at 25 fps
Full HD (1920 × 1080) at 30 fps
720p at 30 fps
What sets the SEC110 apart is its event recording capability. When triggered via a digital input or software trigger (REST API), the camera records video clips in MP4 format, capturing up to 20 seconds of footage at Full HD. This allows teams to analyze what led to an event and what happened afterward, critical for diagnosing intermittent issues.
Captured images and videos can be stored in the camera’s 6 GB internal memory or automatically uploaded to external systems via FTP/SFTP, simplifying data access and documentation.
Simple Commissioning and Flexible Integration:
The SEC110 is designed for straightforward setup and integration. It includes an integrated web server, allowing configuration through any standard web browser, no additional software required. Network setup supports DHCP as well as a fallback static IP (192.168.136.100) for direct PC connection.
For system integration, the camera offers:
Digital input triggering via the M12 system connector
REST API for software-based control and automation
Compatibility with industrial HMIs, PLCs, and SCADA systems via standard streaming protocols
Typical Industrial Use Cases:
The SEC110 is well suited for applications such as:
Visual verification in packaging and logistics, creating image records of products before sealing or shipment.
Event monitoring in automated systems, such as machine jams, misfeeds, or abnormal process states.
Process observation in blind spots, where direct visual access is limited.
Root-cause analysis of sporadic machine faults that are difficult to reproduce.
Recorded footage can also be used for maintenance analysis, process optimization, and operator training, providing real production context rather than theoretical scenarios.
A Practical Tool for Process Visibility:
The SICK SEC110 EventCam delivers a powerful combination of live visual monitoring and event-based recording in a compact, industrially hardened package. Its ease of setup, flexible triggering options, and standard industrial interfaces make it an effective solution for manufacturers and system integrators looking to improve process transparency and reduce troubleshooting time.
1. Visual Verification for Packaging Assurance: The SEC110 can capture snapshots of products before packaging, sealing, or shipment, creating a visual record of outgoing goods. This supports quality assurance teams in verifying correct contents and resolving potential customer complaints or shipment discrepancies without the need for complex vision inspection systems.
2. Event Monitoring in Automated Systems: In event-driven applications such as machine jams, misfeeds, or abnormal process conditions, the SEC110 can be triggered by sensors or PLC signals to record video footage. This enables operators and engineers to review exactly what occurred during the event, supporting faster troubleshooting and more reliable machine operation.
