Buying the D430 and D415 Depth Modules and Vision Processor
I am developing smart cameras that use deep learning and computer vision to detect events. I am developing the software and assembling the hardware, thus, the RealSense vision processor and depth camera modules are a great inexpensive option.
However, I just bought the D430 and D415 Depth Modules and Vision Processor from Mouser just to realize I also needed to order (and these are not included) the D400 Rigid 50 Pin interposer, and the HSF50 connector. Furthermore, these do not seem to be available nor at Intel site nor at Mouser.
I am disappointed since the page listing these bundles are not very clear on what you need. Also, the D430 module does not come with the RGB camera, which is a bummer since the D435 has one.
It would be great if you could sell all other parts separately, the RGB camera, and even the internal heatsink which I could use to build my own enclosure to house the depth module and the vision processor board.
Any information on where I can get these parts is greatly appreciated.
Mauricio
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The minimum set of parts required are:
-. The depth module board
- Vision Processor D4 - available both as a completed board and as a D4 chip for integrators who want to build the D4 and its associated parts into their own board design.
-. A bridge with two 50 pin connectors to connect the depth module board and D4 together. This can be a flexible cable or a rigid board called an Interposer Board. This board is available pre-made from suppliers including FRAMOS and Rutronik.
https://www.framos.com/en/d400-rigid-50-pin-interposer-20737
https://www.rutronik24.co.uk/product/intel/82635dsitr50p/9745177.html
If you would like to create your own cable, the pin-out details are in the data sheet document for the 400 Series cameras.
https://dev.intelrealsense.com/docs/intel-realsense-d400-series-product-family-datasheet
FRAMOS and Rutronik also sell the cable pre-made in a range of sizes.
https://www.rutronik24.co.uk/category/cable/qs:Realsense
https://www.framos.com/en/search?sSearch=hsf
- (optional) RGB sensor. The D415 depth module is the only one in the module range that has an integrated RGB sensor on the board so you do not have to buy it separately. The RGB sensor in the D435 is not sold as a ready-made plug in part. Though an integrator who was constructing their own design from individual parts said "From my understanding these are just standard MIPI CSI-2 camera modules (OV9821 and OV2740), so any modules with similar spec (MP/s, etc.) should work".
-. Heatsink. The data sheet document offers suggestions for a specification as guidance to create or purchase your own one. The document also has specifications for a housing's transparent "cover material" to put in front of the imagers.
If you have further questions about parts and integrating, I will be happy to try to answer them. Good luck!
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Thank you for your help and information.
I was able to find the interposer cables at those sites, however, they only offer straight flex cables in a variety of lengths.
While I could use them, the most efficient setup (space-wise) is the one Intel used where the D4 board and depth module are stacked back to back. This clever setup requires a diagonal bridge (HSF cable).
Does anyone know where to buy this exact same diagonal cable?
I have contacted both Rutonik, FRAMOS, and also COCOM Consumer Electronics which is the vendor identified in the RealSense Data Sheet.
Will update when I hear back from them. In the meantime,
if anyone has any info that can lead me in the right direction please reply. Thank you! -
I checked the most recent edition of the data sheet document for the RealSense 400 Series cameras (October 2019 at the time of writing this). At the end of the section on the flexible interposer cable it provides contact details for the cable. I have put them below. It is a company in the United Kingdom.
Custom flex interposer ordering logistics
COCOM CONSUMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
Janine Langdale
email: Janine.Langdale@cc-e.co.uk
https://cocomconsumerelectronics.com/
(O) +44 (0) 1444 461620
(M) +44 (0) 7905 692131
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