How To Choose between Side-view And Direct-view Image Output for The Endoscope Camera Module?

The choice between side view and direct view of the endoscope camera module for image output mainly depends on your inspection requirements. Direct-view lenses are suitable for large-scale inspections in open Spaces, such as the inner walls of pipes or engine blocks. They offer a wide field of view and distortion-free images, making them ideal for quickly identifying obvious defects. Side-view lenses are suitable for narrow or concealed areas, such as the back of turbine blades or the gap between precise gears, and can bypass obstacles to capture details that are difficult to see directly.

If the detection scene includes both an open area and complex corners, it is recommended to choose a straight side view integrated module, which can flexibly switch perspectives and balance efficiency and comprehensiveness. This kind of scheme is very common in industrial quality inspection, such as inspecting the inner wall and weld quality of the pipeline simultaneously.

Finally, technical parameters such as resolution, distortion control and pipeline adaptability should also be taken into consideration. Side-view lenses require better optical calibration to reduce image distortion, while direct-view lenses are more adaptable to pipe diameters. It will be more efficient to choose based on actual needs or consult the manufacturer to customize a solution.