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High density LED Matrix Illuminators DL6 Series

RODER DL6 Series high-density modular LED matrix panel illuminator for machine vision and automated optical inspection

High-Density Modular LED Matrix Panel Illuminators with MCCD© Driver for Machine Vision and Optical Inspection. Direct, high-intensity panel illumination engineered for high-speed automated inspection in OEM and system-integration applications.

  • High-density LED matrix, direct high-intensity light
  • Integrated MCCD© driver, uniform current on every column
  • HTTM© thermal management for stable output
  • Modular 50 × 50 mm tiles, 100 × 100 to 500 × 500 mm
  • ON/OFF and PWM control up to 100 kHz
  • Black anodised aluminium housing, side mounting slots
  • 48-hour burn-in test with certificate
  • MCCD© Driver Technology: The integrated Multi Constant Current Driver regulates every LED column independently, ensuring perfectly uniform luminance regardless of supply-voltage fluctuations or differential LED ageing.
  • HTTM© Thermal Management: High Transmission Thermal Material conducts heat from the LED board into the aluminium housing, keeping junction temperature low for stable flux and long service life.
  • High-Density Panel Output: A dense LED matrix with integrated optics produces direct, high-intensity and homogeneous illumination for demanding high-speed inspection over large fields of view.
  • Scalable Modular Architecture: Built from 50 × 50 mm modules in sizes from 100 × 100 to 500 × 500 mm, the DL6 adapts to conveyor, backlight and direct-illumination geometries across a wide range of vision applications.
  • Certified Industrial Reliability: A black anodized aluminium housing, M8 connector and a 48-hour burn-in test with individual certificate guarantee dependable operation in demanding production environments.
  • Anti-Reflective Protection Glass: A screw-free top surface with anti-scratch, anti-reflective protective cover keeps the LED matrix clean and easy to maintain in dusty production environments.
  • Fast, Flexible Mounting: Side T-slot grooves with AISI 316 stainless steel brackets and screw kit supplied allow quick installation on frames, conveyors and optical benches without custom hardware.
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The DL6 series is an advanced family of modular LED illuminators engineered for high-precision machine vision and optical testing. Built from 50 × 50 mm modules, standard configurations scale from 100 × 100 mm up to 500 × 500 mm. The integrated MCCD© Multi Constant Current Driver delivers superior light homogeneity and immunity to input voltage fluctuations.

Constructed from anodized aluminium with side-mounting slots, the DL6 combines structural rigidity with installation ease. High Transmission Thermal Material (HTTM©) ensures optimal heat management; a screw-free top surface, anti-scratch protection glass and reverse-polarity protection complete the design. Rated 24 VDC ±5%, IP40, 0–50 °C, M8 3-pole threaded connector. With continuous lighting, ON/OFF, and PWM dimming support and a mandatory 48-hour burn-in test, the DL6 delivers certified reliability for automated optical inspection, surface defect detection, and dimensional measurement.

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Why choose this family of illuminators?

DL6 series main features
  1. Scalable Modular Geometry
    The 50 × 50 mm module system allows engineers to configure exact dimensions, from 100 × 100 to 500 × 500 mm, for any specific machine vision architecture.
  2. Industrial Connector
    Threaded fastening connector ensures easy assembly and quick disconnection during maintenance, with flexible cable grommet for safe bending radius.
  3. Aluminium Enclosure
    Black anodised aluminium enclosure ensures high heat dissipation from the LEDs and excellent mechanical robustness.
  4. 48H-Test Certificate
    Each illuminator undergoes a 48-hour test cycle; a test certificate is issued with every product to guarantee high quality.
  5. Reverse Polarity Protection
    Internal circuits are protected against reverse polarity of the supply voltage in case of incorrect power cable connection.
  6. MCCD© Internal Driver
    MCCD technology independently regulates every LED, ensuring perfectly even light across the entire matrix regardless of voltage swings.
  7. Rugged Industrial Build
    High-quality materials and professional-grade PCBs ensure stability in demanding automation and optical testing environments.
  8. Industrial Design
    Designed for industrial use on vision systems or optical test benches, targeting machine manufacturers and vision system integrators.
  9. Fast Machine Integration
    Anodised aluminium profiles with lateral slots enable quick mounting with standard brackets in any industrial setting.

Main features common to the entire DL6 family

FeatureValue
Supply voltage24 VDC ±5%
IP ratingIP40
Operating temperature0 – 50 °C
Electrical connectionM8 3-pin connector with threaded ring nut; pig-tail cable approx. 100 mm
Multi-cable modelsLarger formats have 2 cables: all cables must be connected to switch on the whole illuminator
Control modeContinuous, ON/OFF or PWM up to 100 kHz via external signal (PLC or camera)
LED driverMCCD – Multi Constant Current Driver on board; reverse polarity protection
LED coloursNeutral white 5000K (WHI) or infrared 850 nm (INF)
StructureModular 50 × 50 mm tiles; black anodised aluminium housing; screw-free top surface; anti-reflective protection glass
MountingSide groove profile; AISI 316 stainless steel brackets and screw kit supplied
CertificationsCE, RoHS. Designed and manufactured by RODER SRL in Italy (ISO 9001:2015)
Testing48-hour reliability test; test certificate supplied with every illuminator

The sizes listed below are the standard DL6 models. The series is built from 50 × 50 mm modules, so any emitting area from 100 × 100 to 500 × 500 mm in 50 mm steps can be supplied as a special product (longer lead time). See the catalogue for the complete size code table.

Application notes

Machine vision lighting for automotive inspection

Machine Vision Lighting for Automotive Inspection

Automotive manufacturing demands zero-defect quality standards. Machine vision lighting with multi-angle LED illuminators enables reliable detection of surface scratches, dimensional deviations, and assembly errors on metal and plastic components. High-intensity LED ring lights and structured illumination reveal defects invisible under standard lighting. VISIOTRONIX LED solutions deliver stable, synchronized illumination for high-speed automotive inspection lines, ensuring consistent performance across paint finishes, reflective surfaces, and complex part geometries in quality control and automated optical inspection applications.


LED illuminators for multi-angle direct illumination

LED Illuminators for Multi-Angle Direct Illumination

Multi-angle illumination eliminates shadowed areas and reveals surface irregularities on complex three-dimensional components. Low-angle LED ring lights combined with direct illumination deliver uniform coverage from multiple directions simultaneously. This approach is particularly effective for detecting raised or recessed defects on textured and reflective surfaces. VISIOTRONIX multi-angle LED systems are optimized for automated optical inspection (AOI) applications where consistent illumination geometry ensures accurate defect classification, dimensional measurement, and reliable quality control across high-speed industrial production lines.


Robot guidance on conveyor belts with LED lighting

Robot Guidance on Conveyor Belts

Precise robot guidance on conveyor belts requires stable, high-contrast illumination that delivers consistent results regardless of ambient light variations. LED ring lights and coaxial illuminators provide the structured lighting necessary for accurate object localization and orientation detection. Vision systems integrated with robotic arms rely on reliable, uniform LED illumination for repeatable pick-and-place performance. VISIOTRONIX lighting solutions support GigE Vision cameras and hardware triggering systems for fully synchronized, real-time robot guidance on industrial automated assembly lines.


Electronic component placement lighting for pick-and-place robots

Lighting Strategies for Pick-and-Place Robots

Accurate electronic component placement requires high-resolution imaging with optimal LED illumination to identify component orientation, polarity, and position with sub-millimeter precision. Machine vision lighting for pick-and-place robots must deliver high-contrast images of PCB fiducials, component leads, and solder pads under varying reflectivity conditions. VISIOTRONIX LED illuminators support high-speed inspection cycles with stable, pulse-controlled strobe lighting compatible with smart cameras and embedded vision systems used in electronics assembly and SMT production lines.

Typical applications

  • Conveyor belt inspection — high-density direct light gives uniform coverage at high line speeds
  • Surface defect detection — intense panel illumination reveals scratches, dents and contamination on parts
  • High-speed product verification — fast PWM switching synchronises with cameras on rapid production lines
  • Backlight and silhouette — large panel acts as a uniform backlight for contour and edge analysis
  • Robot guidance — stable homogeneous illumination supports robot vision feedback and pick-and-place
  • Barcode and code reading — uniform panel light ensures high contrast on flat and curved codes
  • OCR / OCV verification — flicker-free illumination supports reliable character recognition on printed packaging
  • Dimensional measurement — homogeneous high-density light enables precision part sizing in quality labs
  • PCB and electronics inspection — precise panel lighting highlights solder joints and component placement on boards
  • Pharmaceutical inspection — high-intensity matrix detects particles and defects in transparent containers
  • Packaging and labeling control — consistent illumination reveals print defects and label misalignment issues
  • Transparent material inspection — even illumination reveals inclusions and defects in clear components
  • Assembly line monitoring — uniform luminous output supports continuous automated visual inspection
  • Wide-area field of view — modular large-format panel covers big inspection areas without intensity fall-off
  • OEM machine integration — modular frame fits space-constrained automated vision and test equipment

Standard Models CatalogAdditional versions available upon request

DL6 100 × 100 mm

DL6 100 × 100 mm
  • Emitting area 100 × 100 mm, 144 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 0.48 A (white) / 0.36 A (infrared)
  • 1 × M8 3-pin cable
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-27PL-DL6-010010-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file
10-17-30PL-DL6-010010-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file

DL6 100 × 150 mm

DL6 100 × 150 mm
  • Emitting area 100 × 150 mm, 216 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 0.72 A (white) / 0.54 A (infrared)
  • 1 × M8 3-pin cable
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-31PL-DL6-010015-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file
10-17-34PL-DL6-010015-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file

DL6 100 × 200 mm

DL6 100 × 200 mm
  • Emitting area 100 × 200 mm, 288 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 0.96 A (white) / 0.72 A (infrared)
  • 1 × M8 3-pin cable
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-35PL-DL6-010020-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file
10-17-38PL-DL6-010020-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file

DL6 100 × 250 mm

DL6 100 × 250 mm
  • Emitting area 100 × 250 mm, 360 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 1.2 A (white) / 0.9 A (infrared)
  • 1 × M8 3-pin cable
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-39PL-DL6-010025-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file
10-17-42PL-DL6-010025-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file

DL6 100 × 300 mm

DL6 100 × 300 mm
  • Emitting area 100 × 300 mm, 432 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 1.44 A (white) / 1.08 A (infrared)
  • 1 × M8 3-pin cable
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-43PL-DL6-010030-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file
10-17-46PL-DL6-010030-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file

DL6 100 × 400 mm

DL6 100 × 400 mm
  • Emitting area 100 × 400 mm, 576 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 1.92 A (white) / 1.44 A (infrared)
  • 1 × M8 3-pin cable
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-47PL-DL6-010040-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file
10-17-50PL-DL6-010040-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file

DL6 100 × 500 mm

DL6 100 × 500 mm
  • Emitting area 100 × 500 mm, 720 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 2.4 A (white) / 1.8 A (infrared)
  • 2 × M8 3-pin cables (all must be connected)
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-51PL-DL6-010050-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file
10-17-54PL-DL6-010050-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file

DL6 150 × 200 mm

DL6 150 × 200 mm
  • Emitting area 150 × 200 mm, 432 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 1.44 A (white) / 1.08 A (infrared)
  • 1 × M8 3-pin cable
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-55PL-DL6-015020-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file
10-17-58PL-DL6-015020-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file

DL6 200 × 200 mm

DL6 200 × 200 mm
  • Emitting area 200 × 200 mm, 576 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 1.92 A (white) / 1.44 A (infrared)
  • 1 × M8 3-pin cable
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-59PL-DL6-020020-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file
10-17-62PL-DL6-020020-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file

DL6 200 × 250 mm

DL6 200 × 250 mm
  • Emitting area 200 × 250 mm, 720 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 2.4 A (white) / 1.8 A (infrared)
  • 2 × M8 3-pin cables (all must be connected)
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-63PL-DL6-020025-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file
10-17-66PL-DL6-020025-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file

DL6 200 × 300 mm

DL6 200 × 300 mm
  • Emitting area 200 × 300 mm, 864 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 2.88 A (white) / 2.16 A (infrared)
  • 2 × M8 3-pin cables (all must be connected)
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-67PL-DL6-020030-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file
10-17-70PL-DL6-020030-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file

DL6 300 × 300 mm

DL6 300 × 300 mm
  • Emitting area 300 × 300 mm, 1296 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 4.32 A (white) / 3.24 A (infrared)
  • 2 × M8 3-pin cables (all must be connected)
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-71PL-DL6-030030-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file
10-17-74PL-DL6-030030-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDFSTEP file

DL6 300 × 400 mm

DL6 300 × 400 mm
  • Emitting area 300 × 400 mm, 1728 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 5.76 A (white) / 4.32 A (infrared)
  • 4 × M8 3-pin cables (all must be connected)
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-75PL-DL6-030040-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDF—
10-17-78PL-DL6-030040-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDF—

DL6 400 × 400 mm

DL6 400 × 400 mm
  • Emitting area 400 × 400 mm, 2304 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 7.68 A (white) / 5.76 A (infrared)
  • 4 × M8 3-pin cables (all must be connected)
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-79PL-DL6-040040-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDF—
10-17-82PL-DL6-040040-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDF—

DL6 500 × 500 mm

DL6 500 × 500 mm
  • Emitting area 500 × 500 mm, 3600 LEDs
  • Neutral white 5000K or infrared 850 nm
  • 24 VDC, 12 A (white) / 9 A (infrared)
  • 4 × M8 3-pin cables (all must be connected)
SKUProduct codeColorDatasheetDrawingSTEP
10-17-83PL-DL6-050050-WHI-A00000● NEUTRAL WHITE 5000KDatasheet PDFDrawing PDF—
10-17-86PL-DL6-050050-INF-A00000● INFRARED 850 nmDatasheet PDFDrawing PDF—

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the DL6 series different from standard LED panel illuminators?

The DL6 uses a 50 × 50 mm modular architecture (100 × 100 to 500 × 500 mm) with integrated MCCD drivers, delivering perfectly uniform current distribution across the matrix. This ensures stable light homogeneity regardless of power supply fluctuations, critical for repeatable machine vision inspections.

Can the DL6 series be used for backlight applications?

Yes. By placing an optional diffuser glass at the correct distance, the DL6 becomes an economical high-luminosity backlight, suitable for silhouette inspection, dimensional measurement, and transparent object detection.

What control modes does the DL6 series support?

The DL6 supports continuous, ON/OFF, and PWM dimming modes. The integrated driver allows high-speed synchronization with industrial cameras, enabling precise triggering for fast production line inspection.

What certifications and quality tests are applied to DL6 illuminators?

Every DL6 illuminator undergoes a mandatory 48-hour burn-in test in RODER Italian laboratories. Units carry CE certification for safe industrial deployment.

Contact for general information : info@roder.it
Systems and Sensor Integration Partner : www.roder.it
RODER Artificial Vision Division : www.visiotronix.com
RODER Instruments Division : www.innovacheck.com
More information about VISIOTRONIX : about us

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