Camera Cable
This cable connects the camera to the Farmduino through the y-axis cable carrier.
Common specs
cable | Shielded 28AWG/1p + 24AWG/2c 1p = 1 twisted pair (for data) 2c = 2 core (for power) |
connector 1 | 4-pin female waterproof 90 degree connector |
connector 2 | Straight USB-C connector |
labels | CAM |
Purchase | The FarmBot Shop |
notes | Cable must be shielded USB cable or there will be EMI issues. |
Variant specs
Camera Cable - USB-C, 2.1m
length | 2.1m |
Price | $15.00 |
Quantity - Express | 1 |
Quantity - Express XL | 0 |
internal part name | Camera Cable - USB-C, 2.1m (Express) |
rev | B |
cost | $5.70 |
Camera Cable - USB-C, 3.3m
length | 3.3m |
Price | $20.00 |
Quantity - Express | 0 |
Quantity - Express XL | 1 |
internal part name | Camera Cable - USB-C, 3.3m (Express XL) |
rev | B |
cost | $6.50 |
Component tests
Test | Description | Target | Tolerance |
---|---|---|---|
Length | Measure the length of the cable using a measuring tape. | See BOM spec | +/- 20mm |
Diameter | Measure the diameter of the cable using digital calipers. | 5mm | +/- 0.5mm |
Cable | Inspect the spec of the cable. | Shielded 28AWG/1p + 24AWG/2c 1p = 1 twisted pair (for data) 2c = 2 core (for power) |
N/A |
Color | Inspect the color of the cable. | Black | N/A |
Labels | Inspect both ends for labels. | Should be labeled “CAM” | N/A |
Function | Use the camera cable to connect a camera to the Farmduino Express. Take a photo using the web app. | Image should be captured as expected | N/A |
90 degree connector | Connect the 90 degree connector to a camera and submerge into a cup of water. Take a photo using the web app. | The connector should make a waterproof connection, allowing an image to be captured as expected | N/A |
Electronics box fit | Connect the camera cable to the Raspberry Pi in a fully assembled electronics box. | Cable and connector should fit | N/A |