Cognex
Cognex In-Sight 3800
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
$8,500
BEST FOR
Production line automation
AVOID IF
Budget is primary constraint and manual alternatives exist
PAYBACK
TBD
COMPLEXITY
TBD
High-performance embedded vision system with edge-learning AI for defect detection and classification. Processes 300+ parts per minute inline. Self-contained camera, lighting, and processing in IP67 housing.
Other
| Ai | Edge Learning classification |
| Type | Embedded vision system |
| Housing | IP67 self-contained |
| Lighting | Integrated multi-color LED |
| Interface | EtherNet/IP, PROFINET |
| Resolution | 5 MP |
| Throughput | 300+ parts/min |
Purchase Costs
MSRP
$8,500
CURRENT
$8,500
Operating Costs (Annual)
MAINTENANCE LOW
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MAINTENANCE HIGH
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5-Year Summary
$8,500
Purchase price + estimated 5 years maintenance
Monthly savings
$8,333
Payback period
2mo
3-year net ROI
3429%
5-year savings
$491,500
| Interval | Task | Est. Time | Est. Cost | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | Visual inspection & debris removal | 5–10 min | — | Operator |
| Weekly | Sensor calibration check & log review | 15–30 min | — | Operator |
| Monthly | Lubrication, belt/chain tension check | 1–2 hrs | $50–150 | Technician |
| 6-Month | Full mechanical inspection & software update | 4–8 hrs | $500–2,000 | Certified Tech |
| Annual | Comprehensive overhaul & recalibration | 1–2 days | $2,000–10,000 | OEM / Partner |
Service Details
Operator Training
Contact Vendor
Typical Training Plan
SAFETY & BASICS
2–4 hours
OPERATIONS
4–16 hours
TROUBLESHOOTING
2–8 hours
MAINTENANCE
4–16 hours
Before purchasing the Cognex In-Sight 3800, ask the vendor these critical questions:
- 01What is the total cost of ownership over 5 years?
- 02What does the warranty cover, and what's excluded?
- 03What is your average response time for critical issues?
- 04Can you provide references from similar deployments?
- 05Is a pilot program available before full commitment?
... and 15 more critical questions
Purchase Price
$8,500
Est. Annual Maintenance
Contact Vendor
5-Year Total
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Cost per Shift
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Cost per Hour
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Based on industry averages. Actual costs vary.
Cognex
Founded
EST. 1981(45 years)
Funding
NOT DISCLOSED
Employees
NOT DISCLOSED
HQ
US
Vendor Health Score
NOT RATED
No certifications listed
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