IDS peak

The all-in-one software for your vision cameras.

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Overview

IDS peak is a modern, platform-independent software development kit (SDK) for IDS industrial cameras. It is designed to provide an easy and intuitive programming experience for users. Based on the standards of the European Machine Vision Association (EMVA) and the AIA (Automated Imaging Association), it allows for straightforward use of IDS cameras with GenICam, GigE Vision, and USB3 Vision.

✨ Key Features

  • GenICam-based SDK
  • Supports GigE Vision and USB3 Vision
  • Platform-independent (Windows, Linux)
  • Easy-to-use C++, C#, and Python API
  • Includes IDS peak cockpit for camera configuration and testing
  • Free of charge

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • Modern and intuitive API design
  • Completely free of charge
  • Optimized for IDS cameras, including their AI-based NXT models

Unique Value: Offers a modern, easy-to-use, and completely free SDK for developers to quickly and efficiently build applications with IDS cameras.

🎯 Use Cases (5)

Image acquisition for industrial and non-industrial applications Machine vision and automation Medical technology Logistics Robotics

✅ Best For

  • Quality inspection
  • Measurement technology
  • Embedded vision systems

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • Users who need a complete vision application without coding
  • Applications not using IDS cameras

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Provides a more modern and arguably more intuitive API compared to some older SDKs, while being specifically tailored to the IDS hardware ecosystem.

💻 Platforms

Desktop (Windows, Linux)

✅ Offline Mode Available

🔌 Integrations

C++, C#, Python support Integration with third-party machine vision libraries

🛟 Support Options

  • ✓ Email Support
  • ✓ Phone Support
  • ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies by region tier)

🔒 Compliance & Security

✓ GenICam ✓ GigE Vision ✓ USB3 Vision

💰 Pricing

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Free tier: IDS peak is free of charge.

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