JAI SDK

Software Development Kit for JAI Cameras.

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Overview

The JAI SDK is a free software package that provides a common programming interface for all JAI cameras, regardless of the interface (GigE Vision, USB3 Vision, CoaXPress). It is based on the GenICam standard and is designed to provide an easy-to-use and stable platform for developing machine vision applications with JAI cameras. The SDK comes with the JAI Control Tool for camera evaluation, setup, and testing.

✨ Key Features

  • Free of charge
  • GenICam-based API
  • Supports all JAI cameras and interfaces
  • Includes JAI Control Tool for camera configuration
  • Sample applications and documentation
  • High-performance drivers

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • Optimized for JAI's specialized cameras (e.g., multi-sensor, prism-based)
  • Free and easy to use
  • Unified API across all JAI camera models

Unique Value: Provides a free, stable, and unified software platform for developers to leverage the full capabilities of JAI's diverse range of industrial cameras.

🎯 Use Cases (5)

Image acquisition for custom vision applications Industrial inspection and automation Outdoor and traffic imaging Medical and scientific applications Food sorting

✅ Best For

  • Print inspection (using line scan cameras)
  • Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS)
  • Life sciences
  • Industrial automation

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

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

🏆 Alternatives

Basler pylon Camera Software Suite IDS peak FLIR Spinnaker SDK

Offers specific optimizations for JAI's unique camera technologies, such as multi-sensor prism cameras, which may not be fully supported by generic third-party SDKs.

💻 Platforms

Desktop (Windows, Linux)

✅ Offline Mode Available

🔌 Integrations

C++, C#, and Python support Compatibility with third-party vision libraries (HALCON, VisionPro, etc.)

🛟 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 Available

Free tier: The JAI SDK is free of charge.

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