LMI Gocator 2300 Series Workhorse 3D Laser Line Profile Sensors

The workhorse 3D laser line profiler family behind thousands of factory deployments worldwide. The Gocator 2300 Series doubles the X resolution and dramatically increases scan rates over the entry-level 2100 Series - delivering megapixel-grade 3D inspection in the same compact form factor.

The Gocator 2300 Series is LMI Technologies' workhorse family of all-in-one 3D smart sensors, built for the demanding industrial conditions of the factory floor. Seven optical models share a megapixel imager that delivers 1280 data points per profile - exactly double the X resolution of the entry-level 2100 Series in the same compact mechanical footprint. Scan rates approach 5 kHz at the higher-resolution models, enabling inline inspection on fast-moving conveyors, robotic stations, and high-volume production lines where the 2100 Series cannot keep cycle time. The 2300 Series also adds Class 3B laser options on the mid-range models for scanning dark, absorptive, or low-reflectivity surfaces that defeat lower-power laser configurations.

Key Features

• Megapixel imager with 1280 data points per profile across every model
• Scan rates from approximately 170 Hz to 5000 Hz depending on configuration
• 660 nm red laser in Class 2, Class 3R, or Class 3B (model-dependent)
• Field of view up to 1260 mm and measurement range up to 1350 mm
• Factory pre-calibrated - delivers real-world XYZ coordinates out of the box
• Gigabit Ethernet interface for real-time 3D data delivery to host systems
• Browser-based GUI with onboard measurement tools - no installed software, no programming required
• Open-source SDK for integration with custom applications, PLCs, robots, and third-party image processing libraries
• IP67 aluminum housing, vibration and shock resistant for factory floor deployment
• Lightweight design - 0.74 to 1.3 kg depending on model - suitable for robot arm mounting
• Multi-sensor networking via Master 100/400/800/1200/2400 controllers
• Same mechanical footprint as the Gocator 2100 Series - upgrade in place with no mounting changes

Gocator 2300 Series Model Comparison

All seven 2300 Series models share the same megapixel imager and 1280 data points per profile. Models differ in optical configuration - clearance distance, measurement range, field of view, and resolution - to match the part size and standoff requirements of the application.

Specifications based on standard laser classes. Linearity Z, Resolution Z, and Repeatability Z may vary by laser class. All Gocator 2300 Series models use a 660 nm red laser. Optical models, laser classes, and packages can be customized - contact Automation Distribution for details. Refer to the official Gocator Line Profile Sensor user manual for full specifications.

How to Choose Your Model and Part Number

All seven Gocator 2300 Series models are available in Class 2 and Class 3R laser configurations. The Gocator 2330, 2340, and 2350 add a Class 3B option for scanning dark, absorptive, or low-reflectivity surfaces. The Gocator 2320 is supplied in Side Mount orientation; the 2330 through 2380 are supplied in Top Mount orientation. Contact Automation Distribution for custom optical models, laser classes, or mount configurations.

Gocator 2100 vs 2300: Which Series Do I Need?

The 2100 and 2300 Series share the same mechanical footprint, the same optical configurations, the same software ecosystem, and the same accessories - so picking between them comes down to three factors: resolution, scan speed, and target material.

Because the mechanical envelopes match, systems can be upgraded from a 2100 to a 2300 with no machine modifications - same mounting holes, same standoff distances, same cordsets.

Typical Applications

Industrial Construction and Connectivity

Software, Integration, and Networking

• Browser-based configuration GUI - set up the sensor, build measurement tools, and visualize real-time 3D data from any device with a web browser. No installed clients to manage.
• Onboard measurement tools - run gauging, geometric, and feature-extraction tools directly on the sensor without an external PC.
• Open-source SDK and native drivers - integrate with your application, image processing pipeline, robot, or PLC using C-based libraries supported across every Gocator model.
• Multi-sensor networking via LMI Master controllers (Master 100, 400, 800, 1200, 2400) for synchronized power, laser safety, encoder, and trigger distribution across 4, 8, 12, or 24 sensors.
• Free Gocator Emulator - test and validate measurement solutions on recorded data in a virtual browser-based sensor before deploying to live production.
• Compatible with the GoMax Smart Vision Accelerator for offloaded point cloud processing and AI inference.
• Compatible with the GoPxL Anomaly Detector for AI-based surface defect detection on 2D intensity or 3D height-map data.

Compatible Accessories

Round out your Gocator 2300 deployment with factory-correct hardware and software accessories available through Automation Distribution: LMI Cordsets in 90-degree and straight orientations for power, I/O, and Ethernet; the GoMax Smart Vision Accelerator for offloading point cloud processing and enabling AI inference; the GoPxL Anomaly Detector for AI-based defect detection; and LMI Master network controllers for multi-sensor systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Gocator 2300 Series used for?

The Gocator 2300 Series is LMI Technologies' workhorse family of 3D laser line profile sensors, deployed across high-volume inline inspection applications worldwide. Typical uses include weld bead profiling, dimensional gauging, tire and rubber inspection, lumber and panel profiling, robot-mounted assembly verification, and precision machined part measurement. The megapixel imager and fast scan rates make the 2300 Series the right choice when the entry-level 2100 Series cannot keep cycle time. View the Gocator 2300 Series at Automation Distribution.

What is the difference between Gocator 2100 and Gocator 2300?

The 2300 Series uses a megapixel imager with 1280 data points per profile on every model - double the X resolution of the 2100 Series. Scan rates run from approximately 170 Hz to 5000 Hz, dramatically faster than the entry-level 2100. The 2330, 2340, and 2350 models also add a Class 3B laser option for scanning dark, absorptive, or low-reflectivity surfaces. Mechanically, the two series share identical mounting footprints and optical configurations, so a system designed around the 2100 can be upgraded to the 2300 without machine modifications.

What laser classes are available on the Gocator 2300 Series?

All seven 2300 Series models ship in Class 2 or Class 3R at 660 nm red wavelength. The mid-range models - Gocator 2330, 2340, and 2350 - add a Class 3B option for higher laser power on dark, absorptive, or low-reflectivity surfaces (tire tread, rubber, dark plastics, anodized metals). Class 3B requires more rigorous laser safety controls including remote interlocks, key controls, and beam attenuators. Contact Automation Distribution at 1-888-600-3080 for application-specific recommendations.

How fast does the Gocator 2300 scan?

Scan rates run from approximately 170 Hz to 5000 Hz depending on the model and configuration. Tighter measurement ranges and reduced regions of interest yield the higher scan rates; full-frame scanning at the maximum measurement range runs slower. For fast-moving inline applications - high-speed conveyors, robotic stations, or web inspection - the 2300 Series easily exceeds the cycle time requirements of the entry-level 2100 Series.

Top Mount or Side Mount: which Gocator 2300 do I order?

Mount orientation refers to the position of the I/O and power connectors relative to the laser emitter, which determines how the sensor fits into your machine envelope. The Gocator 2320 is supplied in Side Mount configuration. The Gocator 2330, 2340, 2350, 2370, 2375, and 2380 are supplied in Top Mount configuration. If your installation requires a different orientation, contact Automation Distribution for custom options.

Can I network multiple Gocator 2300 sensors together?

Yes. LMI Master network controllers (Master 100, 400, 800, 1200, and 2400) support 4, 8, 12, or 24 Gocator connections with synchronized power, laser safety, encoder input, and external trigger distribution. Each Gocator transmits 3D profile data to the host computer through standard Ethernet switches. Multi-sensor configurations enable wider target coverage, multi-side simultaneous scanning, and 360-degree inspection stations.

Is the Gocator 2300 factory-calibrated?

Yes. Every Gocator 2300 Series sensor is factory pre-calibrated and delivers real-world XYZ coordinates straight from the box. There is no on-site calibration routine required during commissioning.