Intel RealSense D405 Depth Camera

Explore ultra-close-range perception with the Intel RealSense D405 Depth Camera, a compact stereo solution engineered for precision in proximity-focused applications. This short-range depth camera delivers sub-millimeter accuracy within a focused working envelope, making it ideal for robotics, miniaturized 3D scanning, hand‑eye coordination, and interactive environments where depth judgment at close distances matters. With a rapid 90 fps depth stream and USB 3.2 Gen 1 connectivity, developers gain a reliable tool for real-time perception, rapid prototyping, and production-ready integrations. The D405 is designed to perform in tight spaces, providing dependable depth data that powers accurate object detection, collision avoidance, and precise manipulation in near-field scenarios.

• Sub-millimeter depth accuracy at close range (7 cm to 50 cm), enabling precise measurements and fine-grained object detection in near-field environments.
• High-speed depth stream at up to 90 frames per second, ensuring smooth motion capture, real-time tracking, and responsive perception in robotics and AR/VR workflows.
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface for high-bandwidth data transfer, supporting robust streaming of depth data and synchronized color streams for integrated computer vision pipelines.
• Compact, rugged stereo depth camera with a design optimized for close-range computer vision, allowing seamless integration into compact robotic agents, desktop setups, and lab benches.
• Developer-friendly with Intel RealSense SDK 2.0 compatibility across Windows and Linux platforms, extensive documentation, sample code, and an active community to accelerate development and deployment.

Technical Details of Intel RealSense D405

• Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1
• Depth range: 7 cm to 50 cm
• Depth accuracy: Sub-millimeter
• Frame rate: Up to 90 fps
• Software support: Intel RealSense SDK 2.0 (Windows and Linux)

How to install Intel RealSense D405

• Install Intel RealSense SDK 2.0 on your operating system (Windows or Linux) from the official Intel RealSense website and install the RealSense runtime components to enable full device support.
• Connect the D405 to your computer using a USB 3.2 Gen 1 port with a compatible high-speed USB cable to ensure maximum data throughput and stable depth streaming.
• Launch the Intel RealSense Viewer to verify that depth and, if desired, color streams are detected and stable. Use the viewer to inspect streaming quality, alignment, and basic calibration status.
• In your application, initialize the RealSense pipeline, select the D405 device, and configure the depth stream parameters to match your use case (range, resolution, and frame rate).
• Calibrate and validate alignment between depth and color streams if you are using RGB data in conjunction with depth data, then integrate the D405 into your robotics, perception, or 3D scanning workflow.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the ideal use case for the D405?

  A: The D405 excels in close-range depth sensing, precise object detection, and miniaturized 3D scanning within a working range of approximately 7 cm to 50 cm, delivering sub-millimeter depth accuracy for accurate measurements and reliable spatial understanding in near-field environments.

• Q: What interface does the D405 use and why does it matter?

  A: It uses USB 3.2 Gen 1, which provides sufficient bandwidth to support high-frame-rate depth streams and synchronized data (often with color data) for robust perception pipelines in real time.

• Q: Is there software support for the D405?

  A: Yes. The D405 is supported by the Intel RealSense SDK 2.0, with samples and documentation that help you integrate depth sensing into robotics, AR/VR, and computer vision projects on Windows and Linux platforms.

• Q: Do I need special calibration to use the D405 effectively?

  A: While the RealSense SDK provides calibration tools and sample workflows, you should verify alignment between depth and color streams and conduct periodic checks in production environments to maintain peak accuracy in close-range applications.

• Q: Can the D405 be used in conjunction with other RealSense cameras?

  A: Yes. The D405 can be integrated into broader perception systems alongside other RealSense devices, enabling multi-camera setups that expand field of view and depth sensing capabilities for more complex scenes.