Bosch Target, Universal, ADAS

Description

Bosch CTA218-1 Universal ADAS Target Board ÔÇö Bosch DAS 3000 Calibration System

Built for use with the Bosch DAS 3000 ADAS recalibration system, the Bosch CTA218-1 is a universal calibration target board engineered to support static camera recalibration procedures. Shops performing windshield replacements, front-end collision repairs, or any service that disturbs a forward-facing camera need a correctly specified target board to complete the calibration sequence. For vehicles that don’t call for a brand-specific pattern target, the CTA218-1 is the board you need.

What This Target Board Does

Static ADAS calibration works by positioning a precisely printed target panel at a defined distance and angle directly in front of the vehicle. The DAS 3000 frame holds the target at the required height and lateral alignment; the target’s visual pattern is what the camera system locks onto as it steps through the recalibration sequence. The CTA218-1 features a universal pattern that supports calibration procedures across a broad range of makes and models ÔÇö specifically those that do not require a manufacturer-specific target board.

• Designed for Bosch DAS 3000: Mounts directly to the DAS 3000 recalibration fixture with no adapters or workarounds required.
• Universal Pattern: Covers vehicles where brand-specific CTA-series target boards are not required for the calibration procedure.
• Static Calibration Use: Supports forward-facing camera recalibration following windshield replacement, camera R&R, or front suspension and alignment work that displaces sensor aim.
• Guided Workflow Compatible: Fully compatible with the on-screen guided calibration workflow in the Bosch ADS 525X and ADS 625X scan tools, which direct target placement and confirm correct positioning before the calibration routine executes.
• Durable Construction: Engineered for repeated shop use ÔÇö the target surface must remain flat, undamaged, and clean to ensure accurate calibration outcomes.

When Do You Need This Target?

Whenever a forward-facing camera is disturbed during a repair, the vehicle’s ADAS system must be recalibrated before it leaves the shop. Common triggers that require calibration include:

• Windshield replacement (the camera mounts to the glass or to a bracket attached to the glass)
• Camera removal and reinstallation for any reason
• Front-end collision repair involving the bumper, grille, or radiator support
• Suspension or steering component replacement that alters thrust angle or ride height
• Wheel alignment service on vehicles with front-facing cameras that reference road geometry during calibration

Skipping calibration means lane keep assist, automatic emergency braking, and other camera-dependent safety systems may function incorrectly or generate fault codes. The liability exposure and comeback risk are genuine concerns. The CTA218-1 is the tool that closes that gap and lets the vehicle leave your shop properly calibrated.

How It Fits Into the DAS 3000 Workflow

The Bosch DAS 3000 positions its recalibration frame using wheel-hub thrust-angle markers and defined distance measurements. The ADS 525X or ADS 625X scan tool guides the technician through each setup step. Once the frame is set and the appropriate target board is mounted, the scan tool launches the calibration sequence. The vehicle’s camera captures the target pattern, the module recalibrates, and the scan tool delivers pass/fail confirmation upon completion. On applicable vehicles, the CTA218-1 is the target board mounted to the DAS 3000 frame for this procedure.

Compatible Equipment

• Required Frame: Bosch DAS 3000 ADAS Recalibration Fixture
• Compatible Scan Tools: Bosch ADS 525X, Bosch ADS 625X
• Positioning System: Bosch ADAS Positioning (BAP) System (for assisted frame placement)
• Target Type: Universal ÔÇö for vehicles not requiring a brand-specific CTA-series pattern board

If you’re unsure whether a given vehicle requires the CTA218-1 universal board or a brand-specific target, reach out to us. We can cross-reference the vehicle make against the DAS 3000 target selection guide and confirm the correct board before you place your order.

Why Buy From ADAS Calibration Tools?

• ADAS Specialists: We sell and support Bosch ADAS equipment daily. We know how the DAS 3000 system works and which targets apply to which vehicles.
• Free Shipping: No handling fees, no freight surprises on orders like this.
• Free Tech Support: Call 800-123-4567 with setup questions, target selection questions, or workflow questions. You’ll get real answers from people who know the equipment.
• Full Manufacturer Warranty: Covered under Bosch’s standard warranty policy.
• Honest Guidance: If a brand-specific target is what you actually need instead of the universal board, we’ll let you know before you waste a trip.

Call 800-123-4567 for quick answers and help!