MWIR Camera

STN Series Uncooled MWIR Infrared Camera

1. Uncooled 128x128pixels MWIR Infrared Camera

Features

• Uncooled MWIR 128x128 pixels infrared camera with high-speed frame rates up to 4000 frames per second

• Configurable ROI windowing (allows faster frame rates)

• Maximum added value and affordability to ensure a full integration in the industry 4.0 applications

• Multiple industrial applications: machine vision, laser process monitoring, gas detection, QA

Typical Applications

• Additive manufacturing

• Industrial process monitoring

• Machine vision

• Gas and flame detection

• Spectroscopy

• Glass manufacturing quality assurance

• R&D industries

• Automotive industry

• Home appliance manufacturing

• Metallurgy and steel industry

• Petrochemical industry

• Glass manufacturing industry

Specifications

• Detector type: VPD PbSe FPA with digital interface, uncooled operation

• Array format: 128x128 (16384 pixels)

• Pixel size: 50x50um (square format)

• Spectral range: MWIR, 1.0μm to 5.0μm

• Peak wavelength of detection: 3.7microns

• Integration time: 10-1000μs, selectable

• Raw data communication, 14 bit

• Interfaces: GigE version2.0 (GenICam compatible) with PoE; Multipurpose DI/DO connector (trigger IN/OUT) (cable sold separately)

• Maximum frame rate: 4000fps

• ROI windowing function

• Mechanical shutter for 1-pt offset correction

• Start-up time: ＜ 10 seconds

• Power supply: PoE, 8 W (non-PoE operation requires 12 VDC)

• Metal housing with rear connectors and tripod screw holes (M3 and M4)

• Dimensions and weight (w/o optics): 66(L)x62(W)x62(H)(mm), 400 grams

• Optics (standard option): f=35 mm, F#1.1, FoV 10.5ºx10.5º, AR coating (1-5μm), manual focus with CS-mount interface

• Software included: acquisition and visualization SW; SDK available for custom software programming

• Minimum temperature of detection: 100ºC

2. Uncooled MWIR(1-5um) Camera

Features

• Uncooled MWIR camera IP67-rated with industrial USB connection and 1 kHz frame rate

• Optimized size and affordable cost to ensure a perfect integration in the production process: priced for cost sensitive machine vision applications!

Applications

• Industrial manufacturing process control (welding, cutting, etc.)

• Industrial automation

• Laser process monitoring

• Gas and fl ame detection

• Machine vision

• OEM integration

Industries

• Automotive industry

• Home appliance manufacturing

• Metallurgy and steel industry

• Glass manufacturing

• Petrochemical industry

Specifications

• Part number: STN-1024

• Miniaturized uncooled infrared MWIR camera for industrial applications

• Band of detection: MWIR (1 - 5 microns)

• Peak wavelength of detection: 3.7 microns

• FPA resolution: 32x32 (1024 pixels)

• Shutter incorporated for 1-pt offset correction

• Integration time: adjustment via software (100 – 500 us)

• Maximum frame rate: 1000 Hz (slower rates are possible)

• Global-shutter (snapshot) image acquisition

• Electrical interface: USB powered, industrial M12 mini-USB connector in the back (optional: connector in the bottom part)

• Communication interface: USB 2.0, high-speed (up to 480 Mbps)

• Data transmission: raw data, 10 bits

• Lens: f=24 mm, F#1.2, FoV 10.2ºx10.2º (IP67-rated)

• Optional lens: f=48 mm, F#1.6, FoV 5.1ºx5.1º (IP67-rated)

• Integrated temperature sensor

• Dimensions (in mm): 98.0 (L) x 49.5 (W) x 61.0 (H) (connector in the back)

• Weight: 250 grams

• Minimum temperature of detection: 100 ºC

• IP67-rated metal housing with CS-mount optics interface

• Water-block and DLC coating for harsh environment

• Software included: NIT SOFTWARE SUITE (Acquisition and visualization SW)

• DLL for custom software development available

3. Inline Infrared Imaging Monitoring System for industrial Processes (Laser & Arc Welding, LMD/cladding, WAAM, others)

• Inline infrared imaging monitoring system for industrial process monitoring

• Continuous monitoring and measurement of the melt pool and heat-affected-zone (HAZ) geometry

• Ensures quality monitoring

• Allows coaxial integration and off-axis operation

• Standalone operation

• 2-alarm levels configuration, PC data ogging

• Main applications: laser welding, LMD, cladding, WAAM, others

4. Closed Loop Control for Laser Power in LMD/Cladding Processes

• Continuous monitoring and measurement of the melt pool geometry

• Closed-loop control of the laser power during the complete process, ensuring quality and repeatibility

• Compatible with most of laser optics and powders

• Easy mechanical integration and quick configuration

• Consistent operation, no need of reconfiguration during the process

• Main applications: LMD and cladding

STL Series Cooled MWIR Cameras

STL series MWIR camera is developed with resolution 640x512pixels, wavelength range 3.7~4.8um, standard CL connector, supporting standard analog PAL video and external trigger. The camera is Stirling refrigerator cooled and provides with 14bit and 117Hz output.

Features

1. Digital image detail enhancement (DDE)

2. Low noise

3. 14bit digital signal output

4. High stability, adapt to harsh environment

5. Short delivery time

Quantum efficiency

Comparisons of Images

The pictures on the right are the images with digital image detail enhancement (DDE turned on).