Description
The pco.dimax cs camera series has been specifically designed for harsh and demanding applications, inter alia, vehicle crash tests or microscopy experiments. Therefore, the cameras are compact, lightweight and ruggedized, allowing for being mounted in a multitude of positions (onboard, off-board). The pco.dimax cs1 achieves frame rates of up to 3086 fps at a resolution of 1296 x 1024 pixels. Its excellent light sensitivity and outstanding image quality classify the slow motion videos for precise analysis and measurements.
A unique capability of all pco.dimax systems is the built-in automatic image calibration that requires no user intervention. The small, lightweight and ruggedized form factor allows for mounting in a multitude of positions. A quick-change lens adapter for popular mounts such as C, F and EF provides the highest test site flexibility. For on-site ease of viewing, an HD-SDI video output and automated lens control are included. With secure synchronization in multi-camera environments, the pco.dimax CS will provide crisp, brilliant colour images in any challenging car safety testing situation. Use the pco.dimax CS1 camera with the latest software from PCO.
Key Features:
- 3086 fps @ 1296 x 1024 resolution
- 85 x 85 x 102.5 mm compact measurement
- 12 bit dynamic range
- 9 GB internal camera memory
- high-G ruggedized body (150G for 11 ms)
- secure trigger & sync modes
- excellent light sensitivity
- quick-change lens adapter
- automatic image calibration
- HD-SDI output
- electronic Canon lens control (optional)
Technical Specification:
| Unit | Setpoint | pco.dimax cs1 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resolution (hor x vert) | pixel | 1296 x 1024 | |
| Pixel Size (hor x vert) | µm | 11.0 x 11.0 | |
| Peak Quantum Efficiency | % | @ 600 nm typ. | 50 |
| Dynamic Range A/D | bit | 12 | |
| Readout Noise | e- med | 22 |
|
| Frame Rate | fps | mono (colour) | 3086 |
| Exposure Time Range | 1.5 µs - 40 ms | ||
| Region of Interest (ROI) | steps of | 24 x 4 pixel (centered) | |
| Optical Input | F-mount, C-mount | ||
| Data Interface | GigE |
Quantum Efficiency Curve:
pco.dimax cs monochrome sensor quantum efficiency curve
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