Alta® ASP-F1009 1024 x 506 pixel 12micron Hamamatsu scientific camera

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Terms and Conditions
Lead time 6-8 weeks, built to order 


  • 500 KHz 16-Bit digitization
  • 32 MByte camera memory
  • Field upgradeable firmware
  • Subarray readout and fast sequencing modes

The F1009 represents the next step in the evolution of the Alta line of cameras with faster readout speeds. The Alta F1009 has a back-illuminated full frame spectroscopy format CCD with exceptionally high quantum efficiency across the visible and in the UV. The 12 micron pixels provide high spectral resolution. All Alta systems are backed by a 2 year warranty on the camera and lifetime warranty on the CCD chamber integrity.

 

Additional Features:

  • 32/64 bit ActiveX drivers included with every system
  • Programmable cooling to 55°C below ambient
  • General purpose programmable I/O port
  • Adjustable fan speed for low/zero vibration
  • Programmable status indicators
  • AR coated silica windows
  • RBI pre-flash available
  • Moisture free chambers
  • Liquid cooling option
  • Precision locking filter wheels optional

 

CCD Sensitivity

CCD Specifications
Array Size (pixels) 1024 x 506
Pixel Size 12 x 12 microns
Imaging Area 12.3 x 6.1mm (74.6mm2)
Imaging Diagonal 13.7mm
Linear Full Well (typical) 75K electrons
Dynamic Range 81 dB
QE at 400nm 58%
Peak QE (600-650nm) 89%
Anti-blooming None

 

Camera System Performance
PC Interface USB 2.0
Max. Cable Length 5 meters between hubs, 5 hubs maximum (max. total of 30m); or up to 50m with icron 2.0 Ranger extender
Digital Resolution 16 bits to 500 KHz
System Noise (typical) 15 e- RMS at 500 KHz
Pixel Binning 1 x 1 to 8 x 506 on chip
Exposure Time 20 milliseconds to 183 minutes (2.56 microsecond increments)
Image Sequencing 1 to 65535 image sequences under software control
Frame Sizes Full frame, subframe, focus mode
Cooling (typical) Thermoelectric cooler with forced air. Maximum cooling up to 55°C below ambient temperature.
Dark Current (typical) 0.2 e-/pixel/sec (-30°C)
Temperature Stability +/- 0.1°C
Operating Environment -25° to 40°C. Relative humidity: 10 to 90% non-condensing.
Power 40W maximum power with shutter open and cooling maximum. AC/DC "brick" supply with int'l AC input plug (100-240V, 50-60Hz). Alternate 12V input from user's source.
Remote Triggering LVTTL input allows exposure to start within 25 microseconds of rising edge of trigger.
Camera Head Size Standard: D02. Low profile: D06. Aluminum, hard blue anodized. 6"x6"x 2.5" (15x15x6.35 cm) Weight: 3.1 lb. (1.4 kg).
Back Focal Distance Standard: 1.025" (2.60cm). Low profile: 0.460" (1.17cm). [optical]
Mounting 3.5" bolt circle. 2" 24 TPI thread. Optional Nikon F-mount or Canon FD or EF/EOS mount.
Shutter Standard: 43mm shutter. Low profile: no shutter.