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Photometrics CoolSNAP KINO CCD Camera

Photometrics CoolSNAP KINO CCD Camera

Photometrics CoolSNAP KINO CCD Camera

Product catalog summary
Overview
The CoolSNAP™ KINO Monochrome CCD camera is designed for high-resolution and high-sensitivity imaging in moderate-light life science applications. It is particularly suited for applications such as fixed cell imaging, electrophysiology, immunofluorescence, near-infrared DIC, and calcium/ion imaging.
Specifications
  • CCD Sensor: Sony® ICX-674 Interline CCD
  • Imaging Array: 1940 x 1460 with 4.54 x 4.54 µm pixels
  • Imaging Area: 8.8 x 6.6 mm (11mm diagonal, 2/3” format)
  • Linear Full-Well Capacity: 12,000e-
  • Read Noise: 7e- @ 20MHz, 6e- @ 10MHz, 5e- @ 1.25MHz
  • Nonlinearity: <1%
  • Digitization: 14-bit at 20MHz, 10MHz, 1.25MHz
  • Cooling: 20°C
  • Dark Current: 0.07 e-/pixel/second @ 20°C
  • Operating Environment: 0 to 30°C ambient, 0-80% relative humidity non-condensing
  • Triggering Modes: Trigger First Mode, Strobe Mode, Bulb Mode
  • Power Requirements: 5V DC, 4A Maximum
Features and Benefits
  • High Spatial Resolution: 1940 x 1460 imaging array with 4.54 x 4.54 µm pixels for capturing fine details.
  • High Quantum Efficiency: Approximately 75% peak quantum efficiency for high sensitivity.
  • High-Speed Readout: 20 MHz readout to maximize temporal resolution.
  • USB 2.0 Interface: Ensures easy connectivity and setup.
  • Binning: Increases frame rate and signal-to-noise performance.
  • 14-bit Digitization: Allows quantification of both bright and dim signals in the same image.
  • No Fan: Ideal for vibration-sensitive applications.
  • C-mount Compatibility: Easily attaches to microscopes, standard lenses, or optical equipment.
  • Acquisition Software: Captures, analyzes, and saves high-resolution images.
  • PVCam® Driver: Supported in a wide range of third-party software packages.
  • Operating System Support: Compatible with Windows 7 64-bit/32-bit.
Performance
The camera supports various binning modes to enhance frame rates and signal-to-noise ratios. Frame rates are measured at 20 MHz with 0-millisecond exposure times, ranging from 6.3 frames per second at 1x1 binning to 42.6 frames per second at 4x4 binning.
Conclusion
The CoolSNAP™ KINO camera offers a robust solution for life sciences imaging, providing high resolution, sensitivity, and flexibility for various applications. Its features and specifications make it suitable for detailed imaging tasks in controlled environments.
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Catalog excerpts

Photometrics CoolSNAP KINO CCD Camera-1

CoolSNAP ™ KINO Datasheet HIGH PERFORMANCE EMCCD & CCD CAMERAS FOR LIFE SCIENCES 1940 x 1460 imaging array 4.54 x 4.54 µm pixels The CoolSNAP KINO Monochrome CCD camera is a high resolution, high sensitivity imaging solution for moderate-light life science applications. It provides high spatial resolution for capturing fine details with its Primary applications 4.54µm pixel pitch with 14-bit digitization at Fixed Cell Imaging Quantum Efficiency enables users to acquire exceptionally detailed images with clean backgrounds and the option to maximize Calcium/Ion Imaging performance using binning. High spatial resolution for imaging finer details High Quantum Efficiency ~75% peak quantum efficiency delivers high sensitivity High Speed readout to maximize temporal resolution Easy connectibility and setup Increase frame rate and signal-to-noise performance Quantify bright and dim signals in the same image Ideal for vibration-sensitive applications Easily attaches to microscopes, standard lenses, or optical equipment Acquisition software Captures, analyzes, and saves high-resolution images PVCam® Driver 1940 x 1460 imaging array 4.54 x 4.54 µm pixels Support in a wide range of third party software packages Supported in Windows 7 64-bit/32-bit ©2012 Photometrics. All rights reserved.

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Photometrics CoolSNAP KINO CCD Camera-2

CoolSNAP ™ KINO Datasheet Quantum Efciency (%) Note: Frame rates are measured at 20 MHz with 0-millisecond exposure times. 1940x1460 imaging array 4.54x4.54 µm pixels 8.8 x 6.6 mm imaging area (11mm diagonal, 2/3” format) Linear Full-Well Read Noise Dark Current Operating Environment 0 to 30°C ambient, 0-80% relative humidity non-condensing Trigger First Mode Strobe Mode Bulb Mode Power Requirements Note: Specifications are typical and subject to change. Standard C-Mount Distance from the CCD Image Plane to the Front Plate: CoolSNAP is a trademark of Photometrics. Photometrics and PVCam are registered...

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