MAX TE-Cooling M52/C-mount USB3.0 CMOS Microscope Camera

Key Benefits

• Two-stage TE-cooling reduces sensor temperature up to 40°C below ambient, minimizing dark current in long exposures
• Supports exposure times up to 1000 seconds for low-light and fluorescence imaging
• Full-frame sensors from 4.2M to 61M pixels with high quantum efficiency and low dark signal
• USB3.0 interface at 5Gbit/sec ensures high-speed data transfer with no external power needed
• Embedded 16-bit hardware ISP with 2D denoising, sharpening, and Ultra-Fine TM color engine for accurate color reproduction
• Supports software and hardware trigger modes for synchronized capture in automated systems
• Available in color (C) and monochrome (M) variants, including UV-sensitive options for specialized applications

Application Scenarios

• Fluorescence imaging in biological or material science labs requiring long exposure and low noise
• Low-light inspection of microstructures, semiconductor features, or thin films under weak illumination
• Automated inspection lines using hardware triggers for frame synchronization with motion stages
• Spectral analysis across 200-1000nm, including UV and near-IR regions, with sensor-specific spectral response
• High-precision documentation of micro-features where color accuracy and dynamic range are critical

Who It Is For

• Research and clinical laboratories conducting fluorescence or low-light microscopy
• Semiconductor and materials inspection teams requiring long exposure and high dynamic range
• Automated inspection systems in electronics, optics, and precision manufacturing
• Academic and teaching labs needing high-sensitivity imaging for student projects and demonstrations
• Industrial quality control departments using trigger-based capture in high-speed production

Problems It Solves

• High dark current in uncooled sensors limits long exposure imaging; TE-cooling eliminates this issue
• Standard USB2.0 cameras cannot handle high-resolution, high-frame-rate data from 61M sensors; USB3.0 enables full bandwidth
• Color inaccuracies in low-light conditions are corrected by the embedded 16-bit ISP and Ultra-Fine TM engine
• Manual exposure control in long sequences leads to inconsistent results; hardware trigger mode ensures timing precision
• Lack of compatibility between camera and microscope systems is avoided by standard C-mount and M52 x 0.75 mounts

Technical Features

• Two-stage TE-cooling with controllable electric fan for stable sensor temperature regulation
• Sensor chip cooling up to 40°C below ambient temperature, with stabilization in 5 minutes
• Smart thermal structure for efficient heat dissipation and moisture prevention
• Supports IR-CUT and AR-coated windows as optional accessories
• M52 x 0.75 or C-mount lens interface for compatibility with a wide range of microscope objectives
• USB3.0 interface at 5Gbit/sec for high-speed data transmission and power delivery
• Up to 1000 seconds long exposure time for low-light and fluorescence imaging
• Embedded 16-bit hardware ISP with 2D denoising, sharpening, and Ultra-Fine TM color engine
• Supports both software and hardware trigger modes for synchronized capture
• Compatible with ToupView and other advanced image processing software
• Supports Windows, Linux, and Mac OS with native C/C++, C#/VB.NET, DirectShow, and Twain APIs

Specifications

Specifications are taken from the AMADA product data for this item. Confirm critical dimensions with us in writing before ordering.

Customization Options

• Choose between C-mount and M52 x 0.75 lens mounts for compatibility with different microscope objectives
• Select sensor type: 4.2M, 24M, or 61M with SONY Exmor or GSENSE CMOS
• Choose color (C) or monochrome (M) output, including UV-sensitive variants
• Add optional IR-CUT or AR-coated windows for improved optical performance
• Select exposure and frame rate combinations based on application needs

Comparison With Other Options

Use Guide

• Ensure the microscope objective has a compatible C-mount or M52 x 0.75 interface before mounting
• Allow 5 minutes for the TE-cooling system to stabilize the sensor temperature before starting long exposures
• Use hardware trigger mode when integrating with automated inspection systems for frame synchronization
• Select binning mode (1x1 to 9x9) to balance resolution and frame rate based on the application
• Use the embedded 16-bit ISP and Ultra-Fine TM engine for optimal color and noise performance in low-light conditions
• Install the appropriate SDK for your operating system (Windows, Linux, Mac OS) before using API-based control