ZL41 Wave sCMOS Camera: High Sensitivity for Physical Sciences

Specifications

Sensor Type: sCMOS
# Pixels (Width): 1475
# Pixels (Height): 2160
Pixel Size (Square): 6.5 um
Peak Quantum Efficiency: 50 %
Full Frame Rate: 100 fps
Bit Depth: 16 bit
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Features


  • High Sensitivity: Up to 82% Quantum Efficiency (QE) and < 1 e- read noise for enhanced image quality.

  • Fast Frame Rates: Capture up to 100 frames per second (fps) for dynamic imaging applications.

  • Advanced Binning Mode: NEW 32-bit binning mode for an extensive dynamic range and user-selectable data bit-depth.

  • Versatile Spectroscopy Modes: On-head asymmetric pixel binning and multitrack for spectroscopist-friendly data processing.

  • Temperature Resilience: Operates down to -20°C ambient, ideal for cold environments like observatories.

  • Optional Liquid/Water Cooling: Achieve cooling to -100°C for reduced dark current, suitable for vibration-sensitive setups.

  • ZERO Etaloning in NIR: Front-illuminated sensor architecture minimizes etaloning in near-infrared applications.

  • Global Shutter Capability: Available in ZL41 Wave 5.5, perfect for applications like particle imaging velocimetry (PIV) and fluid dynamics.

  • Fast Spectroscopy: Capable of up to 27,000 spectra per second for studying transient spectral phenomena.

  • Comprehensive Software Support: Seamlessly integrates with a wide range of physical science software environments.

Applications


  • Astronomy and Astrophysics: High sensitivity imaging for deep space observation

  • Quantum Imaging and Computing: Ideal for photon-starved quantum experiments

  • Spectroscopy and Multitrack Acquisition: Fast spectral studies with simplified data processing

  • 3D Tomography: Captures high-resolution volumetric datasets efficiently

  • Fluid Dynamics and PIV: Global shutter mode enables precise particle tracking

  • Observatory Imaging: Reliable operation under low ambient temperatures

  • High-Speed Scientific Imaging: Supports up to 100 fps for dynamic phenomena capture