CoolSNAP MYO High-Resolution CCD Camera for Life Sciences Imaging
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Description
The CoolSNAP MYO is a state-of-the-art, high-resolution camera designed specifically for life sciences applications where moderate to low-light conditions are prevalent. Its advanced cooled CCD technology ensures exceptional sensitivity and precision, making it an invaluable tool for researchers and scientists. With a pixel pitch of 4.54µm and 14-bit digitization at 20MHz, the CoolSNAP MYO delivers high spatial resolution, which is crucial for detailed time-lapse cell imaging. Its optimized frame rate further enhances its capabilities, allowing for seamless capturing of dynamic biological processes.
What sets the CoolSNAP MYO apart is its remarkable 2.8 Megapixel resolution coupled with a high Quantum Efficiency, ensuring that even the faintest signals are captured with clarity. The camera's design allows for binning, which not only enhances the dynamic range but also improves signal-to-noise performance. This makes it an ideal choice for microscopy applications where precision and detail are paramount. The combination of these features ensures that researchers can achieve superior imaging results without compromising on quality.
In addition to its technical prowess, the CoolSNAP MYO is designed with user convenience in mind. Its USB 2.0 interface facilitates easy connectivity and setup, while the option to disable the fan caters to vibration-sensitive environments. The camera is also equipped with thermoelectric cooling, which minimizes dark current during long exposures, ensuring consistent and reliable performance. With its compatibility with a wide range of third-party software packages and support for Windows 7 (both 64-bit and 32-bit), the CoolSNAP MYO is a versatile and indispensable tool for modern life sciences research.
CoolSNAP MYO High-Resolution CCD Camera for Life Sciences Imaging
Specifications |
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| Sensor Type: | CCD |
| # Pixels (Width): | 1940 |
| # Pixels (Height): | 1460 |
| Pixel Size (Square): | 4.54 um |
| Peak Quantum Efficiency: | 75 % |
| Full Frame Rate: | 6.3 fps |
| Bit Depth: | 14 bit |
Features
- High Performance EMCCD & CCD Cameras: Ideal for life sciences applications such as fixed cell imaging, immunofluorescence, and cell trafficking.
- 1940 x 1460 Imaging Array: Provides high spatial resolution for capturing finer details.
- 4.54 x 4.54 µm Pixels: Optimized for microscopy with an ideal pixel pitch.
- High Quantum Efficiency: Achieves approximately 75% peak quantum efficiency for exceptional sensitivity.
- 20 MHz Readout: Ensures high-speed readout to maximize temporal resolution.
- USB 2.0 Interface: Simplifies connectivity and setup.
- Binning Capability: Increases frame rate and signal-to-noise performance.
- 14-bit Digitization: Allows simultaneous quantification of bright and dim signals.
- Thermoelectric Cooling: Stabilizes cooling to produce low dark current for long exposures.
- Fan Disable Option: Suitable 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 efficiently.
- PVCam® Driver: Supports a wide range of third-party software packages.
- Operating Environment: Functions optimally in ambient temperatures from 0 to 30°C, with relative humidity between 0-80% non-condensing.
- Power Requirements: Operates on 5V DC, with a maximum of 4A.
Applications
- Fixed Cell Imaging: Provides high-resolution imaging for fixed cell preparations.
- Immunofluorescence: Enables sensitive detection of fluorescent markers.
- Cell Trafficking Studies: Captures dynamic processes in live cells with temporal resolution.
- FRET, FRAP, FISH Experiments: Suitable for quantitative fluorescence studies.
- Calcium and Ion Imaging: Detects subtle fluorescence changes in ion imaging assays.
- Near-Infrared DIC Imaging: High quantum efficiency supports NIR differential interference contrast applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
The CoolSNAP MYO CCD is a high resolution, high sensitivity camera used for moderate to low-light life science applications such as fixed cell imaging, immunofluorescence, cell trafficking, FRET, FRAP, FISH, near-infrared DIC, and calcium/ion imaging.
The CoolSNAP MYO CCD has an optimized frame rate for time-lapse cell imaging and can be increased with binning. The frame rate varies depending on the binning used, but can go up to 42.6 frames per second.
The CoolSNAP MYO CCD can operate in an ambient temperature range of 0 to 30°C and up to 80% relative humidity non-condensing.
The CoolSNAP MYO CCD has a high Quantum Efficiency of ~75% peak quantum efficiency, which delivers high sensitivity.
The CoolSNAP MYO CCD provides a 4.54μm pixel pitch.