09 Mar 2006 World's First Cooled 11 Mega Pixel Camera for Machine Vision and Industrial Applications Redlake launches EC11000, the newest addition to its acclaimed MegaPlus II line. It is an actively cooled, high-resolution industrial camera designed for demanding applications such as industrial QA/QC, document imaging and physical and life sciences research. Based on the 4008x2672 format, 9 micron pixel interline sensor, the camera is offered in both monochrome and color versions. The camera's tethered head design isolates the primary electronics from the sensors cooling path for excellent reduction in dark noise.
The camera offers up to 4.63 frames per second (FPS) at full 11 mega pixel resolution and 12-bits per pixel. Using Peltier cooling, both dark noise and thermal drift are significantly reduced, making the camera the perfect solution for the most demanding scientific and industrial applications.
"The quality of the images from EC11000 is stunning. It is poised for definite success in the market as we have already seen tremendous response from the world's leading flat panel manufacturing facilities" said Jay Kelbley, product manager at Redlake. It dramatically increases the quality and productivity of our customer's workflow.
The unique design of EC11000 enables maximized cooling of the sensor without a fan, opening up new opportunities for customers who would not have previously considered a cooled camera due to fan vibration. However, for applications requiring greater cooling, an optional fan is available.
The new EC11000 inherits well known features of the MegaPlus II line including dual data interface (CameraLink or Firewire), ability to operate up to 4 cameras from a single controller, online flat-field and gamma corrections. The system also lets you mix and match camera heads on a single controller for maximum flexibility.
The introduction of the EC11000 gives Redlake the most comprehensive high-end product range in the industry.
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