The Ascent A2 has a Kodak Blue Plus full frame sensor with very high quantum efficiency. The ME version of the KAF-1603 CCD has microlenses on each pixel to boost quantum efficiency. Low noise and large field-of-view are ideal for OEMs, biological sciences, spectroscopy, and astronomy.
Includes: 6v intl power supply, user manual, usb cable, fan cooling back.
Ascent is the latest imaging technology from Apogee Instruments. Many of the features are built on the highly successful Alta series. Ascent CCD cameras are the perfect choice for applications requiring high speed, low cost and a compact enclosure. Price includes a USB cable, international power supply, and ActiveX driver. Software & adapters are sold separately.
Features
USB2.0 High Speed Serial Interface
A wide range of CCD arrays supported
Compact Thin Lightweight Enclosure - 22 oz, 1.2" thick with 0.320 BFD
Cooling up to 40C below ambient with liquid or fan assist, 30C without.
Hermetically sealed and argon filled CCD chamber with lifetime warranty.
SDRAM in camera head for local image storage and fast sequences
16 bit Digitization, Up to 10Mhz, Single or 20Mhz Dual amplifier readout
Single +6V supply
Advanced triggering, Ext. Shutter and Readout controls
Programmable status indicator LEDs
Binning to 4095 Vertical x 4 Horizontal, independently selectable
<1uS separation between back-to-back images (Interline CCDs only)
No external control units or plug-in cards
Internal or External shuttering
Field upgradeable firmware
Precision TDI readout, Kinetics Mode with Sync output signals
Progressive Scan and Continuous Imaging modes
Internal relays for auto guider operation and telescope mount control
Compatibility with Alta software drivers
Supported by all software currently supporting Alta and additional applications
Attachable filter wheel accessory and flexible peripheral mounting options.
Compatible with Optec IFW and Apogee FW50 filter wheels
2 year warranty on camera, lifetime warranty on CCD chamber seal
Custom fitted Carry case (optional).
Ascent A2 CCD Specifications
CCD: KAF-1603ME
Array Size (pixels): 1536 x 1024
Class: 1
Pixel Size: 9 x 9 microns
Imaging Area: 13.8 x 9.2 mm (127.4 mm2)
Imaging Diagonal: 16.6 mm
Video Imager Size: 1[per thou]
Linear Full Well (typical): 100K electrons
Dynamic Range: 76 dB
QE at 400 nm: 53%
Peak QE (600 nm): 85%
Anti-blooming: None
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