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Apogee Imaging Alta U230 High Performance Cooled CCD
The Alta U230 uses a very large format 4-megapixel back-illuminated sensor, ideal for applications requiring large field of view, such as sky surveys and radiology.
The U230-HC encompasses a CCD 2048 x 2048 array, 15 x 15 micron pixels and very high quantum efficiency. The system has with incredible QE and paired with our High Cooled TEC option is a superior scientific imaging system.
- 2048 x 2048 array, 15 x 15 micron pixels
- 16-bit digitization at 700 kHz; 12 bits at 2 MHz
- 32 Mbyte camera memory
- USB 2.0 interface: no plug in cards or external controllers
- Programmable, intelligent cooling to 45C below ambient (D07 housing) / 60-65C below ambient (D09 housing)
- Binning up to 8 Horizontal x 2048 Vertical
- Subarray readout and fast sequencing modes
- Programmable fan speed for low / zero vibration
- Two serial port outputs for control of peripheral devices
- General purpose programmable I/O port
- External triggering and strobe controls
- ActiveX drivers included with every system
- Field upgradeable fi rmware
- Fused silica windows
- Runs from single 12V supply with input voltage monitor
- Compact enclosure
- Programmable status indicators
Product Series
Alta cameras offer the best warranty in the business, and for good reason: Apogee's Alta Camera Series focuses on quality and reliability so you can focus on innovation and discovery. With a lifetime warranty against condensation in the inner chamber, and a two year parts and labor warranty, including the CCD, we have the best warranty in the industry. If you've got an out-of-box issue with one of our cameras, we're the only company that pays for shipping both ways. Why do we offer such an outstanding warranty? Because Alta cameras are rock solid from day one.
Front Illuminated Full Frame CCD
Back Illuminated Full Frame CCD
Additional Information
| Manufacturer | Apogee Imaging Systems |
|---|---|
| Model | U230-HC |
| Array | 2048 x 2048 |
| CCD | e2v CCD230-42 |
| CCD Type | Imaging Area:30.7 x 30.7 mm (944 mm2);Imaging Diagonal 43.4 mm ; Video Imager Size 2.7" |
| Cooling | Thermoelectric cooler with forced air. Maximum cooling 45°C below ambient temperature (60-65°C below ambient with High Cooling D09 housing) |
| Mount | D07 or D09: 2.5" 20 tpi. D11: 2.7" thru. All: 5.125" bolt circle. Optional Nikon F-mount or Canon mount. |
| Pixel Size | 15 x 15 microns |
| USB Cable | 5 meters between hubs; 5 hubs maximum (max. total of 30m) |
