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QSI 504ws

    
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The standard 504 model camera employs a 400,000 pixel Kodak Enhanced Response full-frame CCD image sensor with microlens technology. The high quantum efficiency, wide dynamic range and low noise performance make the 504 ideally suited to a broad range of demanding astronomical, scientific and industrial imaging applications.
 

The 500 series sets a new benchmark for compact design and power efficiency in a high performance, full-featured scientific CCD camera. With optional features and upgradeability, the 504 can be tailored to fit your needs today and in the future.

The 504 camera system is supported by industry leading image acquisition software and development tools are available for creating custom Windows or Linux imaging applications.


  • Full-frame 400,000 pixel KAF-0402 sensor
  • Low noise, wide dynamic range
  • Up to 45°C CCD cooling
  • Built-in mechanical shutter
  • Iinternal 5-position color filter wheel
  • Available MaxIm LE camera control and image processing software
  • Available CCDSoft and MaxIm DL Drivers
  • ASCOM-compatible Windows COM API
  • Linux drivers and API
Model 504 Available CCD Image Sensor Specifications
 		  
Feature Standard Optional Optional
CCD Manufacturer & Model     Kodak KAF-0402ME        Kodak KAF-0402E        Kodak KAF-0401LE
CCD Architecture Full Frame Full Frame Full Frame
     Blue Enhanced Yes Yes No
     Microlens Yes No No
     Anti-blooming No No Yes
300x suppression
Imager Size: (WxH) 6.91mm x 4.6mm 6.91mm x 4.6mm 6.91mm x 4.6mm
Pixel Array (WxH): 784x520 total pixels,
768x512 active (visible)		 784x520 total pixels,
768x512 active (visible)		 784x520 total pixels,
768x512 active (visible)
Pixel Size: 9µm x 9µm 9µm x 9µm 9µm x 9µm
  Typical Values
Pixel Full Well Depth 100,000 electrons 100,000 electrons 50,000 electrons
Absolute Quantum Efficiency Peak: 83%
400nm: 44%		 Peak: 73%
400nm: 30%		 Peak: 35%
400nm: 20%
Pixel Dark Current <1.0 electron per second at 0°C
<0.1 electron per second at -25°C
Dark Current Doubling 6.3° C 6.3° C 6.3° C
Intrinsic Read Noise 15 electrons RMS 15 electrons RMS 15 electrons RMS
Dynamic Range 76db 76db 70db
Charge Transfer Efficiency >0.99999 >0.99999 >0.99999
Manufacturer's CCD Imager Specifications
KAF-0402E/ME (PDF) KAF-0401LE (PDF)


Model 504 Camera Specifications
  (See additional 504wsg specifications>>)

Feature Model 504s Model 504ws
 
Standard CCD Image Sensor KAF-0402ME KAF-0402ME
Shutter Mechanical, exposure range: 0.03 seconds to 240 minutes
Internal Color Filter Wheel No Yes - 5 Position, 1.25" std filters
 
Camera Body Configuration Medium
Enclosure		 Full
Enclosure
Dimensions W4.45” x H4.45” x D2.00”
(add 0.23" for T-Mount)		 W4.45” x H4.45” x D2.50”
(add 0.23" for T-Mount)
Weight, without Nosepiece 34 oz.  /  950g 40 oz.  /  1120g
Optical Back Focus
(without Filters in path)		 0.90" with T mounting adapter
0.68" with C mounting adapter
0.68" w/o mounting adapter		 1.40" with T mounting adapter
1.18" with C mounting adapter
1.18" w/o mounting adapter
 
Thermoelectric CCD Cooling Temperature regulation +/- 0.1°C, @ 0°C  to -40°C CCD temperature
     In free air, Fans @ Full Speed Typically 38°C below ambient air with 85% cooling power
     With Opt Liquid Cooling - Fans Off Typically 45°C below circulating liquid with 85% cooling power
(adds 0.75" to camera depth)
Cooling Fan Control Intelligent, user configurable
 
Camera Gain 2.6 electrons per ADU
Digital Resolution 16 bits
Total System Read Noise Typically <15 electrons RMS (CCD specification limited)
Pixel Dark Current <1.0 electron per second at 0°C
<0.1 electron per second at -25°C
Full Image Read and Download Time Typically <1 second (host computer dependent)
Binning Modes Symmetrical on-chip 2x2 and 3x3, user selectable
 
Status and Notification User configurable multi-color LED status indicator and multifunction
audible beeper. Over-temperature and high/low voltage alarms.
Power Consumption 12v, 1.5A (18 watts) at max cooling, max fans and filter moving
(25 AC watts max with included 90-240V AC power supply)
Operating Environment Temperature: -20°C to 30°C, Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing
Computer Connectivity USB 2.0 (USB 1.1 compatible)
Other Ports Optically isolated 4 channel control port for telescope guiding
or other application specific control
 
T Mounting Adapter Standard adapter - T-Thread, 42mm x .75mm
C Mounting Adapter
(1" x 32TPI)		 Optional, C-Mount lens focus
compatible (17.5mm backfocus)		 Optional, for non-lens adapters and
accessories (standard C-Mount lens
does not reach focus)
Nosepiece Standard, T-Adapter to 2" nosepiece
Optional, T-Adapter  to 1.25" nosepiece

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