SBIG Aluma 47-10 CCD WiFi/USB back-illuminated Camera

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    SBIG Aluma 47-10 CCD WiFi/USB back-illuminated Camera

    The Aluma CCD47-10 uses the 1 megapixel E2V CCD 47-10 sensor, featuring a peak quantum efficiency (QE) of 93% with midband coatings.

    This full-frame, back-illuminated sensor is designed for the ultimate in sensitivity.

    The sensor is available with midband, broadband, and UV coatings to optimize performance in different spectral regions.

    Available with Midband (default), Broadband, and Enhanced UV coatings

    Our new high-performance Aluma 47-10 CCD  camera offers capabilities and features not available in any other scientific-grade imaging camera.  This lightweight (1kg) and compact (114mm x 114mm x 102mm with handles) camera includes two-stage cooling, USB 2.0 interface, ultra-reliable even-illumination shutter, and fast low-noise readout.

    The Aluma 47-10 CCD series supports a wide range of accessories, including the 8-position FW8S-Aluma filter wheel with micron-level filter positioning, StarChaser SC-2 off-axis guide camera, and AO-8A Adaptive Optics accessory.

    The Aluma 47-10  CCD has an extremely high sensitivity, 1 megapixel back-illuminated CCD sensor with 13.3 micron pixels.  These are research-grade cameras designed for longer focal length instruments typically with apertures greater than 40 cm.

    Aluma 47-10 CCD is a new generation of research cameras tuned for even better performance. Over two years of collaboration with university researchers helped us bring you an enhanced new Aluma CCD series that represents the ultimate in a high-performance mid-sized 16-bit CCD detector. Using E2V’s best-in-class research-grade back-illuminated sensors, the Aluma 47-10 CCD gives you the high sensitivity, low noise, and high well depth needed for the most demanding research applications.

    Available with Midband (default), Broadband, and Enhanced UV coatings.  See QE chart below for more information.

    Note:  Special order item.  A nonrefundable deposit is required for the sensor.  Balance charged when ready for shipment.

    Aluma CCD Features include:Aluma 47-10 CCD

    • High-performance CCD imaging sensors currently manufactured by SONY and Teledyne E2V
    • Lightweight, compact design
    • Centered optical axis for optimum instrument balance
    • Ultra-reliable even-illumination (photometric) mechanical shutter
    • USB 2.0 interface
    • Full frame image buffering eliminates readout artifacts
    • 2-Stage TE cooling with typical -50C from ambient
    • Twin variable speed fans with SmartCoolingTM technology
    • High accuracy temperature regulation
    • Built-in RBI Pre-flash (full frame front-illuminated sensors only)
    • External TTL trigger inputs and output
    • Included 110V / 220V power supply and optional 12VDC operation
    • User-rechargeable desiccant plug
    • Built-in 1/4-20 tripod mount
    • Support for high precision 8-position filter wheels
    • Works with StarChaser SC-2 off-axis guide camera and AO-8A adaptive optics
    • Bulletproof firmware update capability – virtually impossible to “brick”

    Advanced Software Included

    All Aluma CCD models ship with MaxIm LT for Windows – a special version of MaxIm DL specific to our cameras. Aluma CCD also supports third-party applications through ASCOM and native drivers.

    Compact and Lightweight Design

    Aluma CCD 47-10 cameras measure just 114mm x 114mm x 102mm with handles  (89mm without handles) and weigh just 1 kg (2.2 lbs).

    Even-Illumination Shutter

    All Aluma CCD cameras include a mechanical shutter, which is used for both dark/bias calibration frames and for shuttering exposures on full-frame sensors. Rather than using a complex iris shutter, which is prone to failure, the Aluma CCD uses a twin vane shutter and direct drive motor for high repeatability, reliability, and extremely long life.  The shutter is designed to be “even illumination” for the best accuracy in photometric measurements.

    Aluma 47-10 CCDThe left image shows a flat field image taken with a camera using an iris-type shutter. The right image is a flat field image taken under the same conditions using our even-illumination shutter.

    Extreme Sensitivity CCD 47-10 Image Sensor

    The Aluma CCD47-10 uses the 1 megapixel E2V CCD 47-10 sensor, featuring a peak quantum efficiency (QE) of 93% with midband coatings.  This full-frame, back-illuminated sensor is designed for the ultimate in sensitivity.  The sensor is available with midband, broadband, and UV coatings to optimize performance in different spectral regions.  (Midband is the default coating.)

    Aluma 47-10 CCD

    CCD 47-10 Quantum Efficiency Curves

    The CCD 47-10 has 1056 x 1027 pixels at 13 microns square, for a 13.3 mm square chip size.

    This back-illuminated full-frame CCD sensor has extremely low noise and extremely high sensitivity. Combining this high-performance sensor with Aluma CCD’s high cooling performance and low readout noise results in exceptionally clean images.

    SmartCoolingTM

    All Aluma CCD cameras include our powerful new SmartCooling technology. The two-stage cooler, powerful fans, and advanced heat sink designed using thermal flow simulation combine to produce typical cooling delta from ambient of -50C.  This is quite a feat considering the Aluma CCD’s very compact and lightweight package.

    SmartCooling automatically adjusts the fan speed to optimize cooler performance and power consumption.  The camera’s firmware is constantly monitoring the sensor and heat sink temperatures and controlling the cooler power.  When full cooling power is needed – when ramping down or running near full power – the fans ramp up to their maximum speed, resulting in the strongest possible cooling.  When less cooling power is needed the fans automatically slow to reduce noise levels and power consumption. SmartCooling also prevents any possibility of overheating by backing off power if the heat sink gets too hot – so you don’t need to worry if your camera is baking in a hot observatory during the day.

    Advanced Software Included

    All Aluma CCD cameras come with our MaxIm LT software – a $200 value!  MaxIm LT is a special version of our venerable MaxIm DL software that provides complete control of your camera, filter wheel, and autoguider, plus advanced image processing capabilities.  If you wish you can upgrade to MaxIm DL Pro to get complete observatory integration and even more processing and analysis capabilities.

    Included Accessories

    Each Aluma CCD camera package includes:

    • MaxIm LT software – please use this form to request your license
    • Deluxe carrying case
    • Universal power supply (110V / 220V, 50-60 Hz)
    • 2″ Nosepiece adapter
    • USB flash drive containing software, drivers, and documentation
    • 15 foot (4.5 m) USB cable

    Optional Micron-Precision Filter Wheel

    The optional FW8S-Aluma 8-position filter wheel includes a positive centering mechanism that precisely centers each filter in the exact same position every time. This single-pixel accuracy completely eliminates ghost images of dust spots and other artifacts after flat-fielding.

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Positive detent mechanism provides single-pixel filter position accuracy

     

     

     

     

    Precision flat-fielding with utlra-accurate indexing

    The above left image shows a dust spot on the filters.  A flat-field calibration frame was taken, then the filter wheel was rotated several times before taking a second picture, which was flat-field calibrated, above right.  No evidence of the dust spot is visible.  This high precision results in the highest quality images and excellent photometric accuracy.

    The Aluma wheel holds standard 36 mm filters, and inserts are available for 1-1/4″ filters, which are suitable for smaller format CCD sensors.

    The Aluma filter wheel replaces the camera’s front plate, resulting in the minimum possible back-focus, ensuring that the camera / filter wheel combination will reach focus on the widest possible variety of optical systems.

     

    Optional StarChaser SC-2 Off-Axis Guide Camera

    For astronomical imaging the Aluma CCD series works the StarChaser SC-2 Off-Axis Guide Camera.  This provides reliable guiding with no impact from optical train flexure.  It also supports the operation of the optional AO-8A Adaptive Optics accessory.

     

     

    Optional AO-8A Adaptive Optics

    All Aluma CCD models can operate with the AO-8A Adaptive Optics accessory.  The AO-8A uses a tip-tilt window to quickly and precisely adjust the image position in response to autoguider feedback.  With Adaptive Optics there is no backlash, stiction, or lag, and the movements are extremely precise and accurate.  This allows the AO-8A to not only remove the effects of periodic error, drift, and wind gusts, but also reduce the effects of atmospheric seeing

     

    Peak QE 93%
    Antiblooming n
    Sensor Size 13.3 mm x 13.3 mm
    Pixel Size 13 μm
    Total Pixels 1 million pixels
    Self-Guiding In Front of Filters y
    Imaging / Pixel Array 1056 x 1027
    Imaging Sensor E2V CCD47-10 AIMO
    Full Well Capacity 100,000 e-
    Filter Wheel Option y
    Shutter Mechanical, Even-illumination
    Power 12 VDC, 5A max
    Remote Guide Head y
    Adaptive Optics Option Y
    Pixel Digitization Rate 1 MPix/sec
    Computer Interface USB 2.0
    Exposure 0.1 sec minimum
    Cooling Delta ~ 50 °C
    Read Noise (typ) 5 e- typical
    A/D Converter 16 bits
    Weight 2.2 lbs
    Filter Size 36mm / 1.25″
    Full Frame Download ~1 sec via USB or WiFi
    Temperature Regulation y
    Sensor Midband, Broadband, Enhanced UV
    Dark Current e-/p/s typical 20 e-/pix/sec; 0.2 at -30C

    Aluma 47-10 CCD Instruction Manual

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