Lambda News

14 Feb 2012

 
Nowadays ever faster production processes require very high frame rates during visualization and testing in many sectors. At the same time, increasing miniaturization calls for highly flexible components, which can be integrated even in the smallest available space.

Baumer meets these requirements with the new MXG03. The board level camera is equipped with the world's fastest VGA sensor from CMOSIS, the CMV300, which was specifically developed for the high speed range. With up to 250 frames/s, the cameras can keep pace with the fastest applications. Due to the flex print connecting sensor and system board with each other, the camera can be adapted individually to almost any mechanical design. The VGA cameras represent the core of powerful image processing systems for high-speed processes. This is for example applicable in checking blister packages for completeness or vials for particles. They are also used in the semi-conductor industry for presence checks and position monitoring during assembly. Also in increasingly non-industrial sectors like life sciences, they provide ideal performance thanks to their small, flexible design and high speed.

The integrated global shutter with CDS (Correlated Double Sampling) enables detection of the fastest movements with low readout noise and excellent image quality. Besides from top speeds and maximum flexibility, the MXG03 also features a high sensitivity which surpasses even the sensitivity of CCD sensors. The camera has a GigE standard interface which offers a high bandwidth, reduces integration and maintenance costs and supports the installation of camera networks. Comprehensive camera features like trigger delay, sequencer, debouncer, packet or transmission delay, storable user sets or an optional Power over Ethernet (PoE) power supply are coming with this CMOS camera on top. The MXG03 is an addition to the present eight camera models in the MXG series and will be available in monochrome and colour.

Call Clive Phillips or Mark Bambrick on 01582 764334 today to discuss your machine vision application and find out what we can do for you.

24 Nov 2011

SCHOTT KL 2500 LED: performance leader in cold light sources

SCHOTT has continued to expand its portfolio of LED cold light sources. The KL 2500 LED delivers equivalent light output to a 250-watt halogen lamp, in fact more than 1,000 Lumens out of a 9 Millimeter diameter fiber bundle. Especially during long periods of use in automated processes, this product is cost efficient due to its outstanding price/performance ratio. The brightness and shutter function can be set on a PC and controlled with the help of individual software.

As a result of rising cost pressures and high volumes of samples in the laboratory sector, halogen light sources are gradually being replaced by those that use energy-efficient high-performance LED technology, and processes like stereomicroscopy are being automated. As a pioneer, SCHOTT has expanded its successful KL LED series to include a system that can be easily integrated into existing infrastructures to confront these challenges.

The new KL 2500 LED light source is PC controllable via USB interface. It features an electronic shutter and ripple free DC illumination. The brightness can be set at three different increment values: fine, standard or coarse. An LCD display indicates the brightness setting or operating mode. The product also features a connection for a foot switch and remote control.

SCHOTT uses LEDs that produce neutral white light with a color temperature of approximately 5,600 Kelvin. Unlike halogen systems, this means there are no more annoying changes in the color temperature of the light during dimming. Daylight filters are also no longer necessary. The appropriate type of halogen filter is also available for users who prefer halogen light that approximates a warm white shade.

Because these new devices use the same proven fiber optic interface used in halogen light sources, only the light source needs to be replaced. This means customers are able to continue using their existing fiber optic light guides. These devices are equipped with universal power supplies to ensure that they can be used throughout the world without any limitations.

The LEDs have a service life of 50,000 hours or 1,000 times that of a halogen light bulb, an aspect that translates into less downtime. Furthermore, LED technology allows for energy savings of around 75 percent and, thus, significantly lower operating costs. Because of its high light output and special features, its use in life science and industrial applications of stereo microscopy and macroscopy is especially important.

Please contact us for more information and to arrange a demo: click here to contact us by email  or call:
 
Clive Phillips or Mark Bambrick on 01582 764334

11 May 2011
 
TroublePix is a digital video recording software designed for factory floor applications or requirements needing a simple user interface. With TroublePix, you can acquire, view and review all within the same user interface. TroublePix provides features such as looping, Pre/Post triggering, event marking and much more.

Compatible with GigE, FireWire A & B, Analog and Camera Link high speed cameras from various manufacturers.

 TroublePix 750

• Record to RAM or disk at 762 fps x 576 x 480 or 150 fps x 1024 x 1024 x 8 bits.
• Up to 150 seconds in RAM or 25 minutes to disk uncompressed.
• Compatible with TroublePix and StreamPix 5 software.
• Record in loop mode or with prepost trigger.
• Compatible with event markers and triggering.
• High quality camera, global shutter.
• Lower frame rate for longer sequence length also possible.
• Record with visually lossless MJPEG real time compression for hours.

 TroublePix Software - high speed video troubleshooting

• Record, playback and review simultaneously
• Continuous looping
• Supports a wide array of GigE, FirewireB and camera link cameras
• PrePost triggering using USB trigger input
• Event markers
• Alternative solutions available from 30 to 1000 fps and VGA to high resolution

For a free trial and price information, click here to contact us by email  or call:
 
Clive Phillips or Mark Bambrick on 01582 764334

06 Jun 2011

Imperx has expanded its activities in the UK market by establishing a distribution agreement with Lambda Photometrics to sell Imprex digital cameras and frame grabbers in UK & Ireland. Imperx, Inc. is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance, high-quality digital cameras and frame grabbers for various Industrial, Commercial, Military and Aerospace imaging applications including Flat Panel Inspection, Biometrics, Aerial Mapping, Surveillance, Traffic Management, Semiconductors & Electronics, Scientific & Medical Imaging, Printing, Homeland Security, Space Exploration, and other imaging and Machine Vision applications.

Bobcat cameras - VGA to 16 MEGAPIXEL

Lambda Photometrics will be introducing the latest line of extremely programmable, high-quality, low noise, CCD cameras with a high-density FPGA for hundreds of programmable features. The latest generation of cameras from Imperx include 8, 10, 12 or 14-bit output, four inputs and three outputs, dual clock design for a faster frame rate and power over camera link (PoCL) for the most demanding applications.

Frame grabbers

Digital and Analog frame grabbers designed to work with laptops, PDAs, and other mobile vision systems. All models are PCMCIA compliant and provide the functionality, performance and versatility required for the most demanding mobile imaging applications. A full software suite including drivers, SDK and application is provided with all models without any additional cost.

For a free trial and price information, click here to contact us by email or call:
 
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01582 764334

17 May 2011

Lambda is proud to introduce a new line up of 2/3" Megapixel lenses especially designed for 10MP sensors. The complete range contains 7 different models with focal length starting at 5mm up to 50mm. The advanced optical design of the new 10MP lens series is supported by incorporating aspherical lens elements and the usage of special XD glass (eXtra low Dispersion). All lenses are made of at least 7 up to 9 lens elements in order to achieve the exceptional requirements on resolution and contrast.

Features:

• 200lp/mm resolution and low distortion will maximize performance of high end inspection
• Reduce chromatic aberration from close distance to infinity and maintain a high transmission from visible to NIR
• Short minimum focus distance and compact design using aspherical lenses
• Compatible with a wide range of high resolution cameras including Baumer, Imperx, Basler, AVT, Dalsa, Prosilica, Hitachi, JAI, IDS, etc

For more information click here.

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15 April 2011
 
Baumer’s new SXG cameras combine state-of-the-art Quad Tap sensors from Kodak with innovative Dual GigE technology.

This provides the perfect solution for applications that require excellent image quality and high frame rates simultaneously. Thanks to the new interface technology, the images with resolutions from 1 to 8 megapixels and frame rates of up to 120 fps are transferred to the PC via standard GigE interface boards. With the capability of transferring at 240 MB/s, the full potential of the Kodak Quad Tap sensors can now be utilized.

With a transfer distance of 100m, the Dual GigE interface offers all the advantages of the standard GigE interface. Instead of a static Link Aggregation Group (LAG), Baumer uses dynamic LAG to configure the Ethernet ports automatically, eliminating possible error sources right from the beginning. In addition, the redundant communication link of the Dual GigE system provides better transfer security, ensuring data transfer and reliable camera operation even if one of the two Ethernet cables is disconnected. All cameras are supplied with Power over the Ethernet (POE) technology to eliminate a separate power cable. With production starting in June 2011, now is the time to consider integrating these cameras into your vision application.

For further information on Baumer's new SXG cameras click here, alternatively click here to contact us by email or call:
 
Clive Phillips or Mark Bambrick on 01582 764334

04 Oct 2011

NorPix new high speed laptop solution records uncompressed or compressed avi, mov or seq video at up to 150 mbytes/second from a variety of sources.
 
Gige Vision

• Record at 120 fps x 1024 x 1024
• Record for up to 95 minutes uncompressed
• 2 x GigE cameras

Express Bus Adapter

• Up to 150 Mbytes/second to disk
• Camera link, HD-SDI, Analog NTSC PAL

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21 March 2011
 
We are pleased to announce the Perfection-10 ; a new 10MHz Rubidium atomic clock for audio/video professionals and demanding audiophiles. Designed by Stanford Research Systems (SRS), the Perfection-10 offers class leading performance at new low price point.
 

• Atomic stability and accuracy
• Eight 10MHz 75ohm outputs
• ±0.05 ppb accuracy
• 10 year ageing < 5ppb
• Ultra-low phase noise: (<-155 dBc/Hz @ 10kHz)
• Compatible with any device accepting a 10MHz input (including Antelope™ and dCS™ equipment)
• Optional 12VDC redundant power input with automatic switchover
• Low cost

Unlike competing equipment designed around third-party off-the-shelf Rubidium clocks, the core of the Perfection-10 is a proven ultra-stable rubidium oscillator designed and manufactured by Stanford Research Systems. By designing and building the oscillator in-house, SRS are able to craft an instrument perfectly matched to the demanding requirements of audio master clocks, for an affordable price.

The Perfection-10 has eight 10MHz 75ohm outputs; compatible with all devices that accept a 10 MHz reference input. The optional redundant 12VDC power supply automatically switches in to ensure continued and uninterrupted operation in the event of a power failure.

If you were considering Rubidium clocks from manufacturers such as Antelope Audio or Esoteric, or if you have previously dismissed the thought of a Rubidium master clock because of the cost, the new Perfection-10 could be just the solution for you - class leading performance at a very attractive price.

For further information on the Perfection-10, click here to contact us by email or call:
 
Matthew Ball on 01582 764334

2 Aug 2011
 
Greenlee is transitioning its handheld fiber instrumentation into one focused product line - the XL fiberTOOLS™ family.

In the past, Tempo and Greenlee branded instruments existed with overlapping feature sets. By moving to one family line, we will be able to better meet our customers’ requirement for dependable low-cost handheld devices. The XL fiberTOOLS™ family has expanded its offering of handheld optical instruments to include three more LED light sources, two Power Meters and a Light Detector. These new instruments are based on recently discontinued Tempo products. The XL fiberTOOLS™ family should help meet technicians requirement for installing and maintaining a fiber infrastructure.

All of the new LED Sources and Power Meters utilize the same rugged case as the rest of the XL fiberTOOLS™ family. The devices are powered by easily obtainable AA batteries so there are no worries about hard to find replacements. The Power Meters utilize a large clean display, which makes them easy to read in almost any environment. The large keypad allows users to easily navigate to their desired mode of operation. All products are calibrated at the factory to ensure they have the accuracy users need and expect. The 573XL comes with a fixed ST interface. The other Sources and Power Meters utilize removable and swappable interfaces. This makes them both easy to clean and adaptable to changing requirements. The 510XL light detector lets users quickly identify active single-mode and multi-mode fibers, even in bright light conditions.

The XL fiberTOOLS™ family is well suited to anyone who works with fiber and needs dependable tools. The XL fiberTOOLS™ family has a broad range of instruments that will meet most demands for primary level testing for fiber-optic installers, Telcos, labs and the military.

Product Listing

• 510XL SENSOLITE™ LIGHT SENSOR
• 567XL SILICON FIBER OPTIC POWER METER
• 568XL HIGH INTENSITY OPTICAL POWER METER
• 573XL 650NM LED SOURCE
• AS100 577XL-AS100 850NM LED SOURCE WITH 100/400 LAUNCH CONDITION
• 577XL-M90 850NM LED SOURCE WITH 62.5/125 LAUNCH CONDITION

Click here to download a XL fiberTOOLS™ family brochure

Please contact Adrian Harrison on 01582 764334 or click here to contact us by email.

02 Jun 2011

Savvy Optics Corp is the latest company to sign up to be distributed by Lambda Photometrics Limited. Savvy Optics Corp is headed up by Dave Aikens (President), a highly respected trainer in the field of optics specializing in Scratch/Dig, ISO 10110 and Waviness with years of experience in the industry.

Savvy Optics new Scratch Inspection System, the SavvyInspector SIF-4 is a perfect fit with Lambda’s Metrology group’s Zygo Fizeau interferometer users. The SavvyInspectorTM model SIF-4 provides software assisted scratch/dig evaluation of flat optical surfaces, eliminating the subjectivity of human surface quality inspection.

For more information click here or contact David Chambers on 01582 764334.