SBIG Scientific CMOS Imaging Camera Monochrome Camera

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• The STC-428M Scientific CMOS imaging monochrome camera provides a high sensitivity, low noise 7-megapixel imaging experience in a compact package.

  The new STC-428-M scientific CMOS camera represents a major improvement over CCD technology. Compared with previous CCD models, the STC-428-M features higher sensitivity (78% QE versus 56%), significantly lower read noise (2.5 e- versus 9.3 e-), and 20X faster readout.

  While a single exposure on the IMX428 sensor can equal CCD dynamic range, the combination of fast readout and very low read noise allows for stacking many shorter to produce a greater dynamic range than previously possible. The built-in StackPro™ capability can automatically divide your exposure into up to 16 shorter sub-exposures, and stack them inside the camera prior to download. This increases dynamic range without imposing greater processing requirements on the host computer.

  Our SmartCooling™ active regulation maintains the sensor temperature to within 0.1ºC, and minimizes fan speed based on heat sink temperature for longer life and quieter operation.

  Sensor Specifications:

  • SONY IMX428 CMOS imaging sensor
  • 3208 x 2200 pixels / 7.1 megapixel
  • 4.5 micron pixels
  • 17.6 mm diagonal
  • Peak QE 78%
  • Typical QE:
    • Red (635-700 nm) ~ 63%
    • Green (520-560 nm) ~ 78%
    • Blue (450-490 nm) ~ 75%
  • 12-bit A/D conversion with low-gain and high-gain modes
  • Very low read noise ~ 2.5e-
  • Very low dark current 0.1 e-/pixel/sec typical @ -5C
  • 80 dB dynamic range

  The STC-428-M supports several optional gain modes:

  • Low Gain
    • 12-bit data
    • Gain 5.5 e-/ADU
    • Full Well ~ 22,500 e-
    • Read Noise ~5 e-
  • Medium Gain
    • 12-bit data
    • Gain 2.45 e-/ADU
    • Full Well ~ 10,000 e-
    • Read Noise ~ 2.3 e-
  • High Gain
    • 12-bit data
    • Gain 1.2 e-/ADU
    • Full Well ~ 5,000 e-
    • Read Noise ~ 1.9 e-

• specifications

  Cooling Delta	30 °C
  Exposure	0.001 to 3900 seconds
  Full Frame Download	90 ms typical
  Imaging Array	3208 x 2200 pixels
  Imaging Sensor	IMX428
  Peak QE	78% typical
  Pixel Size	4.5 x 4.5 micron
  Sensor Size	14.4mm x 9.9mm
  Temperature Regulation	Yes
  Total Pixels	7.1 megapixel

• included items

  • SBIG STC-428 CMOS Monochrome Imaging Camera
  • T-Thread lens mount
  • 4-40 front panel screw mounts
  • 1/4-20 tripod mount
  • 2" nosepiece adapter
  • Universal power supply
  • USB 3.0 cable