Now Powered by LightField PIXIS: 124 The PIXIS: 124 series of cameras from Princeton Instruments (PI) are fully integrated, low noise cameras with 124 x 124 resolution designed for quantitative scientific imaging applications from UV to NIR. Based on PI s exclusive XP cooling technology, PIXIS are the only cameras that offer cooling down to -9 C, with an all-metal, hermetically sealed design and the industry s only lifetime vacuum guarantee. High QE and ultra low-noise electronics make the PIXIS: 124 series of cameras ideal for demanding, low light applications such as astronomy, Bose-Einstein Condensate (BEC), solar cell inspection, chemiluminescence and fluorescence imaging. The exclusive B_eXcelon and BR_eXcelon technologies of the PIXIS:124 deliver the highest sensitivity in the UV-NIR range while suppressing the etaloning that occurs in standard back illuminated CCDs. Dual speed operation at 1kHz or 2MHz enables these cameras to be used both for steady state as well as fast kinetics studies. FEATURE Back-illuminated, deep depletion CCD with excelon technology (BR_eXcelon) Back-illuminated, excelon technology (B_eXcelon) 124 x 124 imaging array, 13 mm x 13 mm pixels Scientific grade CCD All-metal, hermetic vacuum seals; Lifetime vacuum guarantee Deep cooling Single fused silica vacuum window Optional UV phosphor coatings TTL input and output, and shutter control Low noise electronics Dual digitizers Software selectable system gains Kinetics USB2. data interface LightField for 64-bit Windows 7 or WinSpec for 32-bit Windows PICAM/PVCAM software development kits (SDKs) BENEFITS Highest QE in the UV and NIR range; High QE in the NIR range; Eliminates etaloning Lower dark charge than back-illuminated deep depletion CCDs; Extremely low etaloning High spatial resolution Low noise, few defects, linear response No out-gassing (as in epoxy seals) which can compromise vacuum performance; Worry free operation Low dark noise allows detection of faint signals; CoolCUBE II, a compact room temperature coolant circulator, is available for vibration sensitive environments Minimizes reflection losses from UV to IR; No optical losses due to multiple optical surfaces; Optional AR coating and wedge windows available Enhances sensitivity throughout the UV to below 2 nm (not available for excelon cameras) External control and triggering Best performance for low light level applications Dual-speed digitization allows complete freedom to select between slow operation for low noise and highest SNR or fast operation for rapid image acquisition Flexibility to optimize signal-to-noise ratio and dynamic range Custom readout mode offers microsecond resolution Plug-and-play operation with desktops or laptops; Optional fiber optic interface for remote operation Powerful, yet easy-to-use software packages for acquisition, display and analysis; LightField offers cutting edge interface, direct to hard drive streaming, time stamping & more Universal programming interfaces for easy custom programming; Compatible with Windows XP/Vista/7 and Linux Applications: Astronomy, Photometry, EL/PL Imaging, Luminescence & Fluorescence Imaging, and Bose-Einstein Condensate (BEC) Page 1 of 7 PIXIS: 124 excelon Rev. N2
SPECIFICATIONS Features CCD Image Sensor Dark current @ -7 C (e-/p/sec) CCD UV coating CCD format Imaging area Lens mount Deepest cooling temperature Thermostating precision Cooling method Full well: ADC speed/bits Single pixel Output node System read noise @1 khz @2 MHz Vertical shift speed Non-linearity Software selectable gains Operating systems supported Data interface I/O signals Operating environment Certification Dimensions / Weight PIXIS: 124BR_eXcelon PIXIS: 124BR PIXIS: 124B_eXcelon PIXIS: 124B/BUV PIXIS: 124F Back-illuminated, deep depletion CCD with excelon technology. Highest QE in the UV and the NIR. No etaloning. Princeton Instruments proprietary CCD with excelon technology, grade 1, NIMO.2 (typical).7 (max) All specifications subject to change Optional UV coating (not needed for BUV version) 124 x 124 imaging pixels; 13 x 13 mm pixels; 1% fill factor 13.3 x 13.3 mm (optically centered) Adjustable C-mount with integral 25mm shutter; spectrometer adapter available -9 C typical; -7 C guaranteed, specified at ambient temperature of +2 C ±.5 C Thermoelectric air or liquid cooling (CoolCUBE II liquid circulator available) 1 ke- (typical), 6 ke- (min) 25 ke- (typical), 22 ke- (min) 1kHz/16-bit and 2MHz/16-bit 3. e- rms (typical), 5 e- rms (max) 9. e- rms (typical), 15 e- rms (max) < 3.2 msec/row to18 msec/row (programmable) <1% @ 1 khz 1, 2, 4 e-/adu (typical); available at all speeds Windows XP/7 (32-bit), Windows 7 (64-bit) and Linux USB2. (5m interface cable provided); Optional Fiberoptic interface is available for remote operation Two MCX connectors for programmable frame readout, shutter, trigger in +5 to +3 C non-condensing CE Back-illuminated, deep depletion CCD. High QE in the NIR and no etaloning. e2v CCD47-1 back-illuminated deep depletion, grade 1, NIMO.2 (typical).7 (max) Back-illuminated CCD with excelon technology. Highest QE in the visible and high QE in the NIR. Extremely low etaloning. 5x - 1x lower dark charge than the BR. Princeton Instruments proprietary CCD with excelon technology., grade 1, AIMO.4 (typical).1 (max) 16.59 cm (6.53") x 11.81 cm (4.65") x 11.38 cm (4.48") (L x W x H) / 2.27 kg (5 lbs) Frame Rate Binning Back-illuminated CCD. Highest sensitivity in the visible region. Special BUV version offers the highest sensivity in the UV region. e2v CCD47-1 back-illuminated, grade 1, AIMO.4 (typical).1 (max) @ 2 MHz Front-illuminated CCD. Affordable technology for moderate light level applications. No etaloning. e2v CCD47-1 front-illuminated, grade 1, AIMO.2 (typical).7 (max) Readout Time @ 1 khz 1 x 1.58 sec 1. sec 2 x 2.28 sec 2.8 sec 8 x 8.14 sec.85 sec Page 2 of 7 PIXIS: 124 excelon Rev. N2
qe DATA 1% 9% 8% 7% Quantum Efficiency (%) 6% 5% 4% 3% 2% 1% % 25 3 35 4 45 5 55 6 65 7 75 8 85 9 95 1 15 BR_eXcelon B_eXcelon BR B BUV F With optional UV coating (for non-excelon cameras only) NOTE: Graph shows typical Quantum Efficiency (QE) data measured at + 25 C. QE decreases at normal operating temperatures. For the best results for your application, please discuss the specific parameters of your experiment with your sales representative. Page 3 of 7 PIXIS: 124 excelon Rev. N2
vacuum window ar coatings 1 95 9 NOTE: Standard anti-reflection (AR) coatings shown. Custom AR coatings and wedge window options are also available. Please contact your local sales representative for more information. % Transmission 85 8 75 BBAR UV-AR VIS-AR NIR-AR Uncoated window 7 65 Vacuum Window Transmission Data 6 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 excelon Performance Back-illuminated Back-illuminated_eXcelon Data taken with white light source through a monochromator comparing etaloning performance of excelon vs. back-illuminated CCDs. Page 4 of 7 PIXIS: 124 excelon Rev. N2
excelon Performance QE Improvement (B_eXcelon vs. B) Etalon Oscillations (B_eXcelon vs. B) 14.15 12 QE Improvement (B_eXcelon -B) 1 8 6 4 2 Relative Amplitude.1.5 -.5 -.1 B_eXcelon B -2 -.15 6 65 7 75 8 85 9 95 1 15 11-4 35 45 55 65 75 85 95 15 B_eXcelon provides superior QE over the standard back illuminated ( B ) version in the UV-NIR range. NOTE: QE data @ + 25 C B_eXcelon provides significantly lower etaloning (unwanted fringes) compared to standard back illuminated ( B ) version. QE Improvement (BR_eXcelon vs. BR) Etalon Oscillations (BR_eXcelon vs. BR) 5.15 45 4.1 QE Improvement (BR_eXcelon - BR) 35 3 25 2 15 1 Relative Amplitude.5 -.5 BR_eXcelon BR 5 -.1-5 35 45 55 65 75 85 95 15 BR_eXcelon provides superior QE over standard back deep depletion ( BR ) version over most of the UV-NIR range. -.15 6 65 7 75 8 85 9 95 1 15 NOTE: QE data @ + 25 C BR_eXcelon provides significantly lower etaloning (unwanted fringes) compared to standard back deep depletion ( BR ) version. Page 5 of 7 PIXIS: 124 excelon Rev. N2
OUTLINE DRAWING PIXIS: 124 (air cooled) C-MOUNT THREAD 1. - 32 UNC 4.65 118.11.69 17.53 NOMINAL FOCAL DISTANCE ADJUSTABLE C-MOUNT LENS ADAPTOR 1.85 47.2.23.23.82 2.85.45 11.43.5 12.7 4.15 15.41 2.14 54.43.48 12.19 WINDOW LOCATION COOLING AIR EXHAUST COOLING AIR INTAKE 2.14 54.36 ADAPTOR LOCKING SCREW. 2 PER CAMERA ONCE LENS IS IN FOCUS LOCKING SCREW SHOULD BE TIGHTENED TO LOCK THE POSITION OF THE LENS 1.78 45.21.25 6.35.59 15.6 1/4-2 X.25 TAPPED HOLE 6.53 165.75 5.97 151.7 4.97 126.11 NOTES: 1. WEIGHT: 5 lbs / 2.27 kg 2. POWER DISSIPATION 8 WATTS AT FULL POWER. 3. AIRFLOW 24 CFM FAN CAPACITY AT FULL POWER. 4. INTERNAL 25MM SHUTTER. 5. M6 THREADED INSERT AVAILABLE FOR CAMERA MOUNTING 6. WINDOW THICKNESS.125" [3.17mm] Page 6 of 7 PIXIS: 124 excelon Rev. N2
OUTLINE DRAWING PIXIS: 124 (liquid cooled) 1.-32 UN STANDARD C-MOUNT THREAD COOLANT INLET/OUT QUICK DISCONNECT FITTINGS 1.851 47.2 2 MCX CONNECTORS.23.23 USB 2. CONNECTOR.821 2.85.45 11.43.5 12.7 2.14 54.4 2 PIN LEMO CONNECTOR SHUTTER 9 PIN DIN CONNECTOR POWER 1/4-2 UNC.69 17.5 CCD TO MOUNT SURFACE 4.35 11.5 5.2 132.1 6.53 165.7 1.78 45.21.25 6.35.593 15.6 1.56 39.6 NOTES: 1. 2. 3. 4. WEIGHT 5.5 lbs / 2.5 kg POWER DISSIPATION 11 WATTS AT FULL POWER INTERNAL 25MM SHUTTER OPTIONAL EXTERNAL WATER CIRCULATOR COOL CUBE II 7567-2 www.princetoninstruments.com info@princetoninstruments.com TOLL-FREE +1.877.474.2286 PHONE +1 69.587.9797 Visit the Princeton Instruments website to find a representative in your area. Page 7 of 7 PIXIS: 124 excelon Rev. N2