Computar, a brand under CBC, stands as a beacon of innovation and quality across a multitude of industries, including intelligent traffic systems, machine vision, factory automation, security, and medical imaging.
Their diverse lineup of lenses caters to a wide array of specific needs, ensuring there's a Computar lens for virtually any application. This blog post aims to provide a detailed guide on the various types of Computar lenses offered by CBC, available at Wilco Imaging, highlighting their specifications, unique features, and practical use cases.
MPT Machine Vision Series
The MPT Series is designed to cater to high-resolution needs in machine vision applications. These compact lenses boast 45MP, 1.4" C-Mount capability, ensuring superior performance across any working distance. With advanced aberration correction and alignment technology, these lenses guarantee exceptional image quality, making them ideal for precision tasks in manufacturing and quality control.
Models: F1228-MPT (12mm F2.8), F1628-MPT (16mm F2.8), F2524-MPT (25mm F2.4), F3526-MPT (35mm F2.6), and F5026-MPT (50mm F2.6).
Use Cases: High-precision inspection systems, detailed imaging in factory automation, and complex machine vision setups requiring impeccable clarity over vast distances.
MP2 Series
The MP2 Series lenses are designed with a focus on factory automation and image processing. These lenses excel in providing clear, low-distortion images for sensors up to 1.5 megapixel, featuring a compact design perfect for various industrial settings.
Models: Range from H0514-MP2 (5mm f1.4) to M7528-MP (75mm f2.8), covering various focal lengths suitable for different sensor sizes and applications.
Use Cases: Automated inspection systems, general factory automation, and image processing where clarity and sharpness across the entire image are paramount.
MPW2-R Series
The MPW2 series offers ultra-low distortion lenses supporting 5.0 megapixel resolution for 2/3” format sensors. The MPW2-R series builds upon this by adding ruggedization for enhanced durability and vibration resistance, making them perfect for challenging industrial environments.
Models: Include M0824-MPW2 (8mm f2.4) through M5028-MPW2 (50mm f2.8) for the standard series and similar focal lengths for the ruggedized MPW2-R series.
Use Cases: Applications requiring precision and high-resolution imaging with minimal distortion, including outdoor systems, mobile applications, and environments subject to vibrations or impact.
MPW3 Series
These lenses support up to 6 megapixels and feature ultra-low distortion with a floating system for enhanced performance. The MPW3 Series is distinguished by its lightweight, compact design, and versatility across various focal lengths.
Models: Range from M0528-MPW3 (5mm f2.8) to M7528-MPW3 (75mm f2.8), offering a wide selection for different imaging requirements.
Use Cases: High-resolution industrial imaging systems where space and weight are critical, such as in portable or compact machine vision setups.
V-MP Series
V-MP Series lenses cater to 1" format sensors, providing 2 Megapixel resolution across a range of focal lengths. These lenses are known for their ultra-low distortion, making them suitable for precision imaging applications.
Models: V0814-MP (8mm f1.4) to V5014-MP (50mm f1.4), covering a versatile range of applications with different imaging needs.
Use Cases: Advanced surveillance systems, detailed component inspection in electronics manufacturing, and applications where image accuracy and detail are crucial.
Computar MPY Series: High-Resolution for Machine Vision and ITS
The MPY series is tailored for applications demanding high resolution, offering 12MP for 1.1” format sensors. These lenses provide ultra-low distortion, making them perfect for machine vision and ITS surveillance.
Models: From V0828-MPY (8mm f2.8) to V5028-MPY (50mm f2.8).
Use Cases: Ideal for traffic monitoring systems requiring high-detail imaging and factory automation setups where precision is key to quality control and process efficiency.
Computar MPZ Series: Super High-Resolution with Vibration Resistance
Designed for 1” format sensors, the MPZ series lenses come with 5G vibration resistance, supporting up to 20MP resolution. These lenses are built for environments where both high image quality and durability are necessary.
Models: Ranging from V0826-MPZ (8mm f2.6) to V7531-MPZ (75mm f3.1).
Use Cases: Suitable for use in high-vibration environments like vehicular applications, robotics, or any industrial setting where equipment experiences intense movement.
Computar Macro Lenses: Precision in Close-Up Applications
With a dedicated design for macro applications, these lenses excel in factory automation and image processing areas, providing magnified, detailed views of subjects up close.
Models: Include MLM3X-MP for macro zoom and MLH-10X for a 10X close-up manual lens.
Use Cases: Perfect for detailed inspection tasks in manufacturing, from electronics to automotive parts, where close-up detail is essential for quality assurance.
Computar Telecentric Lenses: Precision Imaging for Measurement
Telecentric lenses, including the TEC-MP and TEC-MPC series, are designed for measurement applications, offering distortion-free images. These lenses are compatible with 2MP sensors on 2/3" cameras and come in various magnifications.
Models: Span magnification options from 0.5x to 6.0x across different working distances.
Use Cases: Ideal for measurement and inspection in quality control processes where precision is paramount, such as semiconductor manufacturing and precision engineering.
Computar TEC-V Series: Telecentric Performance for High Resolution
The TEC-V series lenses are tailored for 5MP sensors on 1" cameras, designed for tasks requiring precise dimensional accuracy and minimal distortion at specified working distances.
Models: Options available from 0.5x to 1.0x magnification, including variable iris models for flexible aperture control.
Use Cases: Suitable for applications in metrology, automated inspection systems, and other fields where accurate measurement and inspection are critical.
Computar Industrial Megapixel Lenses: Versatility Across Industries
The FIC-MP and FC-MP series offer lenses for 2/3" format sensors with 5 Megapixel resolution, available in manual or DC Auto-iris options, ensuring clear images across a variety of industrial settings.
Models: Range from 9mm to 50mm focal lengths, with IR options available for enhanced night vision.
Use Cases: These lenses are versatile enough for broad industrial use, from surveillance to machine vision, where high resolution and adaptability to lighting conditions are needed.
Board Level Lenses: Compact Solutions for Embedded Systems
The H-KP and E-KV series provide compact lens solutions for mini domes and bullet cameras, while the KRW and E-KRY series offer options for high-resolution fisheye and IR corrective lenses.
Models: Offer resolutions up to 8MP+ and include options for day/night IR correction.
Use Cases: Ideal for embedded systems in security, such as compact dome cameras and bullet cameras, requiring high-quality imaging in small form factors.
Conclusion: Meeting Every Optical Challenge with Computar
Computar lenses by CBC encapsulate the forefront of optical engineering, offering solutions tailored to a wide spectrum of applications. From high-resolution machine vision systems and ITS applications to precision macro imaging and rugged industrial environments, Computar lenses provide the optical quality, durability, and versatility needed to meet the challenges of today’s demanding imaging requirements.
Whether for advanced surveillance, detailed inspection, or high-precision measurement, there’s a Computar lens designed to fit the specific needs of professionals across various industries.
