A NEW CCD camera which exploits thermoelectric cooling to give rapid imaging in low light conditions, for use in Raman spectroscopy, chemiluminescence, and microscopy, has been launched by Artemis CCD.
Artemis CCD’s QS14 resolves 1.4 megapixels
The QS14 camera is designed primarily for imaging in very low light conditions. The company says that scientists using it can rely on producing accurate real-time results, with low background noise.
Although low light performance was the main design consideration, the new camera nevertheless boasts a frame rate three times that of its mid-market stablemate the TS14, with full frame rate of 1.5fps and a preview rate of more than 3fps.
The camera is supplied with a software development kit, including custom drivers and plug-ins for third party image capture packages, enabling OEM manufacturers to integrate the camera into a range of laboratory equipment.
Artemis CCD’s sales and marketing manager Chris Andrews commented: “Scientists often want rapid results, especially in live-cell or real-time research, yet they do not want to compromise on image quality. We are pleased to introduce our new QS14 camera because its sensitivity and performance will meet those needs.”
The company says it is interested in hearing from potential distributors for its range.