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STANFORD Superior imaging intensified CCD cameras COMPUTER OPTICS The image intensifier module for continuous or gated operation providing high speed shutter. 1 High resolution image intensifier 1 Shortest gating time down to 200ps 1 Excellent for high-speed video cameras 1 Time/Gain Module for remote control www.stanfordcomputeroptics.com STANFORD Superior imaging intensified CCD cameras COMPUTER OPTICS Quantum Leap Available as non-gateable or gateable Version Highlights The Quantum Leap is a stand alone image intensifier module, Standard features and benefits which upgrades your existing setup to a full-fledged intensified 1 Non gateable or gateable version High resolution imaging system. It comprises the image intensifier, pulse amplifier, 1 Shortest gate time down to 1.2ns or 200ps image intensifier high-voltage power supply and a selectable output coupling lens. 1 Single stage 18mm image intensifier 1 High resolution image intensifiers with optical High speed with excellent signal amplification system resolution of >60lp/mm 1 More detailed Image intensifiers are providing an unique combination of Spectral sensitivity from UV to IR Superior image quality by (depends on type of image intensifier) information intensifying low light images and a high speed shutter. This makes customized lens coupling them the perfect tool in combination with high speed video 1 Brilliant sensitivity providing single photon detection 1 Time settings . 4 cameras or multiple exposure applications like particle imaging Improves image contrast and S/N ratio velocimetry (PIV). 1 Adjustable MCP-voltage for 50db dynamic range in Optical input and signal amplification output options . 5 Easy integration and flexibility 1 Various customized distortion free coupling lenses 18mm output image between image intensifier and CCD sensor High performance With the integrated output coupling lens the image intensifier diameter 1 Only 12V power supply necessary image intensifier . 6 module can be easily connected with various cameras. Several output coupling lenses are available to ensure the best imaging 1 Compact and light system design Connections & quality with the particular used detector size. accessories...........8 Optional features 1 Dual stage multi-channel plate (MCP) for highest Excellent for high-speed Dimensions & mechanical Highest flexibility with Time & Gain Module data, warranties . 9 By default the photocathode gating of the image intensifier is signal gain and single photon detection video cameras activated using an external TTL signal and the signal gain is set 1 Adapters for various spectrometer How to customize the best manually. With the optional available Time & Gain Module the Quantum Leap module . 10 image intensifier gain, the gating and delay time can be controlled 1 Time & Gain Module providing: - Full remote control via RS232 of signal gain, Applications. 11 remotely via software. gate and delay time Long lasting electronics - Internal digital delay generator (24 months warranty) - Multiple trigger options: 3x input; 3x output - Multiple exposure operation with gate repetition rate up to 200kHz, 2MHz (optional) and 5MHz (on request) - incl. Parameter control software equal to camera 24 months warranty on control of the 4 Spec software housing and electronics Cover: Image sequence of the Triplex-plasma source taken with a corresponding frame rate of 1 million frames per second. Further details on page 11. Figure reprinted with 2 permission of the Universität der Bundeswehr in Munich. 3 STANFORD Superior imaging intensified CCD cameras COMPUTER OPTICS Quantum Leap Available as non-gateable or gateable Version Highlights The Quantum Leap is a stand alone image intensifier module, Standard features and benefits which upgrades your existing setup to a full-fledged intensified 1 Non gateable or gateable version High resolution imaging system. It comprises the image intensifier, pulse amplifier, 1 Shortest gate time down to 1.2ns or 200ps image intensifier high-voltage power supply and a selectable output coupling lens. 1 Single stage 18mm image intensifier 1 High resolution image intensifiers with optical High speed with excellent signal amplification system resolution of >60lp/mm 1 More detailed Image intensifiers are providing an unique combination of Spectral sensitivity from UV to IR Superior image quality by (depends on type of image intensifier) information intensifying low light images and a high speed shutter. This makes customized lens coupling them the perfect tool in combination with high speed video 1 Brilliant sensitivity providing single photon detection 1 Time settings . 4 cameras or multiple exposure applications like particle imaging Improves image contrast and S/N ratio velocimetry (PIV). 1 Adjustable MCP-voltage for 50db dynamic range in Optical input and signal amplification output options . 5 Easy integration and flexibility 1 Various customized distortion free coupling lenses 18mm output image between image intensifier and CCD sensor High performance With the integrated output coupling lens the image intensifier diameter 1 Only 12V power supply necessary image intensifier . 6 module can be easily connected with various cameras. Several output coupling lenses are available to ensure the best imaging 1 Compact and light system design Connections & quality with the particular used detector size. accessories...........8 Optional features 1 Dual stage multi-channel plate (MCP) for highest Excellent for high-speed Dimensions & mechanical Highest flexibility with Time & Gain Module data, warranties . 9 By default the photocathode gating of the image intensifier is signal gain and single photon detection video cameras activated using an external TTL signal and the signal gain is set 1 Adapters for various spectrometer How to customize the best manually. With the optional available Time & Gain Module the Quantum Leap module . 10 image intensifier gain, the gating and delay time can be controlled 1 Time & Gain Module providing: - Full remote control via RS232 of signal gain, Applications. 11 remotely via software. gate and delay time Long lasting electronics - Internal digital delay generator (24 months warranty) - Multiple trigger options: 3x input; 3x output - Multiple exposure operation with gate repetition rate up to 200kHz, 2MHz (optional) and 5MHz (on request) - incl. Parameter control software equal to camera 24 months warranty on control of the 4 Spec software housing and electronics Cover: Image sequence of the Triplex-plasma source taken with a corresponding frame rate of 1 million frames per second. Further details on page 11. Figure reprinted with 2 permission of the Universität der Bundeswehr in Munich. 3 STANFORD COMPUTER OPTICS Superior imaging intensified CCD cameras Time settings Optical input & output options High accuracy timing control of the high speed shutter Various output image sizes by selectable coupling lens The Quantum Leap is available with a minimal gate time of either 1.2ns or 200ps. By default all Flexible intensified imaging extension Quantum Leap models provide manual adjustability of the signal amplification and the The Quantum Leap image intensifier module Optical input and output interfaces can be adapted between any optical device e.g. photocathode gating can be switched by an external TTL signal. input lens or microscope and any detector. The In combination with the Time/Gain Module the gateable versions of the Quantum Leap is fully input image is amplified by the image intensifier remotely controllable. The integrated digital delay generator provides highly accurate timing which also provides the high speed shutter Input interface: Output - C-Mount Interface: control with 100ps (Quantum Leap N) and 10ps (Quantum Leap E) step sizes of the gating and functionality. The output is imaged on the - F-Mount C-Mount only delay time. Furthermore, the Time/Gain Module enables multiple exposure operation modes sensor by the coupling lens. and external triggering. Various input and output interfaces e l The image intensifier module provides multiple u d input options to meet the requirements of the o m a different optical devices on which the Quantum r . e c , t m s Time settings Leap can be connected. The input interface of e a n , c e e the Quantum Leap provides by default a C- l Parameter Quantum Leap N Quantum Leap E p o t o e u mount connector, F-mount (Nikon) optional. c d p i Gating time [step size] 1.2ns … 80s [100ps] 200ps … 80s [10ps] c n v i o / Please note, output interface C-Mount only. r . D c g i Delay time [step size] 0.1ns … 80s [100ps] 10ps … 80s [10ps] . C e m C Jitter <20ps <10ps Superior distortion free image quality l a n The output coupling lenses provide the flexibility r Gate repetition rate (burst mode) 3.3MHz e t of alternative sensor sizes in combination with x Gate repetition rate 200 kHz e (continuous mode) (2MHz optiona) high coupling efficiency and superior image quality. The output image is distortion- and Input Coupling Output Trigger propagation delay standard with external gate pulse: 30-35ns vignetting-free and shows no honeycomb optional with Time/Gain module: 60-65ns image Æ: Image lens image Æ: pattern. Depending on the detector size of the 18mm intensifier - 8mm Gain control standard: manual with potentiometer connected camera the suitable coupling lens in optional with Time/Gain module: digital via RS232 combination with the convenient diameter of the Gate control external TTL pulse with Time/Gain module: digital via RS232 image intensifier can be chosen