Optical Inspection

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Optometrics Corp. has manufactured over 20,000 Mini-Chrom monochromators since their initial introduction in 1978. The majority have been incorporated into a variety of analytical and biomedical instruments made and marketed by leaders in their respective fields.
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Princeton Instruments is pleased to offer GigE Vision data interface for the entire line of MEGAPLUS® cameras. These high-resolution Princeton Instruments cameras, whose resolution ranges from 1.6 to 16 megapixels, are used in some of the most demanding vision applications around the world. The GigE Vision interface enhances the versatility of MEGAPLUS cameras, which also feature Camera Link and FireWire (IEEE 1394a) interfaces.
Andor's iKon-L 936 [DO] USB X-ray CCD camera is designed with x-ray imaging in mind, an ideal system to interface to vacuum chambers for direct X-ray detection. The 2048 x 2048 array and 13.5µm2 pixels combine to deliver a 27.6 x 27.6mm active image area, TE cooled down to -100°C.
Anton Paar offers Abbemat digital refractometers that are exclusively designed to enable rapid and non-destructive measurements of refractive index.
Economy video borescopes serves as a good handy flexible video inspection tools for various type of jobs.
Karl Storz Mini Borescopes can reach inspection areas through holes as small as 1 mm (.025") in diameter. The bright images eliminate shadows and false indications to assure more accurate inspections as well as high quality images for documentation.
Zygo’s NewView 7300 white light interferometer is a 3D optical surface profiler, which is exclusively designed for differentiating and quantifying topographical features such as critical dimensions, surface roughness, step heights, etc.
The C8484-16C UV CCD digital camera available from Hamamatsu uses a sophisticated 1/2" progressive scan interline CCD chip with high sensitivity in the ultraviolet (UV) region, and provides improved noise properties at high frame rates.
The Rolera Bolt, QImaging's new scientific CMOS camera, was developed for low-light and high-speed imaging.
Cole-Parmer PolyStat heated circulating baths and refrigerated circulating baths are available in multiple configurations to deliver the ideal combination of precision, versatility, and repeatability for your requirements. These next generation circulating baths feature touch-pad setting, making it easier to adjust the temperature to your requirements.
The DynaFiz interferometer available from Zygo is an advanced optical system that is exclusively designed for carrying out precise metrology of optics in the presence of intense vibrations and turbulent air.
Based on Princeton Instruments’ popular deep-cooled PIXIS platform, PIXIS CCD Cameras with eXcelon cameras utilize proprietary eXcelon back-illuminated and deep depletion sensor technology to provide significant improvements in sensitivity and fringe suppression.
The spectroscopic ellipsometer SENpro represents a new generation of cost effective spectroscopic ellipsometers featuring simple operation, measurement speed and combined data analysis of ellipsometric measurements at single or multiple angle of incidence.
The PT-5 panel tester Gen5 is designed to measure properties of thin film solar cells that meet the GEN-5 standard. It incorporates an ellipsometer, a non-contact resistivity mapper and a haze meter.
Building on more than 16 years of Excellence in the development of World-class, fast-gated Intensified CCD (ICCD) cameras, Andor redefines the standard of rapid, ns time-resolved Imaging and Spectroscopy with the introduction of the New iStar ICCD camera family.
The CoolSNAP EZ is a quick, high-resolution camera developed for low-light life science imaging applications.
Strainoptics’ PS-100 Polarimeter System is a modular system, available in a variety of sizes and configurations.
The new PI-MAX3 is a ground-up design that advances the intensified camera technology to the next level. As the newest addition to Princeton Instruments' acclaimed ICCD camera line, it is a culmination of years of experience in designing gated camera technology and application knowledge.
The Mini interferometer available from Zygo is a compact metrology system, which is specifically designed to fulfill the unique needs of production metrology.
The SE 500adv can be operated as a laser ellipsometer, film thickness probe FTPadv or as a Combined Ellipsometry and Reflectometry (CER) ellipsometer. As a result, it offers maximum flexibility never reached by standard laser ellipsometers.
The advanced high-performance, fully integrated, 4-port readout, thermoelectrically cooled Quad-RO: 4096 camera with electronically balanced quadrants, dual speed readout, on board memory to guarantee images w/o losses, capability to read images at 4-port or single port and industry standard firewire (IEEE 1394a) interface is designed for indirect imaging of X-rays or other Lambertian sources.
The GES5E is the SEMILAB SOPRA core instrument for R&D applications. GES5E integrates advanced and well proven opto-mechanical designs coupled to high performance electronics, Spectrometers and spectrographs and user friendly Windows software. GES5E is the most recent model of 5 generations of spectroscopic ellipsometers developed by SEMILAB SOPRA.
The Rolera EM-C2 camera is a versatile bio-imaging platform which combines unprecedented 40 MHz speed with high resolution and low light sensitivity.
MicroFlex Flexible or Semi-Rigid borescopes use a 10,000 fiber image bundle for very good image quality in such a small diameter package.
The SIM02 Specialised Imaging Multi-Channel Framing Camera, using ultra high-resolution image intensifiers, no-compromise optical design, and double pulsing takes ultra high-speed framing to the next level of flexibility. The SIM02 Specialised Imaging Multi-Channel Framing Cameras offer the ultimate in ultra-high-speed imaging performance to scientists and engineers across all disciplines.
HORIBA Scientific has released an advanced Syncerity deep cooled Open-Electrode 1024 x 256 CCD Camera which has been specifically designed for OEM and research applications.
Nikon's benchtop optical comparator with enhanced features for improved precision and ease of operation.
The Pro-Juice refractometer has been specifically developed to focus on the practical handling of the sample prior to high accuracy measurement in order to achieve a measurement accuracy of 0.01 °Brix for sucrose solutions.
The GES5E is the SOPRA core instrument for R&D applications. GES5E integrates advanced and well proven opto-mechanical designs coupled to high performance electronics, Spectrometers and spectrographs and user friendly Windows software. GES5E is the most recent model of 5 generations of spectroscopic ellipsometers developed by SOPRA.
Hamamatsu offers the C9300-221 which is a VGA-format high-speed digital CCD camera. It consists of a high-speed progressive interline transfer CCD without mechanical shutter.
SAM 400 QUAD is a high performance tool enabling non destructive acoustic investigations for high throughput analysis, quality control and research applications. It features a new high speed linear motion scanner and new rf and transducer technologies of up to 400 MHz, controlled through a user friendly graphical interface.
QCapture Pro 7 offers advanced imaging and analysis capability for obtaining, improving and analyzing images with simple to use live true color imaging and correction.
The FilmTek™ 2000SE is a high performance spectroscopic ellipsometer for thin film characterization that measures from the deep UV to NIR (190-1700nm). Based on a rotating compensator design, the FilmTek™ 2000SE spectroscopic ellipsometer combines spectroscopic ellipsometry with multiple angle reflectometry to make it ideally suited for measuring the thickness and optical constants (n & k) of very thin films.
The advanced high-sensitivity, thermoelectrically cooled family of PIXIS-XO camera systems is designed with special back-illuminated CCDs without anti-reflection coating for direct imaging of very low energy X-rays (< 30 eV). The rotatable conflat flange design provides ultra-high vacuum hard metal seals with ability to align the CCD.
A desktop Polariscope with built in light source.
GEMMODUL is a series of modular gemological instruments that can be used alone or can be combined in one unit.
Provides ultra-high resolution imaging. Ideal for general laboratory use, where small volume inspections needs are required. Specifically designed for flip chip or CSP inspections where high resolutions are needed, but can inspect all varieties of semiconductor devices.
Anton Paar offers the MCP 300/500 automatic polarimeter, which is specifically designed for determining the optical rotation angle of optically active substances.
The Kruess P3000 economical polarimeter is a simplified version of the P8000 and uses the same patented fast measurement technique.
The UVISEL 2 available from HORIBA Scientific is a fully integrated and automated ellipsometer which has been specifically designed for industrial and research-oriented users.
Digital Refractometer with built-in thermostat. 5 place digital refractometer for measurement of refractive index, BRIX, HFCS or concentration of aqueous solutions.
A useful laboratory and manufacturing tool, the LCPM-3000 Polarimeter covers various applications, from aligning optics to measuring optical retardance or optical activity. The LCPM-3000 accurately measures the Stokes Parameters that quantify the State of Polarization (SOP) and then graphically displays this state on the Poincaré sphere, polarization ellipse or running stripchart.
The OPTi digital hand-held refractometers are manufactured in UK as a highly reliable premium quality instrument suitable for arduous environments to be suitable for a large number of applications.
The CoolSNAP ES2 is a quick, high-resolution camera for low-light life science imaging applications.
The S-MAX3000 pinhole SAXS camera design is offered with a range of conventional or high brilliance X-ray sources.
PyLoN™ from Princeton Instruments is a new line of controllerless, cryogenically cooled CCD cameras designed for quantitative spectroscopy applications that demand the highest possible sensitivity.
The new automatic refractometer DR6000 series with integrated Peltier thermostat for excellent temperature control enables short measuring times at maximum accuracy. The self-explanatory touch screen and user-friendly USB and RS232 interfaces meet every expectation. The DR6000 series comprises four standard models variable according to range, resolution and accuracy.
UNECS-3000A is an advanced, ultra-fast spectroscopic ellipsometer that uses snap shot measurement technique with automated mapping to measure optical and thickness parameters of thin films.
The QImaging Retiga™ 4000R digital camera features improved well capacity and resolution resulting in increased sensitivity that is ideal for LCD inspection, bright field and automated imaging applications.
Machida’s largest body type is particularly suited to longer borescope lengths up to 20 feet. The most outstanding feature of the smooth knob type scope is the huge, high definition images you’ll be able to achieve.
A 50" horizontal beam heavy duty floor mounted side screen optical comparator with fully corrected image.
The DV2 from Photometrics is an emission splitting system that enables a user to obtain two spatially identical but spectrally distinct images at the same time.
The CoolSNAP KINO Monochrome CCD camera is a highly sensitive, high-resolution imaging solution for moderate-light life science applications.
For over 40-years, the Model D polarimeter and sodium lamp outfit has been the primary choice of leading industrial and academic institutions throughout the world, offering practical assessment of optically active materials combined with high accuracy measurement.
Hand held refractometers are used for quick and convenient measurement of concentration in several semi-solid and liquid samples.
The ADP440+ is a single wavelength, high precision polarimeter that can be used in a range of applications and is particularly suitable for use in pharmaceutical laboratories where compliance with Pharmacopoeia is needed.
The CoolSNAP MYO is a high sensitivity, high resolution camera for moderate to low-light life science applications.
Hamamatsu offers C9300-124, a 4k×2.6k high-resolution digital camera that uses a sophisticated interline transfer CCD chip with on chip micro-lens.
The Acton Standard Series of monochromators and spectrographs has long been known as the industry standard for delivering the highest quality data for research labs worldwide.
The CoolSNAP HQ2 from Photometrics is a high-resolution and rapid camera developed quantitative fluorescence microscopy applications.
The Polariscope is an essential tool for determining strain patterns developed during fabrication and manufacturing. It permits immediate determination of strains in most transparent materials. It is valuable in production or as a laboratory tool wherever glass is fabricated, welded or bent.
The QImaging MicroPublisher with real-time-viewing capability offers excellent productivity and interactivity.
The PT31 electronic water bath thermostat with Peltier element from Kruess Optronic is a versatile and powerful device used to control the temperature of refractometers, polarimeters, etc.
The SENresearch broadband spectroscopic ellipsometer family is designed to meet the requirements of modern research with special emphasis on speed and accuracy for an unmatched variety of applications.
The EXi Blue™ camera was specifically developed to assist life science professionals in studying processes within live cells. The camera offers quick frame rates, exceptional temporal resolution and increased sensitivity.
Has an optical system made of a telescope with dispersion correction, which is used for defining the dividing line between dark and bright areas.
HORIBA Scientific has unveiled the Smart SE Spectroscopic Ellipsometer which is a powerful, versatile and cost-effective instrument for quick and precise thin film measurements.
The precision optical coating systems from Dynavac offer consistent results regularly every year. Dynavac systems are being used in facilities globally, handling the most advanced optical coating challenges with high reliability and performance.
The QImaging QIClick™ digital CCD camera offers excellent performance and integrates speed and resolution enabling exceptional adaptability to all imaging requirements.
The measuring range of the successful half Brix OPTi which was launched in 2011 is extended by OPTi+ hand held refractometers.
The Kassoy Polariscope is a quality alternative to higher-priced units.
Refracto 30GS is a compact, easy-to use portable refractometer for measurements in laboratory and production environments. It offers an extended measuring range thanks to it's special prism design.
The Calowear is used for determining coating thicknesses. A rotating sphere with a known diameter is pressed on the coating surface.
Headwall’s Hyperspec VNIR family of integrated hyperspectral imaging sensors provides the foundation for using hyperspectral imaging to achieve superior spectral sensing and chemical imaging results for mission-critical applications ranging from process monitoring to moving webs of product across conveyor lines to non-invasive medical imaging where precise color measurement is critical to the application.
Both the Andor NewtonEM EMCCD and Newton conventional CCD detector systems have been optimized for high performance spectroscopic applications. All Newton detector systems employ low noise electronics, cooling to -100°C, up to 95% peak Quantum Efficiency (QE), multi-MHz readout, USB 2.0 connectivity and versatile readout modes.
Refractometers are important for veterinary and human use. The duo scale OPTi-Sport plays an important role in determining hydration levels of athletes and also in controlling the content of sugar in sports drink before consuming.
A high-precision optical comparator geared for measurement and inspection of larger parts.
The Alpha SE™ is the newest addition to the JA Woollam line of ellipsometers. This new ellipsometer is designed to make SE measurements as fast and simple as possible. The Alpha-SE™ will measure both thickness and index with the use of the Alpha-SE software. With the compact, fully integrated design and USB connection make the ultimate table top tool.
The new Focus™ Lite 14" Horizontal Contour Projector® is an extremely high quality, rugged benchtop machine with industry-leading technologies, at an attractive price point. With Focus Lite, you always get the most for your money, with innovative features.
The QImaging QICAM digital camera has been developed for quantitative analysis and high-resolution imaging in brightfield, life science and industrial applications.
The ICAM scanning acoustic microscope is a high speed, fully digital and integrated system designed for rapid non-destructive inspection of integrated circuit (IC) packages and similar parts. It can be used in development, production and failure analysis situations to give repeatable and detailed information on internal features, showing the presence of manufacturing, processing and in-service defects.
The New AA-55 series polarimeters are low cost, versatile, fully automatic instruments for measuring numerous types of samples from sugars to pharmaceuticals.
The Retiga™ 2000R Digital Camera is suited for high-accuracy quantitative analysis in low light/brightfield/darkfield/ fluorescence imaging in life science and industrial applications.
HDV640W: HD VideoScope with Wireless Handset/Articulating Probe. Inspection Camera with Wireless Handset & 6mm Semi-Rigid, Articulating (320°) Probe (1m).
The fully integrated high-performance, thermoelectrically cooled PIXIS-XF camera utilizes a scientific grade 2048 x 2048 pixel CCD for lensless, indirect imaging of X-rays using phosphor screens. Supported under LabView and Linux OS, the camera features a compact single-head design, an easy-to-use USB 2.0 interface, and comes equipped with WinView software.
The T-Cam Compact Hi-Spec scientific CCD Camera permits high resolution imaging of ultra fast events in either ambient or low light environments coupled with instantaneous access to the data. It will provide an invaluable tool to engineers studying aerodynamics and flow mechanics.
This Professional microscope camera is designed for metallurgical applications.These professional microscope cameras are available in resolutions from 2.0 to 14.0 megapixels The Microscope Camera has C Mount fitting for microscope applications. Systems are sold as package complete with professional software for image capture, measure, calibration and annotation.
Adding the Rolera Thunder to your research portfolio helps in capturing images that elucidate results. This EMCCD is aggressively priced and was added to the Rolera family of cameras from QImaging.
The Axometrics Stokes Vector Polarimeter measures the complete polarization state of a beam of light. An easy-to-use graphical user interface provides real-time measurements of the polarization state and degree of polarization. The system attaches to you Windows-based PC via the USB port.
Compared with traditional optical comparators, our VisionGauge® Digital Optical Comparators are competitively priced and offer numerous benefits.
Micro-Hyperspec® NIR (900-1700 nm) & VNIR (380-1000 nm) imaging sensors combined with integrated GPS/INS and data-management capabilities.
The SIR3 series of cameras from Specialised Imaging are compact, lightweight and robust, making them ideally suited for the harsh indoor and outdoor environments associated with proofing ground and industrial use.
Till now researchers who were interested in NIR imaging were compelled to either use front- or back-illuminated, deep-depletion CCDs.
The AR2008 Digital Abbe Refractometer features electronic data evaluation. The refractive index or Brix value can be read from an LCD display, together with the temperature. Automatic temperature compensation can be optionally activated. The AR2008 has a thermostat connector for prisms. Measurement values with the date and time of measurement can be transferred directly to a PC or printer via a serial interface. A 589nm integrated light source for the prism is present. The AR2008 is highly robust. Delivery includes a glass calibration plate, contact fluid and a screwdriver.
Princeton Instruments, a pioneer in low-light-level imaging technology, has been at the forefront of EMCCD technology for the better part of this decade. The Princeton Instruments ProEM camera is the culmination of years of working with leading researchers and skillfully implementing our own ultra-low-noise electronics, deep cooling, and EMCCD expertise.
EP5, EP12 and EP20 tools from Semilab are based on Ellipsometric porosimetry (EP) having various degree of automation and wafer size capabilities. EP measures the change of the optical properties and thickness of the materials during adsorption and desorption of either an organic solvent or water at reduced pressure.
The QuantEM:512SC from Photometrics is the only scientific camera that provides electron-multiplying (EM) gain with true quantitative stability across 16 bits at 10, 5, and 1.25-MHz operation speeds.
More stringent requirements of quality control and, in some cases, changing legislation, mean that greater accuracy is being demanded of refractometers. The Abbe 60 Direct Reading models, available in two measuring ranges, have been designed to meet these requirements.
The A.KRÜSS Optronic polarimeter is characterized by excellent measurement speed over the whole range. The advantage for the user: spot-on and reliable accuracy. A special measuring method provides continuously calculated analytical results at a measuring time down to one second! Additional benefits include the easy-to-use touch screen and a clearly-arranged readout of all important measuring data. USB and RS232 interface as well as many setting options support comprehensive data-tracking.
The Electro-Optics Group specializes in designing and producing advanced electro- optical assemblies and products that are utilized in a number of markets, such as defense, industrial, life sciences and semiconductor industries.
The Evolve 512 "Intelligent" EMCCD camera is the first scientific imaging solution that is capable of reading out pixel data in photoelectrons resulting in repeatable and accurate data.
Hamamatsu offers the advanced ORCA-3CCD cooled digital color camera, which is integrated with three cooled CCD chips to deliver high resolution, fast readout and excellent S/N ratio of the Hamamatsu ORCA digital camera series.
Using ultra high-resolution image intensifiers and no-compromise optical design, takes image quality to the next level in ultra high-speed framing. The Specialised Imaging Multi-Channel Framing Camera offers the ultimate in ultra-high-speed imaging performance to scientists and engineers across all disciplines. The all-new custom optical design offers up to 16 separate channels without compromising on resolution, shading, or parallax
Andor’s expertise in scientific performance optimization has been harnessed once again. Clara has been designed to deliver the highest sensitivity performance achievable from an interline CCD camera.
PI's unique VersArray cameras feature large format CCD detectors for wide-area imaging. These high-tech systems also offer the lowest read and dark noise in the industry via cryogenic air cooling.
The AM 300 is a simple to use scanning acoustic microscope for advanced industry quality control and research. It is a cost-effective tool enabling non destructive acoustic investigations using new rf and transducer technologies of up to 400 MHz.
This device is designed for determining double refraction in flat blanks and products of transparent and weakly tinted materials, and is used for quantitative assessment of double refraction value by Senarmon method.
The GeoSpec 2 NMR Core Analyser is designed specifically for studies of core samples from oilfield reservoirs. GeoSpec 2 is the industry standard with installations in almost every major oil producer and SCAL laboratory world-wide.
QImaging is proud to introduce the Rolera EM-C2, the latest addition to its line-up of high-speed, high-sensitivity cameras. This camera is specifically designed to detect extremely low light levels at super-high frame rates with unparalleled spatial resolution. It enables life science researchers to take high-resolution, low-light video rate images capturing events never seen before.
The Specialised Imaging Duplex Ultra Fast Framing Camera, using high resolution image intensifiers and no-compromise optical design, provides high quality ultra fast framing images. It offers the ultimate in ultra-high-speed imaging performance to scientists and engineers across all disciplines.
The Abbemat Heavy Duty Line refractometers from Anton Paar are specifically developed for unique applications and can be used for calculating the refractive index in challenging environments.
Photometrics offers the Evolve™512 Delta EMCCD Camera with excellent speed and imaging performance.
901-110 Digital Refractometer is designed with state of the art electronics and precision optics combined to deliver optimum accuracy, speed and simplicity in determining refraction of liquids.
The C5405-50 CCD camera available from Hamamatsu can be used for a wide range of applications, particularly for measurement and observation applications.
A number of leading companies consider the RFM300+ series refractometers as the ultimate instrument to be installed in challenging factory environments and also as a primary quality control tool.
The Headwall Photonics starter kit offers everything required for sample scanning and high-performance imaging that include linear stage, gantry and illumination.
The C5405-51CCD camera available from Hamamatsu can be utilized for a variety of applications, patricianly for measurement and observation applications.
Facilitated by a fundamental redesign, the NEW iXon Ultra platform takes the popular back-illuminated 512 x 512 frame transfer sensor and overclocks readout to 17 MHz, pushing speed performance to an outstanding 56 fps (full frame), whilst maintaining quantitative stability throughout.
The Photometrics Evolve EMCCDs are the ultimate deep-cooled, back-thinned EMCCD cameras. Years of engineering expertise have enabled Photometrics to perfect every element of the Evolve EMCCDs. The Evolve EMCCDs offers life science researchers the world’s first advanced feature set designed specifically for EMCCD cameras and for low-light-level bio-imaging applications.
Hamamatsu offers an advanced digital camera called C9300-201 that comes with improved speed and includes low noise properties of the traditional digital CCD camera.
The Evolve 128 offers extremely high frame rates with high sensitivity for challenging low-light applications ranging from single molecule fluorescence to in vivo imaging.
EVOLUTION I is a simple to use scanning acoustic microscope for advanced industry quality control and research. It is a cost-effective tool enabling non destructive acoustic investigations using new rf and transducer technologies of up to 100 MHz, optionally up to 230 MHz.
The Hyperspec Inspector enables spatial and spectral imaging for highly challenging process inspection and manufacturing applications.
ATAGO's Abbe Refractometers are highly reliable instruments which measure Refractive Index. Compared with other types of refractometers, the Abbe refractometers are capable of measuring liquid and solid samples such as plate glasses, plastic sheets, and other solid films.
The ZeMapper system available from Zygo is an advanced non-contact 3D optical surface profiler that provides measurements with sub-nanometer resolution.
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