Visible and Short Wave IR Camera

LUCID’s Atlas SWIR and Triton SWIR cameras are IP67, GigE Vision PoE cameras featuring wide-band and high-sensitivity Sony SenSWIR 1.3 MP IMX990 and 0.3 MP IMX991 InGaAs sensors, capable of capturing images across both visible and invisible light spectrums, and boasting a miniaturized pixel size of 5μm. The camera’s capability of capturing on the short-wavelength infrared light spectrum opens up a world of industrial applications with greater precision in fruit inspection and sorting, packaging, IR microscopy, semiconductor inspection, material sorting and more.

Atlas and Triton SWIR cameras

LUCID provides users with 2 unique SWIR camera families. The Atlas SWIR is engineered for maximum image quality for 24/7 streaming and long exposure times. Thanks to the integrated sensor TEC, internal heatsink, and larger case size, the Atlas SWIR maintains consistent sensor temperature without the need for external heatsinks or fans. The Triton SWIR prioritizes size and weight with a lower cost to deliver an ultra compact SWIR camera. The Triton SWIR is intended for users who need flexibility to integrate it into smaller spaces and who wish to build their own heat management design for the camera.

Triton SWIRAtlas SWIR
Camera Size44 x 29 x 45.3 mm60 x 60 x 65 mm
Camera Weight90 g435 g
Heat Management DesignNo TEC or heatsink.
User managed.
Sensor TEC with internal heatsink.
Delta Δ T up to 30°C. TEC up to 45°C ambient
Dark Current Temperature when Camera is PoweredImager board at 35°C (typical at ambient room temperature of 20°C)TEC at 15°C
Dark Current 27,112 e-/s4,000 e-/s
Temporal Dark Noise198.6 e-196.1 e-
Saturation Capacity140.2 ke-142.6 ke-

Power Over Ethernet (PoE+)

Power Over Ethernet (PoE)

Both Atlas (IEEE 802.3at) and Triton (IEEE 802.3af) allows for power and data over a single Ethernet cable, reducing overall costs and simplifying installation.

Active Sensor Alignment

Active Sensor Alignment

Each camera’s sensor is actively aligned to minimize image sensor tilt, image sensor rotation, and to place the center of the image sensor at the lens optical axis

m12-icon

M12 and M8 Connectors

Designed for secure connections and error free operation in vibration environments and shielded to protect against electrical interference

100m Cable Lengths

Compatible with cost-effective CAT5e, CAT6, CAT6a, CAT7 cabling for gigabit Ethernet bandwidth with a maximum cable length of 100m.

Closeup Sony SenSWIR Sensor View detail
Atlas SWIR IP67 dust and water protection View detail
Atlas SWIR TEC1 Cooling View detail

Video: Comparing the Atlas SWIR with the Triton SWIR cameras (5:35)

Video: Watch our Atlas SWIR Camera / Sony SensSWIR Sensor Presentation (17:43)

Video: How to Build a Triton SWIR Camera Demo (Camera, Lens, Lights) (11:36)

Atlas SWIR IP67 camera product image

Explore our Atlas SWIR IP67 camera models

The Atlas SWIR camera is a Factory Tough IP67 camera with high-performance sensor cooling designed to provide reliable operation and consistent imaging performance within -20 to 50°C industrial environments. The Atlas is equipped with an integrated single-stage thermoelectric sensor cooling (TEC1), along with an internal heatsink and larger camera case resulting in a constant 15°C sensor temperature for low dark current during streaming. For an in-depth look at model specifications please click the part numbers below.

ModelsMPResolutionFPSSensorSensor SizePixel SizeShutterCoolingLens MountChroma / Sensitivity rangeInterface
SWIR LogoATP013S-WC1.3 MP1280 x 1024 px84.9 fpsSony IMX990 InGaAs1/2“5 µmGlobalTEC1,
Internal Heatsink
CMono, 400nm to 1700nmM12 GigE Vision
SWIR LogoATP003S-WC0.3 MP640 x 512 px257 fpsSony IMX991 InGaAs1/4“5 µmGlobalTEC1,
Internal Heatsink
CMono, 400nm to 1700nmM12 GigE Vision
Triton SWIR IP67 camera product image

Explore our Triton SWIR IP67 camera models

The Triton SWIR camera provides the same Factory Tough IP67 features as the Atlas SWIR camera but does not include the internal cooling components. The Triton does not contain a TEC1 cooling device or a large internal heatsink. This allows the camera to be more compact and cost-effective, however, users must manage their own cooling solution for the camera to regulate increased dark current during operation. This camera is intended for those who want maximum design flexibility and control over their own thermal management design. For an in-depth look at model specifications please click the part numbers below.

ModelsMPResolutionFPSSensorSensor SizePixel SizeShutterCoolingLens MountChroma / Sensitivity rangeInterfaceAvailability
SWIR LogoTRI013S-WC1.3 MP1280 x 1024 px84.9 fpsSony IMX990 InGaAs1/2“5 µmGlobalNoneCMono, 400nm to 1700nmM12 GigE VisionAvailable
SWIR LogoTRI003S-WC0.3 MP640 x 512 px257 fpsSony IMX991 InGaAs1/4“5 µmGlobalNoneCMono, 400nm to 1700nmM12 GigE VisionAvailable

Advanced SWIR Pixel Technology

What can a SWIR camera do?

Visible Spectrum

Fruit SWIR Camera inspection

SWIR is sensitive to water and can be used to detect moisture in fruits and vegetables. Differences in moisture levels can show up as bruising in produce. In the example above, normal wavelengths (left) are unable to detect any bruising but SWIR can detect bruising in the apples (right).

Coffee beans SWIR camera inspection

Different objects of the similar color and shape can be hard to differentiate from each other. SWIR wavelengths are absorbed and reflected differently depending on the object’s material (right). This can be used to detect foreign objects that might overwise go undetected using visible light (left).

Packaging inspection swir camera atlas

Checking fill levels of packages is difficult under visible light (left), especially is the packaging has printed graphics on it. Certain opaque plastic packaging becomes transparent under SWIR wavelength (right). This can be used for fill level inspection or check seal integrity for heated seal package in the food industry.

Powder Inspection SWIR Camera

Different compounds looking similar under visible light may absorb SWIR wavelengths differently. In this example flour, baking soda, and sugar are aligned left to right. By selecting a specific narrow band of the SWIR the spectrum it’s easy to discriminate between the various materials. This is well suited for application in the pharmaceutical industry where identifying different compounds with certainty is critical.

wafer silicon inspection swir camera

SWIR can be used to inspect silicon wafers as silicon becomes translucent at wavelengths around 1100nm to 1400nm (right). While visible light can be used to help detect issues on the front-side of the wafer (left), SWIR allows foreign objects or imperfections to show up more easily on both the front-side and back-side of the wafer.

Temp Estimation SWIR

Certain materials do not change color in the visible light spectrum as they heat up (left). SWIR is much more sensitive to detecting temperature changes from 100°C to over 1600°C in objects (right).

Images Source Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation: https://www.sony-semicon.co.jp/e/products/IS/industry/technology/swir.html

Spectrum long

Atlas SWIR: Thermoelectric Cooling (TEC) For Consistent Imaging Performance

SWIR TEC Cooling

Relative Dark Current

The Atlas SWIR camera is equipped with an integrated single-stage thermoelectric sensor cooling (TEC1) for superior image quality and extended operating temperature range. The TEC1 offers a Delta T up to 30°C. In addition, the Atlas SWIR IP67 camera integrates an internal heatsink to quickly dissipate sensor heat to the camera case. The TEC, combined with an internal heatsink and aluminum case design, allows consistent imaging performance between -20 to 50°C case temperature.

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