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AF Explorer

D-AF-EXP-STD-075 is the default configuration of the Corning® Varioptic® AF Explorer kit. It is based on the Sony IMX 335 sensor and Corning® Varioptic® C-S-25H0-075 Auto Focus lens module and includes:

Main board
Sensor Board (Sony IMX335 - 5MP 1/2.8”)
Corning Varioptic C-S-25H0-075 auto focus lens module
Time of Flight (TOF) sensor
Dedicated software
Documentation Package

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D-A-16F

Kit contains:

1 A-16FX
1 A-16FX-P31
1 Maxim Drivboard
1 VHD-09
1 FPC-A-31
1 USB-M Universal, USB cable
FocusLab Software
Documentation Package

D-A-PE-25H

Kit contains:

1 A-PE-25H-33
1 Maxim Drivboard
1 USB-M Universal, USB cable
FocusLab Software
Documentation Package

D-A-25H-D0

Kit contains:

1 A-25HX-D0
1 A-P-25HX-D0-33
1 Maxim Drivboard
1 VHD-07
1 FPC-A-33
1 USB-M Universal, USB cable 
FocusLab Software 
Documentation Package

D-A-39N

Kit contains:

1 A-39NX
1 A-39NX-P37
1 Maxim Drivboard
1 VHD-06
1 FPC-A-37
1 USB-M Universal, USB cable
FocusLab Software
Documentation Package

D-A-58N

Kit contains:

1 A-58NX
1 A-58NX-P37 
1 Maxim Drivboard
1 VHD-10
1 FPC-A-37
1 USB-M Universal, USB cable
FocusLab Software
Documentation Package

D-S Kits

Kit contains:

2 C-S Modules
1 Maxim Drivboard
1 USB-M Universal, USB cable
FocusLab Software
Documentation Package

D-u-25H0-075

Kit contains:

1 C-u-25H0-075
1 Maxim Drivboard
1 C-Series Microscopy Set
1 USB-M Unversal, USB cable
FocusLab Software
Documentation Package

D-C Kit

Kit contains:

1 C-C-39N0-XXX-YYY
1 C-C Com board and cable
FocusLab Software
Documentation Package

D-C Kits 20MP/1.1"

Kit contains:

1 C-C-39N0-A1-160
1 USB-M Universal and cable
FocusLab Software
Documentation Package

D-T Kits

Kit contains:

1 C-T-39N0-A1-XXX
1 cable
FocusLab Software
Documentation Package

D-u-39N0-160

Kit contains:

1 C-C-39N0-XXX-YYY
1 C-C Com board and cable
1 Adaptor ring
2 C-mount tubes (20 & 50mm length)
FocusLab Software
Documentation Package

Detailed Kit Contents

Lenses and Modules

A-25H
The A-25H variable focus lens is dedicated to applications requiring fast response time and high optical power. It is especially suited to industrial applications.

A-25HX-P07 
The A-25HX-P07 is a packaged version of the A25H lens.  The lens is built-in inside a housing with a straight FPC cable that can be connected to a standard 1 mm pitch FPC connector.

 

A-25HX-P06 
Identical to A-25HX-P07 but with a bent flex cable.

A-39N 
The A-39N lens is designed specifically for variable focus products needing a larger clear aperture than A-25H lenses: long focal objectives, large sensors, C-Mount objective lenses, laser beam shaping, etc.

A-39NX-P04 
The A-39NX-P04 is the packaged version of the A-39N lens.  The lens is built-in inside a housing with a bent FPC cable that can be connected to a standard 1 mm pitch FPC connector.

 

C-S-25H0-026 
The C-S-25H0-026 lens integrates a 2.6 mm EFL fixed lens module and an A-25H0 variable focus lens in an M12 receptacle (S-mount). It is compatible with imaging sensors up to 1/2.5’’ diagonal.

C-S-25H0-036
The C-S-25H0-036 integrates a 3.6 mm EFL fixed lens module and an A-25H0 variable focus lens in an M12 receptacle (S-mount). It is compatible with imaging sensors up to 1/3’’ diagonal.

 

C-S-25H0-047
The C-S-25H0-047 integrates a 4.7 mm EFL fixed lens module and an A-25H0 variable focus lens in an M12 receptacle (S-mount). It is compatible with imaging sensors up to 1/2.4’’ diagonal.

 

C-S-25H0-075 
The C-S-25H0-075 integrates a 7.5 mm EFL fixed lens module and an A-25H0 variable focus lens in an M12 receptacle (S-mount). It is compatible with most imaging sensor formats up to 1/2.5’’ diagonal.

 

C-S-25H0-096 
The C-S-25H0-096 integrates a 9.6 mm EFL fixed lens module and an A-25H0 variable focus lens in an M12 receptacle (S-mount). It is compatible with most imaging sensor formats up to 1/1.8’’ diagonal.

 

C-S-39N0-158 
The C-S-39N0-158 integrates a fixed lens module and an A-39N0 variable focus lens in an M12 receptacle (S-mount). The module is built-in with an FPC cable, and can be connected to a standard 1 mm pitch FPC connector. It can therefore be very easily integrated in a standard M12 sensor board. The module is compatible with imaging sensor formats up to 1/3" diagonal. 

C-C-39N0-160 
The C-C-39N0-160 is an electronically focus controllable C-Mount objective, based on the A-39N0 lens. It incorporates all necessary electronic components to drive the lens, and just needs a DC power supply; focus can be controlled through either an RS232, I²C, Analog or SPI input. With a 16 mm EFL, and compatible with 2/3’’ sensors, it is specifically designed for machine vision applications.

C-C-39N0-250 
Same as C-C-39N0-160 but with a 25mm EFL, and an integrated manual iris.

C-u-25H0-075-03 
The C-u-25H0-075-03 is based on an inverted and modified C-S-25H0-075. Combined with the use of specific extension rings, either for C-Mount or M12, an inexpensive AutoFocus microscope can be built. The module is built-in with an FPC cable, and can be connected to a standard 1 mm pitch FPC connector. This module can be driven by the same drivers as the A-25H0.

 

Variable Focus Liquid Lens Driver Boards

USB-M Flexiboard
This board includes a Maxim driver and various FPC connectors for the A-Series, C-S-Series and C-u-Series. Due to the Focuslab Software, it is easily driven through USB and delivered with the development kits. Its very small form factor enables use of this board directly with any PC-driven application with no extra hardware development. Board size : 48 x 23 x 8 mm.

Maxim Drivboard
This board includes a Maxim driver and various FPC connectors for the A-Series, C-S-Series and C-u-Series. It has a 4 pin JST connector for DC power supply and for I²C communication. It has been designed for fast driving of the adjustable lens directly from a microcontroller, an FPGA, a DSP, etc. A cabled JST connector is supplied with the board. Board size : 23 x 18 x 8 mm.

C-C Series Com Board
This board is a USB to RS232-12 V / RS232-3.3 V / I²C / SPI converter. Connected to a PC with a USB cable on one hand, and to the C-C module on the other hand. It enables communication directly with any of the C-C versions using Focuslab.  A potentiometer also allows direct control of the C- C voltage without a computer. Board size : 42 x 75 x 16 mm.

Lens Holders and Cables

VHD-09
The VHD-09 is compatible with the A-16F0 lens. It is used in conjunction with FPC-A-12, and can be connected directly to the USB-M Drivboard, the Maxim- or Microchip HV892 Drivboard. A M4 thread is located on the outer diameter, in order to fix the holder on a standard M4 mounting device. A 14 mm diameter recess is located on the rear side of the holder, which eases integration with a compact objective lens.

 

VHD-07
The VHD-07 is compatible with the A-25H0 lens. It is used in conjunction with the FPC-A-3, and can be connected directly to the USB-M Drivboard, the Maxim- or Microchip HV892 Drivboard. An M4 thread is located on the outer diameter, in order to fix the holder on a standard M4 mounting device. A 14mm diameter recess is located on the rear side of the holder, which eases integration with a compact objective lens.

VHD-06 
The VHD-06 is compatible with the A-39N0 lens. It is used in conjunction with FPC-A-4 or FPC-A-5, and can be connected directly to the USB-M Drivboard, the Maxim- or Microchip HV892 Drivboard. An M4 thread is located on the outer diameter, in order to fix the holder on a standard M4 mounting device. A 14 mm diameter recess is located on the rear side of the holder, which eases integration with a compact objective lens.

C-Series Microscopy Set 
This set is delivered with the C-Series Microscopy DK - it allows to achieve various magnifications, both for M12 and C-Mount cameras. It includes :

1 microscope spacer
1 set of M12 and C-Mount adapters allowing X2, X3 and X5 magnifications.
1 locking nut for M12 adapters

Lens Flex Cables

FPC-A-3
This foldable flex is compatible with the A-25H0 lens, and can be connected to the 3-AFM board or to the VFC-1 cable. The flex tip is compatible with the FCI SFW4S-2ST_E9LF flex connector. Bent type.

FPC-A-4 
This foldable flex is compatible with the A-39N0 lens, and can be connected to the USB-M Drivboard, the Maxim- or Microchip HV892 Drivboard. The flex tip is identical to the FPC-A-3. Bent Type.

FPC-A-5 
This foldable flex is compatible with the A-39N0 lens, and can be connected to the USB-M Drivboard, the Maxim- or Microchip HV892 Drivboard. The flex tip is identical to the FPC-A-3. Straight type.

FPC-A-6 
This foldable flex is compatible with the A-25H0 lens, and can be connected to the USB-M Drivboard, the Maxim- or Microchip HV892 Drivboard. The flex tip is identical to the FPC-A-3. Bent type.

FPC-A-7 
This foldable flex is compatible with the A-25H0 lens, and can be connected to the USB-M Drivboard, the Maxim- or Microchip HV892 Drivboard. The flex tip is identical to the FPC-A-3. Straight type.

Software

FocusLab 
FocusLab allows controlling the C-Mount lens through the C-C Series Com Board. The software controls the output voltage on the lens. A specific dialog box enables to send advanced commands to the C-Mount lens. A LabView VI is also provided to control the C-Mount lens through a LabView program. A specific documented DLL allows integrating this in a C-code program. Focuslab allows also to control the USB-M Drivboard.