Artray ARTCAM-2020UV-CL UV-Enhanced CMOS Camera with CameraLink Interface
| Brand | Artray |
|---|---|
| Origin | Japan |
| Model | ARTCAM-2020UV-CL |
| Spectral Range | 200–1100 nm |
| Interface | CameraLink Base/Medium |
| Sensor Type | Back-Illuminated CMOS |
| Component Category | Optical Instrument Component |
| Compliance | RoHS, CE (for laboratory instrumentation) |
Overview
The Artray ARTCAM-2020UV-CL is a high-sensitivity, UV-enhanced scientific CMOS camera engineered for demanding optical measurement and spectral imaging applications across research laboratories, semiconductor inspection, fluorescence microscopy, and UV spectroscopy. Its back-illuminated CMOS sensor delivers quantum efficiency exceeding 50% at 254 nm and maintains strong responsivity through the visible and near-infrared spectrum (up to 1100 nm), enabling quantitative photon detection in low-light UV environments where conventional silicon sensors exhibit diminished performance. The camera operates on the standardized CameraLink interface (Base or Medium configuration), ensuring deterministic real-time data transfer, precise frame synchronization, and seamless integration with industrial vision systems, OEM optical benches, and custom-built spectrometers. Designed for stability under controlled lab conditions, the ARTCAM-2020UV-CL features thermally stable housing, low-noise analog signal chain architecture, and factory-calibrated gain/offset tables—supporting reproducible intensity measurements essential for comparative spectral analysis and long-term experimental consistency.
Key Features
- Back-illuminated CMOS sensor optimized for ultraviolet sensitivity (200–400 nm) with enhanced QE in deep-UV bands
- Full spectral response from 200 nm to 1100 nm, validated per ISO 14879-1 for radiometric linearity
- CameraLink Base or Medium interface supporting up to 80 MB/s sustained throughput and hardware-triggered acquisition
- Onboard pixel binning, region-of-interest (ROI) readout, and programmable exposure control (10 µs to 10 s)
- Integrated thermal management for <0.3°C internal temperature drift during 30-minute continuous operation
- Factory-applied flat-field correction coefficients and non-uniformity compensation (NUC) tables stored in non-volatile memory
- RoHS-compliant construction and CE marking aligned with EU Directive 2014/30/EU (EMC) and 2011/65/EU
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The ARTCAM-2020UV-CL is compatible with standard C-mount and F-mount optical assemblies, including UV-transmissive lenses (e.g., quartz, CaF₂, or fused silica objectives), monochromators, and fiber-coupled spectrometers. It supports vacuum-compatible mounting configurations when used with optional O-ring sealed front plates (sold separately). From a regulatory standpoint, the device conforms to IEC 61326-1:2013 for electrical equipment used in measurement, control, and laboratory applications—including immunity to electrostatic discharge (IEC 61000-4-2 Level 3), radiated RF fields (IEC 61000-4-3), and fast transient bursts (IEC 61000-4-4). While not classified as medical or safety-critical equipment, its design adheres to GLP-aligned documentation practices: full traceability of calibration certificates, sensor lot numbers, and firmware revision logs are provided with each unit shipment.
Software & Data Management
The camera is supported by Artray’s SDK (v4.2+), offering native C/C++, Python (via ctypes bindings), and MATLAB interfaces. Acquisition software includes real-time histogram analysis, dark-frame subtraction, and export to TIFF, HDF5, or raw binary formats compliant with NIST-recommended metadata schemas (NIH ImageJ/Fiji-compatible headers). All acquired frames retain embedded timestamps synchronized to external TTL triggers—enabling correlation with pump-probe laser systems or mechanical choppers. Audit-trail functionality records user-initiated parameter changes (exposure, gain, ROI), operator ID, and system time—meeting basic requirements for ISO/IEC 17025 clause 7.7 (data integrity) and supporting traceable workflows in regulated R&D environments.
Applications
- Deep-UV reflectance and transmittance mapping of photomasks and lithographic resists
- Time-resolved fluorescence lifetime imaging (FLIM) using pulsed UV excitation sources
- Plasma emission monitoring in semiconductor etch chambers (250–300 nm atomic lines)
- UV-VIS-NIR hyperspectral imaging in material science labs for bandgap characterization
- Calibration reference for radiometric transfer standards traceable to NIST SRM 2065
- OEM integration into automated optical inspection (AOI) platforms for LED wafer sorting
FAQ
Is the ARTCAM-2020UV-CL suitable for vacuum or inert-gas environments?
Yes—when equipped with the optional hermetic front plate (part #AC-UV-SEAL-CL), it operates reliably at pressures down to 10⁻³ mbar and in nitrogen-purged enclosures.
Does the camera support hardware triggering with sub-microsecond jitter?
Yes—the CameraLink interface provides dedicated input lines for external start-of-exposure and frame-strobe signals, with timing jitter <200 ns RMS.
Are radiometric calibration files included with shipment?
Each unit ships with a NIST-traceable relative spectral responsivity curve (200–1100 nm, 1 nm step) and a dark-current map measured at three temperatures (20°C, 25°C, 30°C).
Can the SDK be used under Linux operating systems?
Official support is provided for Windows 10/11 (64-bit) and Ubuntu 20.04 LTS; community-maintained drivers exist for CentOS 7 and Debian 11, though without warranty.
What is the maximum sustainable frame rate at full resolution?
At native 2048 × 2048 resolution and 12-bit output depth, the CameraLink Medium configuration achieves 32 fps with full ROI readout and no binning.
