Hamamatsu C9750 Series Line-Scan X-ray Camera
| Brand | Hamamatsu |
|---|---|
| Origin | Japan |
| Manufacturer Type | Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) |
| Import Status | Imported |
| Model | C9750 |
| Pricing | Available Upon Request |
Overview
The Hamamatsu C9750 Series Line-Scan X-ray Camera is a high-performance, industrial-grade imaging sensor engineered for continuous, high-speed, non-destructive X-ray inspection in automated production and quality control environments. Built upon a robust CMOS-based linear array architecture with integrated scintillator coupling, the C9750 operates on the principle of time-synchronized line-by-line X-ray photon detection—enabling precise, distortion-free imaging of moving objects on conveyor belts or rotating stages. Unlike area-scan detectors, its 1D line-scan design eliminates motion blur while maintaining high spatial resolution and dynamic range, making it especially suitable for inline inspection of printed circuit boards (PCBs), lithium-ion battery electrodes, metal welds, food packaging integrity, and composite material layers. The camera’s optical geometry supports both fan-beam and parallel-beam X-ray configurations, and its modular interface facilitates integration with standard industrial frame grabbers compliant with Camera Link or CoaXPress protocols.
Key Features
- High-sensitivity linear X-ray sensor with Gd2O2S:Tb or CsI:Tl scintillator options for optimized quantum detection efficiency across 20–150 kVp X-ray spectra
- Configurable pixel pitch (e.g., 25 µm, 50 µm, 100 µm) and active line lengths (up to 4096 pixels), enabling tailored resolution–field-of-view trade-offs
- Programmable exposure timing (µs to ms range) synchronized to external encoder or trigger signals for motion-compensated acquisition
- On-chip correlated double sampling (CDS) and programmable gain amplification to suppress read noise and extend effective dynamic range (>76 dB)
- Ruggedized aluminum housing with IP52-rated ingress protection and thermally stabilized sensor mounting for stable operation in factory-floor environments
- Support for multiple variants including C9750-20TCN (20 µm pitch, TEC-cooled), C9750-10FCN (10 µm, front-illuminated), C9750-05FCN (5 µm ultra-high-res), and C9750-27FCD/FCC (C-arm compatible, dual-energy capable)
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The C9750 series is designed for use with standard industrial X-ray sources (microfocus to cabinet-based systems) and accommodates a wide range of sample thicknesses—from thin polymer films (30 mm steel eq.)—via adjustable gain and integration time. All models comply with IEC 61000-6-2 (EMC immunity) and IEC 61000-6-4 (EMC emissions), and meet RoHS 2015/863/EU and REACH SVHC requirements. For regulated industries, the system supports audit-ready operation when paired with Hamamatsu’s optional SDK and third-party vision platforms validated under ISO 13485 (medical device manufacturing) and ISO/IEC 17025 (testing laboratories). While not intrinsically certified for hazardous locations, the camera may be deployed in Class 1 Div 2 environments with appropriate enclosure integration.
Software & Data Management
Hamamatsu provides the C9750 with a comprehensive Software Development Kit (SDK) supporting Windows/Linux (64-bit), including C/C++, Python, and LabVIEW APIs. The SDK enables full low-level control of timing, ROI selection, offset/gain calibration, and dark-current subtraction. Raw image data is output in 12-bit or 16-bit TIFF or binary format, preserving linear response for quantitative radiometric analysis. Integration with machine vision frameworks such as HALCON, OpenCV, and Common Vision Blox is supported via GenICam-compliant drivers. For traceability-critical applications, metadata embedding (timestamp, exposure parameters, sensor temperature) complies with DICOM-SR and ASTM E2737-21 standards. Optional firmware updates are delivered through Hamamatsu’s secure customer portal with SHA-256 signature verification and version rollback capability.
Applications
- Automated PCB solder-joint inspection and void detection in BGA packages
- In-line monitoring of electrode coating uniformity and defect mapping in battery manufacturing
- Real-time weld seam inspection for automotive chassis and aerospace structural components
- Foreign object detection (FOD) and seal integrity verification in pharmaceutical blister packs and food trays
- High-resolution tomographic reconstruction pre-scanning using helical or translational scan trajectories
- Material thickness gauging and density profiling in roll-to-roll web inspection (e.g., aluminum foil, laminated films)
FAQ
What is the maximum line rate achievable with the C9750-20TCN model?
The C9750-20TCN supports up to 24 kHz line rate at full resolution with Camera Link Base configuration; higher rates (up to 48 kHz) are attainable with region-of-interest readout or CoaXPress 2.0 interfacing.
Can the C9750 be calibrated for absolute X-ray intensity measurement?
Yes—Hamamatsu provides NIST-traceable flat-field and dark-field calibration procedures, and the SDK includes tools for pixel response normalization and beam-hardening correction reference generation.
Is the C9750 compatible with pulsed X-ray sources?
Absolutely—the camera accepts TTL or LVDS external triggers with sub-microsecond jitter, enabling synchronization with microsecond-duration X-ray pulses from gated tubes or synchrotron beamlines.
Does Hamamatsu offer OEM support for embedded integration?
Yes—full mechanical, electrical, and thermal interface documentation (including Gerber files, pinout schematics, and thermal simulation reports) is available under NDA to qualified OEM partners.
How is long-term stability ensured during continuous operation?
All TEC-cooled variants feature closed-loop temperature regulation (±0.1 °C) and built-in thermal drift compensation algorithms that update offset maps dynamically during runtime.
