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pco.edge 4.2 USB sCMOS Camera

Introducing the pco.edge 4.2 USB sCMOS Camera! Designed for the discerning scientist, this cutting-edge camera offers unparalleled image quality and reliable measurements. Its innovative sCMOS sensor excels in demanding conditions, making it perfect for applications requiring precision. Capture stunning images with high frame rates and minimal noise, all while enjoying the convenience of USB connectivity!

pco.edge 4.2 USB sCMOS Camera

Precision meets performance with the pco.edge 4.2. This scientific camera ensures that every detail is crystal clear, thanks to its remarkable 16-bit dynamic range. Need to capture data in low-light conditions? No problem! Its high quantum efficiency and long exposure capability give you the flexibility you need for insightful research. Elevate your imaging game—experience exceptional results with the pco.edge 4.2 USB sCMOS Camera!

The pco.edge 4.2 USB camera boasts exceptional quantum efficiency (QE), making it the top choice for high-sensitivity applications. Its USB 3.0 interface ensures easy connectivity to any device, including notebooks. Plus, with the sensor stabilized at 0 °C, you’ll experience minimal noise and superior image quality.

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Specifications :
Interface USB 3.0
Sensor technology sCMOS
Color type monochrome
Resolution 2048 x 2048 pixels
Sensor diagonal 18.8 mm
Pixel size 6.5 x 6.5 μm
Maximum frame rate
@ full resolution
40 fps
Maximum pixel rate 220 MPixels
Peak QE 82 % @ 580 nm
Typical read noise *(1) 0.8 e-
Dark current @ sensor temperature  < 0.3 @ 0 °C (e-/pixels)
Maximum dynamic range 37,500 : 1
Shutter type Rolling Shutter, Global Reset
Sensor cooling *(2) air & water
Dimensions (H x W x L) 76 x 70 x 99 mm
  1. *The readout noise values are given as median (med). All values are raw data without any filtering.
  2. *air = air forced with fan | water = external water connection


Applications :
  • Bright-field microscopy
  • Fluorescence microscopy
  • Digital pathology
  • Single molecule localization microscopy (SMLM) – PALM, STORM, dSTORM, GSDIM
  • Lightsheet fluorescence microscopy (LSFM)
  • Structured illumination microscopy (SIM)
  • Calcium imaging
  • Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET)
  • Fluorescence recovery after photobleaching (FRAP)
  • High-speed bright-field ratio imaging
  • High throughput screening | high content screening
  • Biochip reading
  • Total internal reflection microscopy (TITF)
  • Spinning disk confocal microscopy
  • 3D metrology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Photovoltaic inspection
  • Industrial quality inspection
  • Wafer inspection
  • Image intensifier imaging
  • Lucky astronomy
  • Particle tracking velocimetry (PTV)


Brochures & Datasheets :

   pco.edge 4.2 USB Datasheet (pdf / English)

   pco.edge 3.1, 4.2, 4.2 LT and 5.5 User Manual (pdf / English)

   pco.aquamatic III User Manual (pdf / English)

   pco.edge USB 3.0 2D & 3D Mechanical Drawing (zip / pdf / English)


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