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pco.edge 5.5 DS CLHS sCMOS Camera

Introducing the pco.edge 5.5 DS CLHS camera—where exceptional resolution meets lightning-fast imaging! With a striking 5.5 MPixel resolution and 16-bit depth, this camera captures every detail with stunning precision. Designed for the scientists and researchers who demand excellence, it’s your go-to solution for observing rapid dynamic processes like never before.

pco.edge 5.5 DS CLHS sCMOS Camera

Why settle for ordinary when you can elevate your research with cutting-edge technology? The pco.edge 5.5 DS CLHS camera takes imaging to the next level. Its double shutter mode allows for an interframing time of just 100 ns, making it perfect for Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) and other high-speed applications that require both accuracy and speed. Imagine capturing the intricate movements of particles or the fast dynamics of fluid flows with exceptional clarity! With this advanced camera, you won't miss a single detail. Bring precision and performance to your research—embrace the pco.edge 5.5 DS CLHS and witness the difference firsthand!


Specifications :
Interface CLHS FOL
Sensor technology sCMOS
Color type monochrome or color
Resolution 2560 x 2160 pixels
Sensor diagonal 21.8 mm
Pixel size  6.5 x 6.5 μm
Interframing time 100 ns
Maximum frame rate @ full resolution 100 fps  / RS – 25 fps /DS 
Maximum pixel rate 893 MPixel/s
Peak QE *(1) 60 % @ 600 nm 
Typical read noise *(2) 2.2 e-
Dark current @ sensor temperature < 0.6 RS/GR e-/pixel/s
< 0.9 GS @ 7 °C e-/pixel/s
Maximum dynamic range  30,000 : 1
Shutter type Rolling Shutter, Global Shutter, Global Reset, Double Shutter
Sensor cooling3 air, optional: water
Dimensions (H x W x L) 76 x 70 x 122 mm
  1. *Monochrome version
  2. *The readout noise values are given as median (med). All values are raw data without any filtering.
  3. *air = air forced with fan | water = external water connection


Features :
  • Short interframing time of 100 ns in double shutter mode
  • Fiber-optic CLHS FOL interface for high-resolution streaming
  • Resolution of 2560 x 2160 pixels
  • Adapted for PIV applications


Applications :
  • Tunnel inspection
  • Particle tracking velocimetry (PTV)
  • PIV application
  • Structured illumination microscopy (SIM)
  • 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
  • Lucky astronomy
  • Disaster recovery


Brochures & Datasheets :

   pco.edge 5.5 DS CLHS sCMOS Camera Datasheet (pdf / English)

   pco double shutter cameras Overview (pdf / English)

   pco.aquamatic III User Manual (pdf / English)

   pco.Silicon Software Grabber & Driver Installation User Manual (pdf / English)

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


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