Cooled SWIR Monochrome Camera ZWO ASI990MM-P - InGaAs Sensor for Scientific Applications

The ZWO ASI990MM-P camera is a high-performance SWIR (Short-wave Infrared) camera, equipped with a 1.3 million pixel Sony IMX990 monochrome CMOS sensor (5 μm). Designed for demanding scientific applications, it offers a wide spectral sensitivity of 400 nm to 1700 nm, optimized for infrared imaging in fields such as photometry, spectroscopy, optical communication and laser research. Its active cooling with double-stage Peltier module reduces thermal noise, ensuring exceptional image quality even during long exposures.

Features:

• Sensor: SWIR CMOS Sony IMX990
• Sensor Format: 1/2" (1280 x 1024 px)
• Pixel Dimensions: 5 x 5 μm
• Matrix Dimensions: 6.4 x 5.12 mm (diagonal: 8.2 mm)
• Spectral Range: 400 nm to 1700 nm
• Full Well Capacity: 127,000 e-
• Exposure Time Range: 32 μs to 2000 s
• Read Noise: 21.3 e-
• Interface: USB 3.0 Type-B SuperSpeed and 2x USB 2.0
• Cooling: Active, double-stage Peltier (-35°C below ambient)
• Objective Mount: Female M42x1 thread
• Back Focus: 17.5 mm
• Dimensions: 78 mm (diameter) x 73.6 mm (height)

Advantages:

• InGaAs technology offering high sensitivity in the near infrared, perfect for low-light applications or infrared imaging.
• Back-Illuminated sensor reducing photon loss and improving light collection for sharper and more accurate images.
• Active cooling with double-stage Peltier module to minimize thermal noise, essential for long exposures.
• Robust design with extended connectivity, adapted to the needs of scientific research and industry.

Compatibility:

• Compatible with major astronomy and research software such as ASIStudio, Prism, NINA, FireCapture, MaximDL, and many others.

Tips and Tricks:

• Use a stable 12V power supply for optimal active cooling performance.
• Ideal for scientific applications in the fields of spectroscopy, photometry, and infrared optical communication.

The ZWO ASI990MM-P camera is an ideal tool for scientists and researchers requiring a reliable and high-performance SWIR camera for a variety of infrared imaging applications.