SCION MCT 640 Camera
SCION 640 MCT VIS–SWIR Camera
The SCION 640 MCT is a high‑sensitivity SWIR camera designed for applications requiring extended wavelength detection beyond standard InGaAs sensors. Featuring a 640 × 512 pixel mercury‑cadmium‑telluride (MCT / HgCdTe) sensor with 10 µm pixel pitch, the SCION 640 MCT enables imaging across the 0.9 to 2.5 µm spectral range, making it ideal for demanding infrared measurement tasks.
Integrated thermoelectric cooling combined with cold shielding ensures low noise and stable operation, even during long integration times. Advanced non‑destructive readout modes further optimize sensitivity and dynamic range, allowing reliable capture of extremely weak signals. With its compact form factor and high frame‑rate capability, the SCION 640 MCT is well suited for hyperspectral imaging, chemical analysis, defense and security, astronomy, and advanced scientific spectroscopy applications.
Description
SCION 640 MCT VIS–SWIR Camera
The SCION 640 MCT is a high‑sensitivity SWIR camera designed for applications requiring extended wavelength detection beyond standard InGaAs sensors. Featuring a 640 × 512 pixel mercury‑cadmium‑telluride (MCT / HgCdTe) sensor with 10 µm pixel pitch, the SCION 640 MCT enables imaging across the 0.9 to 2.5 µm spectral range, making it ideal for demanding infrared measurement tasks.
Integrated thermoelectric cooling combined with cold shielding ensures low noise and stable operation, even during long integration times. Advanced non‑destructive readout modes further optimize sensitivity and dynamic range, allowing reliable capture of extremely weak signals. With its compact form factor and high frame‑rate capability, the SCION 640 MCT is well suited for hyperspectral imaging, chemical analysis, defense and security, astronomy, and advanced scientific spectroscopy applications.
Key Specifications
- Sensor format: 640 × 512 array with 10 µm pixel pitch
- Spectral range: Extended SWIR sensitivity from 0.9 to 2.5 µm using MCT (HgCdTe) sensor technology
- Cooling: Integrated thermoelectric cooling with cold shielding for stable, low‑noise operation
- Sensitivity: High broadband quantum efficiency (up to ~85%, sensor‑dependent)
- Frame rate: Up to 700 fps at full frame, higher rates with windowing
- Readout modes: Advanced non‑destructive readout and sample‑up‑the‑ramp (SUPR) capability
- Integration: Compact housing with optional board‑level configuration; compatible with PICAM SDK and LightField software
Why Choose MCT?
MCT (HgCdTe) sensor technology extends detection deeper into the short‑wave infrared compared to conventional InGaAs sensors. This enables access to spectral features above 1.7 µm that are critical for applications such as chemical identification, molecular spectroscopy, gas sensing, and advanced hyperspectral imaging.
By combining extended wavelength sensitivity with low noise performance and advanced readout techniques, the SCION 640 MCT provides a powerful solution for applications where maximum spectral coverage and sensitivity are required, without compromising integration flexibility or system stability.
Specifications
Specifications
| Part Number | SCION‑MCT‑640 |
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| Resolution | 640 × 512 |
| Max Frame Rate (Standard) | 700 Hz |
| Sensor Model | Teledyne MCT |
| Pixel Size | 10 µm |
| Sensor Type | Hybrid CMOS |
| Shutter Type | Global, Rolling |
| Spectral Range | 900–2500 nm |
| Color / Mono | Mono |
| Lens Mount | C‑mount |
| Data Interface | CameraLink, USB 3.0 |
Features
| Acquisition Modes |
Integrate then read, Integrate while read, Sample up the ramp |
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Performance
| Dark Current | < 400 ke⁻/pixel/second |
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| Full Well Capacity (Qsat) | 1 Me⁻ (low gain) |
| Quantum Efficiency (Mono) | 85% |
| Read Noise | < 30 e⁻ |
| Sensor Material | HgCdTe |
Physical
| Digitization (ADC) | 14‑bit |
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| Dimensions (W × H × L) | 86 × 86 × 127 mm |
| Field of View | 6.4 × 5.1 mm |
Recommended System Configuration
| Accessories (Included) | Power supply, USB cable, trigger cables, quick‑start guide |
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Compliance & Certifications
| Certification | CE |
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Scion Camera Comparison
SCION Camera Comparison
| Specification | SCION 640 VisGaAs | SCION 640 MCT | SCION VisGaAs 1280 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor Resolution | 640 × 512 | 640 × 512 | 1280 × 1024 |
| Sensor Material | VisGaAs (InGaAs) | MCT (HgCdTe) | VisGaAs (InGaAs) |
| Pixel Size | 10 µm | 10 µm | 10 µm |
| Spectral Range | ~400 – 1700 nm | ~900 – 2500 nm | ~400 – 1700 nm |
| Quantum Efficiency (typ.) | Up to ~85% | Sensor‑dependent | Up to ~85% |
| Max Frame Rate (Full Frame) | Up to 700 fps | Up to 700 fps | Up to 175 fps |
| Readout Modes | Integrate then read, integrate while read, sample up the ramp (SUPR) | ||
| Cooling | Thermoelectric cooling down to −65 °C | ||
| Shutter Type | Global and rolling shutter (sensor‑dependent) | ||
| Lens Mount | C‑mount | ||
| Data Interface | CameraLink, USB 3.0 | CameraLink, USB 3.0 | CameraLink, USB 3.0 |
| Form Factor | Compact housing (86 × 86 × 127 mm) or board‑level configuration | ||
| Typical Applications | Hyperspectral imaging, fluorescence, semiconductor inspection | Extended‑SWIR imaging, chemical analysis, defense & astronomy | High‑resolution hyperspectral imaging, scientific imaging |
