Photometrics Evolve 512 EMCCD Camera0 pages
Evolve™ 512 Datasheet
HIGH PERFORMANCE EMCCD & CCD CAMERAS FOR LIFE SCIENCES
512 x 512 imaging array
16 x 16-μm pixels
tSmallest, most powerful scientific EMCCD camera on the market
tMost advanced feature set available for low-light applications
tLowest dark current available for an EMCCD camera
tLowest read noise available for an EMCCD camera
Available with Exclusive
Primary applications:
Quantitative FRET
Multiprobe experiments
Technology
Ratiometric ion imaging
Confocal microscopy
Live-cell fluorescence imaging
tIdeal for sophisticated researcher and multi-user labs
tSuperb electron multiplication (EM) gain and bias stability
tMost accurate EM calibration technique in the industry
tAvailable with exclusive eXcelon™ technology
tBacked by Photometrics’ worldwide support team
FeaturestBenefits
EM gain
Very high sensitivity
Low-noise, impact-ionization process
Back-illuminated EMCCD
CCD97 or CCD97-X (with eXcelon technology), highest available quantum efficiency (>90% peak QE)
512 x 512 imaging array
16 x 16-μm pixels
Optimized field of view and highest sensitivity
Intelligent FPGA design
Precise linearization of EM gain
Self-calibrating linearization ensures truly quantitative data consistently, time and again
Ensures bias stability to guarantee a stable background
PAR feedback system
(Photometrics Active Regulation)
Delivers unsurpassed EM gain stability for outstanding signal fidelity across 16 bits
ACE technology
(Advanced Clocking Enhancement)
Pixel-clock timing resolution 12x better than other EMCCD cameras
Provides lowest noise floor and minimizes generation of spurious charge and background events
10-MHz readout
Excellent for high-speed image visualization
5- and 1-MHz readout
Perfect for high-precision photometry
Dual amplifiers
Select readout mode via software for optimized (1) high-speed / high-sensitivity performance (EM)
or (2) wide-dynamic-range performance (traditional CCD mode)
16-bit digitization
Wide dynamic range allows detection of bright and dim signals in the same image
Frame-transfer EMCCD
100% duty cycle to collect continuous data
No mechanical shutter required
C- mount
Easily attaches to microscopes, standard lenses, or optical equipment
Turbo-1394 interface
(IEEE-1394a)
Universally accepted interface that provides high-bandwidth, uninterrupted data transfer with no dropped frames
Windows® XP/7
PVCam®
Circular buffers
Device sequencing
Supported by numerous third-party software packages
Real-time focus
Precise integration with shutters, filter wheels, etc.
Exclusive eXcelon Technology
(optional)
Enhanced QE in Blue and near IR wavelengths
Anti-Etaloning in near IR wavelengths
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*tPatent-pending Photometrics technology
PM-DS-013 Rev A10
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