Description
Achieve ultimate clarity and an extended depth of field with our premium 10MP 12mm M12 Low Distortion Lens. Specifically engineered with an ultra-high-resolution 10 Megapixel optical design and an all-glass 7G+IRCF structure, this lens features a specialized fixed F8.0 small aperture. The F8.0 aperture provides a massive depth of field (DOF), perfect for high-intensity lighting environments. Supporting a Max Φ11mm image format (optimized for 1/1.8″ sensors) and boasting a tight < -2% distortion profile, it delivers unparalleled edge-to-edge sharpness for demanding machine vision, factory automation (FA), and microscopic inspection tasks.
Key Highlights
- 10MP Ultra-High Resolution: Delivers pristine, 10-megapixel sub-micron details, meeting the rigorous standards of high-density sensor inspection and preventing pixel blurring.
- F8.0 Small Aperture & Deep DOF: The unique F8.0 fixed iris maximizes depth of field, keeping objects perfectly in focus even when their height or working distance varies drastically.
- Premium 7G All-Glass Optical Structure: Composed of 7 layers of precision-molded glass with an integrated IR Cut Filter, ensuring exceptional thermal stability and preventing lens defocus from factory heat.
- Max Φ11mm Large Target Coverage: Fully covers professional 1/1.8″ large-format CMOS sensors, eliminating corner vignetting and ensuring even light distribution.
Technical Specifications
- Image Format: Max Φ11mm (Optimized for 1/1.8″)
- Focal Length: 12.0mm
- Field of View (F.O.V.): 42° (D) / 34° (H) / 25.5° (V) on 1/1.8″ sensor
- Resolution: 10 Megapixel (10MP)
- Aperture: F8.0 (Fixed Iris)
- Optical Distortion: < -2%
- Mount Type: M12 x 0.5
- Focus Control: Manual
- Zoom Control: Fixed
- Back Focal Length (B.F.L.): 5.64mm
- Total Track Length (T.T.L.): 25.0mm
- Minimum Object Distance (M.O.D.): 0.15m
- Optical Structure: 7G (All-Glass) + IR Cut Filter (IRCF)
This product is certified by RoHS and ISO9001 quality management system, supports third-party testing, and complies with EU and domestic security equipment access standards, ensuring reliable quality and full compliance.
Applications & Compatibility
Core Application Scenarios
This 10MP 12mm F8.0 M12 lens is purpose-built for specialized industrial inspection environments where intense illumination is paired with the need for a massive depth of field. It excels on Factory Automation (FA) assembly lines for multi-level PCB inspection, connector pin alignment, and precision electronic scanning, where components vary slightly in height but must all remain completely sharp. The narrow 34° horizontal field of view combined with a 0.15m minimum focus distance makes it perfect for Machine Vision sorting systems and robotic arm picking tools operating under intense ring lights or laser profiling. Furthermore, its rugged 7G all-glass layout makes it ideal for medical scanning devices and industrial microscopes exposed to continuous, high-temperature operations.
Compatible Device List
- Sensors: Optimized for large 10MP 1/1.8″, 1/2″, and 1/2.3″ high-resolution CMOS sensors (e.g., Sony IMX global shutter sensors).
- Industrial Cameras: Perfectly matches board-level M12 cameras from leading brands such as Basler, FLIR, IDS, Cognex, and Hikrobot.
- Embedded Vision Kits: Integrates smoothly with Raspberry Pi High Quality camera modules, Jetson Nano industrial carriers, and open-source smart vision systems.
- Inspection Systems: Fits 4K macro vision enclosures, automated optical inspection (AOI) machines, and biomedical diagnostic instrumentation.
“Designed for high-depth-of-field Machine Vision and precision Factory Automation applications.”
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Why does this 10MP lens use an F8.0 small aperture instead of a wider one?
- A: The F8.0 small aperture is specialized for industrial applications using intense external lighting. It vastly increases the Depth of Field (DOF), allowing the camera to keep objects at different distances or varying heights in perfect focus simultaneously.
- Q: What are the advantages of the 7G+IRCF optical structure?
- A: The 7G (7 layers of all-glass) configuration provides unmatched optical clarity and resolution required for 10MP sensors. Unlike plastic lenses, glass does not warp or lose focus under the fluctuating temperatures of factory environments. The IRCF ensures true color accuracy.
- Q: Can this 12mm M12 lens focus closely on small components?
- A: Yes, with a Minimum Object Distance (M.O.D.) of just 0.15 meters (15cm), you can position this lens very close to your subject, making it excellent for macro component inspection and barcode scanning.
- Q: Is this lens compatible with a standard 1/1.8″ sensor?
- A: Yes, the lens is engineered for a Max Φ11mm image circle, which provides complete, vignette-free coverage across the entire surface of a 1/1.8″ sensor.
- Q: Does this lens feature auto-focus or manual focus control?
- A: This is a manual focus lens. Once you adjust the focus to match your specific hardware layout and working distance, it can be locked down to prevent drift during high-vibration operation.
- Q: Does the < -2% distortion require software correction?
- A: For most machine vision, alignment, and OCR tasks, this low-distortion lens is precise enough out of the box, saving significant processor overhead by eliminating the need for digital correction algorithms.
