Description

The YR06651 USB 3.0 CMOS Cooled Digital Camera is an advanced scientific imaging solution designed for demanding applications in fluorescence microscopy, DIC, and low-light imaging techniques. It integrates SONY Exmor CMOS sensors with resolutions ranging from 1.7 to 45 megapixels, delivering high-fidelity images, an excellent signal-to-noise ratio, and accurate color reproduction thanks to its Ultra-Fine™ color engine. The USB 3.0 interface ensures fast and stable data transfer, making it ideal for both real-time image acquisition and high-resolution scientific documentation.

One of its key differentiating features is the dual-stage TE-Cooling system, capable of reducing the sensor temperature by up to –42 °C below ambient, significantly minimizing thermal noise and enabling long exposure times of up to 1 hour. This makes the camera particularly suitable for low-intensity fluorescence imaging, biological analysis, biomedical research, and advanced scientific documentation. In addition, its global shutter (GS) ensures distortion-free images, even when imaging dynamic samples.

The YR06651 is compatible with Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android, and includes advanced image and video processing software, as well as SDK support for custom development. In the market, this type of cooled scientific camera is positioned in a competitive price range within the professional segment, offering an excellent cost-to-performance ratio compared to traditional CCD solutions, especially for laboratories seeking high performance without over-investing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of applications is this camera ideal for?
It is designed for fluorescence microscopy, DIC, bright field (BF), dark field (DF), and phase contrast (PH), particularly in research and advanced teaching environments.

Is it compatible with different operating systems?
Yes, it is compatible with Linux, iMac/macOS, and Windows (7, 10, and 11), facilitating integration into a wide range of laboratory setups.

What is the advantage of sensor cooling?
Sensor cooling significantly reduces electronic noise, improving image quality during long exposures and under low-light conditions.

Can it be integrated into custom systems?
Yes, thanks to its SDK support, it is ideal for integrators, developers, and manufacturers of scientific imaging solutions.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages:
• High-sensitivity SONY Exmor CMOS sensor
• Deep cooling (–42 °C) for low-noise imaging
• Global shutter (GS) for distortion-free images
• Broad system compatibility with included SDK
• Excellent performance in fluorescence and low-light applications

Possible Disadvantages:
• Requires an external power supply (DC adapter)
• Designed for professional users and may exceed the needs of basic applications

Field Use

In practical applications, the YR06651 is widely used in biomedical research laboratories, cell biology, histology, microbiology, and university research centers. It easily mounts onto microscopes via a C-mount, enabling stable fluorescence image acquisition, scientific video recording, and long-exposure sequences for quantitative analysis. Its high performance makes it ideal for documentation, scientific publication, and advanced education, where image quality is critical.

Recommendations

To maximize performance, it is recommended to operate the camera in vibration-controlled environments, use high-quality fluorescence-compatible optics, and keep the cooling system free of obstructions. Additionally, leveraging the image processing software and SDK will help optimize workflows, automate acquisitions, and enhance data analysis.

Technical Specifications