SBIG CCD IMAGING CAMERA STL-6303E CLASS 2 CCD CAMERA STL-6303 E-C2

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SBIG STL6303EC2 Class 2 CCD Camera

Item No. 757-66302
Manuf. No. SBIG STL-6303 E-C2

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Description

The Research Series Self-Guiding CCD cameras from SBIG represent a new step forward in the field of astronomical imaging. These cooled, large format cameras leave nothing to be desired in the way of features and functionality. The Research Series cameras support a variety of imaging sensors. The STL-6303E with full frame CCDs offer high quantum efficiency and greater dynamic range. These cameras are excellent choices for wide field imaging with short focal length scopes.

The built-in guiding CCD is a TC-237H frame transfer device with high sensitivity and a 657x495 pixel array. The built-in filter carousel accepts both 50mm unmounted round filters and filters mounted in 48mm threaded cells. Filter selection is accomplished with the camera control software. The front cover of the camera is easily removed for changing filters. Since the CCD is in a separate sealed chamber, removal of the front cover to change filters does not expose the CCD to dust or air and the desiccant does not need to be recharged after replacing the cover. A shutter mechanism is also located inside the camera body, between the filter wheel and the sealed CCD chamber.

An internal 12VDC regulated power supply is added to the camera for simplified power requirements and greater tolerance of input voltage variation. When operating in the field from a 12V battery, current drain, power cord extensions and cold temperatures may cause the input voltage to drop below 12 volts. The internal regulated supply will accommodate some variation in input voltage (from about 10 volts to 18 volts) and keep the camera operating normally. This will allow for longer power cords to be used with less concern for voltage drops so long as the input voltage stays within a certain range.

A set of indicator LEDs will let you know if your input voltage at the camera is getting too low for normal operation. A universal 90-240VAC, 50-60 Hz power supply is also included for operation from virtually any line voltage in the world. The standard cooling design utilizes a very efficient two-stage TE cooler for maximum performance with large format detectors. Each camera is also liquid assist ready so that additional cooling in warm climates may be achieved by circulating water if needed. A special magnetic levitating fan is being tested to eliminate even the smallest vibration. Cooling to -50 Degrees C below ambient can be achieved with this system.

Features

• Large area imaging CCDs, up to 35mm format
• 6.3 Megapixels
• Built-in 657x495 pixel TC-237H guiding CCD
• Internal 2" filter carousel
• Two-stage thermoelectric cooling
• Provision for water circulation, cooling to -50 degrees C below ambient
• Fast USB electronics, up to 425,000 pixels per second transfer rate
• Professional software: CCDOPS version 5, CCDSoftV5
• Software selectable binning modes, 1x1, 2x2, 3x3, 9x9, 1xN
• 12VDC Operation
• Status and Power level indicator lights
• Universal 90-240VAC power supply
• Custom waterproof, dustproof, crushproof Pelican carrying and storage case.

• Imaging CCD Kodak Enhanced KAF-6303E
• Pixel Array 3072 x 2048 pixels, 27.5 x 18.4 mm
• Total Pixels 6.3 million
• Pixel Size 9 x 9 microns
• Full Well Capacity (NABG) 100,000 e-
• Dark Current 0.3 e-/pixel/second at 0 degrees C
• Antiblooming NABG standard, ABG optional
• Shutter Electromechanical
• Exposure 0.12 to 3600 seconds, 10ms resolution
• Correlated Double Sampling Yes
• A/D Converter 16 bits
• A/D Gain 1.4e-/ADU unbinned, 2.3e- binned
• Read Noise 13.5e- RMS
• Binning Modes 1 x 1, 2 x 2, 3 x 3
• Full Frame Download 15 seconds
• Cooling - standard Two-Stage Thermoelectric, Water Assist, -40 C from Ambient Typical
• Temperature Regulation ý0.1ýC
• Power 10 - 18VDC, 12VDC nominal, Universal AC to 12VDC desktop supply
• Computer Interface USB 1.1
• Computer Compatibility Windows 98/NT/2000/Me/XP/Mac OS-X
• Guiding Dual CCD Self-Guiding Standard, Remote Guiding Head Optional
• Internal Filter Carousel 5 positions for 48mm threaded cells or 2" unmounted filters (optional)
• Mounting 2" nosepiece included
• Backfocus Approximately 1.7 inches (~4.3 cm) with 2" nosepiece attached
• Dimensions 6.5 x 6 x 3.5" (16.5 x 15.2x8.9cm)
• Weight 4 pounds (1.8 Kg) without filters
• Warranty SBIG warranty

• STL camera body with TE cooled imaging CCD
• Built-in TE cooled tracking CCD
• Internal filter wheel (filters are optional)
• Custom 2" nosepiece
• Camera handles
• USB cable
• ST-L-RC adapter plug and tracking cable
• Universal 100-240 VAC power supply
• CCDOPS software
• CCDSoftV5 software
• The Sky version 5 software
• Hex wrench set
• Pelican carrying case with custom cut foam
• SBIG warranty