iKon-XL 231
Andor’s NEW iKon-XL is a TE-cooled, very large area CCD camera platform, accommodating big field of view sensors that are ideally suited to long exposure astronomy applications. Patent-pending ColdSpace™ technology thermoelectrically cools a back-illuminated 16.8 Megapixel sensor (e2v) down to -100 °C, avoiding the requirement for liquid nitrogen or unreliable cryo coolers. Extended Dynamic Range technology is complemented by up to 18-bit digitization capability.
The iKon-XL 231 model uses the e2v CCD231-84 ‘astro’ back-illuminated sensor, combining exceptionally low read noise of 2.1 e- with a very large well depth of 350,000 e- and available with a range of sensor QE coatings, in both standard and deep depletion formats.
– 100 °C TE cooled large area sensors
NO liquid nitrogen, NO cryo-cooler
Extended Dynamic Range (18-bit)
e2v CCD231-84 sensor (deep depletion available)
Overview
Ultimate Performance -100 °C TE Cooled, Very Large Area CCD
Andor’s iKon-XL is a thermoelectrically (TE) cooled, very large area CCD camera platform, accommodating large field of view sensors that are ideally suited to long exposure astronomy applications. Using the unique, patent-pending ColdSpace™ technology, the ultrasensitive iKon-XL is capable of TE cooling a 16.8 Megapixel sensor (e2v back-illuminated) down to -100 °C, avoiding the requirement for liquid nitrogen or unreliable cryo coolers. The iKon-XL also uses an exclusive Extended Dynamic Range technology, facilitating lowest noise and maximum well depth within one scan, complemented by up to 18-bit digitization capability. Flexible connectivity is standard through either USB 3.0 or a long distance direct fibre optic interface.
The iKon-XL 231 model uses the e2v CCD231-84 ‘astro’ back-illuminated sensor, offering a very large 61.4 x 61.4 mm imaging area from a 4096 x 4108 array format and 15 µm pixel size. Available with a range of sensor QE coatings, in both standard and deep depletion formats (the latter for extended NIR coverage), the model also offers the absolute best CCD performance available, combining exceptionally low read noise of 2.1 e- with a very large well depth of 350,000 e-. Facilitated by iKon-XL’s unique Extended Dynamic Range technology, even a non-binned image requires 18-bit digitization in order not to under-sample the resulting extraordinary dynamic range!
Specifications
Key Specifications Active Pixels
4096 x 4108
Sensor Size
61.4 x 61.4 mm
Pixel Size
15 x 15 µm
Read Noise
As low as 2.1 e-
Active area pixel well depth (typical)
350,000 e-
Maximum Cooling
-100°C
Max. Readout Rate
3 MHz
Features and Benefits
Features Benefits Thermoelectric Cooling to -100°C (Liquid/Water)
Patent-pending ColdSpace™ very large area TE cooling technology avoids need for liquid nitrogen or unreliable cryo coolers. Minimization of darkcurrent to below the zodiacal background.
61.4 x 61.4 mm sensor
Very large field of view from 16.8 Megapixel, 15 µm pixel pitch sensor.
Extended Dynamic Range
Unique method to achieve lowest noise and maximum well depth within one scan. Supplemented by up to 18-bit digitization.
Peak QE over 95% (deep depletion available)
High photon collection efficiency for maximising SNR.
Low noise readout
Intelligent low-noise electronics, combined with the ‘astro’ CCD231-84 sensor, deliver the lowest CCD noise available.
350,000 e- well depth
Extremely high well depth for linear quantification of relatively bright signal.
UltraVac™
Critical for sustained vacuum integrity and to maintain unequalled cooling and QE performance, year after year.
‘Deep Cooled’ and ‘Compact’ versions
‘Deep Cooled’ for -100 °C water/liquid (no air cooling). ‘Compact’ for smaller form factor and combined -80 °C water liquid; -60 °C air cooled.
Fibre-optic or USB 3.0 interface flexibility
Built-in robust plug and play interface options as standard. Fibre optic for long distance solution.
Balanced Quad-port readout
Tracking stability to ensure all readout circuits experience same temperature and operating conditions, yielding well balanced quadrants. Optional (software selected) single port readout mode.
Multiple readout speeds, up to 3 MHz
Slower readout for lowest noise, faster speeds for more rapid readout and focusing.
Field replaceable shutter
No shutter is designed or specified for infinite usage! When it finally fails in a remote observing location, it can be easily replaced on site.
iRig-B GPS timestamp
Image GPS timestamp with 10ms resolution for network integration.
Easy reference column access
Easy and flexible software access to dark (shielded) reference columns
Windows, Linux & Labview
Andor’s user-friendly SDK supports both Windows and Linux OS. LabView VI package available.
ASTRO.control compatibility
redlogix ASTRO.control is a dedicated platform for control of astronomical telescopes and instrumentation
Graphs
Graphs and Drawings QE Curve - Standard QE Curve - Deep Depletion Dimensions - Front - Flexi Model Dimensions - Side - Flexi Model Connector Panel - Flexi Model Dimensions - Front - Deep Cooled Model Dimensions - Side - Deep Cooled Model Connector Panel - Deep Cooled Model
商品属性 [Active pixels ] 4096 x 4108 [Pixel Size] 15 x 15µm [Frame Rate] <1