NECTA 
series
Line scan SWIR USB3 cameras
NECTA S, the SWIR line-scan model in NECTA camera family, is capable of high-resolution acquisition in short-wave infrared bandwidth, ranging from 950 to 1700 nm. This new SWIR camera can reach up to 40kHz line rate with 14bit A/D converter: its high-speed USB3 interface, an advanced I/O, together with a compact and rugged aluminum case, make NECTA S suitable for most demanding machine vision applications.
Powered directly by the USB3 bus eliminating the need for external power adapters. USB 3.0 provides the most cost effective and widespread interface, pushing speed performances at the top.
Sharing the robust platform of NECTA line-scan cameras, this camera is specifically designed for those applications where infrared vision is crucial.
Powerful on-board image processing
NECTA S provides powerful on-board user-controlled image processing: AOI, LUT, FPN (DSNU & PRNU), gamma correction, black level offset calibration and frame control up to 65.000 lines.
Versatile I/O
NECTA provides a versatile I/O interface to control external devices such as strobe lights, encoders, etc. 2 input lines with direct encoder interface, 2 output lines and 1 input/output (RS422, RS644 LVDS, LVTTL). Its multipurpose I/O connector provides user I/O, line/frame triggering and direct encoder interface.
NECTA S new I/O interface now features 24VDC tolerant inputs and selectable 3,3 V / 5,0 V power supply to external device (e.g. encoder).
Driver and Software
An easy-to-use set of software API is available, which allows developers to quickly produce fast and clean code both on Windows and Linux, supporting all major programming languages, such as Python, C#, VB, C++ in Visual Studio or QT environment.
Our Software Development Kit provided with NECTA S cameras, is fully compatible with Cognex VisionPro, MVTech Halcon, NI LabView and other major machine vision software for industrial application.
Accessories
NECTA accessories available upon request:
Recommended for:
  | Fruit, vegetables and grains sorting |
 | Silicon wafer and solar cells inspection |
 | Plastic and garbage recycling |
Medical applications | |
 | Packaging inspection |
Features
InGaAs technology
NECTA S mounts InGaAs SWIR sensors, offering up to 1024 pixels resolution and 40 kHz rate through a 14 bit ADC.
SWIR
Working from 950 to 1700 nm, NECTA S can detect elements that are invisible to human eye. SWIR imaging can be useful to see through opaque materials like plastic or silicon, to reveal water, moisture or different chemical elements, to see through fog, smoke and dust.
USB3 interface
Up to 5 Gbps USB3 interface allows easy interface to your PC, eliminating expensive frame-grabbers and bulky cables while keeping highest performances.
Tiny rugged design
Small, ultra-lightweight, rugged aluminum machined high precision case allows maximum installation flexibility even in space constrained environments.
Versatile I/O
With 2 inputs and 2 outputs and 1 bidirectional I/O, NECTA S series offers unprecedented flexibility for interfacing to outer world signals: line/frame triggering, direct encoder readout and strobed lighting have never been so easy.
Dedicated lens adapter
Our C-mount and F-mount lens adapters are specifically built to fit NECTA S: they gives our customers the perfect flexibility in choosing best optics for their applications.
Technical specifications
| Model | NS05K | NS1K |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 512 x 1 | 1024 x 1 |
| Pixel size | 25 µm x 25 µm | 12,5 µm x 12,5 µm |
| Spectral range | 950 ~ 1700 nm | |
| Line Rate | Up to 40 kHz | |
| Shutter control | 20.5 μs ÷ 100 ms – Global shutter | |
| Full Well Capacity | 12,5 Me- | |
| Max responsivity | 0,128 μV/e- | |
| Quantum efficiency | 70% @ 1500 nm | |
| A/D Conversion | 14 bits | |
| Digital out format | 8 bit, 16 bit | |
| Synchronization | External trigger, software trigger, Direct Encoder Interface | |
| Readout | Normal, ROI, binning, frame combiner | |
| Power supply | < 3 W – powered by USB3 interface | |
| Inputs / Outputs | 2 in, 2 out and 1 I/O (RS422, RS644 LVDS, LVTTL), 24V tolerant | |
| Interface | USB3.2 Gen1x1 | |
| Lens Adapters | Built-in baseplate, C-mount, F-mount | |
| Weight | 96 g (without additional lens adapters) | |
| Dimensions | 56 mm x 56 mm x 22,3 mm - (LxWxD), camera only | |
| Conformity | CE, RoHS, FCC, IC | |
| Main controls | Shutter, contrast, analog/digital gain, LUT and gamma correction, DSNU/PRNU correction | |
| Temperatures | Operative: 0 ÷ 50°C | Storage: -20 ÷ 70°C | |
All dimensions are expressed in millimeters.
Camera specifications are subject to change without notice.
