IUA4200KME-10G(GPixel UV) Industrial Camera/Analytical Imaging
Product Introduction
The IUA series is designed for general industrial inspection and scientific imaging, with resolution coverage from 0.39MP to 45MP. It provides multiple models from small to large sensor formats, offering global shutter (GS) or rolling shutter (RS) solutions by application, as well as visible light, Near-Infrared (NIR) and ultraviolet (UV) specialized wavelength models (depending on model).
For transmission and synchronization, IUA primarily uses USB3.0 for real-time acquisition, with some models providing 10GigE for long-distance and high-bandwidth transmission. The camera body is equipped with 7-Pin I/O (optically isolated input/output + configurable GPIO), facilitating coordination with trigger sources, light sources, motion control and other peripherals.
The software ecosystem is comprehensive, including ToupView software and cross-platform SDK (Windows / Linux / macOS), compatible with DirectShow / TWAIN and other third-party interfaces for secondary development and system integration.
Key Features
- Resolution coverage 0.39–45MP, suitable for multiple scenarios (depending on model)
- Wavelength coverage includes visible light / NIR / UV, with specialized wavelength models (depending on model)
- Shutter types: Global shutter (GS) or rolling shutter (RS) (depending on model)
- Data interface: USB3.0; some models support 10GigE for long-distance high-speed transmission
- Rich I/O: 7-Pin industrial-grade interface, OPTO_IN/OPTO_OUT optical isolation + configurable GPIO
- Supports hardware trigger / software trigger / free-running acquisition modes
- Supports ROI, digital binning (2×2/3×3/4×4 depending on model), precise bandwidth and frame rate control
- Some models feature built-in buffer memory to improve high-speed transmission stability
- Naming convention includes C (color) / M (monochrome) identification for quick model selection
- Provides ToupView imaging software and cross-platform SDK, supports Windows / Linux / macOS and DirectShow / TWAIN
- Available in complete camera and bare board (OEM) structural sizes for easy embedded and system integration
- Complies with CE / FCC / RoHS certification requirements
Product Details
| Key Parameters | |
| Model | IUA4200KME-10G(GPixel UV) |
| Sensor | GPixel GSENSE400BSI |
| Effective Pixels / Resolution | 4.2MP (2048×2048) |
| Frame Rate (Full Resolution) | 48 fps@2048×2048; 48 fps@1024×1024 |
| Shutter Type | Rolling shutter |
| Color Type | Monochrome |
| Imaging Performance | |
| Pixel Size | 11 µm × 11 µm |
| Sensor Size | 22.53mm × 22.53mm |
| Diagonal | 2.0" |
| Dynamic Range | 68.3 dB (HCG) / 68.1 dB (LCG) / 85.1 dB (HDR) |
| Bit Depth | 8/12-bit |
| Sensitivity | 3.25×10⁸ e-/((W/m²)·s) |
| Interface & Mechanical | |
| Data Interface | 10GigE |
| GPIO | 1 optically isolated input, 1 optically isolated output, 2 non-isolated input/output |
| Lens Mount | M42 mount |
| Dimensions | 68mm × 68mm × 46.2mm |
| Weight | 270g |
| Power Supply | DC12V power adapter |
| Environment & Certification | |
| Operating Temperature / Humidity | -10 °C ~ +50 °C / 20%~80% non-condensing |
| Storage Temperature / Humidity | -30 °C ~ +70 °C / TBD |
| Operating System | Win32/WinRT/Linux/macOS/Android |
| Certification | CE, FCC |
Product Overview
The IUA4200KME-10G(GPixel UV) represents an advanced industrial camera platform engineered for demanding applications requiring exceptional spectral versatility and high-performance imaging capabilities. Featuring a GPixel GSENSE400BSI high-performance image sensor, this platform delivers comprehensive imaging solutions across extended spectral ranges from visible through ultraviolet and near-infrared wavelengths.
Extended Spectral Imaging Capabilities
The IUA Series establishes new standards for spectral versatility through advanced sensor technologies that extend imaging capabilities beyond conventional visible light applications. The 4.2MP (2048×2048) resolution architecture combined with 11 µm × 11 µm pixel design across a 22.53mm × 22.53mm sensor format delivers exceptional performance across ultraviolet, visible, and near-infrared spectral ranges. This capability addresses specialized applications including fluorescence detection, material analysis, and scientific research where standard visible light imaging cannot provide adequate spectral information.
The implementation of Rolling shutter technology ensures precise temporal control essential for spectral imaging applications where timing accuracy directly impacts measurement reliability. This design approach supports both high-speed dynamic imaging and long-exposure scientific documentation across diverse spectral conditions while maintaining consistent performance characteristics.
Advanced Connectivity and Performance
The sophisticated dual-interface architecture featuring 10GigE connectivity provides unprecedented deployment flexibility for diverse system requirements. This comprehensive approach enables maximum frame rates reaching 48 fps@2048×2048; 48 fps@1024×1024 while supporting both compact USB installations and high-bandwidth Gigabit Ethernet deployments in enterprise-scale systems. The advanced interface design ensures consistent data throughput regardless of spectral configuration or imaging requirements.
Professional image processing capabilities incorporate 8/12-bit color depth processing with dynamic range specifications exceeding 68.3 dB (HCG) / 68.1 dB (LCG) / 85.1 dB (HDR) . These parameters ensure exceptional spectral accuracy and contrast resolution essential for applications requiring precise color discrimination and spectral analysis across diverse materials and illumination conditions.
Scientific and Industrial Integration
The optimized sensitivity specifications of 3.25×10⁸ e-/((W/m²)·s) enable reliable performance across challenging spectral conditions typical in both scientific research and industrial applications. This capability ensures consistent imaging quality whether deployed in controlled laboratory environments or variable production settings where spectral characteristics may vary significantly. The platform addresses the growing demand for spectral imaging capabilities in quality control processes, materials analysis, and research applications.
The standard M42 mount interface provides universal compatibility with both industrial lens systems and specialized scientific optics. Optional 0.5×/0.63×/1× relay adapters enable integration with microscopy systems and specialized optical configurations that support ultraviolet and near-infrared imaging requirements while maintaining optimal performance characteristics.
Compact Design and Development Support
The compact mechanical design measuring 68mm × 68mm × 46.2mm with system weight of 270g addresses space constraints in both laboratory and industrial environments while maintaining professional-grade spectral imaging performance. The DC12V power adapter power architecture simplifies installation requirements and reduces system complexity in multi-spectral imaging configurations.
Comprehensive software development support includes professional SDK compatibility across C/C++, C#, Python, DirectShow, GenICam development environments and Win32/WinRT/Linux/macOS/Android operating system platforms. This extensive compatibility ensures seamless integration with existing automation infrastructure while enabling custom application development that leverages the unique spectral capabilities for specialized research and industrial requirements.
Core Performance Specifications
Resolution
4.2MP (2048×2048)
Frame Rate
Up to 48 fps@2048×2048; 48 fps@1024×1024
Pixel Size
11 µm × 11 µm
Data Interface
10GigE
Advanced Application Capabilities
Multi-Spectral Imaging
Advanced sensor technology enables imaging across ultraviolet, visible, and near-infrared spectral ranges, supporting specialized applications in fluorescence detection, materials analysis, and scientific research requiring extended spectral coverage
Dual Interface Flexibility
Comprehensive connectivity options through USB 3.0 and Gigabit Ethernet interfaces provide deployment flexibility for diverse system architectures, from compact research setups to enterprise-scale industrial installations
High-Speed Precision
Global shutter architecture ensures precise temporal control essential for spectral imaging applications, supporting both high-speed dynamic imaging and long-exposure scientific documentation across diverse spectral conditions
Scientific Integration
Comprehensive software development kit enables seamless integration with scientific instrumentation and industrial automation systems, supporting custom applications that leverage unique spectral imaging capabilities
Technical Excellence
The IUA4200KME-10G(GPixel UV) industrial camera delivers exceptional performance through its advanced spectral imaging capabilities, comprehensive connectivity options, and professional-grade engineering. This platform represents the optimal solution for demanding applications requiring reliable imaging performance across extended spectral ranges, whether in scientific research environments or specialized industrial applications where conventional visible light imaging cannot provide adequate analytical information.
IUA4200KME-10G(GPixel UV) Technical Documentation
Comprehensive PDF documentation including detailed spectral specifications and integration guidelines
Professional SDK Suite
Multi-platform development resources supporting Windows, Linux, macOS with spectral imaging examples
3D CAD Models
Precision STEP format files for mechanical design integration and optical system planning
Product Overview
Professional features of the IUA series industrial cameras
The IUA series represents compact, high-speed response USB 3.0/GigE industrial cameras developed by Spectrum Instruments, covering visible light and specialized spectrum imaging requirements including UV and NIR applications. This series incorporates advanced Sony and GPixel CMOS/BSI sensors, with select models supporting global shutter technology and enhanced ultraviolet and near-infrared designs. The cameras excel in high frame rate performance, low-light sensitivity, and specialized wavelength capture capabilities. Built with rugged metal housings and industrial-grade interfaces, they are engineered for long-term stable operation and seamless system integration.
Core Features
Multi-Type High-Performance Sensors
Sony Pregius/GPixel BSI covering UV to NIR spectrum
Global Shutter Support
Motion blur-free imaging for high-speed scenarios
Specialized Spectrum Imaging
UV glass-free design, NIR enhanced QE up to 90%+
Industrial-Grade I/O Interfaces
Optically isolated input/output, 7-pin aviation connector
Performance Highlights
Resolution Range
0.39-45 MP
Multiple specifications availableFrame Rate Performance
100+ fps
Low resolution modelsExposure Time
6 µs-60 s
Ultra-wide rangeCompact Size
38×38×33
mm (board-level model)In-Depth Product Introduction
Advanced Sensor Technology Platform
The IUA series incorporates industry-leading Sony Pregius/Pregius S series and GPixel BSI back-illuminated sensors, covering the broad spectrum from visible light to ultraviolet and near-infrared wavelengths. The BSI architecture significantly enhances photon collection efficiency with dark current levels as low as 0.03-0.3 e-/s/pix, ensuring clear image acquisition even in low-light environments. The diverse sensor selection ranges from high-speed low-resolution to ultra-high-resolution 45 MP configurations, meeting the precision imaging requirements of various application scenarios.
Global Shutter High-Speed Imaging Technology
Selected models feature global shutter functionality that effectively eliminates motion blur and distortion of high-speed moving objects, making them particularly suitable for industrial inspection and motion analysis applications. Frame rates achieve hundred-level high-speed acquisition in 2-8 MP resolutions, with further enhancement possible through ROI and binning modes. Support for exposure times as short as 6 µs ensures capture of instantaneous dynamics, providing reliable performance for high-speed production line inspection, moving target tracking, and similar demanding applications.
Specialized Spectrum Imaging Solutions
The unique spectral imaging design enables the IUA series to excel in specialized wavelength detection applications. UV models employ glass removal technology to dramatically enhance ultraviolet wavelength response, while NIR models achieve near-infrared quantum efficiency exceeding 90% through sensor optimization and specialized coatings. This broad spectral coverage capability provides unique advantages in semiconductor defect detection, biomedical fluorescence imaging, security surveillance, and similar fields, offering multi-purpose functionality while reducing system complexity.
Industrial-Grade Interface and High-Reliability Design
The cameras feature comprehensive industrial-grade I/O interfaces including one optically isolated input, one optically isolated output, and programmable GPIO supporting external triggering and flash synchronization functions. The 7-pin aviation connector design ensures connection reliability in vibrating environments. The CNC aluminum alloy unibody construction utilizes fanless passive cooling design with power consumption below 3 W, enabling continuous 24/7 stable operation even in harsh industrial environments.
Comprehensive System Integration Support
The cameras provide dual interface options of USB 3.0 and 10GigE to meet different transmission distance and bandwidth requirements. Professional ToupView/ToupLite software supports comprehensive platform compatibility including Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android. Rich SDK interfaces encompass C/C++, C#/VB.NET, Python, Java, DirectShow, and Twain, significantly simplifying secondary development workflows. Standard C-mount lens compatibility combined with the compact 38×38×33 mm dimensions facilitates integration into various automation equipment and scientific instruments.
Applications
IUA series applications across various industrial imaging fields
IUA Series Core Advantages
Wide Spectrum Coverage
UV to NIR full spectrum
Global Shutter
High-speed motion blur-free
High-Speed Imaging
100+ fps acquisition
Compact Design
38×38×33 mm
Industrial I/O
Optically isolated interfaces
BSI Sensors
Ultra-low dark current
Dual Interfaces
USB 3.0/10GigE
Low Power Consumption
<3 W stable operation