U3ISPM18000KPA (Discontinued) Microscopy Camera/Microscope Camera
Product Introduction
The U3ISPM series C-mount USB3.0 CMOS cameras represent high-performance hardware ISP cameras specifically designed for advanced microscopy imaging and industrial inspection. The series utilizes Aptina or Panasonic high-sensitivity, low-noise CMOS image sensors, equipped with built-in hardware ISP (Ultra-Fine color processing engine) video stream processing, supporting hardware-level demosaicing, white balance, color correction, auto exposure and other functions, effectively reducing host CPU burden while achieving high-speed, precise real-time image processing and output.
The U3ISPM series supports USB3.0 high-speed data transmission interfaces, enabling high frame rate image and video stream output to meet real-time imaging requirements in scientific research and industrial fields. Resolution coverage spans from 16 to 20 megapixels, accommodating various precision imaging tasks. The housing features integrated aluminum alloy CNC precision machining for durability, suitable for various experimental and industrial field environments.
Products include ToupView/ToupLite professional image processing software as standard, with comprehensive support for Windows, Linux, macOS, Android multi-platform SDK, facilitating secondary development and system integration. The U3ISPM series finds wide application in biomedical microscopy imaging, materials science, electronics/semiconductor inspection, educational experiments and industrial online inspection across multiple fields, representing the ideal choice for users pursuing high performance and efficiency.
Key Features
- C-mount CMOS cameras featuring Aptina/Panasonic CMOS sensors
- USB3.0 interface ensuring high transmission rates
- Built-in hardware ISP Ultra-Fine color engine ensuring precise color reproduction
- Lower computer CPU utilization with ultra-high frame rates
- Advanced video and image processing application software ToupView/ToupLite provided with camera
- Windows/Linux/macOS/Android multi-platform standard SDK provided
- Aluminum alloy CNC precision-machined anodized housing
Product Details
| Key Parameters | |
| Model | U3ISPM18000KPA (Discontinued) |
| Sensor | AR1820 (C) |
| Effective Pixels / Resolution | 18M (4912×3684) |
| Frame Rate (Full Resolution) | 13.1 fps@4912×3684; 34.3 fps@2456×1842; 54.4 fps@1228×922 |
| Shutter Type | Rolling Shutter |
| Color Type | Color |
| Imaging Performance | |
| Pixel Size | 1.25 µm × 1.25 µm |
| Sensor Size | 6.14 mm × 4.61 mm |
| Diagonal | 1/2.3" |
| Dynamic Range | 65.8 dB |
| Bit Depth | 8/12-bit |
| Sensitivity | 0.62 V/lux·sec |
| Interface & Mechanical | |
| Data Interface | USB3.0 |
| GPIO | TBD |
| Lens Mount | C-mount |
| Dimensions | TBD |
| Weight | TBD |
| Power Supply | USB3.0 interface power |
| Environment & Certification | |
| Operating Temperature / Humidity | -10 °C ~ +50 °C / 30%~80%RH |
| Storage Temperature / Humidity | -20 °C ~ +60 °C / 10%~60%RH |
| Operating System | Windows/Linux/macOS/Android multi-platform SDK (native C/C++, C#/VB.NET, Python, Java, DirectShow, TWAIN, etc.) |
| Certification | CE, FCC |
Product Overview
The U3ISPM18000KPA (Discontinued) represents cutting-edge microscopy camera technology, featuring advanced AR1820 (C) sensor architecture combined with dedicated hardware Image Signal Processing capabilities. This professional-grade camera system delivers exceptional imaging performance through integrated ISP technology that eliminates the computational burden on host systems while ensuring consistent, high-quality results.
- Hardware ISP Excellence: 18M (4912×3684) resolution with 1.25 µm × 1.25 µm pixel architecture and sensor dimensions of 6.14 mm × 4.61 mm . The integrated hardware Image Signal Processing engine delivers real-time image optimization, color correction, and noise reduction directly on the camera, ensuring superior image quality with minimal host system requirements.
- Advanced Imaging Architecture: Features Rolling Shutter technology with color capability, specifically engineered for professional microscopy applications. The system supports comprehensive observation techniques including bright field, dark field, phase contrast, and fluorescence imaging, with hardware-accelerated processing ensuring consistent results across all modalities.
- High-Performance Data Interface: Utilizes USB3.0 connectivity delivering full-resolution frame rates up to 13.1 fps@4912×3684; 34.3 fps@2456×1842; 54.4 fps@1228×922 . The hardware ISP enables plug-and-play operation with immediate, optimized image output, eliminating the need for complex software configuration or host system processing overhead.
- Professional Color Processing: 8/12-bit processing depth with dynamic range reaching 65.8 dB . The dedicated hardware ISP engine ensures precise color reproduction, automatic white balance correction, and consistent imaging results regardless of sample variations or lighting conditions.
- Optimized Sensitivity Performance: Exceptional low-light capability with sensitivity specifications of 0.62 V/lux·sec . The hardware ISP implementation includes advanced noise reduction algorithms and gain optimization, maximizing signal-to-noise ratio for challenging imaging conditions while maintaining image clarity and detail.
- Universal System Integration: Standard C-mount interface ensures broad compatibility with existing microscope systems. Optional 0.5×/0.63×/1× adapters provide flexible field-of-view matching, while the hardware ISP automatically adjusts processing parameters for optimal performance across different optical configurations.
- Streamlined System Design: Compact form factor measuring TBD with weight of TBD, powered via USB3.0 interface power . The integrated hardware ISP eliminates the need for additional processing hardware, reducing system complexity and installation requirements.
- Comprehensive Software Ecosystem: Professional ToupView imaging software with complete support for Windows/Linux/macOS/Android multi-platform SDK (native C/C++, C#/VB.NET, Python, Java, DirectShow, TWAIN, etc.) operating systems. The software leverages hardware ISP capabilities to provide advanced measurement tools, image analysis functions, stitching capabilities, and focus stacking, with extensive SDK support for C/C++, C#, Python, ImageJ, μManager development environments.
Core Hardware ISP Specifications
Resolution
18M (4912×3684)
Frame Rate
Up to 13.1 fps@4912×3684; 34.3 fps@2456×1842; 54.4 fps@1228×922
Pixel Size
1.25 µm × 1.25 µm
Data Interface
USB3.0
Professional Microscopy Integration
Multi-Application Excellence
Engineered for demanding applications across biomedical research, materials analysis, industrial quality control, and educational environments. The hardware ISP automatically optimizes image processing for diverse microscopy techniques including bright field, dark field, phase contrast, and fluorescence imaging, ensuring consistent professional results across all applications.
Hardware Color Processing
Dedicated hardware ISP engine provides real-time color correction, white balance adjustment, and advanced color reproduction algorithms. This hardware-accelerated processing ensures accurate sample color representation with consistent results independent of host system performance or software variations, meeting stringent requirements for diagnostic and research applications.
Precision Measurement Capabilities
Professional measurement and analysis capabilities enhanced by hardware ISP optimization. The system provides precise dimensional measurements, area calculations, angular measurements, and statistical analysis tools with sub-pixel accuracy. Hardware-accelerated image processing ensures consistent measurement precision across varying imaging conditions.
Advanced Processing Pipeline
Hardware ISP implementation includes real-time noise reduction, sharpening algorithms, dynamic range optimization, and automated exposure control. The system supports advanced imaging functions including multi-frame processing, image stitching for large field-of-view documentation, and focus stacking capabilities, all accelerated by dedicated processing hardware.
Hardware ISP Advantage
The U3ISPM18000KPA (Discontinued) microscopy camera establishes new standards in imaging performance through dedicated hardware Image Signal Processing technology. This advanced architecture delivers immediate, optimized image output with plug-and-play simplicity while ensuring consistent professional results across diverse applications. The integration of hardware ISP capabilities makes this camera system ideal for research laboratories, educational institutions, and industrial facilities requiring reliable, high-performance microscopy imaging with minimal system complexity.
U3ISPM18000KPA (Discontinued) Product Manual
PDF format, includes detailed technical specifications and dimensional structures
SDK Development Kit
Supports Windows, Linux, macOS, and other multi-platform systems
3D Model Files
STEP format, for mechanical design integration
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about the professional features of the U3ISPM series microscopy imaging cameras
- Real-time Processing: Hardware-level real-time completion of exposure, white balance, and color enhancement processing
- Color Accuracy: Achieves consistent and precise color output without post-processing adjustments
- Low CPU Usage: Significantly reduces PC load, enabling smooth operation even on standard laptops
- Instant Results: Real-time output of high-quality images, improving work efficiency
High-speed ROI Function: Flexible switching between high-resolution and high-frame-rate modes.
Cross-platform Support: Provides full-platform SDK for Windows/Linux/macOS/Android.
Industrial-grade Design: Aluminum alloy CNC housing with excellent heat dissipation and electromagnetic shielding.
In-depth Product Introduction
Hardware ISP Color Engine Technology
Built-in professional-grade hardware ISP processor that performs real-time auto exposure control, auto white balance algorithms, color enhancement, and correction calculations. Compared to software processing, hardware ISP reduces latency to nanosecond levels and improves color consistency by 300%, ensuring each image has precise and consistent color performance.
High-speed Sensor + Large Buffer Architecture
Utilizes next-generation high-speed CMOS sensors combined with large-capacity onboard buffer to achieve high-speed acquisition of 16 megapixels @ 22 fps. The sensor features 3.8 µm large pixel size, ensuring excellent optical performance. Intelligent buffer management technology prevents data loss and guarantees stable image transmission.
USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Interface
Features USB 3.0 high-speed interface with 5 Gbps bandwidth, supporting plug-and-play operation without requiring capture card installation. Optimized data transmission protocols ensure stable high-speed transmission across various operating systems, enabling smooth full-resolution preview even on standard laptops.
Multi-bit Depth Dynamic Switching
Supports dynamic switching between 8-bit/12-bit output modes. The 8-bit mode is suitable for routine observation and educational demonstrations with smaller file sizes; the 12-bit mode provides 4096 grayscale levels with wider dynamic range, ideal for quantitative analysis and research imaging. Users can flexibly choose according to application requirements.
Industrial-grade Reliability Design
Features aerospace-grade aluminum alloy CNC unibody housing, providing excellent heat dissipation and electromagnetic shielding. Fanless passive cooling design ensures zero-noise operation. Combined with comprehensive cross-platform SDK (Windows/Linux/macOS/Android) and rich sample code, it significantly reduces system integration cycles.
Applications
Application demonstrations of the U3ISPM series in various microscopy imaging fields
Core Advantages of U3ISPM Series
Hardware ISP Engine
Real-time color processing with accurate reproduction
High-speed Imaging
16 megapixels @ 22 fps
Plug and Play
USB 3.0 interface, no capture card required
Multi-bit Depth
Flexible 8/12-bit switching
Large Buffer Design
Stable high-speed data transmission
Aluminum Alloy Housing
CNC craftsmanship with excellent heat dissipation
Low System Requirements
Smooth operation on standard laptops
Full Platform SDK
Windows/Linux/macOS/Android