SWIR335KMB-U200 Short-Wave Infrared Camera

Product Introduction

The CQD series cooled short-wave infrared cameras utilize innovative colloidal quantum dot material sensors that breakthrough traditional InGaAs limitations, achieving ultra-wide spectral response from 300–1700 nm. Integrating deep TEC cooling systems significantly enhances low-light and long-exposure imaging capabilities. Supporting USB3.0 high-speed interface with high sensitivity, low noise, global shutter, and rich I/O interfaces, these cameras are widely applied in innovative fields such as scientific research, medical imaging, and semiconductor inspection.

Key Features

  • 300–1700 nm wide-spectrum CQD colloidal quantum dot sensor
  • Deep TEC cooling design with low noise performance
  • High sensitivity, global shutter
  • USB3.0 high-speed data interface
  • High frame rates with multi-platform SDK support
  • Rich I/O interfaces supporting external triggering
  • 4 Gb memory
  • Field firmware upgrade and OEM customization support

Product Details

Specifications
Model SWIR335KMB-U200
Sensor China-made 640×512 (CQDs)
Shutter Type Global Shutter
Color Type Monochrome
Resolution 0.33 MP (640×512)
Sensor Size 9.60 mm × 7.68 mm
Sensor Diagonal 3/4"
Pixel Size 15 µm × 15 µm
Spectral Response Range 400–1700 nm
Performance Parameters
Frame Rate 200 fps@640×512
Bit Depth 12/14-bit
Dynamic Range TBD
Sensitivity 40%
Interface Parameters
GPIO 1 opto-isolated input, 1 opto-isolated output
Lens Mount C-mount
Data Interface USB3
Power Supply DC 12 V power
Physical Parameters
Dimensions 68 mm × 68 mm × 90.3 mm
Weight 485 g
Environmental Parameters
Operating Temperature -30 °C to +60 °C
Operating Humidity 20%–80% (non-condensing)
Storage Temperature -40 °C to +85 °C
Storage Humidity 20%–80% (non-condensing)
Other Parameters
Operating System Win32/WinRT/Linux/macOS/Android
Certification CE, FCC

Product Overview

SWIR335KMB-U200 is a Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) industrial camera based on the high-performance China-made 640×512 (CQDs) CQDs colloidal quantum dot sensor, featuring the following characteristics:

  • Wide Spectral Response: Covers visible light to SWIR band, with response range reaching 300–1700 nm
  • High-Resolution Imaging: Equipped with 0.33 MP (640×512) pixels, 15 µm × 15 µm pixel size, maximum frame rate up to 200 fps, supports 12/14-bit output
  • Global Shutter Design: Adopts Global Shutter, eliminating image tearing in high-speed dynamic scenes
  • Cooling Temperature Control: Equipped with advanced TEC cooling module, achieving precise temperature control and significantly enhancing low-light and long-exposure imaging capabilities
  • Multiple Interface Support: Uses USB3 connection, compatible with C-mount lens mount, supports rich I/O interfaces
  • Compact Design: Compact dimensions (68 mm × 68 mm × 90.3 mm ), weight approximately 485 g, suitable for industrial integration systems
  • Cross-Platform Support: Extensive support for Win32/WinRT/Linux/macOS/Android and other platforms, provides 4 Gb memory, SDK, ToupView software, and complies with CE, FCC certification

CQD Quantum Dot Technology Advantages

Revolutionary Quantum Dot Technology

Utilizes colloidal quantum dots (CQDs) material, offering higher cost-effectiveness, wider spectral tuning capability, and more environmentally friendly characteristics compared to traditional InGaAs solutions. By adjusting quantum dot particle size, spectral response can be flexibly customized, achieving coverage from 300-1700 nm or even wider bands.

Performance Parameters

Frame Rate

Up to 200 fps

Resolution

0.33 MP (640×512)

Dynamic Range

TBD

Application Areas

  • Machine Vision and Industrial Inspection
  • Scientific Research and Material Analysis
  • Agricultural Spectral Remote Sensing Applications
  • Semiconductor Defect Detection
  • Security Surveillance and Night Vision
  • Food and Pharmaceutical Quality Inspection
Product Summary

The SWIR335KMB-U200 camera utilizes advanced CQD quantum dot technology, making it an ideal choice for industrial and research users. Its exceptional imaging performance, flexible spectral tuning capability, and stable cooling system can meet the demands of various complex application environments, advancing SWIR imaging technology from high-end research toward broader industrial and consumer-grade applications.

SWIR335KMB-U200 Product Manual

PDF format, includes detailed technical specifications and dimensional structure


CQD SWIR SDK Development Kit

Supports Windows, Linux, macOS and other platforms, includes CQD camera-specific API


ToupView Imaging Software

Professional imaging software, supports all functions and parameter settings of CQD camera


3D Model Files

STEP format, for mechanical design integration


Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about CQD SWIR colloidal quantum dot short-wave infrared camera technology

CQDs CMOS image sensors are a new type of short-wave infrared imaging technology that uses Colloidal Quantum Dots as photosensitive materials and deeply integrates with standard CMOS processes. By adjusting quantum dot particle sizes, the spectral response range can be flexibly customized, and a single chip can cover a broad wavelength band from approximately 300-1700nm or even extended to 2500nm.

CQDs CMOS sensors offer multiple advantages: high cost-effectiveness using standard CMOS large-scale manufacturing processes; high resolution supporting high pixel density designs; compact size for easy system integration; suitable for large-scale mass production; environmentally friendly, with new-generation CQDs materials complying with RoHS standards; capable of room temperature low-noise imaging, and also available with optional TEC cooling.

Yes. The absorption peak of CQDs materials can be flexibly customized by adjusting quantum dot particle sizes. Different CQDs materials and particle size combinations can be selected according to specific application requirements to achieve sensitive response across 300-1700nm or even broader wavelength bands, meeting spectral imaging requirements for different scenarios.

CQDs CMOS cameras support dual operating modes: room temperature and cooled. In room temperature mode, they can achieve low-noise imaging meeting most industrial application requirements. In cooled mode, they can be optionally equipped with TEC cooling technology to further enhance imaging performance and adapt to high-end scientific research and precision detection scenario requirements.

New-generation CQDs materials (such as Ag₂Te, InAs, etc.) comply with RoHS standards and meet global market green compliance requirements. Compared to traditional solutions, CQDs CMOS technology is more environmentally friendly in the production process, aligns with sustainable development concepts, and is suitable for application scenarios with high environmental requirements.

Deep Understanding of CQDs CMOS SWIR Cameras

CQDs CMOS image sensors are a new type of short-wave infrared (SWIR) imaging technology that uses Colloidal Quantum Dots as photosensitive materials and deeply integrates with standard CMOS processes. Compared to traditional InGaAs solutions, CQDs CMOS sensors offer advantages such as high cost-effectiveness, high resolution, compact size, suitability for large-scale mass production, and environmental friendliness, promoting SWIR imaging from high-end scientific research to broader industrial, agricultural, and consumer-level applications.

The absorption peak of CQDs materials can be flexibly customized by adjusting quantum dot particle sizes, enabling a single chip to cover a broad wavelength band from approximately 300–1700nm or even extended to 2500nm. Their quantum efficiency, dynamic range, and signal-to-noise ratio continue to improve, with some models capable of room temperature low-noise imaging and optional TEC cooling for high-requirement scenarios.

CQDs CMOS SWIR cameras feature standard optical interfaces and compact module designs for easy system integration and large-scale applications, making them ideal solutions for industrial inspection, material analysis, semiconductors, agricultural sorting, machine vision, food and pharmaceutical testing, and other fields.

Technical Features

Core advantages of CQDs CMOS SWIR technology

Wide Spectral Tuning Capability

By selecting different CQDs materials and particle sizes, sensitive response across 300–1700nm or even broader wavelength bands can be customized to meet diverse application requirements.

High Cost-Effectiveness

Using standard CMOS large-scale manufacturing, unit costs are significantly lower than InGaAs solutions, suitable for batch integration and consumer-level applications.

High Resolution and Small Pixels

Supports high pixel density designs with fine image quality, facilitating detection of minute defects and details, improving inspection accuracy.

Room Temperature/Cooled Dual Mode

Supports room temperature low-noise imaging and optional TEC cooling for high-end scenario requirements, offering strong adaptability.

Environmentally Friendly

New-generation CQDs materials (such as Ag₂Te, InAs, etc.) comply with RoHS standards, meeting global market green compliance requirements.

Flexible and Easy Integration

Compact size and low power consumption, suitable for embedded devices and various intelligent terminal systems with high integration levels.

Application Scenarios

Wide application fields for CQDs CMOS SWIR cameras

Machine Vision and Industrial Inspection

Applied in semiconductor defect detection, plastic/food/pharmaceutical sorting, printing inspection, and other industrial scenarios, providing high-precision quality control solutions.

Complex Environment Imaging

Can still obtain clear images in scenarios where visible light is limited by haze, smoke, and dust, providing excellent environmental adaptability.

Material Sorting and Scientific Analysis

Suitable for precision material identification, scientific experiments, agricultural sorting, and other high-end applications, providing accurate spectral analysis capabilities.

Intelligent Sensing and Consumer Electronics

Suitable for embedding in intelligent terminals, expanding new applications such as night vision and non-invasive detection, promoting civilian adoption of SWIR technology.

Application Examples

Demonstration of CQDs CMOS SWIR camera applications in real-world scenarios

More Application Industry References

  • Semiconductor Industry: Solar cell and chip inspection
  • Agriculture: Spectral remote sensing applications via multirotor aircraft
  • Recycling Industry: Material sorting of plastics, waste, and other materials
  • Medical Imaging and Research: Hyperspectral and multispectral imaging
  • Food Industry: Quality inspection and grading
  • Beverage Industry: Liquid level detection in opaque containers
  • Packaging: Seal inspection
  • Glass Industry: High-temperature glass penetration defect detection
  • Printing Industry: See-through hidden features
  • Video Surveillance: Visual enhancement (e.g., smoke penetration)
  • Security: Counterfeit detection, such as currency, wigs, or skin