Photron FASTCAM-Ultima 512 with Third Generation CMOS Sensor and Fully Qualified for HI-G Operation

Light-weight HI-G Camera Provides Superb Sensitivity at 2,000 fps and 512 x 512 Resolution

Utilizing a high sensitivity third generation CMOS sensor, the ultima 512 offers a realistic alternative to 16mm high-speed film recording where mega-pixel resolution is not required.

Providing 512 x 512 pixel operation to 2,000 frames per second (fps) and reduced resolution operation all the way to 32,000 fps, the ultima 512 delivers high-performance imaging. The robust and light-weight camera head connects to a compact processor unit via 5 meter (16.4 feet) single flexible cable to allow operation in inaccessible and space-confined locations. Constructed from magnesium alloy, both the camera head and processor have been fully qualified for High-G a.k.a. HI-G operation.

High light sensitivity is achieved using a 10-bit monochrome (30-bit color) third generation CMOS sensor with a 16µm pixel size. The ultima 512 system incorporates Photron's latest unique operation feature, Dual Speed Recording T. This enables the user to program the system to record the initial stages of an event at one frame rate, and the later stages at a different frame rate, achieving the best possible combination of recording speed and available memory. Memory partitioning allows up to 64 separate events to be recorded in quick succession without the need to download images.

Powerful software coupled with unmatched interconnectivity allows the ultima 512 to be operated remotely under different protocols: Ethernet, IEE1394 (FireWire) or for long-distance operation via the Photron Gigabit Optical Network. In addition, the system can be used independently of a PC though the intuitive handheld keypad supplied.

Features:

• Full 512 x 512 pixel resolution up to 2,000 frames per second (fps)
  
  
• 10-bit monochrome, 30-bit color CMOS sensor with large 16 µm pixels for increased sensitivity
  
  
• Recording at frame rates up to 32,000 fps
  
  
• Global electronic shutter to 4µs
  
  
• Memory segment feature - enables 64 different recordings to be made in one session
  
  
• IRIG or GPS timing is recorded in real time on every frame - not appended later
  
  
• Lightweight tethered camera head enables easy access to hazardous or hard to reach locations
  
  
• Camera can be controlled via Photron Gigabit Optical Network, Ethernet, FireWire and Keypad
  
  
• Image memory can be expanded to facilitate 3 second record duration at maximum resolution at all speeds for 2,000 fps and faster, and 6 seconds at 1,000 fps
  
  
• Dual Speed Recording mode allows the frame rate to be changed "on the fly" during a recording
  

Photron FASTCAM-Ultima 512 Applications

• Onboard Crash Tests and HI-G Operations
• Fluid Dynamics
• Machine Troubleshooting
• Industrial Inspection & Engineering
• Vibration Analysis
• Pick-and-place Operations
• Drop Testing
• Off-board Automotive Testing and HI-G Operatons
• Component Lab Testing
• motion capture analysis
• Filling Machine Troubleshooting
• Broadcast Special Effects

		FASTCAM-Ultima 512 for HI-G Operations PDF Datasheet
		High-Speed Camera Comparison Chart

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