Kowa LM3QS40 | 1/2.5" 3mm Wide Angle Fixed Lens, S-Mount, 3.2µm Pixel, Megapixel, Visible Spectrum (380–780nm)

Quick Overview
Compact 3mm S-mount lens for megapixel cameras. High clarity, wide-angle field of view, and rugged design—customizable for machine vision and robotics.

The Kowa LM3QS40 is a compact, high-performance 3mm wide-angle lens engineered for megapixel-resolution board-level camera systems. Designed for 1/2.5” sensors with 3.2µm pixel size, this fixed focal S-mount lens ensures crisp, low-distortion imaging across the entire field of view. With center resolution rated at 160 lp/mm and corner resolution of 125 lp/mm, it’s optimized for short-distance, high-accuracy imaging. The lens operates within the visible light spectrum (380–780nm) and features a f/4.0 aperture, making it ideal for systems requiring consistent performance under varied lighting conditions.

Engineered for rugged applications, the LM3QS40 offers customization options such as IR cut filters, aperture adjustments, and glued glass elements to resist shock and vibration. Its lightweight 6g design and Ø16x22.3mm housing make it an excellent choice for embedded vision, robotics, automation, and portable inspection systems. With a focusing range from 0.1m to infinity, it captures wide fields of view—86.7mm horizontal and 70.6mm vertical at MOD—perfect for close-up object tracking or component recognition. Whether you're integrating lenses into smart security cameras, machine vision sensors, or robotics platforms, the Kowa LM3QS40 delivers unmatched clarity in a tiny footprint.

Features:

  • 3mm wide-angle focal length
  • 1/2.5” sensor support with 3.2µm pixels
  • High-resolution: 160 lp/mm (center), 125 lp/mm (corner)
  • Low distortion: 0.02% TV distortion
  • VIS spectrum: 380nm – 780nm
  • Lightweight and compact: 6g, Ø16x22.3mm
  • Customizable aperture and IR filter options
  • Optional shock/vibration-resistant construction
  • Fixed focal design with S-mount

Applications:

  • Embedded vision systems
  • Machine vision inspection
  • Robotics and autonomous platforms
  • Smart surveillance cameras
  • Compact security devices
  • Quality control and defect detection
  • OEM imaging systems
  • Industrial component tracking
Focal Length3mm
Sensor Size1/2.5"
Pixel Size3.2µm
MountS-Mount
Iris Range (F-Stop)f/4.0
Lens TypeFixed Focal Lens
Wavelength RangeVisible Spectrum (380nm – 780nm)
Focusing Range0.1m – ∞
Shooting Range at MOD (Horizontal x Vertical)86.7mm × 70.6mm
Resolution (Center / Corner)160 lp/mm / 125 lp/mm
Distortion (TV)0.02%
Back Focus in Air2.6mm
DimensionsØ16 × 22.3mm
Weight6g
Operating Temperature-10°C to +50°C
SeriesBoard Lens
ApplicationMachine Vision