Kowa LM50HC | 1" 50mm 5MP C-Mount Lens
Kowa LM50HC 1" 50mm 5MP C-Mount Lens – Precision Optics for Industrial and Machine Vision Applications
Kowa's LM50HC 1" 50mm 5MP C-Mount lens is a powerful imaging solution designed specifically for industrial and machine vision applications. With a high resolution of 120 lp/mm at the center and 80 lp/mm at the margins, this lens delivers sharp and accurate images, even in demanding environments. The lens' peak coating performance covers a broad wavelength range from 400nm to 1000nm, ensuring superior brightness and clarity across the entire image, including marginal areas.
Compatible with popular sensors such as the Sony IMX174, CMOSIS CMV4000, and IMX249, the Kowa LM50HC lens is an excellent fit for systems requiring precise detail. This lens is ideal for applications like machine vision inspection, Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS), broadcast imaging, and industrial automation. Its manual aperture and focus control allow for precise adjustments, offering flexibility in various operating conditions. The robust design, featuring a C-mount and durable construction, ensures that this lens can withstand the rigors of both indoor and outdoor industrial environments, making it a reliable choice for high-performance imaging.
Features:
- 1" sensor compatibility with 50mm focal length
- 5 Megapixel resolution
- Manual aperture (F1.4 - F16) and focus control
- Exceptional brightness in marginal areas
- Low distortion (0.05%)
- C-Mount design for industrial use
- Peak coating wavelength range (400nm – 1000nm)
- Designed for Sony IMX174, CMOSIS CMV4000, and IMX249 sensors
Applications:
- Machine Vision Systems – For high-resolution inspection and quality control
- Broadcast Imaging – For capturing sharp, clear visuals in live environments
- Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS) – For monitoring and controlling traffic flows
- Industrial Automation – Perfect for robotic vision systems requiring accurate imaging
- Surveillance and Security – Ensures detailed and reliable image capture
| Image Size | 1" (12.8 x 9.6 x 16mm) |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Iris Range (F-Stop) | F1.4 - F16 |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.5m |
| Mount | C-Mount |
| Angle of View 1" (Hor. x Ver. x Dia.) | 14.5 x 10.8 x 18.0° |
| Angle of View 2/3" (Hor. x Ver. x Dia.) | 10.0 x 7.5 x 12.5° |
| Angle of View 1/1.8" (Hor. x Ver. x Dia.) | 8.2 x 6.2 x 10.2° |
| Field of View at M.O.D. 1" (Hor. x Ver. x Dia.) | 121.8 x 91.3 x 152.9mm |
| Field of View at M.O.D. 2/3" (Hor. x Ver. x Dia.) | 83.8 x 62.9 x 104.8mm |
| Field of View at M.O.D. 1/1.8" (Hor. x Ver. x Dia.) | 68.6 x 51.4 x 85.7mm |
| TV Distortion | -0.05% |
| Flange Back | 17.526mm in air |
| Back Focus | 14.8mm in air |
| Filter Thread Size | M40.5 x P0.5 |
| Front / Rear Effective Diameter | Front Φ35.0mm / Rear Φ15.5mm |
| Exit Pupil Location | -44.4mm |
| Temperature Range | -10°C ~ +50°C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -20°C ~ +60°C |
| Resolution: Center / Corner | Center 100lp/mm / Corner 80lp/mm |
| Weight | 210g |



