Kowa LM8XC | 4/3" 8.5mm 20MP C-Mount Lens
Kowa LM8XC 8.5mm 4/3" Lens: High-Resolution Precision for Machine Vision and Industrial Applications
The Kowa LM8XC 4/3" 8.5mm 20MP C-mount lens is a cutting-edge solution for industries that require high precision and accuracy in their machine vision applications. With a large 4/3" sensor size, this lens is designed to deliver exceptional resolution, making it ideal for high-end inspections. The Kowa LM8XC is compatible with Sony IMX387 and Sony IMX540 sensors, offering enhanced performance with pixel sizes as small as 3.0μm. This lens ensures low distortion, providing superior image quality across a wide field of view, even at minimum working distances.
The broadband coating on the Kowa LM8XC allows for excellent light transmission across the visible (VIS) to near-infrared (NIR) spectrum, making it versatile for various lighting conditions. Its manual aperture and focus controls offer precision adjustments, catering to the needs of broadcast, machine vision, and other industrial applications. The robust design ensures reliable performance in harsh environments, with an operating temperature range of -10°C to +50°C.
Industries involved in inspection, robotics, automation, and quality control can benefit from the LM8XC's ability to capture crisp, detailed images in high-resolution environments.
Features:
- 4/3" 20MP C-mount lens
- Focal length: 8.5mm
- Low distortion for accurate imaging
- Broadband coating (400nm–1000nm)
- Manual aperture and focus controls
- Compatible with Sony IMX387 and IMX540 sensors
- Temperature range: -10°C to +50°C
Applications:
- High-end inspections for industrial quality control
- Automation systems requiring precise imaging
- Robotics for detailed visual feedback
- Broadcast applications needing high resolution
- Medical imaging and diagnostics equipment
- Surveillance systems for advanced security applications
| Focal Length (mm) | 8.5mm |
| Image Size (mm) | 18.4×13.8 (Φ23) |
| Iris Range | F2.8~F22 |
| Focusing Range (m) | .1~∞ |
| Control | Iris: Manual Focus: Manual |
| Shooting Range at M.O.D. (mm) | 238.4(H)×179.1(V) |
| Angle of View (Degrees) | 4/3": 93.5×77.1 1": 72.9×57.9 2/3": 53.8×41.6 |
| Resolution (Center, Corner) | 160lp/mm, 80lp/mm |
| TV Distortion (%) | 0.12 |
| Back Focus in Air (mm) | 12.9 |
| Mount | C-Mount |
| Filter Thread (mm) | M72×P0.75 |
| Size (mm) | Φ74×82.5 |
| Weight (g) | 245 |
| Temperature Range | −10°C~+50°C |



