Tamron M118FM16 Mega-Pixel Fixed-Focal Industrial Lens
High-Performance Tamron M118FM16 Mega-Pixel Industrial Lens for Machine Vision and Factory Automation
The Tamron M118FM16 Mega-Pixel Fixed-Focal Industrial Lens is designed to deliver superior image quality for high-resolution industrial and machine vision applications. With support for 1/1.8", 1/2", and 1/3" sensors, this lens provides versatility across various imaging platforms. The 16mm focal length and aperture range from F/1.4 to F/16 offer users precise control over image sharpness and light intake. Its manual iris and focus controls with locks ensure stability and accuracy, essential for applications like Factory Automation (FA), robotics, and automated inspection systems.
The lens' wide-angle view (up to 25.9° horizontal on 1/1.8" sensors) makes it particularly suited for machine vision systems that require detailed imaging over a broad field of view. With minimal distortion (-0.7%) and support for the visible light spectrum, it ensures high-fidelity image reproduction, crucial for tasks like defect detection, quality control, and object tracking.
Tamron, a leader in precision optics, has engineered the M118FM16 lens for durability in demanding environments with an operating temperature range of -10℃ to +60℃. Weighing just 39 grams, its lightweight, compact design makes it ideal for space-constrained setups where reliability and high performance are paramount.
Features:
- Focal Length: 16mm, offering precise image capture across a variety of distances
- Aperture Range: F/1.4 to F/16, allowing for excellent light control and depth of field adjustment
- Imager Compatibility: Supports 1/1.8", 1/2", and 1/3" sensor sizes for versatile imaging
- Mount Type: C-mount for easy integration with a wide range of industrial cameras
- Manual Focus and Iris with Lock: Ensures stability and prevents accidental adjustments during operation
- Angle of View: Up to 25.9° (horizontal) and 19.5° (vertical) for 1/1.8" sensors, offering wide-area coverage
- Minimal Distortion: With distortion at within -0.7%, it maintains image accuracy and consistency
- Operating Temperature Range: Designed to work in challenging environments, from -10℃ to +60℃
- Lightweight Design: Weighs only 39g, making it easy to install in space-constrained environments
- Visible Light Compatibility: Supports imaging in the visible light spectrum for natural color reproduction
Applications:
- Factory Automation (FA): Ideal for robotic vision systems, assembly line monitoring, and automated inspection.
- Machine Vision: Suited for applications like object recognition, defect detection, and process optimization.
- Quality Control Systems: Provides high-precision imaging for inspecting product consistency and accuracy.
- Robotics: Used in navigation systems and robotic arms for positioning and manipulation tasks.
- Automated Optical Inspection (AOI): Ensures detailed imaging for circuit boards, packaging, and product assembly.
- Medical Imaging: Suitable for diagnostic machines and medical inspection systems requiring fine detail.
| Imager Size | 1/1.8" |
| Mount Type | C |
| Focal Length | 16mm |
| Aperture Range | 1/1.8" - 25.9° x 19.5° 1/2" - 22.8° x 17.1° 1/3" - 17.1° x 12.9° |
| Focus Range | 0.1m to infinity |
| Access | Focus - With manual lock Iris - With manual lock |
| Filter Thread Diameter | M25.5 P=0.5mm |
| Compatible Wavelengths | Visible light range |
| Distortion | Within -0.7% |
| Mass | 39 g |
| Operating Temperature | -10℃ to +60℃ |
| Focus Angle | 180 degrees |
| IRIS Angle | 93.5 degrees |




