New Uncooled MWIR Imaging Detectors and Plug and Play Imaging Modules

New Uncooled MWIR Imaging Detectors and Plug and Play Imaging Modules The new TACHYON range from New Infrared Technologies (NIT) provides uncooled MWIR detection solutions for both civilian and military infrared sensing systems. TACHYON FPAs feature monolithically integrated readout circuitry and a digital interface for control and data readout (i/o). Available via Pacer, the arrays allow image acquisition frame rates of 2 kHz for the new larger resolution 80x80 pixel format FPA, and 10 kHz for the 32x32 pixel version. The FPA sensors are built directly on top of the Si-CMOS readout circuitry (ROIC), so 8" substrates can be used which greatly reduces cost per device. The spectral response is mainly centred in the MWIR with a peak response @ 3.7 microns; the material has an extended response down to 1 micron. Acquisition speeds are very high as most of the processing is made at pixel level, and all pixels are read simultaneously (snapshot acquisition). The Si-CMOS ROIC is based in an innovative Active Pixel Sensor design; each pixel includes dark current correction, signal amplification, ADC stage, and programmable gain/offset compensation. The new TACHYON FPAs represent a major breakthrough for both civilian and military infrared sensing systems. Using TACHYON, industrial applications may move from single point detectors to imaging detectors, capturing much more information and now at a similar price level. Military applications include Active Protection Systems (APS), Passive Infrared Cueing Systems (PICS), final guidance, intelligent ammunition and countermeasures, with an orientation to low cost system development. TACHYON FPAs are introduced as the only FPAs in the market for MWIR detection with ROIC and uncooled performance. NIT has now added a plug and play uncooled MWIR imaging module with all of the connections required for control, communications, power and trigger for the detector array. The TACHYON Core Module includes the second generation 80x80 FPA with integrated readout circuitry (ROIC), and also integrates a USB 2.0 interface, acquisition trigger and output trigger circuitry and power connections. Image acquisition frame rates of 2 kHz are achievable. Module size is 55 x 90 x 60 mm, and metal housing and optics are available. The module suits industrial machine vision, gas detection, combustion monitoring, laser monitoring and military and defence applications. For more TACHYON product details visit Pacer's website: http://www.pacer.co.uk/products/lasers-and-detectors/detectors/specialistdetectors/