Tamron Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Saitama City; President: Morio Ono) today announced two new high-resolution fixed focal lenses for industrial use that are ideal for use with 1/1.8-inch mega-pixel CCD camera. The lineup is as follows:

8mm high-resolution fixed focal lens for industrial use, for 1/1.8" mega-pixel CCDs (Model M118FM08) - Under development 16mm high-resolution fixed focal lens for industrial use, for 1/1.8" mega-pixel CCDs (Model M118FM16) - For new release

Model M118FM08   Model M118FM16

The Development Concept

In recent years, the performance characteristics of FA (Factory Automation) and machine vision mega-pixel cameras have been enhanced to meet the requirements of higher level applications. These cameras are used in a variety of industrial applications including printed circuit board manufacturing equipment, testing and inspection equipment, and many other types of production engineering equipment. Tamron is engaged in the development and sale of lenses that offer higher image quality for factory automation and machine vision cameras, namely the model 23FM16SP, 23FM25SP, and 23FM50SP, which are high-performance fixed focal lenses for industrial use, designed for 2/3"-format mega-pixel CCD cameras. With the objective of further strengthening its product line-up and thus enabling Tamron to precisely meet the varied needs of customers, Tamron has newly developed the M118FM08 8mm lens and is now ready to release the M118FM16 16mm lens introduced in June.

Main Features

Compatible with 1/1.8" and 1/2" mega-pixel CCD factory automation and machine vision cameras High-Resolution lens design, High performance especially at close range brings best possible performance from mega-pixel factory automation and machine vision cameras Thanks to the latest optical design technologies, these lenses offer images that are in high contrast and uniformly sharp from the center to the periphery. Particularly noteworthy is the design considering close range imagery, thereby avoiding performance drop-off at the commonly used extreme close range, ensuring high image quality. In addition to its goal of achieving higher image quality, Tamron has also succeeded in making these lenses more compact. Shorter minimum focus distances By reducing the minimum focus distance, these lenses offer a broader shooting range. With the new lenses, imaging for most applications can be achieved without attaching a close-up extension ring, helping to boost system reliability and lower overall costs. The minimum focus distance for each model has been reduced from 0.3 m* of the conventional lenses to 0.1 m. *Comparisons are based on lenses in the 219H and 17H series. Enhanced ease of use Improved operation - Any one of three positions can now be selected for both the focus and its lock screws. The user can choose locking positions for greater ease of operation. Adoption of a common filter diameter - As all lenses in this new series use filters of the same diameter, it is not necessary to stock filters of different diameters for each lens. High-precision, top-quality construction provides optimum performance In producing this series of high-precision industrial lenses, Tamron has improved the precision of every part, applying advanced production technologies. Tamron has strengthened the core structural components - the lens rim and mounting system - and has also improved vibration resistance. As a result, even when these lenses are used in a vibrating environment, elements do not loosen or rickety, ensuring that their original optical performance is maintained. Designs reflect environmental considerations and lenses meet the European RoHS Directive (which restricts the use of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment)

Key Specifications Model M118FM08 M118FM16 Imager Size 1/1.8 1/1.8 Focal Length 8mm 16mm Aperture Range 1.4-16 1.4-16 Angle of View (Horizontal x Vertical) 1/1.8 50.8° x 38.6° 25.9° x 19.5° 1/2 45.0° x 34.0° 22.8° x 17.1° TV Distortion Less than -2.0% Less than -1.2% Operation Focus Manual with Lock* Manual with Lock* Iris Manual with Lock* Manual with Lock* Filter Size M25.5 P=0.5mm M25.5 P=0.5mm Mount Type C C Weight 44g 39g * Lock screws can be located in any of the three positions. Pricing and Release Date Model M118FM08 M118FM16 Release Date Soon to be released September 3, 2007 Price Open Open