PI-MAX 4
The PI-MAX 4 improves time-resolved imaging and spectroscopy with either intensified CCD (ICCD) or intensified EMCCD (emICCD) systems. With a wide range of applications, such as plasma diagnostics, combustion and quantum computing, there is no other ICCD that can match the performance and flexibility of the PI-MAX 4.
High Gating Speed
The PI MAX 4 delivers ultra-fast <500 psec gating without sacrificing quantum efficiency thanks to SuperHV – the latest in high-voltage gating technology. Degradation of the QE of the photocathode is avoided as intensifiers with metal-grid underlay are not used.
The PI MAX 4 is calibrated for true optical full width at half maximum, delivering high temporal resolution for effective background discrimination.
Fast Frame Rates
The PI MAX 4 achieves video frame rate at full resolution and >300 fps with reduced resolution and binning. In spectroscopy mode, it delivers >10, 000 spectra per second with sustained frame rate.
The PI MAX 4 has the ability to capture a gated image or spectrum for every pulse from high-repetition-rate lasers.
Double Imaging Feature
Taking advantage of interline CCD architecture, the PI MAX 4: 1024i is able to capture two full-resolution images with a less than 2 μsec inter-frame time.
This feature is especially useful for for particle imaging velocimetry or for real-time background/referencing where capturing two full-resolution images in a short frame time is required.
SuperSynchro Timing Generator
Controlling the intensifier gating is easy with the PI MAX 4’s built-in precision timing generator, controlling gate widths and delays in 10 psec steps.
Not only can gate widths and delays be controlled, but SyncMASTER is able to synchronize the camera with a variety of external equipment, such as pulsed lasers.
Powered by LightField Software
Powerful and intuitive software with built-in math engine allows for the complete control of cameras and spectrographs, with real-time image analysis and spectral data.
LightField software provides seamless integration of hardware controls and direct data acquisition into programmes such as National Instruments’ LabVIEW® and MathWorks’ MATLAB®. This software also fully supports IntelliCal automated wavelength and intensity calibration.
The PI MAX 4 can also be fully controlled by PICAM SDK, eliminating any overhead that can occur when communicating through other development environments.
The new PI-MAX4:512EM has advanced our time-resolved SRS spectroscopy technique to the next level. It allowed us to capture spectra at a sampling rate of 10 kHz to keep pace with our new high-frequency laser and enabled our novel effort to develop time-series multi-scalar diagnostics in a high-pressure combustor at NASA Glenn Research Center. Unlike an EMCCD camera where gating capability is limited, the ultrafast gating of the emICCD permits me to gate-out background optical flame emission far better — without sacrificing the superior sensitivity, signal gain, and dynamic range of the EMCCD chip.
Dr. Jun Kojima, Principal Scientist, Ohio Aerospace Institute, USA
Family Specifications
| Intensifier gating repetition rate | 1 MHz |
|---|---|
| Gating | Down to <500 psec |
| Supported interfaces | GigE |
| Dark Current | ≤ 2.5 e-/p/sec |
Model Finder
| Product | FOV | Pixel Size | QE | Read Noise | Dark Current | FWC | Sensor | Price | Compare | Options |
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PI-MAX 4 1024 EMB
PM4-1024-EMB
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1024 x 1024 | 13 µm | 50% | 9 e⁻ | ≤2.5 e⁻/p/s | 400 ke⁻ | Teledyne e2v CCD201 | In Production Request Info |
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PI-MAX 4 1024i
PM4-1024i
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13.1 x 13.1 mm | 12.8 µm | 50% | 16 e⁻ | <2 e⁻/p/s | 130 ke⁻ | Kodak KAI-1003 | In Production Request Info |
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PI-MAX 4 1024f
PM4-1024f
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13.3 x 13.3 mm | 13 µm | 50% | 7 e⁻ | 2 e⁻/p/s | 100 ke⁻ | Teledyne e2v CCD47-10 | In Production Request Info |
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PI-MAX 4 256f
PM4-256f
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25 x 6.6 mm | 26 µm | 50% | 15 e⁻ | 4 e⁻/p/s | 450 ke⁻ | Teledyne e2v CCD30-11 | In Production Request Info |
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PI-MAX 4 2048f
PM4-2048f
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27.6 x 27.6 mm | 13.5 µm | 50% | 12 e⁻ | 0.75 e⁻/p/s | 100 ke⁻ | Teledyne e2v CCD42-40 | In Production Request Info |
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<500 Picosecond Gating Augments Studies of Atmospheric Pressure Plasma Jets
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Ultra-High-Sensitivity emICCD Cameras Enable Diamond Quantum Dynamics Research
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