The Alta U16M uses a very large format 16-megapixel full frame sensor with microlensing and anti-blooming gates, ideal for applications requiring large field of view, such as sky surveys and radiology.

This camera is unbeatable for imaging area verses cost with good QE. This is the most recent of new offerings now shipping. Noise figures of 6-8e- are typical.

Alta is the latest imaging technology from Apogee Instruments. Alta meets our design goals for imaging performance, connectivity, cooling, compactness, cost effectiveness and the elimination of external support electronics. The Alta Design Team worked hard over a two year period to bring this advanced degree of integration and performance to our valued customers.

All imaging systems are supported by the software listed below:

KestrelSpec
MaxIm DL/CCD
MicroCCD
Image Pro Plus
CCDsoft

Any off axis Guider camera may be used with these systems under MaxIm CCD control.

All cameras have a 2 year warranty and a lifetime warranty on CCD chamber maintenance.

The AI-FW50 series of filter wheels provide large format filtering solutions for the Alta and Ascent series of imaging systems. The FW50 filter wheel currently has two interchangeable filter carousels; A large 7-position 50mm square wheel ideal for the U9000 and U16 imaging systems, and a 9-position 50mm round wheel ideal for any other Alta or Ascent system.

The filter wheel is controlled via USB 2.0. The filter wheel easily adapts to the Alta D2, D7, and D9 bodies, as well as to AP systems.

Specifications:

Maximum filter thickness: 4mm
Weight: 3.5 lbs. (1.6 kg) with filters
Thickness" 1.0" (2.54 cm) with mounting plate
Camera mount method: Adapter plate attached to any Alta camera
Mechanical mount: 3" 24 threads/inch
Power input: 12V DC
Interface: USB 2.0

Price quoted is a pre-paid price. Payment required at time of order.