DK-M3-FS-1.8-1.5-M12/16

DK-M3-FS and DK-M3-F Focus Module Developer’s Kits Tiny, all-in-one smart motion modules for positioning optics in OEM cameras FEATURING ams ICs:  Tiny “all-in-one” solution: no external control board needed  Superior image quality: sub-micron lens movement with very low tilt. Now with higher dynamic stability  Low voltage & power: 3.3 VDC input, zero power position hold  Simple system integration: accepts high-level motion commands over standard serial interface (I2C or SPI)  Flexible, production-ready system: compatible with M8 to M16 lenses and with typical image formats from 1/3” to 1/1.8”  In-vitro diagnostics (IVD)  Lowest cost, fastest time to market: Fully-engineered “plug and play” solution  Miniature microscopes   NSD-2101 piezo motor driver NSE-5310 linear position sensor APPLICATIONS High-resolution cameras for miniaturized systems and handheld, portable or mobile instruments  Robotic inspection  Surveillance & remote sensing  Biometric identification Precision lens control for highest image quality  Imaging arrays M3-FS focus modules add high-resolution lens motion, with excellent dynamic stability, to the smallest OEM cameras. Each module is a complete closed-loop motion solution and requires no more space than a typical fixed lens mount. Very low power is needed to move the lens and zero power is needed to hold the lens in any position, making the M3-FS ideal for battery-powered devices.  Guidance, targeting & UAVs  Process control & machine vision Your Camera Board M3-FS Module Your M8 to M16 All M3 smart modules have embedded closed-loop control. They need only simple high-level motion commands from the camera processor, making system integration fast, simple and cost-effective. Precise lens position control (0.5 µm resolution) and best-in-class bidirectional repeatability enable you to capture the sharpest images in the shortest time. Designed for long life with high performance, M3 modules are not susceptible to temperature or power variations. Small, precise and smart: M3-FS and M3-F focus modules are easy to integrate. The complete, drop-in focus solution requires no more space than a fixed lens holder. New aluminum construction with ball bearings for improved dynamic stability and precision The new M3-FS focus module is a drop-in replacement for the original M3-F focus module. The aluminum structure and innovative ball bearing guide mechanism deliver a 3x improvement in tilt and accuracy. The new M3-FS features superior dynamic stability, minimizing pixel shift with changing camera orientation. This makes it ideal for miniature handheld, portable and mobile systems. Maximum lens diameter is M16. The original M3-F focus module, with molded polymer construction and a pin-bushing guide, remains an economical choice for lower precision requirements or fixed camera positions. Maximum lens diameter is M12. ams.com All-in-one motion modules run on 3.3 VDC and can be evaluated using a PC with USB adapter and New Scale Pathway™ software, included in the Developer’s Kits. M3-FS and M3-F Focus Modules Simple integration Integration with camera processor Both the M3-FS and M3-F smart focus modules feature embedded closed-loop control. You provide simple, high-level motion commands from the camera processor over a standard I2C or SPI interface. Lens installation and alignment Install your lens using the threaded inside diameter of the M3 module. The M3-FS accepts a maximum M16 diameter lens, or an M12 lenses with a standard adapter. Smaller lenses may be feasible depending on the optical design. The M3-F accepts a maximum M12 lens directly. For typical camera integration, “active alignment” is required to align the optical centerline of the lens orthogonal to the image sensor by moving the M3 module and lens as a single assembly. After alignment, the base of the module is typically secured to the image sensor board using shims, adhesive and screws. The lens back focal distance is then set by rotating the lens in the threads and securing it with a small amount of adhesive in the threads. Specifications The M3 Advantage: New Scale’s M3 micro-mechatronic module platforms provide the smallest, highest resolution, and most repeatable closed-loop positioning solutions available. These “all in-one” smart modules require no separate electronics and are ready to plug-and-play directly with your system processor and power supply. You achieve the fastest time to market with the lowest total cost. Each M3 smart module is a fully engineered solution that integrates our patented and proprietary motor, drive, sensing, guide and control technologies. These unique components combine to create the world’s smallest closed-loop motion solutions. Model M3-F M3-FS Lens Type (Lens not included) Accepts M12x0.5 mm lens. Accepts smaller lenses to M8x0.35 with adapter by special order Accepts M16x1 mm Accepts M12x0.5 mm with standard adapter. Other sizes by special order. Lens Weight (note 1) < 5 grams < 5 grams (all orientations) Travel Range Up to 1.5 mm Up to 1.5 mm Housing Dimension 20 x 22 x 16 mm 20 x 23 x 16 mm Image Sensor Area (image sensor not included) 17 x 17 (see drawing) 17 x 17 (See drawing) Maximum Speed 5 mm/s 5 mm/s Resolution 0.5 μm 0.5 μm Repeatability Uni-directional: +/- 8 μm Bi-directional: +/- 20 μm Uni-directional: +/- 2.5 μm Bi-directional: +/- 5 μm Linear Accuracy ± 30 μm ± 12 μm Static Tilt