ToupTek sMAX16AM-U3-CL is a 16.8 MP cooled monochrome scientific CMOS camera using the GSENSE4040 sensor, with both USB 3.0 and Camera Link acquisition options.
Key specifications
| Sensor | GSENSE4040 |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 16.8 MP; 4096 × 4096 |
| Pixel size | 9 µm × 9 µm |
| Image type | Monochrome |
| Shutter | Rolling |
| Spectral range | 300–1000 nm |
| Cooling | TEC-cooled |
| Interface | USB 3.0 / Camera Link |
| Maximum published full-resolution rate | 20 fps USB 3.0; 23 fps Camera Link at 4096 × 4096 |
| Lens mount | M54 × 0.75 |
Where it fits
This large-format configuration is a candidate for fluorescence imaging, spectral analysis and scientific astronomy where a 4096 × 4096 sensor and 9 µm pixels fit the optical system.
What to check before ordering
Confirm image circle, sampling, required interface hardware, storage throughput, exposure time and rolling-shutter suitability. Camera Link operation may require additional acquisition hardware.
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Specification reviewed by DCS against manufacturer information on 7 August 2026. Confirm the final configuration before purchase.