Thorlabs DCC Series USB CMOS Cameras Product Overview

Product overview and specifications for Thorlabs DCC Series USB 2.0 and 3.0 CMOS cameras, covering monochrome, color, and NIR models with various shutter modes.


Thorlabs DCC Series USB CMOS Cameras Product Overview - cover page
Brand
THORLABS
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Product Leaflet
Language
English
Pages
9
File format
PDF
File size
390 KB
Published
06 November, 2026
Updated
06 November, 2026
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About this manual

This document provides an overview of the Thorlabs DCC Series of compact, lightweight CMOS cameras available with USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 interfaces. The series includes monochrome (M), color (C), and near-infrared (NIR) sensor models, offering resolutions up to 1.3 Megapixels (1280 x 1024). Key features include compatibility with SM1 and C-mount lenses, electronic rolling or global shutter modes, and support for external triggers on specific models.

What's inside

  • SM1 Thread Compatibility
  • Sensor Types and Models
  • Software and SDK
  • USB and Trigger Cables
  • Technical Specifications
  • Components Included
  • Sensitivity Graphs
  • Shipping List

Specifications

Resolution1.3 Megapixels (1280 x 1024)
InterfaceUSB 2.0 or USB 3.0
Storage Temperature-4 to 140 °F (-20 to 60 °C)
Power Consumption0.3 - 1.0 W

Frequently asked questions

What software is included with the cameras?

Each camera comes with ThorCam, a Windows-compatible GUI software package, along with standard drivers like Direct Show and .NET.

Which models support external triggers?

The DCC1240 and DCC3240 models include an input for an external trigger, while the DCC1545M and DCC1645C do not.

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