Hamamatsu Launches S11500-1007 CCD Image Sensor

Hamamatsu has released the S11500-1007 back-thinned CCD image sensor. It has been exclusively developed for Raman spectroscopy with a broad spectral response ranging between 200 and 1100 nm. It features quantum efficiency of 40% at 1000 nm.

The S11500-1007 image sensor has enhanced response in the NIR region, enabling the identification of long-wavelength Raman radiations. This is achieved by developing a MEMS structure on CCD’s rear side with the help of an innovative laser processing technology of the company.

The image sensor includes 1024 (H) x 122 (V) pixels with 24x24 µm of pixel size. The sensor can be used as a linear image sensor for binning operation. The binning method assures elevated signal-to-noise ratio and high speed signal processing in contrast to methods that utilize an exterior circuit to include signals digitally.

The S11500-1007 back-thinned CCD image sensor is available in a 24-pin ceramic DIP housing with a window made of quartz glass. The sensor can be utilized along with the company’s C7040 multichannel detector head.