
Description
QHY168C -- 16mega pixel 14bit APS-C format cooled CMOS Camera
High Performance APS-C Sensor
The QHY168C coldmos camera boasts an APS-C format, 14BIT ADC, 4.8um pixel, 16mp, 2-stage TEC, 128MB DDRII image buffer, anti-dew heat board and air-proof CMOS chamber with silicon gel tube connector, with USB3.0.
Unique Thermal Noise Control Technology
The QHY168C has the QHYCCD unique noise control technology to optimize the noise performance. Please look at these test dark frames for this technology.
Specifications
QHY168C Specification
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CMOS Sensor
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IMX071 COLOR CMOS SENSOR
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Effective Pixels
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4952*3288, 16mega pixel
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Pixel Size
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4.8um*4.8um
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Shutter
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Electric Rolling Shutter
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Readout Type
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Progressive Scan
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Imager Size
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APS-C Format
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ADC Output Bit
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14BIT (14BIT/8BIT OUTPUT)
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Exposure Time
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30us-3600sec
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Max Frame Rate
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10FPS@Full Reslution 30FPS@1920*1080 HD
15FPS@4096*2160 4K video
32FPS@1024 line
42FPS@768 line
54FPS@600 line
130FPS@240 line
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Full Well
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46ke-
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Readout Noise
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3.2e-@Lowest Gain 2.3e-@High Analog Gain
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Amplifer Glow Control
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Yes. There is no visible amplifer glow on dark image
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Cooling System
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2-stage TEC -35C below Ambient
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Optic Window
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AR+AR optic window
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Support Software
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SharpCAP,ASCOM,EZCAP_QT
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Reference Price
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USD1499 (this is the price with no tax and ship cost included)
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QHY168C Performance Chart




QHY168C Beta Testing Images
M60 LRGB Capture by Mauro Narduzzi and Process by Roberto Colombari with Vixen R200SS with Corrector PH F/3.8.

Multiple Mechanical Setup of QHY168C
You can install the QHY168C on different OTAs/Camera lenses with the standard or optional accessories that QHYCCD designed. By following this table you can calculate the back focus of each setup and find the item number of your required setup.
In order to minimize the halo of bright stars, the QHY168C comes with AR+AR coated optic windows. You need to install a 2-inch IR filter (L filter) on the front of the camera to cut off the IR light. Normally the 2-inch filter can be installed on the M48 thread of the 2inch T ring, but in the case that you do not use a 2-inch T-ring. QHYCCD has an optional 2inch filter holder. You can put the IR filter into this holder and this holder has a M54 female thread to allow you connect to your system like the flat-field corrector etc.

QHY168C Connection Combination Table Part1
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Camera body
only
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Camera
connected with M54/0.75 female adapter
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Camera
connected
with 2 inch
to T adapter
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Camera connected with
QHYOAG-M and 2inch Tring
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Camera
with 2inch filter holder for flat field corrector solution
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Camera
connected with
QHYOAG-M,2inch filter holder and flat field corrector soluiton
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100099
(18±0.5)
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100099
(18±0.5)
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100099
(18±0.5)
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100099
(18±0.5)
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100099
(18±0.5)
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100099
(18±0.5)
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020002(6)
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020002(6)
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020002(6)
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020002(6)
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020002(6)
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020028(2.5)
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020087 *
(0.5~13.5)
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020076(7)*
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020087 *
(0.5~13.5)
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010094
(10)
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020077(6.5)
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010094
(10)
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020079(3)
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020079(3)
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020028(2.5)
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020076(7)**
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020077(6.5)
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In Standard Pakcage
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In Standard Pakcage
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In Standard Pakcage
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Need order Optional Part
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Need order Optional Part
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Need order Optional Part
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2 inch infrared
filter can be installed on the 2 inch to T adapter (M48 thread)
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* This part can be either used or not used
** 2 inch infrared filter can be installed on the 2 inch to T adapter (M48 thread)
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2 inch infrared filter can be installed on the position marked with *
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* This part can be either used or not used
** 2 inch infrared filter can be installed on the position marked with
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The values in the brackets are the increment in the back focal length. To add these values together, you will get the back focal length. The six-figure numbers are the unique serial numbers for QHYCCD accessories.
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