The new Atik 383L+ is an 8.3 Megapixel pixel camera using the Kodak KAF 8300 CCD. Over the last few months a great deal has been written about this affordable CCD which is set to make multi-megapixel cooled cameras much more accessible. The combination of Atik's highly regarded 314 platform and Kodak’s KAF 8300 offers a number of advantages.
Features
• 8.3 Million 5.4μm square pixels for high resolution imaging.
• Ultra low read noise for great sensitivity.
• Lightweight - no flexure of the telescope focuser tube.
• Highly efficient set point cooling to 40 degrees max below ambient.
• Renowned software for image acquisition and pre-processing
Atik 383L+ review and discussion on compatibility with 1.25" filters.
Specifications:
Sensor Type: CCD – Kodak KAF 8300 17.6mm x 13.52mm
Horizontal Resolution: 3362 pixels
Vertical Resolution: 2504 pixels
Pixel Size: 5.40 ìM x 5.40 ìM
ADC: 16 bit
Readout Noise: Typical 7 e-
Interface: USB 2.0 High Speed
Power: 12v DC
Maximum Exposure Length: Unlimited
Cooling: Thermoelectric with ÄT=-40°C max, set point controller
Weight: 500 gram
