Phantom KT-Series Portable High-Speed Cameras
The Phantom KT-Series is a new generation of portable high-speed cameras, combining 1 Mpx and 4.2 Mpx Back Side Illuminated (BSI) sensors with outstanding performance at ultra-high frame rates. The models — KT 810, KT 1210, KT 1610 (1 Mpx) and KT 1240, KT 1640 (4.2 Mpx) — feature highly sensitive EMVA 1288-certified sensors, delivering up to 16 Gpx/s throughput, Quantum Efficiency above 88%, and an Absolute Sensitivity Threshold as low as 24 e-. With a compact and lightweight design (3.2 kg), KT cameras provide unmatched mobility for high-speed scientific imaging.
Features
- Back Side Illuminated (BSI) sensor with QE > 88% and AST ~24 e-
- Extreme throughput up to 16 Gpx/s, maintaining resolution at ultra-high speeds
- FAST option: sub-microsecond exposure times (down to 189–190 ns on 1 Mpx models)
- 4.2 Mpx versions (KT1240/KT1640) deliver enhanced clarity for wide tracking and extended PIV/DIC studies
- Compact & lightweight design: only 3.2 kg, 12.5 × 12.5 cm form factor
- Modern connectivity: CFexpress Type B, SDI, HDMI, 5″ touchscreen, jog dial control, 3 programmable I/O ports
- EMVA 1288 compliant measurements for standardized, transparent performance specs
Applications
- Ballistics & firing range testing — ultra-fast recording with precise synchronization
- Industrial impact & vibration analysis
- PIV (Particle Image Velocimetry) for advanced fluid dynamics research
- DIC (Digital Image Correlation) for materials testing and deformation studies
- High-speed microscopy — capturing microstructural dynamics
- 3D motion tracking in robotics, biomechanics, and engineering
Specifications
| Model | Resolution (pixels) | Full-res FPS | RAM Options | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KT 810 | 1 Mpx (1280×832) | 9,190 fps | 32 / 64 / 128 GB | FAST option: 190 ns exposure |
| KT 1210 | 1 Mpx | 12,090 fps | 32 / 64 / 128 GB | |
| KT 1610 | 1 Mpx | 15,640 fps | 32 / 64 / 128 GB | |
| KT 1240 | 4.2 Mpx (2560×1664) | 2,900 fps | 32 / 64 / 128 GB | Extended clarity & tracking |
| KT 1640 | 4.2 Mpx | 3,750 fps | 32 / 64 / 128 GB | Optimized for PIV/DIC applications |
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