FA Lens – C1223014M5

C1223014M5 is 12mm C-Mount FA Industrial lens, 2/3″ low distortion lens, High-Resolution 5-Megapixel manual iris Lens, F1.4~16 aperture.

When determining whether a 12mm focal length provides sufficient coverage for a specific camera and working distance, the FOV Calculator can be used to estimate the required field of view.

2/3″ 5MP 12mm C-Mount Machine Vision FA Lens

This 2/3-inch 5MP C-Mount machine vision lens features a 12mm focal length, F1.4–16 manual aperture, and a 46.5° diagonal field of view for stable, detailed imaging in industrial inspection and factory automation systems. Its 2/3-inch image format and 5MP resolution make it a practical optical solution for C-Mount industrial cameras.

With a manual iris and focus system, this 5MP industrial lens gives system integrators flexible optical adjustment during machine vision installation. The M30.5×0.5 filter thread also allows compatible optical filters to be added for specific imaging and lighting conditions.

Product Highlights at a Glance

• 5MP resolution for detailed industrial and machine vision imaging.
• 2/3-inch image format supports a wide range of industrial camera sensors.
• F1.4–16 aperture range provides flexible exposure and depth-of-field control.
• 46.5° diagonal FOV delivers balanced scene coverage with a 12mm focal length.
• M30.5×0.5 filter thread supports the integration of compatible optical filters.

C-Mount Machine Vision FA Lens Applications

Core Application Scenes

This 2/3-inch C-Mount industrial lens is designed for machine vision systems that require a moderate field of view together with consistent 5MP image detail. Its 12mm focal length provides more controlled scene framing than a wide-angle lens, making it suitable for inspection tasks where the target occupies a defined area within the camera’s view.

In factory automation, the lens can be installed on production-line cameras for component inspection, assembly verification, product positioning, surface inspection, and automated quality-control processes. The F1.4 maximum aperture is particularly useful when the available illumination is limited or when system designers need additional flexibility in exposure settings.

The manual iris and focus allow optical adjustment during machine installation and commissioning. This benefits fixed inspection stations where system setup defines camera position, working distance, and lighting conditions.

The integrated M30.5×0.5 filter thread adds another level of system flexibility. Users can deploy compatible filters for applications that need optical filtering to manage reflections, contrast, or specific wavelength conditions.

For complete industrial inspection system planning, see Machine Vision Solutions. For factory automation applications involving optical inspection and camera integration, the lens can also be evaluated as part of a broader FA lens selection.

Compatible Device List

• 2/3-inch Industrial Cameras: Designed for C-Mount cameras using compatible 2/3-inch image sensors with resolutions up to 5MP.
• Machine Vision Cameras: Suitable for inspection cameras used in automated quality control, component inspection, and object positioning.
• FA Inspection Equipment: Can be integrated into production-line vision systems and factory automation equipment where the focal length and FOV meet the application requirements.
• Automated Inspection Stations: Suitable for fixed camera installations where manual focus and iris adjustment can be performed during system setup.
• Filter-Based Imaging Systems: The M30.5×0.5 filter thread allows compatible filters to be incorporated when required by the optical design.
• Industrial Embedded Vision Platforms: Can be integrated into C-Mount imaging platforms when the sensor format, mechanical interface, and optical coverage are compatible.

Before integrating this lens with an industrial camera, engineers should verify the sensor format, required image coverage, working distance, and mechanical clearance. The Sensor Guide provides information about sensor and lens compatibility, while the Lens Selection Guide can help compare focal length, sensor size, and application requirements.

For calculating the required focal length from a known working distance and field of view, the Focal Length Calculator provides an additional selection tool.

Designed for factory automation, machine vision inspection, component positioning, and industrial quality-control applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What sensor size is this 12mm C-Mount lens designed for?
A: This lens targets the 2/3” image format and works with compatible C-Mount industrial cameras.

Q: What is the field of view of this 12mm machine vision lens?
A: The lens provides a 46.5° diagonal FOV, 39° horizontal FOV, and 30.5° vertical FOV. Actual image coverage depends on the sensor dimensions and working distance.

Q: Is this lens suitable for factory automation?
A: Yes. Its 5MP resolution, 2/3-inch image format, C-Mount interface, manual optical adjustment, and moderate FOV make it suitable for various FA inspection and automation systems.

Q: What is the aperture range of the lens?
A: The manual aperture ranges from F1.4 to F16. This allows users to adjust light transmission and depth of field according to the imaging environment.

Q: Does this lens support optical filters?
A: Yes. This lens features an M30.5×0.5 filter thread for mounting compatible optical filters as imaging systems require.

Q: What is the distortion specification?
A: Specified TV distortion stays below 0.8%. It provides controlled geometric reproduction for general industrial imaging, yet it does not belong to dedicated low-distortion lens categories.

Q: Can this lens be used for machine vision inspection?
A: Yes. The 5MP resolution and 2/3-inch C-Mount configuration make it suitable for applications such as component inspection, product positioning, assembly verification, and automated quality control.

Q: How can I calculate whether 12mm is the correct focal length for my application?
A: The required focal length depends on sensor size, working distance, and desired field of view. The Focal Length Calculator can help estimate the appropriate focal length, while the FOV Calculator can be used to check the resulting coverage.

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