Low Distortion Lens – CCL121625MPRF

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16mm M12 5MP Low Distortion Machine Vision Lens

This 16mm M12 5MP low distortion machine vision lens is designed for compact industrial imaging systems that require precise image geometry, moderate field of view, and flexible sensor compatibility. With support for 1/2″, 1/1.8″, and 2/3″ formats, <0.3% distortion, F2.5 aperture, and a compact M12 × 0.5 mount, it is well suited to factory automation, embedded inspection, and precision machine vision applications.

M12 Low Distortion Lens Core Highlights

• <0.3% Low Distortion: Helps preserve accurate image geometry for inspection and measurement tasks.
• 5MP Resolution: Provides detailed imaging for compact industrial vision systems.
• 16mm Fixed Focal Length: Delivers a controlled, moderate field of view for targeted imaging.
• Multi-Format Compatibility: Supports 1/2″, 1/1.8″, and 2/3″ image formats.
• Compact M12 Construction: Φ14 × 16mm dimensions simplify integration into space-constrained camera modules.

16mm M12 Low Distortion Lens Applications

Core Application Scenes

This 16mm M12 machine vision lens is designed for targeted inspection rather than wide-area scene capture. Its 16mm focal length provides a relatively controlled field of view, allowing the camera to concentrate on a specific inspection zone while maintaining a compact optical footprint.

The combination of 5MP resolution and <0.3% distortion makes the lens particularly suitable for applications where the visual position and shape of inspection targets need to remain consistent. It can be used for component presence checks, edge inspection, alignment verification, surface observation, and other automated visual tasks where excessive optical distortion could interfere with image analysis.

The 0.3m M.O.D. is suited to applications where the camera is positioned at a moderate working distance from the target. This can be useful in production equipment where the optical assembly cannot be placed directly next to the inspected component but still needs to provide a relatively narrow, controlled imaging area.

Its M12 × 0.5 mount and Φ14 × 16mm dimensions make it particularly useful for compact embedded cameras, inspection modules, robotic vision assemblies, and OEM camera designs where a conventional C-Mount lens would occupy too much mechanical space.

For complete industrial vision system planning, the Machine Vision solution provides additional information about camera and optical integration.

Compatible Device List

• Factory Automation Cameras: Suitable for automated inspection stations requiring compact and controlled imaging.
• Embedded Machine Vision Modules: The M12 × 0.5 mount supports integration into small camera assemblies.
• Industrial Inspection Cameras: 5MP resolution and <0.3% distortion support detailed inspection and image analysis.
• Robotic Vision Systems: The compact Φ14 × 16mm form factor can be integrated into space-limited robotic camera modules.
• Electronic & Mechanical Component Inspection: Suitable for checking component position, edges, assembly status, and surface features.
• OEM Camera Systems: Compatible with 1/2″, 1/1.8″, and 2/3″ image formats for flexible system configuration.

Designed for precision factory automation, compact machine vision, and targeted industrial inspection applications.

Optical Performance & Sensor Compatibility

The lens supports 1/2″, 1/1.8″, and 2/3″ image formats, giving system designers flexibility when selecting the camera sensor. The specified FOV of 29° diagonal, 23° horizontal, and 17.5° vertical is based on the 1/2″ format.

Because the field of view changes with sensor size, engineers should evaluate the actual sensor format together with focal length and working distance during system design. The Sensor Guide provides additional information for matching camera sensors with appropriate optical configurations.

For a 1/2″ sensor, the 16mm focal length produces a relatively controlled viewing area rather than an ultra-wide perspective. This makes the lens suitable for inspection stations where the camera is intended to focus on a defined area rather than capture an entire surrounding environment.

Engineers can use the FOV Calculator to estimate the expected field coverage based on sensor size, focal length, and working distance.

Low Distortion Imaging for Inspection

The <0.3% distortion specification is one of the key optical characteristics of this lens. Low geometric distortion helps maintain a more consistent relationship between the actual object and its position within the captured image.

This is useful for automated inspection tasks involving component alignment, edge positioning, dimensional observation, or image-based comparison. For engineers evaluating how distortion affects industrial imaging, the Distortion Guide provides further technical reference.

The F2.5 aperture also provides a practical optical configuration for controlled industrial lighting environments. When integrating the lens into an inspection system, illumination, exposure, sensor sensitivity, and working distance should be evaluated together.

Compact M12 Mechanical Design

The lens uses an M12 × 0.5 mount and measures only Φ14 × 16mm, making it suitable for camera modules where installation space is limited.

The 5.75mm B.F.L. and 21.1mm T.T.L. should be considered when designing the camera housing and sensor-to-lens mechanical interface. For projects requiring additional compact optical options, the M12 Lenses product range provides further configurations.

For more information about focal length selection and working distance, engineers can also refer to the Lens Selection Guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What sensor sizes are compatible with this 16mm M12 lens?
A: The lens supports 1/2″, 1/1.8″, and 2/3″ image formats.

Q: What is the field of view of the 16mm lens?
A: With a 1/2″ image format, the specified FOV is 29° diagonal, 23° horizontal, and 17.5° vertical.

Q: Is this a low distortion machine vision lens?
A: Yes. The specified distortion is below 0.3%, making it suitable for applications where controlled image geometry is important.

Q: What is the resolution of this M12 lens?
A: The lens is specified with 5MP resolution, making it suitable for detailed industrial and machine vision imaging.

Q: What is the minimum object distance?
A: The M.O.D. is 0.3m, or 300mm, making the lens suitable for applications where the camera is installed at a moderate distance from the inspection target.

Q: What mount does this lens use?
A: It uses an M12 × 0.5 mount, a compact interface commonly used in embedded camera and miniature vision modules.

Q: Is the 16mm M12 lens suitable for factory automation?
A: Yes. Its 5MP resolution, <0.3% distortion, fixed 16mm focal length, and compact M12 construction make it suitable for factory automation and industrial inspection applications.

Q: Does this lens include an IR-cut filter?
A: The optical structure is specified as 6G + IRCF, indicating that an IRCF is included in the construction. This should not be interpreted as an IR-corrected optical design unless the specific spectral correction is separately specified.

Related Products & Resources

For more compact optical solutions using the same mounting family, explore the M12 Lenses product range.

For applications requiring controlled geometric performance, the Low Distortion Lens category provides additional lens configurations.

Engineers working on factory automation and industrial inspection can also review the Industrial Lens range for larger-format industrial optical solutions.

For fundamental information about focal length, sensor size, field of view, and other optical parameters, visit the Lens Basics section.

For customized requirements involving focal length, sensor format, mounting dimensions, or optical construction, engineers can Contact Towin to discuss the required configuration.

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