M12 Lens – CCL1316MP

CCL1316MP Low distortion CCTV 16mm M12 S-mount board lens 1/3″ HD IR corrected F1.8 surveillance

16mm 2MP M12 Low Distortion Fixed Focal Lens

This 16mm M12 lens is a compact fixed focal lens designed for precise imaging applications using 1/3″ sensors. With a 20° diagonal field of view, 2MP resolution, less than 0.5% distortion, and an F1.8 fixed aperture, it provides controlled, low-distortion imaging for compact machine vision and industrial imaging equipment.

Product Core Highlights

• 16mm fixed focal length for controlled, narrow-field imaging
• Less than 0.5% distortion for accurate image geometry
• 2MP resolution for reliable industrial image capture
• F1.8 fixed aperture for stable optical performance
• Compact Φ14 × 13.5mm design for space-constrained equipment

M12 Lens Applications

This 16mm M12 low distortion lens is designed for applications that require a relatively narrow field of view, compact installation, and consistent image geometry. Compared with ultra-wide M12 lenses, its 16mm focal length provides a more focused viewing area, making it suitable for imaging objects positioned at a moderate working distance without unnecessarily capturing a large background area.

A typical use case is compact industrial inspection equipment, where the camera needs to monitor a defined inspection zone rather than a wide scene. The <0.5% distortion helps maintain more accurate object proportions, which can be beneficial when the captured image is used for visual inspection, positioning, dimensional observation, or machine-assisted image analysis.

The lens can also be used in compact machine vision cameras and embedded inspection modules where the available installation space is limited. Its M12 × 0.5 mount and Φ14 × 13.5mm dimensions make it suitable for small camera housings and optical assemblies where a larger C-Mount or CS-Mount lens may not be practical.

For machine vision system development, users can also refer to TOWIN’s Machine Vision solutions to evaluate lens characteristics for different inspection requirements. When selecting the appropriate sensor and lens combination, the Sensor Guide can help determine whether the 1/3″ image format matches the camera sensor.

Compatible devices include: 1/3″ CMOS camera modules, compact machine vision cameras, embedded inspection cameras, industrial inspection modules, object-positioning cameras, and other M12-mount imaging devices requiring a narrow field of view and low optical distortion.

For projects where focal length and viewing coverage need to be calculated according to the sensor and working distance, the Focal Length Calculator can be used during lens selection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What type of lens is this 16mm M12 lens?
A: This is a 16mm fixed focal M12 lens designed for 1/3″ sensors, with 2MP resolution and less than 0.5% distortion. It is suitable for compact industrial and machine vision imaging systems.

Q: What sensor size is compatible with this M12 lens?
A: The lens is designed for a 1/3″ image format. The camera sensor should therefore be selected to match the specified image format for proper image coverage.

Q: What is the field of view of the 16mm M12 lens?
A: The lens provides a 20° diagonal field of view, with a 16.5° horizontal FOV and 12.5° vertical FOV on the specified 1/3″ format.

Q: Is this a low distortion lens?
A: Yes. The specified optical distortion is less than 0.5%, making this lens suitable for applications where maintaining accurate image geometry is important.

Q: Is the 16mm lens suitable for machine vision?
A: Yes. Its 16mm fixed focal length, 2MP resolution, low distortion, and compact M12 mount make it suitable for selected compact machine vision and industrial inspection applications.

Q: What is the minimum object distance of this lens?
A: The specified minimum object distance is 0.3m. This makes it suitable for imaging objects positioned at moderate working distances.

Q: Can TOWIN provide a customized lens solution?
A: TOWIN can evaluate lens requirements based on factors such as sensor size, focal length, field of view, distortion, mounting requirements, and application conditions. For a specific project, customers can contact TOWIN to discuss the required optical configuration.

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