Low Distortion Lens – CCL118085MPF

CCL118085MPF Low distortion 8.5mm 43° M12 mount lens 1/1.8″ with HD 6MP rectilinear scanning

8.5mm 5MP M12 Low Distortion IR Corrected Lens

This 8.5mm M12 low distortion lens is designed for compact imaging systems that require accurate image reproduction, 5MP resolution, and controlled geometric distortion. With a 1/1.8″ image format, 60° diagonal field of view, and distortion below -1.15%, it helps maintain consistent object shapes and image geometry for inspection and visual analysis. The F3.0 fixed aperture provides stable optical performance, while the IR-corrected design supports imaging systems that use infrared illumination. Its M12 × 0.5 mount, 0.2m minimum object distance, 11.95mm TTL, and 5G+IRF construction make it suitable for compact machine vision cameras, embedded imaging modules, smart cameras, and industrial vision equipment. Designed for low-distortion machine vision applications, this lens combines controlled distortion, infrared correction, and compact mechanical integration in a fixed focal length configuration.

Product Core Highlights

• < -1.15% Low Distortion: Provides controlled geometric distortion for applications requiring accurate object representation.
• 5MP Resolution: Supports detailed imaging for compact inspection and vision systems.
• IR-Corrected Design: Helps maintain suitable optical performance when infrared illumination is incorporated into the imaging system.
• 8.5mm Fixed Focal Length: Provides a 60° diagonal FOV for balanced scene coverage and controlled framing.
• Compact M12 Configuration: M12 × 0.5 mounting and 11.95mm TTL support integration into compact camera modules.

M12 Low Distortion Lens Applications

The combination of low distortion, 5MP resolution, IR correction, and an 8.5mm focal length makes this lens suitable for imaging systems that need controlled geometry without requiring an ultra-wide field of view.

Machine Vision Inspection

The distortion level below -1.15% helps reduce geometric deformation when capturing components and objects. This can be valuable for machine vision systems performing object recognition, positioning, alignment, dimensional analysis, and automated inspection.

The 8.5mm focal length provides a moderate 60° diagonal field of view, making it suitable when the system needs a defined imaging area rather than maximum scene coverage.

Compatible devices: M12 machine vision cameras, compact inspection cameras, embedded vision modules, and industrial smart cameras.

Explore TOWIN’s Machine Vision solutions for application-specific lens configurations.

Industrial Object Detection

For industrial imaging applications, excessive optical distortion can make object edges and proportions appear inconsistent across the image. This low distortion M12 lens is designed to provide more controlled image geometry for object detection, positioning, and visual analysis.

Its 0.2m minimum object distance also makes it suitable for relatively close-range imaging setups where the camera needs to observe objects within a defined working area.

Compatible devices: Industrial cameras, automated inspection modules, robotic vision cameras, and embedded industrial imaging systems.

For help selecting the appropriate optical configuration, refer to the Lens Selection Guide.

IR-Assisted Imaging

The IR-corrected optical design makes this lens suitable for systems that use infrared illumination alongside visible-light imaging. This can be beneficial for applications where imaging performance needs to remain consistent when the illumination wavelength changes.

Compatible devices: IR-assisted smart cameras, infrared imaging modules, day/night camera systems, and embedded vision devices.

TOWIN’s Optical Design resources can help when evaluating wavelength and optical performance requirements.

Embedded Vision Systems

The M12 × 0.5 mount and 11.95mm TTL allow this lens to be considered for compact camera designs where installation space is limited. Its combination of low distortion and IR correction gives embedded imaging developers greater flexibility than a conventional compact lens.

Compatible devices: Embedded cameras, smart camera modules, IoT vision devices, robotic vision modules, and compact industrial imaging equipment.

View TOWIN’s complete M12 Lens product range to compare additional focal lengths and optical configurations.

Why Choose This 8.5mm M12 Low Distortion Lens?

This lens is optimized for applications where controlled image geometry, compact integration, and infrared compatibility are more important than an extremely wide field of view. Its < -1.15% distortion specification helps maintain accurate image representation, while the 5MP resolution supports detailed visual analysis. The IR-corrected optical design further expands its suitability for systems using infrared illumination. With an 8.5mm fixed focal length, F3.0 aperture, M12 × 0.5 mount, and compact 11.95mm TTL, it provides a practical optical solution for embedded machine vision and industrial imaging systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this an M12 low distortion lens?
A: Yes. The lens uses an M12 × 0.5 mount and has a specified distortion of less than -1.15%, making it suitable for low-distortion imaging applications.

Q: What is the focal length of this lens?
A: The focal length is fixed at 8.5mm, providing a 60° diagonal field of view according to the supplied specification.

Q: What sensor format is this lens designed for?
A: The lens is specified for a 1/1.8″ image format.

Q: What is the resolution of the 8.5mm M12 lens?
A: The specified optical resolution is 5MP.

Q: Is this lens IR corrected?
A: Yes. The supplied specification identifies the lens as IR Corrected, making it suitable for imaging systems that incorporate infrared illumination.

Q: What applications can use this low distortion M12 lens?
A: It can be used for machine vision inspection, industrial object detection, embedded vision, smart cameras, robotic vision modules, and IR-assisted imaging systems.

Q: What is the minimum object distance of this lens?
A: The specified minimum object distance is 0.2m.

Q: Can TOWIN customize this 8.5mm M12 lens?
A: TOWIN can evaluate customized optical and mechanical requirements based on sensor format, field of view, working distance, installation space, and other project specifications. Contact TOWIN for a project-specific evaluation.

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