Pinhole Lens – CCL1210PMPR

CCL1210PMPR Pinhole lens 10mm 1/2″ HD CCTV M12 mount lens for Covert Surveillance, hidden camera

10mm M12 Pinhole Lens

This 10mm M12 pinhole lens is designed for compact camera modules and embedded imaging systems that require a discreet optical design with a controlled field of view. Featuring a 10mm fixed focal length, 40° diagonal FOV, F2.0 aperture, and 1/2″ image format, the lens provides a balanced combination of viewing coverage and image detail for space-constrained camera applications. Its M12×0.5 mount and 16.8mm TTL make it suitable for compact camera housings where installation space is limited.

Designed for compact security camera, access monitoring, embedded vision, and discreet imaging applications, this fixed focal pinhole lens supports practical integration into small camera systems. The 0.2m minimum object distance also enables relatively close-range imaging when the camera needs to monitor objects or areas at short distances.

For projects requiring a compact optical configuration, explore TOWIN’s M12 Lenses and Pinhole Lenses portfolio for additional focal lengths and optical configurations.

M12 Pinhole Lens Core Highlights

• 10mm fixed focal length provides a controlled 40° diagonal field of view for targeted monitoring.
• 1/2″ image format supports integration with compact camera sensors.
• F2.0 aperture provides a practical balance between light transmission and optical compactness.
• M12×0.5 mount simplifies integration with small embedded camera modules.
• 16.8mm TTL and compact design make the lens suitable for space-constrained camera housings.

M12 Pinhole Lens Applications

Compact Security & Monitoring Cameras

The 10mm focal length and 40° diagonal FOV are well suited to applications where the camera needs to observe a defined area rather than cover an extremely wide scene. The lens can be integrated into compact security camera modules for targeted observation of entrances, corridors, equipment areas, counters, or other controlled zones.

For broader security imaging requirements, see TOWIN’s Smart Security solutions.

Access Control & Entrance Monitoring

A 10mm focal length can provide a more concentrated view than short focal length wide-angle lenses, making this pinhole lens suitable for applications such as entrance monitoring, access control terminals, and compact identification devices. The 0.2m M.O.D. also supports relatively close installation distances when the optical system needs to observe nearby subjects.

Embedded Camera Systems

With an M12×0.5 mount and 16.8mm TTL, the lens can be integrated into compact embedded camera designs where optical dimensions and mechanical compatibility are important. It can be used in small monitoring modules, intelligent devices, and other OEM camera assemblies.

TOWIN also provides M12 Lens solutions for compact embedded imaging applications.

Discreet Imaging Devices

The pinhole configuration is particularly useful where the camera module requires a compact and unobtrusive optical arrangement. This can be advantageous for equipment monitoring, access monitoring, and other applications where the lens needs to occupy limited installation space.

Industrial Equipment Monitoring

The controlled 40° diagonal field of view can be useful for monitoring a specific machine area, instrument panel, production station, or equipment zone without unnecessarily capturing a large surrounding scene. For more demanding machine vision applications, lens selection should also consider sensor resolution, working distance, distortion, and MTF performance.

See the Lens Selection Guide for additional optical selection considerations.

Compatible Devices

This 10mm M12 pinhole lens can be considered for integration with:

• Compact M12 camera modules
• Embedded security cameras
• Access control cameras
• Entrance monitoring devices
• Small industrial monitoring cameras
• Compact OEM camera assemblies
• Equipment monitoring modules
• Space-constrained vision devices

The final camera configuration should be evaluated according to sensor size, sensor resolution, working distance, mechanical clearance, and required image coverage.

How to Select the Right Working Distance

The 10mm focal length provides a relatively controlled field of view compared with short focal length M12 lenses. When designing the camera system, the required object coverage should be evaluated together with the camera-to-object distance.

For example, if the application requires a narrow observation area at a relatively defined distance, a 10mm fixed focal lens can provide a more targeted view than a wide-angle lens. The actual image coverage depends on the sensor dimensions and working distance.

Use TOWIN’s FOV Calculator to estimate image coverage when matching this lens with a specific camera sensor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What type of lens is this product?
A: This product is a fixed focal M12 pinhole lens with a 10mm focal length, designed for compact embedded and targeted imaging applications.

Q: What is the field of view of the 10mm M12 pinhole lens?
A: The lens provides a 40° diagonal, 33° horizontal, and 25° vertical field of view based on the specified configuration.

Q: Is this lens suitable for a 1/2″ sensor?
A: Yes. The lens is specified for a 1/2″ image format, making it suitable for camera modules using compatible 1/2″ sensors.

Q: Is the lens fixed focus or manual focus?
A: The lens uses a manual focus configuration. The specified minimum object distance is 0.2m.

Q: What mount does this pinhole lens use?
A: The lens uses an M12×0.5 mount, a common mechanical interface for compact embedded camera modules.

Q: Is this a wide-angle M12 lens?
A: No. With a 40° diagonal FOV, this lens is better categorized as a targeted or moderate-field-of-view M12 lens rather than a wide-angle lens.

Q: What applications are suitable for a 10mm pinhole lens?
A: Typical applications include compact security cameras, access monitoring, embedded vision devices, equipment monitoring, and other space-constrained camera systems requiring a controlled field of view.

Q: Can TOWIN customize this M12 pinhole lens?
A: TOWIN can support customized optical solutions based on project requirements such as sensor format, focal length, field of view, mechanical dimensions, and application conditions. For customization requirements, contact TOWIN.

Related Optical Resources

Choosing an M12 pinhole lens requires matching the focal length, sensor format, field of view, and working distance to the camera system. TOWIN’s optical resources can help with the selection process:

• Lens Basics — Understand fundamental lens parameters and optical terminology.
• Sensor Guide — Learn how sensor size affects lens selection.
• Lens Selection Guide — Compare key parameters when selecting an industrial or embedded lens.
• FOV Calculator — Estimate image coverage based on sensor and optical parameters.

Request a Custom M12 Pinhole Lens Solution

Need a different focal length, field of view, sensor format, or mechanical configuration? TOWIN supports customized M12 pinhole lens development for OEM and embedded imaging projects.

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