In high-precision metrology and automated inspection, the “fixed-focus” limitation of traditional telecentric lenses has long been a bottleneck for system flexibility. When object heights vary or environmental vibrations cause focus drift, manual intervention is usually the only remedy—until now.

The Computar LensConnect Telecentric Series represents a paradigm shift: the world’s first motorized telecentric lens designed for seamless remote operation and ultra-high-resolution imaging.

Engineering Precision Meets Remote Automation

While standard optics suffer from perspective distortion (parallax), the LensConnect Telecentric series maintains a Chief Ray Angle near zero degrees. This ensures that objects remain the same size in the image regardless of their position in the Z-axis.

However, the true innovation lies in the Active Focus Control. Unlike traditional lenses where focus adjustment alters the magnification and breaks the telecentric condition, LensConnect employs a specialized internal movement that preserves linear magnification. For the developer, this means your measurement algorithms remain accurate across the entire focus range without constant recalibration.

Technical Performance for Next-Gen Sensors

Designed for the most demanding 8MP+ environments, these lenses are optimized for 2.74µm pixel pitch sensors (such as the Sony IMX series). Whether you are deploying 0.25×, 0.5×, 1×, or 2× magnification, you are guaranteed:

Diffraction-limited performance across the entire field of view.

Ultra-low TV distortion (as low as 0.01% on the TEC-ML2071UC-MPW).

Broad Interface Support: Native integration via I2C or USB, with RS-type support arriving in 2026 for legacy industrial protocols.

Solving the Developer’s Deployment Challenges

Integrating motion control into a vision system typically requires external motor drivers, dedicated power supplies, and complex GPIO programming. LensConnect simplifies the stack:

Zero-Hardware Integration: The motor and controller are internal. Power and data flow through a single interface, reducing cable clutter and EMI risk.

Software-Defined Optics: Adjust focus, lock settings, and query lens status via a simple API. This allows for “Recipe-Based Inspection”—instantly changing focus profiles for different product batches on the fly.

Reduced MTTR: In hard-to-access machine environments, remote focus eliminates the need for technicians to open safety housings or stop production lines for “tweaking.”

Targeted Applications

Semiconductor/PCB Inspection: Detecting micro-cracks on components with varying heights.

Automated Metrology: High-speed dimensional gauging where sub-micron repeatability is non-negotiable.

Robotics/V-G-A: Giving robotic arms the ability to “refocus” on objects without losing the spatial coordinate accuracy provided by telecentricity.

Future-Proof Your Vision System

The LensConnect Telecentric series is more than a lens; it is a vital component of the “Smart Factory” ecosystem. By combining CBC’s world-class optical glass with modern digital control, we provide the precision you need with the ease of use your development timeline demands.

 

Ready to validate the LensConnect performance on your own system?

We offer a Loan Program for qualified developers and system integrators. Test the remote focus capabilities and 2.7µm resolution in your specific environment.

Contact our Engineering Team, Request a Loan Unit, Schedule a Technical Consultation to discuss your custom magnification requirements.

If you would like to learn more about the Lens Connect lenses, please  visit dedicated website.

 

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