Basler C11-0824-12M-P 12MP C-Mount Fixed Focal Lens

Technical Overview

12 MP C-mount lens with 8.5 mm fixed focal length and F2.4-F16 aperture, ideal for high-resolution machine vision.

Key Features

Compatible with Basler cameras with sensor sizes up to 1.1 inches.
Robust metal housing ensures durability.
Standard C-mount for broad compatibility.
Equipped with locking screws for secure iris and focus settings.
Features aperture indicators on the iris ring and lens barrel.
Provides high contrast imaging performance.
Fixed focal length of 8.5 mm.
Adjustable aperture range from F2.4 to F16.
Designed for 140 LP/mm (3.57 µm pixel size) resolution.
Wide operating temperature range of -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F).
Manual focus and iris operation for precise control.

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Focal Length	8.46 mm ± 5 %
Aperture Range	F2.4–F16
Aperture with Highest Resolution	F2.8
Image Circle	17.6 mm (1.1" format)
Focus Range	0.1 m to infinity
Optimum Working Distance	0.4 m
Minimum Object Distance	0.1 m (100 mm)
Relative Illumination at Full Aperture	40 %
Resolution	12 MP (Designed for 140 LP/mm, 3.57 µm pixel size)
Optical Distortion	Typical -9.5 %
Angle of View (1.1" Format)	Horizontal: 84.0°, Vertical: 65.5°
Wavelength Range	Visible (400–700 nm)
Back Focal Length	9.63 mm
Flange Back	17.526 mm
Mount	C-mount
Operating Temperature	-20–60 °C (-4–140 °F)
Operating Humidity	10 to 90 % relative humidity, non-condensing
Filter Thread	M58 x 0.75
Pixel Pitch	3.45 µm
Physical Weight (kg)	0.26
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	0 x 0 x 0

Industrial Applications

1. High-Precision Industrial Inspection

This lens is ideal for inspecting electronic components, printed circuit boards, or fine mechanical parts where detecting minuscule defects is critical. Its 12 MP resolution and low distortion enable the capture of highly detailed images, facilitating automated defect detection and quality control.

Problem Solved

Ensures the identification of micro-level imperfections that are invisible to the human eye or lower-resolution systems, significantly improving product quality and reducing manufacturing waste.

12 MP ResolutionLow DistortionFine Detail AnalysisQuality ControlMachine Vision

2. Automated Assembly Verification

With its fixed 8.5 mm focal length and a minimum object distance of 0.1 m, the lens is suitable for close-up views in automated assembly lines. It can verify correct component placement and alignment in compact spaces, operating reliably across a wide -20°C to 60°C temperature range common in industrial environments.

Problem Solved

Provides accurate visual feedback for robotic assembly systems, ensuring components are correctly positioned and reducing assembly errors in challenging thermal conditions.

Fixed Focal LengthClose-up ImagingAutomated AssemblyTemperature ResistanceComponent Verification

3. Medical Device Manufacturing Quality Assurance

The Basler-C11-0824-12M-P is suitable for quality assurance in medical device manufacturing, where high-resolution imaging of small parts and surfaces is paramount. Its 1.1" image circle and excellent optical performance ensure consistent and clear image capture for critical analysis, supporting strict regulatory compliance.

Problem Solved

Allows for precise inspection of intricate medical components, ensuring their integrity and conformity to stringent quality standards, which is crucial for patient safety.

High-Resolution ImagingMedical Device InspectionImage Circle 1.1"Optical PerformanceQuality Assurance