Section 2: Product Overview; External Features Of The Newton - Oxford Instruments ANDOR Newton CCD Hardware Manual

Newton

SECTION 2: PRODUCT OVERVIEW

This section provides an overview of the external features and the power and signal connections of the Newton. The
CCD model is outlined- refer to model specific information as described, and Section 5 for SO and SY models.
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Mounting Flange
The mounting flange has 4 off mounting holes to clear M4 x 5 deep (see Appendix B).
Sensor
The Newton features high resolution CCD or EMCCD sensors with coatings depending on the model. Andor's unique
UltraVac vacuum technology has also been applied to the Newton. UltraVac provides a permanent hermetically sealed
TM
enclosure for maximum QE and cooling performance over many years operation.
Camera Window
The Newton features a Single AR coated UV grade silica window for optimum transmission. (SY model features a
Beryllium window). For more information on camera windows please see
camera-windows-optimizing-for-different-spectral-regions.
Mounting Post Locations
There are three holes for the 1/4"-20 UNC tapped 0.4" deep mounting posts with 1" spacing located on the underside of
the camera (not applicable to SO model).
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Figure 2: Newton CCD
Mounting post
locations (x3)
Water/Liquid cooling
connectors (x2)
Mounting
face/flange
Camera Window
Sensor
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