Overview
This Gecko-Cam Lens Collimator is ideal for rental houses, service or repair shops, TV stations, and other places where multiple lenses must be tested to maintain strict quality control standards. It is durable with a strong mount constructions capable of repeatable measurements.
You can use this Collimator on both film and television or broadcast video equipment.
The Gecko-Cam Collimator Mount Head offers a solid build for your long-term optical evaluation needs. It includes a universal camera and lens test bench with 4.6 ft of working space and two moveable tables (sliding supports), which will hold cameras up to 220 lb. This test bench features a hardened finish. It also comes with a mounting block with digital micrometer and Gecko lens mount base or Interchangeable Mount System (IMS).
The complete Collimator set includes:
- Universal camera and lens test bench
- PL-Mount
- Measuring Head Mark III 45S (autocollimator)
- Power supply includes 15V/150W cold light lamp
- CCD-camera 1/3" B/W PAL with power supply
- TFT-Monitor display (PAL/NTSC)
- Plane parallel glass
- 4x beam converter
Some of you may be unfamiliar with what a Collimator does when you test a lens. It measures the distance from the lens mount to the image plane, which is also known as the flange focal distance.
Below are more details about the contents of this set, in case you are interested in learning more.
Measuring Head Mark III 45S - autocollimator is set to infinity, suitable for testing lenses with focal lengths from approximately 6mm to 300mm. Includes quick-release support. The measuring head is adjustable in height and also side-to-side.
TFT Monitor Display (PAL/NTSC) - includes power supply and mini magic arm
Plane Parallel Glass - for adjusting and checking lenses.
4x Beam Converter - for measuring head Mark III 45S for wide angle lenses with focal lengths of approximately 3mm to 20mm.
Specifications
Key Highlights
- Measures flange focal distance
- Testing bench for lens quality assurance
- 4.6 feet long
- Supports up to 220 lb
- Quick-release support
- Adjust measuring head position
- Mini magic arm holds display