UA130CA Microscopy Camera/Microscope Camera
Product Introduction
The UA series provides USB2.0 microscopy imaging solutions featuring dedicated onboard buffer architecture integrated around the sensor to smooth burst data and enhance link anti-jitter capability, achieving more stable real-time transmission under USB2.0 (480 Mbit/s) bandwidth. Resolution coverage spans approximately 1.3–16 MP, suitable for educational, routine scientific research, and general industrial documentation applications. The built-in Ultra-Fine color processing engine performs demosaicing, auto exposure/gain control, one-click white balance, and color/gamma/contrast processing on the camera/software side, reducing host CPU usage while delivering natural and consistent color presentation. The housing features aluminum alloy CNC precision construction for durability and reliability, while included ToupView/ToupLite software and cross-platform SDK support (Windows/Linux/macOS/Android) facilitate system integration and secondary development.
Key Features
- Sensor: Aptina (onsemi) CMOS sensors (model dependent) with high sensitivity and low noise
- Resolution coverage of approximately 1.3–16 MP, meeting general microscopy documentation requirements
- USB2.0 high-compatibility link (480 Mbit/s) with plug-and-play operation, compatible with legacy and modern platforms and various hosts
- Onboard buffer design adjacent to sensor: improves stability and reduces frame loss and bandwidth jitter effects
- Ultra-Fine color engine: Demosaic, AE/AGC, AWB, one-click white balance, color/gamma/brightness/contrast, LUT
- Bit depth and data: supports 8/12-bit (model dependent) with RAW/Bayer output capability
- Image functions: ROI/windowing, image mirroring/flipping with bandwidth control for long-cable and complex environment adaptation (model dependent)
- Lens interface: Standard C-mount interface for easy integration with microscopy/industrial optical systems
- Construction: Aluminum alloy CNC housing with excellent heat dissipation and electromagnetic shielding performance, consistent appearance with UCMOS series (model dependent)
- Power supply: USB bus powered with simplified cabling, suitable for long-term continuous operation
- Software and ecosystem: includes ToupView/ToupLite; provides Windows/Linux/macOS/Android SDK (compatible with DirectShow/TWAIN)
- Typical applications: Brightfield, darkfield, low-light/fluorescence educational demonstration and documentation, material/biological routine observation, general experimental imaging
Product Details
| Key Parameters | |
| Model | UA130CA |
| Sensor | SC1235(C) |
| Effective Pixels / Resolution | 1.23M (1280×960) |
| Frame Rate (Full Resolution) | 25 fps@1280×960; 25 fps@1280×720 |
| Shutter Type | Rolling Shutter |
| Color Type | Color |
| Imaging Performance | |
| Pixel Size | 3.75 µm × 3.75 µm |
| Sensor Size | 4.80mm × 3.60mm |
| Diagonal | 1/3" (6.0mm) |
| Dynamic Range | 74 dB |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Sensitivity | 4.5 V/lux-sec |
| Interface & Mechanical | |
| Data Interface | USB2.0 |
| GPIO | TBD |
| Lens Mount | C-mount |
| Dimensions | TBD |
| Weight | 0.5~0.55Kg |
| Power Supply | USB powered |
| Environment & Certification | |
| Operating Temperature / Humidity | -10 °C ~ 50 °C / 30%~80%RH |
| Storage Temperature / Humidity | -20 °C ~ 60 °C / 10%~60%RH |
| Operating System | Windows/Linux/macOS/Android multi-platform SDK (native C/C++, C#/VB.NET, Python, Java, DirectShow, Twain, etc.) |
| Certification | CE, FCC |
Product Overview
UA130CA is a digital camera specifically designed for microscopy imaging applications, featuring a SC1235(C) high-performance image sensor with the following characteristics:
- Superior Imaging Quality: 1.23M (1280×960) resolution, 3.75 µm × 3.75 µm pixel size, sensor size of 4.80mm × 3.60mm , ensuring clear detail presentation
- Imaging Characteristics: Adopts Rolling Shutter design, supports Color imaging, suitable for brightfield, darkfield, phase contrast, fluorescence and other microscopy observation methods
- High-Speed Data Transmission: Features USB2.0 interface, maximum frame rate up to 25 fps@1280×960; 25 fps@1280×720 , supports real-time preview and rapid capture
- Color Reproduction: 8-bit color depth, dynamic range reaches 74 dB , faithfully reproducing sample colors
- Sensitivity Performance: Excellent low-light performance, sensitivity of 4.5 V/lux-sec , suitable for weak light sample observation
- Optical Adaptation: Standard C-mount interface, compatible with various brands of microscopes, equipped with 0.5×/0.63×/1× adapters optional
- Compact Design: Overall dimensions only TBD , weight 0.5~0.55Kg , power supply USB powered , no additional power source required
- Software Support: Includes professional microscopy imaging software ToupView, supports Windows/Linux/macOS/Android multi-platform SDK (native C/C++, C#/VB.NET, Python, Java, DirectShow, Twain, etc.) systems, provides measurement, annotation, stitching, focus stacking and other functions, supports C/C++, C#, Python, ImageJ, μManager and other development environments
Core Performance Indicators
Resolution
1.23M (1280×960)
Frame Rate
Up to 25 fps@1280×960; 25 fps@1280×720
Pixel Size
3.75 µm × 3.75 µm
Data Interface
USB2.0
Microscopy Imaging Features
Professional Microscopy Applications
Optimized for biomedical, materials science, and industrial inspection microscopy observation needs, supporting brightfield, darkfield, phase contrast, fluorescence and other observation methods
Excellent Color Reproduction
Precise color reproduction algorithms and white balance control ensure true and accurate sample colors, meeting professional needs such as pathological diagnosis
Measurement and Analysis Functions
Bundled software provides measurement tools for length, area, angles, supports annotation and statistical analysis, meeting quantitative analysis requirements
Image Processing Capabilities
Supports real-time image enhancement, focus stacking, image stitching and other advanced functions, improving observation effects and imaging quality
Recommendation
The UA130CA microscopy camera, with its excellent imaging quality, convenient operation experience, and professional software support, is the ideal choice for microscope digital upgrades. Whether for biomedical research, materials analysis, or industrial inspection, it provides clear, accurate, and reliable microscopic image recording and analysis solutions.
UA130CA Product Manual
PDF format, includes detailed technical specifications and dimensional drawings
SDK Development Kit
Supports Windows, Linux, macOS and other platforms
3D Model Files
STEP format, for mechanical design integration
Product Overview
Professional features of the UA series microscopy imaging cameras
The UA series cameras are ultra-high-performance A-Level USB 2.0 CMOS microscopy cameras (USB 2.0 Advanced CMOS cameras) designed by ToupTek Photonics. Featuring USB 2.0 data interface with built-in dedicated buffer chips, they significantly enhance data transmission stability and speed, ensuring reliable real-time imaging. The series covers a range from 1.3 to 16 megapixels, equipped with high-quality Aptina CMOS sensors and standard C-mount interfaces, suitable for a wide range of microscopy photography applications.
Core Features
Aptina High-Performance Sensor
High definition, excellent sensitivity, and outstanding low-noise performance
Dedicated Buffer High-Speed Transmission
Built-in dedicated buffer chip maximizes USB 2.0 transmission speed
Ultra-Fine Color Engine
Precisely reproduces true object colors, ensuring image color consistency
Cross-Platform SDK Support
Multi-platform, multi-language development interfaces for convenient system integration
Performance Parameter Highlights
Resolution Range
1.3M - 16M
Pixel optionsPixel Size
1.335 - 3.75 µm
Fine observation & high sensitivityExposure Range
0.2 - 2000 ms
Flexible exposure controlData Bit Depth
8 bit
Suitable for microscopy observationIn-depth Product Introduction
Aptina High-Performance CMOS Sensor Technology
Employs high-quality Aptina CMOS sensors that deliver exceptional imaging performance. The sensors feature high definition, excellent sensitivity, and outstanding low-noise performance, ensuring clear and detailed imaging. Advanced sensor architecture design enables the camera to capture high-quality images under various lighting conditions, making it particularly suitable for microscopy applications requiring precise detail observation.
Dedicated Buffer High-Speed Stable Transmission Technology
Features built-in dedicated buffer chips around the sensor, a unique design that maximizes USB 2.0 interface transmission speed while ensuring data stability. Even during high-resolution imaging, it maintains high data transmission stability, effectively preventing frame drops and data loss. High-resolution mode can achieve several to dozens of frames per second, with significantly improved frame rates in ROI cropping mode, fully meeting real-time dynamic imaging requirements.
Precise Ultra-Fine Color Engine
Equipped with proprietary Ultra-Fine color engine technology that uses advanced color processing algorithms to precisely reproduce true object colors, ensuring image color consistency and detail expression. Capable of accurately reproducing minute color differences, making imaging more scientifically valuable. Particularly suitable for professional applications requiring extremely high color accuracy, such as pathological diagnosis and material analysis.
Comprehensive Cross-Platform SDK Support
Includes free professional video and image processing software ToupView/ToupLite, providing a complete software suite. The SDK supports Windows/Linux/macOS/Android multi-platforms, offering rich development interfaces including C/C++, C#/VB.NET, Python, Java, DirectShow, and Twain. Supports rapid secondary development with fast and convenient system integration, excellent compatibility with both new and legacy CPU architecture computer systems, and simple installation and use.
Industrial-Grade Robust Structure Design
Features CNC aluminum alloy unibody design with excellent heat dissipation performance, ensuring temperature stability during long-term operation. The entire unit has no mechanical moving parts and operates vibration-free during long-term use, effectively ensuring camera imaging stability and durability. The robust metal housing provides excellent impact resistance and electromagnetic shielding performance, suitable for various harsh operating environments.
Applications
Application demonstrations of the UA series in various microscopy imaging fields
Core Advantages of UA Series
Dedicated Buffer Chip
Highly stable data transmission
Aptina Sensor
Low noise, high definition
Color Reproduction
Ultra-Fine color engine
Unibody Housing
CNC aluminum alloy design
Cross-Platform SDK
Multi-language development support
Wide Compatibility
Works with both new and legacy systems
Rich Model Range
1.3M - 16M pixels
Stable & Reliable
Vibration-free long-term operation