Lens and holder for TSL1401, TCS3200

anmb

I am a complete novice when it comes to optics and I am currently experimenting with both the TSL1401 and TCS3200 daughterboards.
My question:
Both the boards have a standard lens mount and integral lens,
are these off the shelf units?
if they are where can I purchase them easily(UK based)?
what are the part numbers/descriptions (if applicable) of these items?
many thanks
anmb

Phil Pilgrim (PhiPi)

anmb,

Welcome to the forum!

Both lenses are Chinese imports that have to be purchased in volume. I'm not familiar enough with the UK lens market to suggest a retail source. My recommendation would be to Google m12 board lens and see what comes up in your area. You can also try DealExtreme:

http://s.dealextreme.com/search/lens.html?category=1028

For the TSL1401, you will need a lens spec'd for 1/3" or larger sensors to avoid vignetting. For the TCS3200, the sensing area is so small that it won't matter.

-Phil

anmb

Thanks Phil
do you know of any 'idiots guide' to lens/optics for sensors?

Phil Pilgrim (PhiPi)

Try the links at the end of the TSL1401-DB docs. If it's not here, come back here, and I'll try to find something else.

-Phil