Specim FX50 (2.7-5.3 µm)

Specim FX50 MWIR hyperspectral camera front view with no objective lens

High-Speed, Accurate and Robust MWIR Hyperspectral Camera for Industrial Environments

Discover the Specim FX50 – the only hyperspectral camera on the market that spans the complete MWIR spectral range of 2.7 - 5.3 µm, perfectly designed for precise black plastics identification and sorting. Operating in the MWIR region, it is a powerful tool beyond black plastics classification, including hydrocarbon analysis, mineral analysis, and contamination detection on metal surfaces.

Key Features:

Spectral range of 2.7-5.3 µm
High spatial resolution of 640 pixels
1300:1 Signal to Noise Ratio for accurate classification
High image speed of 377 full FPS
Temperature stabilized optics
Built-in image correction and unified spectral calibration between units
GigE Vision standard interface
CE and RoHS certification

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Specim FX50 camera beside spectrum of different types of black plastics identified with FX50 and side by side RGB and hyperspectral image of pieces of black plastic

Breakthrough Solution for Black Plastic Sorting

Black plastics are found everywhere, from vehicles to electronics and packaging, and are notoriously difficult to identify and sort for recycling. Hyperspectral imaging, specifically in the MWIR spectral range, is the only technology capable of accurately identifying and sorting different types of black plastics. The Specim FX50 is the only hyperspectral camera on the market that covers the full mid-wave infrared (MWIR) spectral range required for accurate and efficient black plastics sorting.

Up to 300 kg of plastic flakes per minute with nearly 99% accuracy

It can classify ABS, PP, PE, PC, PS and POM among others. It is an effective tool when working with larger samples down to small shredded materials, thanks to it's high spatial resolution. It enables quick and efficient plastics sorting of all samples at once, not requiring prior separation of colored and black plastics.

Check out our Waste Sorting & Recycling application page to learn more!

Specim FX50 Key Benefits:

Full MWIR Spectral Range: For detecting black plastics, hydrocarbons, minerals, oil and contamination on metal surfaces
High Frame Rate and SNR: Allowing accurate classification and high-speed imaging
Optimized Thermal Management: Maximizing sensor lifespan
Unified Spectral Calibration: Comparable and transferable data between units

Specim FX50 MWIR hyperspectral camera front facing image

Ideal Solution For:

Black Plastics Sorting
Geology and Mining
Metal Industry
Safety and Security

Technical Specifications

Specification	FX50
Spectral Range	2.7-5.3 µm
Spectral Resolution (FWHM)	35 nm
Spectral Sampling/Pixel	8.44 nm (without binning)
Spectral Bands	154 (with default binning 2x1)
Dynamic Range	2000:1 (1.5ms); 5000:1 (0.2ms)
Max SNR	1300:1 (1.5ms); 1800:1 (0.2ms)
Spatial Sampling	640 pixels
Bit Depth	16 bit
Max Frame Rate	377 Full FPS (with default binning)
Binning	1,2,4 spectral and spatial (default: 2 spectral x 1 spatial)
ROI	Freely selectable multiple regions of interest
Sensor Type	MCT
Sensor Cooling	Stirling
Optics Temperature	TEC-stabilized (default is 20°C)
Digital Data Output/Control Interface	GigE Vision, Custom Ethernet
Camera Control Protocols	GenICam, JSON-RPC
Dimensions (LxWxH)	280 x 202 x 161 mm
Weight	7.0 kg
Fore Lens Options	24 deg, 45 deg, 60 deg