12mm C-Mount lens for Machine Vision Cameras | 12MP 1/1.7" such as IMX226

12mm C-Mount Lens 1/1.7" 12MP+

The CIL563 is a 12mm C-Mount lens for up to 1/1.7" 12MP sensors such as the IMX226. The lens is ideal for industrial machine vision applications and has an adjustable aperture.

$149.00

18pcs CIL563-F2.4-CMANIR (F/2.4 / Without Filter / C-Mount A) in stock in the US

In stock. Orders before 12 PM PT ship same day

Optical and Mechanical Specification Table

Lens Parameter Performance Detail
Part NumberCIL563
EFL12.0
F# 2.4
ResolutionNominal lens rating: 10MP, 2um
Field of View41.6° to 45.9° @ 9.3mm image circle. Calculate FoV for your sensor
Image Circle9.6mm
Distortion-2.0%
Weight57g
IR Cut-Off FilterM27x0.5
ConstructionAll Glass, Metal
Chief Ray Angle9°

Mechanical Layout

Same Day Ship by 12 PM PT
US-Based Optical Engineering Support
25,000+ Stock in California
100% MTF Tested

Frequently asked questions

What sensors does the CIL563 12mm C-mount lens support?

The CIL563 is listed for 1/1.7 inch sensors up to 12MP, including the Sony IMX226. The focal length is 12mm and the aperture is F/2.4. The nominal lens rating is 10MP at 2µm pixel pitch.

What is the field of view of the CIL563?

The CIL563 covers 46° at its 9.3mm image circle. Use the Commonlands field of view calculator to find the angle for your specific sensor.

Is the CIL563 an M12 lens?

No. The CIL563 is a C-mount lens. Use it with cameras that support the 1 inch-32 C-mount thread and the standard 17.526mm flange distance.

How much distortion does the CIL563 have?

Distortion is about -2%, which is low for a 12mm lens. Calibrate the image if your system measures parts to tight tolerance.

Does the CIL563 include an IR cut filter?

No. The listed part number is the ANIR version, which means without filter.

Does the CIL563 ship same day from the US?

Yes. In-stock orders placed before 12 PM PST ship same day from the Commonlands San Diego warehouse.

The CIL563 is a 12mm C-mount lens for 1/1.7-inch sensors up to 12MP, including the Sony IMX226. The F/2.4 aperture and adjustable iris let you control depth of field and exposure on industrial machine vision cameras that run at fixed frame rates.

This is a C-mount lens, not an M12/S-mount lens. Confirm the camera uses the 1"-32 C-mount thread and the standard 17.526mm flange distance before you order. The lens resolves a 9.3mm image circle and holds a 46° field of view at that image circle, so it covers the full 1/1.7-inch active area without vignetting.

The listed part number is CIL563-F2.4-CMANIR, F/2.4, without filter, C-Mount A. Distortion is about -2%, low enough for most inspection work but still worth calibrating if the system measures parts to tight tolerance. The optical block is all glass in a metal barrel and the unit weighs 57g.

Pick the CIL563 when you need a 12mm focal length on a 12MP 1/1.7-inch C-mount camera with a nominal lens rating of 10MP at 2µm pixel pitch. In-stock orders placed before 12 PM PST ship the same day from San Diego.

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About Commonlands

Commonlands LLC designs and manufactures precision M12, C-mount, and M8 lenses for machine vision, robotics, and embedded camera systems. Based in San Diego, California, we stock inventory for same-day shipping and provide direct access to US-based optical engineers. Whether you need a single prototype lens or production volumes of 25,000+, our team supports the full lifecycle from optical design consultation through volume fulfillment.

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