8mm Low Distortion M12 Lens for 8MP 1/1.7" Sensors Such as IMX334 and AR0822
Low Distortion 7.8mm M12 Lens
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Lens Features
Low Distortion
A high quality low distortion image is great for computer vision
All Glass All-Metal
Good thermal stability with all-glass all-metal construction.
Optical and Mechanical Specification Table
| Lens Parameter | Performance Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | CIL078 |
| EFL | 7.8 |
| F# | 2.0 |
| Resolution | 8MP+ |
| Field of View | 60° @ 8.8mm image circle — Calculate FoV for your sensor |
| Image Circle | 9.2mm+ |
| Distortion | -1.1% TV @8.8mm |
| Weight | 10.44g |
| IR Cut-Off Filter | P/N With: CIL078-F2.0-M12A650; P/N Without: CIL078-F2.0-M12ANI |
| Construction | 9G+IRC with Aluminum Barrel |
Mechanical Variants
| Variant | Description |
|---|---|
| M12A | No Ingress Protection, BBAR on Lens 1 Surface 1, AL6061 Cap+Barrel |
| M12B | IP67, BBAR on Lens 1 Surface 1, AL6061 Cap+Barrel |
Mechanical Layout
Camera Mechanical Compatibility Table*
| Camera/Mount | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| e-con Systems / Standard S-Mount | 8mm-15mm tall holder |
| Allied Vision Alvium S-Mount | Yes |
| FLIR Blackfly S Board | Yes |
| iDS uEye LE | Rev1.1: Yes, Rev1.2: Yes |
| The Imaging Source M12 | Yes |
| Basler Dart S-Mount | Yes |
*Mechanical compatibility only, assuming the standard M12x0.5 lens mount provided by the camera manufacturer. Please check optical compatibility separately.
Frequently asked questions
What sensors work with the CIL078 8mm M12 lens?
The CIL078 works with 1/1.7 inch and 1/1.8 inch sensors, including the Sony IMX334, ON Semiconductor AR0822, and Sony IMX226. Its 9.2mm image circle covers those formats with margin.
How much distortion does the CIL078 8mm S-mount lens have?
The CIL078 has -1.1% TV distortion measured at the 8.8mm image circle. That is low enough for barcode scanning, OCR, and dimensional measurement without software distortion correction in many systems.
Can the CIL078 be used for barcode reading and machine vision inspection?
Yes. The combination of low distortion, all-glass construction, and 8MP resolution makes it a solid choice for barcode reading, optical character recognition, dimensional measurement, and automated optical inspection in factory automation.
What is the difference between M12A and M12B (IP67) variants?
M12A is the standard variant. M12B adds IP67 sealing with a weatherproof barrel for outdoor, washdown, or humid environments. Both use the same optical design and accept optional 650nm IR cut filters.
Does the CIL078 8mm M12 lens ship from the United States?
Yes. Commonlands ships all in-stock lenses same day from San Diego, California for orders placed before 12 PM PST.
Are .STP files and mechanical drawings available for the CIL078?
Yes. Mechanical drawings are on the product page. Contact engineering@commonlands.com for .STP 3D model files for CAD integration.
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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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