All-Weather SWIR Monocular
The Cyclops AWX SWIR monocular is a ruggedized tactical laser spotter that has been fielded to special forces around the world. The flexible platform allows users to choose between a SWIR monocular, SWIR monocular with a PRF decoder or SWIR monocular with a 1550 illuminator.
Battle-tested and customizable for large orders, the Cyclops AWX is based on the 640×512 Raptor InGaAs camera. The laser spotting capabilities allow spotting during daylight hours with no filter. The optional PRF decoder allows tracking up to 3 laser marker/designator codes at one time.
The unit is powered by lithium batteries or can be connected via hot shoe. This compact solution can be tailored by the user for optimal performance.

- SWIR technology | Enables imaging from 0.9μm to 1.7μm
- 15µm x 15µm pixel pitch | Enables the highest resolution SWIR image
- Ultra high intrascene dynamic range | Enables simultaneous capture of bright & dark portions of a scene
- Onboard automated gain control (AGC) | Enables clear video in all light conditions
- Ultra compact, low power | Ideal for hand-held, mobile or airborne systems
Sensor Type | InGaAs PIN-Photodiode |
Active Pixel | 640 x 512 |
Pixel Pitch | 15μm x 15μm |
Active Area | 9.6mm x 7.68mm |
Spectral Response | 0.9μm to 1.7μm |
Readout Noise (RMS) | LG: 174 Electrons (Typical), HG: 38 Electrons (Typical) |
Quantum Efficiency | >80% @ 1.55μm |
Noise (RMS) | <195 Electrons Low Gain (176 Electrons Typical), <50 Electrons High Gain (39 Electrons Typical) |
Quantum Efficiency | > 70% From 1μm To 1.6μm |
Pixel Well Depth | Low Gain: 1.4Me-, High Gain: 43Ke |
Pixel Operability | >99.5% |
Digital Output Format | 14 Bit CameraLink (Base Configuration) |
Exposure Time | 1µs to 1 / Frame Rate |
Shutter Mode | Global Shutter |
Frame Rate | Up to 120Hz Programmable, 25ns Resolution |
Optical Interface | C Mount |
Trigger Interface | Trigger IN and OUT - TTL Compatible |
Power Supply | 12V DC ±10% |
TE Cooling | Active |
Image Correction | 3 Point NUC (Offset, Gain & Dark Current) + Pixel Correction |
Functions Controlled by Serial Communication | Exposure, Intelligent AGC, Non-Uniformity Correction, Gamma, Pk/Av, TEC, ROI |
Camera Power Consumption | < 3.5W (TEC OFF, NUC ON) <4W (TEC ON In Ambient, NUC ON) |
Operating Case Temperature | 20˚C to +55˚C |
Storage Temperature | -30˚C to +60˚C |