Schott A20800 DCR III 150W DC-Regulated Fiber Optic Light Source for Machine Vision

The Schott A20800 DCR III Fiber Optic Light Source is a precision-engineered, DC-regulated 150-watt halogen illuminator designed for advanced machine vision and industrial inspection applications. It delivers intense, flicker-free cold light essential for imaging systems requiring consistent illumination stability and spectral quality.

• DC-regulated halogen lamps (EKE, EJA, DDL) support precise light intensity control with ±0.5% stability against line voltage fluctuations, critical for accurate image acquisition and analysis in biotechnology and biomedical engineering workflows.
• Offers universal input voltage compatibility (90–265 VAC) for global laboratory deployment.
• Integrated IR interference filter minimizes heat transfer, ensuring cool illumination that protects sensitive optical components and biological samples during extended live-cell or fluorescence imaging.
• Equipped with soft-start "lamp saver" circuitry and current limiting to extend lamp life, enhancing reliability in continuous bioprocess monitoring and synthetic biology research setups.
• Features a solid-state dimmer enabling continuous output adjustment, facilitating customized lighting conditions for various microscopy and imaging protocols.
• Includes a built-in 9-pin connector supporting analog remote control or RS-232 serial interface (via accessory A20601), enabling seamless integration with automated imaging systems and data acquisition software often employed in molecular diagnostics and cell imaging laboratories.
• Compact housing with low surface temperature, quiet fan cooling, and a lamp change indicator LED ensures safe and convenient operation in cleanroom and clinical diagnostic environments.
• Certified CSA approved (UL spec), CE-compliant with low voltage and EMC directives, meeting international safety and electromagnetic compatibility standards essential for regulated biotechnology and medical device facilities.

This fiber optic illuminator is widely used in machine vision, biomedical imaging, and biotechnology research, providing stable, high-intensity lighting that is critical in live-cell imaging, fluorescence analysis, and biopharmaceutical production quality control. Its modular lamp options and remote controllability make it an essential light source for sophisticated molecular cloning workflows and synthetic biology platforms requiring reproducible optical conditions.