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Preparing Cameras without Sensor Cover Glass
Alvium, Manta, Prosilica GT
V3.0.1
2022-Sep-27
1. Terms used in this document
2. Scope
RCG and TCG cameras must be handled with utmost care to avoid damage to the image sensor. Follow the
instructions in this document to properly prepare RCG or TCG cameras for operation.
3. Safety notes
3.1. Electrostatic discharge (ESD)
Electrostatic charge builds up in the body when walking on carpeted floor. This can discharge when
touching metal objects like a door handle. Such ESD can damage electronic devices, especially when tools
or hands get in contact with connectors. We recommend measures to avoid damage by ESD:
• Unpacking: Remove the camera from its anti-static packaging only when your body is grounded.
• Workplace: Use a static-safe workplace with static-dissipative mat and air ionization.
• Wrist strap: Wear a static-dissipative wrist strap to ground your body.
• Clothing: Wear ESD-protective clothing. Keep components away from your body and clothing. Even if
you are wearing a wrist strap, your body is grounded but your clothes are not.
3.2. Sensor damage
Follow the instructions thoroughly to avoid damage to sensor and camera. Work in a dust-free environment
(class 100 or better) with humidity according to ESD requirements.
Term
Description
Circular protection foil
Adhesive tape to protect the lens mount against dirt
Cover glass
Glass layer on top of the sensor surface, removed for RCG and TCG cameras
lbf-in
Inch-Pounds, unit for maximum torque, based on the British imperial units system
(1 lbf-in = 0.113 Nm)
Nm
Newton meter, unit for maximum torque; based on the metrical system (1 Nm = 8.85 lbf-in)
PCB
Printed circuit board
PCBA
Printed circuit board assembly as a set of multiple PCBs
Extended Format housing
Extended-sized housing, such as for Prosilica GT1910, GT1660, and GT2300
Large Format housing
Large-sized housing, such as for Prosilica GT4905, GT4907, and GT6600
Protection glass
Clear “filter” in the camera mount assembly
RCG
Removed Cover Glass sensor option
TCG
Taped Cover Glass sensor option
