COOLED · MWIR · HD+ RESOLUTION

Neutrino Performance Series

QX and SX12: the highest-resolution MWIR modules in the line, for integrators bringing their own optics.

The Performance Series tops the Neutrino range: the QX delivers 2048×1536 (QXGA) resolution and the SX12 delivers 1280×1024 (SXGA), both with frame rates to 120 Hz. Built for ground and airborne ISR, targeting, counter-UAS, and Wide Area Motion Imagery, with industry-standard interfaces.

Resolution: 2048×1536 / 1280×1024
Band: MWIR 3.4–5.0 µm
Sensitivity (NEdT): ≤25 mK SX12 / ≤30 mK QX
Frame rate: Up to 120 Hz (720p)

Neutrino Performance Series thermal camera core

UNIT · NEUTRINO-PERFORMANCE

Overview

The Performance Series exists for programs where pixels win: a small instantaneous field of view at long standoff distances while keeping a wide field of view. Both modules use InSb detectors (T2SL option), snapshot-capable direct-injection ROICs, and Camera Link Medium output with RS-422 control, wrapped in the same 1.97 kg package family.

These are bare modules with configurable cold-shield options; integrators supply optics. For a factory-integrated long-range zoom built on the SX12, see the Neutrino SX12 ISR 1200 on the Ground ISR page. QX for maximum pixels on target (WAMI, wide-area), SX12 for speed and sensitivity (fast targeting, tracking).

Key Features

Highest-resolution MWIR in the Neutrino line
Bare module — bring your own optics
Camera Link Medium + RS-422, robust SDK
Commercially developed, military qualified

Typical Applications

Airborne ISRWide area motion imageryTargetingCounter-UASGround ISR

SpecificationsMWIR

Detector

Detector type: InSb (T2SL option)
Spectral band: MWIR, 3.4–5.0 µm
Resolution: 2048×1536 (QX) / 1280×1024 (SX12)
Radiometry: Not available
Operability: >99.5%
Time-to-image: <7 min @ 22°C
Integration time: Programmable, 0.01–16 ms

Optics & System

Optical interface: Coldshield: f/2 baseline (QX) / f/4 customizable (SX12)
Output: Camera Link Medium; RS-422 control, selectable baud
Sync modes: Free run; external, readout or integration priority
Image correction: 2-point + bad pixel replacement; SDK/GUI configurable

Physical & Power

Weight: 1.97 kg
Input voltage: 5 VDC camera, 28 VDC cryocooler
Power consumption: <20 W steady state
Connector: 40-pin Samtec

Environmental

Operating temp: -40°C to +71°C
Non-operating temp: -54°C to +80°C
Altitude: 12 km
Vibration / shock: 3.4 grms 3-axis / 20 g, 11 ms half-sine

Compliance & Export

NDAA / ITAR: NDAA compliant · ITAR free

Representative specifications — multiple resolutions, lenses, and interface configurations are available. Request the full datasheet for your application.

QX vs SX12

Both share an InSb detector (T2SL option) and the 1.97 kg package family.

	Neutrino QX	Neutrino SX12
Resolution	2048 × 1536 (QXGA)	1280 × 1024 (SXGA)
Pixel pitch	10 µm	12 µm
Frame rate	60 Hz (1080p), >30 Hz (QXGA)	120 Hz (720p), >60 Hz (SXGA)
Sensitivity (NEdT)	≤30 mK (f/4, 50% well)	≤25 mK (f/4, 50% well)
Well capacity	3 × 10⁶ electrons	>11 × 10⁶ electrons
Coldshield	f/2 baseline	f/4 nominal, customizable
Size	13.4 × 7.0 × 10.3 cm	12.0 × 7.0 × 10.3 cm