The M12 lens is named after its thread interface diameter of 12 mm. It is an industrial-grade small lens. The M12 lens with low distortion design, although small in size, plays a vital role in the field of precision imaging due to its low distortion and accurate imaging, and influences the development of modern technology.
1.Core features of the M12 low distortion lens
(1)Miniaturized design. The M12 low distortion lens uses a standard threaded interface for small lenses. Its overall design is compact, with a small diameter and light weight, making it easy to install in narrow spaces and suitable for embedded devices.
(2)Low distortion imaging. The M12 low distortion lens optimizes the geometric arrangement of the lens group and uses high-precision aspherical optical elements to reduce light bending and aberration, maintaining relatively linear imaging performance within the spectral range, making the image more realistic.
(3)High compatibility. M12 low distortion lenses usually support sensors of different specifications ranging from 1/4 inch to 1 inch, are adaptable to a variety of imaging modules, and can be adapted to mainstream industrial cameras. They also support higher resolutions, providing clear optical performance for modern high-resolution image sensors.
(4)Strong environmental adaptability. M12 low distortion lenses are generally resistant to high and low temperatures, vibration, and moisture, making them suitable for industrial cameras, automotive cameras, and outdoor scenes.
Core features of the M12 low distortion lens
2.Core applications of M12 low distortion lenses
The M12 low distortion lens has superior performance and is widely used in a variety of fields, including but not limited to industry, scientific research, and consumption.
(1)Industrial automation and machine vision
The M12 low distortion lens is the “eye” of the industrial production line and becomes the core of quality control on the automated production line. For example, it can be used for electronic component inspection, identifying chip solder joint diameters (with an accuracy of ±5 microns) to prevent solder joint defects. It can also be used for barcode scanning, capturing QR codes on distorted surfaces at high speed (with a decoding rate >99.9%). It can also be used for precise dimensional measurement, measuring the width of mobile phone screen bezels (with an error of <0.01mm).
(2)Security monitoring and intelligent identification
M12 low distortion lenses are often used in security surveillance. From facial recognition to behavioral analysis, clear, distortion-free images are key to their application. For example, in facial recognition systems, low distortion ensures accurate facial proportions and improves recognition rates. In license plate recognition, it can capture distorted license plates even when vehicles are passing at high speeds.
M12 low distortion lenses are often used in security surveillance
(3)Drones and action cameras
M12 low distortion lenses are also commonly used in devices such as drones and action cameras that require ultra-wide angles and low distortion, providing high-quality images. For example, in drone mapping, the M12 low distortion lens ensures precise alignment of features when stitching aerial images.
(4)Robot collaboration
Equipped with an M12 low distortion lens, the robot can better perceive space, relying on visual positioning to accurately identify the location of objects and avoid collisions with the robotic arm. For example, obstacle avoidance and navigation require real-time mapping of the environment. Using a lens with excessive distortion can lead to path planning errors, making the M12 low distortion lens ideally suited.
M12 low distortion lenses are often used in collaborative robots
(5)Medical imaging and testing
M12 low distortion lenses are also widely used in medical imaging, mainly in endoscopes and microscopes. For example, when observing blood vessel walls through an endoscope, the precise imaging provided by the M12 low distortion lens can prevent image distortion that could mislead the surgical path. When analyzing pathological sections, the M12 low distortion lens can capture cell structures in high definition, aiding in diagnosis.
(6)Automotive vision system
Automotive vision systems have high requirements for distortion, as any distortion can lead to misjudgment. Using low distortion lenses in automotive systems helps reduce image distortion and improve the system’s ability to identify lanes and obstacles. Therefore, M12 low distortion lenses are commonly used in automotive ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), including reversing cameras, panoramic bird’s-eye view cameras, and dashcams.
M12 low distortion lenses are often used in automotive vision systems
(7)Consumer electronics
M12 low distortion lenses are also widely used in consumer electronics devices such as mobile phones and AR glasses. For example, in smart homes, M12 low distortion lenses are commonly found in devices such as smart doorbells and pet cameras. In AR glasses and other devices, M12 low distortion lenses are primarily used to reduce visual distortion and enhance immersion.
In summary, the M12 low distortion lens, with its compact design, high resolution, and high-precision imaging, has become a key component in various imaging systems and is widely used in fields requiring stringent image quality. As technology advances, we believe the M12 low distortion lens will continue to develop towards higher performance and lower costs, providing solutions to a wider range of market needs.
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Post time: Nov-07-2025
