MKS Inc. has introduced the Ophir® SupIR-X 15-300mm f/4 Mid-Wave Infrared (MWIR) Continuous Zoom Lens at the ADEX Seoul event.
This advanced optical solution is specifically tailored for 10 μm SXGA (1280 x 1024 pixels) detectors and is designed to enhance intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions on air, land, and sea, offering improved clarity, precision, and operational range.
Enhanced MWIR Image Quality
The SupIR-X 15-300mm f/4 lens, stemming from a robust lineage and crafted for contemporary ISR requirements, leverages the thermal imaging potential of 10 μm SXGA detectors. Key attributes include high-performance MWIR imagery with minimal distortion, stability in line-of-sight (LOS), and consistent boresight retention.
The lens integrates with the Ophir extender ecosystem, reaching up to 1200 mm focal length, extending the detection range beyond 26 km for vehicle targets without altering its f/4 aperture. Additionally, it features a mechanical shutter that maintains image quality in fast-changing conditions.
Overcoming ISR Mission Challenges
Dr. Kobi Lasri, General Manager of Ophir Optics, stated that "Optical precision and reach have long been a challenge for ISR missions. The SupIR-X 15-300mm f/4 lens represents a generational leap in MWIR zoom technology."
Designed specifically for SXGA 10 μm detectors, it integrates with Ophir's long-range extender suite to enhance ISR electro-optics with required clarity, resolution, and range for modern missions.
Technical Specifications
The lens also includes an integrated shutter for mechanical NUC, and its extended BFL simplifies system integration
Optimized for 10 μm SXGA MWIR detectors in the spectral bands of 3.6-4.2 μm and 3.6-4.9 μm, the SupIR-X lens offers a horizontal field of view (FOV) ranging from 45° (wide) to 2.4° (narrow), maintaining high spatial resolution and low distortion throughout the image. It achieves a high transmission rate of 92% and features a high-speed motorized focus (less than 1 second) and fast zooming (up to 8 seconds).
The lens also includes an integrated shutter for mechanical non-uniformity correction (NUC), and its extended back focal length (BFL) simplifies system integration.
Compatible with 19.4 mm and 20.5 mm cold shield height detectors, the lens supports a variety of pioneering MWIR sensors. Compact and sturdy, it measures Ø93.4×132 mm, weighs about 1 kg, and operates between –32 °C to +80 °C with IP67 front element sealing.
Focal Length Versatility and Configurations
The Ophir optical extender ecosystem compatibility allows the new lens's focal length to expand from 30 mm up to 1200 mm.
Configuration options include 30-600 mm, 35-690 mm, 45-900 mm, and 60-1200 mm, which facilitates vehicle detection over distances exceeding 26 km under standard operating conditions.
Durable and Mission-Ready
Offered in configurations with durable and hard carbon coatings, the SupIR-X lens is built to withstand extreme conditions.
It includes features such as motorized focus and zoom, rapid response times, and robust mechanics, making it suitable for border and homeland security, long-range ISR, counter-UAS operations, critical infrastructure protection, coastal and maritime surveillance, law enforcement, and civil defense missions.
Availability
The SupIR-X 15–300mm f/4 MWIR zoom lens is currently available, with OEM pricing provided on request.
MKS Inc., a global provider of enabling technologies that transform the world, has announced the Ophir® SupIR-X 15-300mm f/4 Mid-Wave Infrared (MWIR) Continuous Zoom Lens at ADEX Seoul.
Purpose-built for 10 µm SXGA (1280 x 1024 pixels) detectors, this next-generation optical solution delivers unmatched clarity, precision, and operational reach for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions across air, land, and sea.
MWIR imagery with low distortion
The SupIR-X lens delivers high-performance MWIR imagery with low distortion
Built on a proven legacy and engineered for modern ISR needs, the SupIR-X 15-300mm f/4 lens fully unlocks the thermal imaging performance of 10 µm SXGA detectors. The SupIR-X lens delivers high-performance MWIR imagery with low distortion, line-of-sight (LOS) stability, and boresight retention.
The lens is fully compatible with the Ophir extender ecosystem, scaling up to 1200 mm focal length, extending detection ranges beyond 26 km for vehicle targets while maintaining a constant f/4 aperture. An integrated mechanical shutter also ensures consistent image quality in dynamic environments.
Challenge for ISR missions
"Optical precision and reach have long been a challenge for ISR missions," said Dr. Kobi Lasri, General Manager of Ophir Optics, adding "The SupIR-X 15-300mm f/4 lens represents a generational leap in MWIR zoom technology."
He continues, "Designed specifically for SXGA 10 µm detectors and integrated with the Ophir long-range extender suite, it empowers ISR electro-optics systems with the clarity, resolution, and range required for today’s evolving missions."
Specifications
The SupIR-X 15–300mm f/4 lens, optimized for 10 µm SXGA MWIR detectors in the 3.6-4.2 µm and 3.6-4.9 µm spectral bands, delivers a horizontal field of view (FOV) from 45° (wide FOV) down to 2.4° (Narrow FOV) with high spatial resolution and low distortion across the full image. It provides high transmission of 92% (high durability) and features high-speed motorized focus (<1 sec) and fast zooming (≤8 sec).
An integrated shutter supports mechanical non-uniformity correction (NUC), while an extended back focal length (BFL) eases system integration. The SupIR-X lens is fully compatible with 19.4 mm and 20.5 mm cold shield height detectors supporting a wide range of pioneering MWIR sensors. Rugged yet compact, it measures Ø93.4×132 mm, weighs approximately 1 kg, and withstands –32 °C to +80 °C operating conditions with IP67 front element sealing.
The new lens is compatible with the Ophir optical extender ecosystem
The new lens is compatible with the Ophir optical extender ecosystem, allowing focal lengths to scale from 30 mm up to 1200 mm. Available configurations include: 30-600 mm, 35-690 mm, 45-900 mm, and 60-1200 mm, enabling vehicle detection ranges of more than 26 km under standard operational conditions.
Mission-ready versatility
Available in high durability and hard carbon coating configurations, the SupIR-X lens is engineered for the harshest environments.
With motorized focus and zoom, rapid response, and ruggedized mechanics, it is mission-ready for border and homeland security, long-range ISR, counter-UAS operations, critical infrastructure protection, coastal and maritime surveillance, law enforcement, and civil defense.
Availability
The SupIR-X 15–300mm f/4 MWIR zoom lens is available now. OEM pricing is available on request.
