Bobcat+ 320 Series
Small, high performance InGaAs camera with GigE interface
The Bobcat+ 320 series is based on an in-house developed, temperature stabilised InGaAs detector with a 320 x 256 pixel resolution.
The Bobcat+ 320 cameras come with GigE Vision interface and offer high frame rates up to 400 Hz. The new and improved Bobcat+ 320 now comes with two gain modes (high gain and high dynamic range) and two read out modes (IWR or ITR). Moreover, a vSWIR version is also available.
The Bobcat+ 320 targets machine vision, safety and security, scientific research, and process monitoring.
Benefits & Features
• Flexible and easy-to-use
• GigE Vision interface
• Low dark current
• SWIR or vSWIR
• High frame rate of 400 Hz
• IWR or ITR read out
Mechanical Specifications
Bobcat+ 320 GigE 400 | Bobcat+ 320 GigE 400 vSWIR | |
Approximate dimensions - excluding lens [width x height x length] [mm] | 55 x 55 x 82 | 55 x 55 x 82 |
Weight [gr] - excluding lens | 334 | 334 |
Optical interface | C-mount or M42 | C-mount or M42 |
Connector GigE | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
Connector CameraLink | - | - |
Connector power | Hirose HR10-7R-SA[73] | Hirose HR10-7R-SA[73] |
Connector trigger | SMA | SMA |
Environmental & Power Specifications
Bobcat+ 320 GigE 400 | Bobcat+ 320 GigE 400 vSWIR | |
Operating case temperature [°C] | From -40 to +70; also available in temperature range 0 - 50 | From -40 to +70; also available in temperature range 0 - 50 |
Storage temperature [°C] | From -45 to +85 | From -45 to +85 |
Power consumption [W] | 4 [no TE cooler] | 4 [no TE cooler] |
Power supply voltage | DC 12 V | DC 12 V |
Shock | IEC60068-2-27 Ed4.0; half-sine; terminal saw tooth; 50 g [11 ms] | IEC60068-2-27 Ed4.0; half-sine; terminal saw tooth; 50 g [11 ms] |
Vibration | Random: IEC60068-2-64 Ed2.0; 4.3 g [20 - 1000 Hz]. Sine: IEC60068-2-6 Ed7.0; 1 g [10 - 2000 Hz] | Random: IEC60068-2-64 Ed2.0; 4.3 g [20 - 1000 Hz]. Sine: IEC60068-2-6 Ed7.0; 1 g [10 - 2000 Hz] |
IP rating | IP40 | IP40 |
Regulatory compliance | CE, RoHS | CE, RoHS |
Electro-Optical Specifications
Bobcat+ 320 GigE 400 | Bobcat+ 320 GigE 400 vSWIR | |
Image format [pixels] | 320 x 256 | 320 x 256 |
Pixel pitch [µm] | 20 | 20 |
Detector type | InGaAs photodiode array with CTIA ROIC | InGaAs photodiode array with CTIA ROIC |
Sensor temperature stabilization | TE cooler | TE cooler |
Integration type | Snapshot - global shutter | Snapshot - global shutter |
Active area and diagonal [mm] | 6.4 x 5.12 [diagonal 8.2] | 6.4 x 5.12 [diagonal 8.2] |
Optical fill factor | 100% | 100% |
Spectral range [nm] | 900 - 1700 | 500 - 1700 |
Quantum efficiency | ~80% [typical peak value] | ~80% [typical peak value] |
Gain modes | High Gain [HG] & High Dynamic Range mode [HDR] | High Gain [HG] & High Dynamic Range mode [HDR] |
Full well capacities [electrons] | 45k [HG] & 500k [HDR] | 45k [HG] & 500k [HDR] |
Read noise [electrons] | 120 [HG] & 500 [HDR] | 120 [HG] & 500 [HDR] |
Dark current [electrons/second] | <1E5 [at 288K sensor temp and 150mV reverse bias] | <2E5 [at 288K sensor temp and 150mV reverse bias] |
Read out mode | ITR and IWR | ITR and IWR |
Pixel operability | >99.5% | >99.5% |
Preconfigured exposure time range [ms] | 0.1 to 40 in HG; 0.1 to 20 in HDR | 0.1 to 40 in HG; 0.1 to 20 in HDR |
Max frame rate [Hz] [full frame] | 400 | 400 |
Region of interest | Yes | Yes |
Min region size [pixels] | 32 x 4 [step 16 x 4] | 32 x 4 [step 16 x 4] |
Max frame rate [Hz] [min region size] | >10000 | >10000 |
Analog-to-Digital [ADC] [bits] | 14 | 14 |
Command and control | GigE Vision | GigE Vision |
Digital output format | GigE Vision [16 bit] | GigE Vision [16 bit] |
Trigger | In or out via SMA [Configurable] | In or out via SMA [Configurable] |
Software
Lenses
Our cameras are compatible with a wide variety of lenses.
We do not manufacture our own lenses, but instead offer a variety of third-party lenses that can be purchased directly from us. We guarantee compatibility for any lenses purchased directly from Xenics.
Cables & Power Supplies
Cases
Xenics ships its infrared cameras all over the world in high-grade custom cases. As our infrared cameras have different sizes, we have several case-types in stock guaranteeing a tight fit. The cases are made of polypropylene which make them very sturdy. They are dustproof, watertight, stackable and can cope with temperatures between -40 °C and 80 °C. In addition they are equipped with an automatic air pressure compensation valve allowing us to ship the cameras all over the globe.
Most of our infrared cameras come with a standard hardshell case upon purchasing.
Filters
A filter can be fitted in the C-mount lens adapter of most Xenics cameras. The following Xenics SWIR cameras have a standard filter holder in the C-mount adapter (only one filter can be mounted and filter has to be 25.4 mm in diameter):
- Bobcat 320 and 640
- Cheetah 640 CL
- Xeva 320 (exceptions: Xeva 2.35)
- Lynx
In order to lock the filter in the c-mount adapter, the following filter retainer ring has to be ordered from Xenics, part number: MEC-000614
For a list of suitable filters, please directly contact the filter supplier, Spectrogon, for filter purchases. Please check camera and filter documentation for compatible wavelength ranges.
Part number | Description |
XEN-000732 | Bobcat+ 320 GigE 400 |
XEN-000738 | Bobcat+ 320 GigE vSWIR 400 |
Machine Vision
Safety & Security
Scientific & Advanced Research
Process Monitoring
Datasheets
Engineering files
The compressed file contains technical files pertaining to this product. Typically it contains the following:
- EASM (eDrawings Assembly) file for the camera.
- STEP (Standard for the Exchange of Product Data) file for the camera.
- Technical drawing for the camera.
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Bobcat+ 320 Series

Small, high performance InGaAs camera with GigE interface
The Bobcat+ 320 series is based on an in-house developed, temperature stabilised InGaAs detector with a 320 x 256 pixel resolution.
The Bobcat+ 320 cameras come with GigE Vision interface and offer high frame rates up to 400 Hz. The new and improved Bobcat+ 320 now comes with two gain modes (high gain and high dynamic range) and two read out modes (IWR or ITR). Moreover, a vSWIR version is also available.
The Bobcat+ 320 targets machine vision, safety and security, scientific research, and process monitoring.
Benefits & Features
• Flexible and easy-to-use
• GigE Vision interface
• Low dark current
• SWIR or vSWIR
• High frame rate of 400 Hz
• IWR or ITR read out

Mechanical Specifications
Bobcat+ 320 GigE 400 | Bobcat+ 320 GigE 400 vSWIR | |
Approximate dimensions - excluding lens [width x height x length] [mm] | 55 x 55 x 82 | 55 x 55 x 82 |
Weight [gr] - excluding lens | 334 | 334 |
Optical interface | C-mount or M42 | C-mount or M42 |
Connector GigE | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
Connector CameraLink | - | - |
Connector power | Hirose HR10-7R-SA[73] | Hirose HR10-7R-SA[73] |
Connector trigger | SMA | SMA |
Environmental & Power Specifications
Bobcat+ 320 GigE 400 | Bobcat+ 320 GigE 400 vSWIR | |
Operating case temperature [°C] | From -40 to +70; also available in temperature range 0 - 50 | From -40 to +70; also available in temperature range 0 - 50 |
Storage temperature [°C] | From -45 to +85 | From -45 to +85 |
Power consumption [W] | 4 [no TE cooler] | 4 [no TE cooler] |
Power supply voltage | DC 12 V | DC 12 V |
Shock | IEC60068-2-27 Ed4.0; half-sine; terminal saw tooth; 50 g [11 ms] | IEC60068-2-27 Ed4.0; half-sine; terminal saw tooth; 50 g [11 ms] |
Vibration | Random: IEC60068-2-64 Ed2.0; 4.3 g [20 - 1000 Hz]. Sine: IEC60068-2-6 Ed7.0; 1 g [10 - 2000 Hz] | Random: IEC60068-2-64 Ed2.0; 4.3 g [20 - 1000 Hz]. Sine: IEC60068-2-6 Ed7.0; 1 g [10 - 2000 Hz] |
IP rating | IP40 | IP40 |
Regulatory compliance | CE, RoHS | CE, RoHS |
Electro-Optical Specifications
Bobcat+ 320 GigE 400 | Bobcat+ 320 GigE 400 vSWIR | |
Image format [pixels] | 320 x 256 | 320 x 256 |
Pixel pitch [µm] | 20 | 20 |
Detector type | InGaAs photodiode array with CTIA ROIC | InGaAs photodiode array with CTIA ROIC |
Sensor temperature stabilization | TE cooler | TE cooler |
Integration type | Snapshot - global shutter | Snapshot - global shutter |
Active area and diagonal [mm] | 6.4 x 5.12 [diagonal 8.2] | 6.4 x 5.12 [diagonal 8.2] |
Optical fill factor | 100% | 100% |
Spectral range [nm] | 900 - 1700 | 500 - 1700 |
Quantum efficiency | ~80% [typical peak value] | ~80% [typical peak value] |
Gain modes | High Gain [HG] & High Dynamic Range mode [HDR] | High Gain [HG] & High Dynamic Range mode [HDR] |
Full well capacities [electrons] | 45k [HG] & 500k [HDR] | 45k [HG] & 500k [HDR] |
Read noise [electrons] | 120 [HG] & 500 [HDR] | 120 [HG] & 500 [HDR] |
Dark current [electrons/second] | <1E5 [at 288K sensor temp and 150mV reverse bias] | <2E5 [at 288K sensor temp and 150mV reverse bias] |
Read out mode | ITR and IWR | ITR and IWR |
Pixel operability | >99.5% | >99.5% |
Preconfigured exposure time range [ms] | 0.1 to 40 in HG; 0.1 to 20 in HDR | 0.1 to 40 in HG; 0.1 to 20 in HDR |
Max frame rate [Hz] [full frame] | 400 | 400 |
Region of interest | Yes | Yes |
Min region size [pixels] | 32 x 4 [step 16 x 4] | 32 x 4 [step 16 x 4] |
Max frame rate [Hz] [min region size] | >10000 | >10000 |
Analog-to-Digital [ADC] [bits] | 14 | 14 |
Command and control | GigE Vision | GigE Vision |
Digital output format | GigE Vision [16 bit] | GigE Vision [16 bit] |
Trigger | In or out via SMA [Configurable] | In or out via SMA [Configurable] |
Software
Lenses
Our cameras are compatible with a wide variety of lenses.
We do not manufacture our own lenses, but instead offer a variety of third-party lenses that can be purchased directly from us. We guarantee compatibility for any lenses purchased directly from Xenics.
Cables & Power Supplies
Cases
Xenics ships its infrared cameras all over the world in high-grade custom cases. As our infrared cameras have different sizes, we have several case-types in stock guaranteeing a tight fit. The cases are made of polypropylene which make them very sturdy. They are dustproof, watertight, stackable and can cope with temperatures between -40 °C and 80 °C. In addition they are equipped with an automatic air pressure compensation valve allowing us to ship the cameras all over the globe.
Most of our infrared cameras come with a standard hardshell case upon purchasing.
Filters
A filter can be fitted in the C-mount lens adapter of most Xenics cameras. The following Xenics SWIR cameras have a standard filter holder in the C-mount adapter (only one filter can be mounted and filter has to be 25.4 mm in diameter):
- Bobcat 320 and 640
- Cheetah 640 CL
- Xeva 320 (exceptions: Xeva 2.35)
- Lynx
In order to lock the filter in the c-mount adapter, the following filter retainer ring has to be ordered from Xenics, part number: MEC-000614
For a list of suitable filters, please directly contact the filter supplier, Spectrogon, for filter purchases. Please check camera and filter documentation for compatible wavelength ranges.
Part number | Description |
XEN-000732 | Bobcat+ 320 GigE 400 |
XEN-000738 | Bobcat+ 320 GigE vSWIR 400 |
Machine Vision
Safety & Security
Scientific & Advanced Research
Process Monitoring
Datasheets
Engineering files
The compressed file contains technical files pertaining to this product. Typically it contains the following:
- EASM (eDrawings Assembly) file for the camera.
- STEP (Standard for the Exchange of Product Data) file for the camera.
- Technical drawing for the camera.
Looking For More Details?
Fill up the form below and our customer support team will get be glad to assist you with your queries.