Andor Technology announces the launch its latest Emcal version, a unique and patented software method of EM gain self-recalibration for its pioneering iXonEM+ range of cameras
Even after exercising due care during usage, the EM gain of back-illuminated EMCCDs (by any manufacturer) will deplete over time, the rate dependent on extent of gain applied and on typical signal intensity incident on the detector.
Andor's Emcal v2.0 self-recalibration process, downloadable direct from Andor's website, is very easily initiated by the user.
At the touch of a button, a routine is triggered that measures EM gain and uses the iXonEM+ in-built temperature compensated linear gain scales to reset the EM gain calibration (if required), to deliver the true values requested on the software scale.
Emcal markedly enhances the day-to-day quantitative reliability of the technology, and circumvents the need to return back-illuminated EMCCD cameras to the factory for recalibration.
Colin Coates, market development manager at Andor, said: "The fact that the Emcal calibration check is an on-site process, requires little effort and can be applied regularly, means that users of Andor's back-illuminated EMCCDs will not have to feel restricted by the EM gain ageing phenomenon.
"Emcal offers great peace of mind to multi-user imaging facilities and laboratories in particular."
