Arducam LN078 8.5mm F3.0 M12 Lens for OS08A10/OS08A20

The LN078 is specifically designed for large-format 1/1.8" image sensors, most notably the OS08A10 and OS08A20. Its ~9.0mm image circle fully covers the sensor's active area, ensuring edge-to-edge sharpness. It is also suitable for other sensors with a similar or smaller optical format, provided they use a standard M12 mount. Always verify your sensor's thread size and flange focal distance for compatibility.

To install, align the lens's M12 x P0.5 male threads with the female threads on your camera module's lens holder. Hand-tighten the lens clockwise until it is snug; avoid over-tightening with tools to prevent cross-threading. Use the included M12 adapter if needed for specific board layouts. After mounting, you may need to adjust the focus by rotating the lens barrel while viewing a test pattern at the desired working distance.

The built-in 650nm long-pass IR filter blocks near-infrared light (wavelengths longer than 650nm) while allowing visible light to pass. This enhances color accuracy and reduces IR contamination in standard RGB imaging, which is crucial for applications like color-based object recognition, surveillance, and accurate scene reproduction. For IR-sensitive applications, you would need a lens without this filter or with a removable IR cut filter.

Yes, this lens can be used with any camera system that utilizes a compatible M12 mount and a 1/1.8" or smaller sensor. For Raspberry Pi, you would need a camera board like an Arducam adapter that supports M12 lenses and a sensor like the OS08A10. For Arduino or other microcontroller platforms, it pairs with serial or USB camera modules featuring an M12 interface. Ensure your host system can process the high-resolution 8MP+ image data stream.