{"id":19921,"date":"2026-10-16T13:45:32","date_gmt":"2026-10-16T11:45:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/?post_type=product&p=19921"},"modified":"2026-10-28T13:45:12","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T12:45:12","slug":"touptek-ae676m","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/product\/touptek-ae676m\/","title":{"rendered":"ToupTek AE676M: IMX676 monochrome camera and kits with filter wheel"},"content":{"rendered":"

The ToupTek AE676M is a versatile monochrome astronomical camera equipped with the Sony IMX676 sensor. Its square format and lack of a Bayer filter array make it suitable for lunar and planetary imaging, as well as deep-sky imaging using filters. This product page allows you to choose either the camera alone or a kit that includes the camera and the AFW-mini wheel and, depending on the configuration, filters.<\/p>\n

The 1\/1.6-inch monochrome sensor offers extended sensitivity, particularly in the near-infrared. ToupTek reports a relative response greater than 95 % between 600 and 750 nm and a response of 80 to 88 % between 800 and 850 nm. The anti-reflective protective window is specified for the 400 to 1100 nm range. The filter used must therefore be selected based on the desired type of acquisition.<\/p>\n

The cooling system includes a removable magnetic rear fan module. Without the fan, the manufacturer states that the system can maintain a temperature up to 5 \u00b0C below ambient with a stability of \u00b10.1 \u00b0C. With the fan installed, the temperature can be lowered by up to 20 \u00b0C below ambient. These results are specified for long-term operation at an ambient temperature of 25 \u00b0C and with adequate ventilation; actual performance varies depending on the environment.<\/p>\n

The electronics include a native 12-bit converter and a 512 MB DDR3 buffer. The HCG, LCG, and HDR modes are used to adjust the trade-off between noise and dynamic range. HDR mode provides 16-bit output, which is distinct from native conversion. The region-of-interest feature allows for high frame rates at reduced resolution; the advertised maximum of 993 frames per second applies to 8-bit operation within a reduced area.<\/p>\n

Four configurations are available: camera only; camera with AFW-mini 5 \u00d7 1.25-inch; set with 1.25-inch LRGB filters; set with 1.25-inch LRGBSHO filters. The filters and filter wheel are included only in the corresponding configuration. The filter wheel has five slots: the LRGBSHO pack does not mean that all of its filters can be installed simultaneously. The loaded set must be tailored to the session.<\/p>\n

The AFW-mini wheel is designed for lightweight systems and allows for motorized filter selection without having to repeatedly disassemble the optical train. For the camera, ToupTek specifies a USB-C connection for data and power, as well as control via StellaVita, ToupSky, and the ASCOM, INDI, or DirectShow environments. Software compatibility depends on the drivers and the computer\u2019s configuration.<\/p>\n

Technical specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Sensor<\/th>\nSony IMX676 monochrome<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Format<\/th>\n1\/1.6 inch, square<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Native ADC<\/th>\n12 bits<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HDR Output<\/th>\n16 bits<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tampon<\/th>\n512 MB DDR3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pack Wheel<\/th>\nAFW-mini, 5 1.25-inch filters<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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