Teledyne announces Xtium3 PCIe Gen4 frame grabber series for ultra-fast image acquisition

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Teledyne (NYSE: TDY) launched the Xtium3 PCIe Gen4 frame grabber series on December 2, 2025, starting with the Xtium3-CLHS PX8 for Camera Link HS over PCIe Gen4.

Key specs: 7 CLHS lanes at 10.3125 Gbps each (72.2 Gbps total), acquisition bandwidth 8.6 GB/s, and host transfer up to 13.2 GB/s via a PCIe Gen4 x8 slot. Features include >97% packet efficiency, 64/66-bit encoding, support for >30 m AOC cables, real-time forwarding to up to 12 computers, multi-plane HDR processing, and Sapera LT SDK compatibility.

Positive

• Host throughput up to 13.2 GB/s via PCIe Gen4 x8 slot
• Acquisition bandwidth of 8.6 GB/s with 7 CLHS lanes
• Real-time forwarding to up to 12 computers for distributed processing
• Software support with Sapera LT SDKs and third-party compatibility

Negative

• Initial Xtium3 model does not support CoaXPress (planned in a future model)
• Max performance requires a PCIe Gen4 x8 slot, limiting older-system compatibility

Insights

Machine vision product strategist

Teledyne releases the Xtium3 Gen4 frame grabber delivering multi‑GB/s sustained throughput for high‑performance industrial imaging.

Teledyne ships the Xtium3‑CLHS PX8, a single‑slot PCIe Gen4 frame grabber that ingests up to seven CLHS lanes (10.3125 Gbps each, 72.2 Gbps total) and supports acquisition bandwidths of 8.6 GB/s with host transfer up to 13.2 GB/s. The product emphasizes sustained throughput to host memory, distributed real‑time forwarding to up to 12 hosts, long cable lengths via 7‑lane AOC, and compatibility with Teledyne Sapera LT SDKs and third‑party software, enabling integration with Teledyne Linea HS2 16K cameras and a future CoaXPress model.

The technical strengths lie in sustained PCIe Gen4 architecture and CLHS X‑protocol efficiency (97% packet efficiency) which reduce CPU overhead and enable multi‑plane HDR processing. Dependencies and risks disclosed include reliance on system integrators to adopt the CLHS standard, the need for compatible AOC cabling and host slots providing PCIe Gen4 x8 capacity, and the unspecified timing and capabilities of the announced future CoaXPress model. Monitor published product specifications and the product page plus sales enquiries for availability and supported camera list; note the announcement date Dec. 02, 2025.

MONTREAL, Dec. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Teledyne DALSA, a Teledyne Technologies [NYSE: TDY] company, announces the release of the Xtium™3 PCIe Gen4 family, a next-generation frame grabber engineered to deliver maximum sustained throughput and ready-to-use image data for high-performance industrial applications.

Building on the proven Xtium2 platform, the first model, Xtium3-CLHS PX8 supports the Camera Link HS® (CLHS) standard over the PCI Express™ Gen 4.0 interface. This single-slot, single-cable solution accommodates up to seven CLHS lanes, each operating at 10.3125 Gbps (72.2 Gbps in total), enabling acquisition bandwidths of 8.6 GB/s and host transfer rates of up to 13.2 GB/s via a PCIe Gen4 x8 slot.

Key features and benefits:

• High-speed data transmission  ̶ Utilizes CLHS X-protocol with over 97% packet efficiency and 64/66-bit encoding. Supports long cable lengths exceeding 30 meters using 7-lane AOC cables
• Real-time data forwarding  ̶ Redistributes incoming data to up to 12 computers via standard AOC cables for distributed image processing
• Optimized performance  ̶  PCIe Gen4 architecture delivers sustained throughput of 13.2 GB/s directly to host memory, reducing CPU load and accelerating image processing
• Broad compatibility  ̶  Supports area and line scan, monochrome and color cameras, delivering exceptional performance for Camera Link HS (a future model will support CoaXPress®)
• Advanced image processing  ̶  Enables multi-plane HDR processing for Teledyne’s Linea™ HS2 16K camera
• Software support  ̶  Fully compatible with Teledyne’s Sapera™ LT Software SDKs and third-party software for seamless integration.

The Xtium3 series is designed to meet the demands of modern machine vision systems, offering robust performance, scalability, and flexibility for a wide range of industrial applications.

Fully supported by Teledyne’s Sapera LT Software SDKs, the Xtium3 series empowers developers and integrators to build robust, high-speed imaging systems with minimal overhead and maximum flexibility.

For more details, please visit the product page, and for sales enquiries, visit our contact page.

Teledyne Vision Solutions offers the world’s most comprehensive, vertically integrated portfolio of industrial and scientific imaging technology. Aligned under one umbrella, Teledyne DALSA, e2v CMOS image sensors, FLIR IIS, Lumenera, Photometrics, Princeton Instruments, Judson Technologies, Acton Optics, and Adimec form an unrivalled collective of expertise across the spectrum with decades of experience and best-in-class solutions. Together, they combine and leverage each other’s strengths to provide the deepest, widest sensing and related technology portfolio in the world. Teledyne offers worldwide customer support and the technical expertise to handle the toughest tasks. Their tools, technologies, and vision solutions are built to deliver to their customers a unique and competitive advantage.

Media Contact:
Jessica Broom
Jessica.broom@teledyne.com

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/a834e18a-07c3-4500-a00e-14010390bd4f

FAQ

What is the Xtium3-CLHS PX8 announced by Teledyne (TDY) on December 2, 2025?

The Xtium3-CLHS PX8 is a PCIe Gen4 frame grabber supporting Camera Link HS with 7 lanes at 10.3125 Gbps each and up to 13.2 GB/s host transfer.

How much data bandwidth does Teledyne's Xtium3 (TDY) deliver to host memory?

The Xtium3 series delivers sustained throughput to host memory of up to 13.2 GB/s via a PCIe Gen4 x8 slot.

Does the Xtium3-CLHS PX8 support long cable runs for Camera Link HS (TDY)?

Yes; it supports long cable lengths exceeding 30 meters using 7-lane AOC cables.

Can Teledyne's Xtium3 (TDY) distribute image data across multiple computers?

Yes; the product can forward incoming data in real time to up to 12 computers via standard AOC cables for distributed processing.

Will the initial Xtium3 frame grabber support CoaXPress (TDY)?

No; CoaXPress support is planned for a future model, not the initial Xtium3-CLHS PX8.

What software is compatible with Teledyne's Xtium3 (TDY) for integration?

Xtium3 is fully compatible with Teledyne's Sapera LT Software SDKs and third-party software for integration.