R&D and Science Thermal Cameras

FLIR A8580 MWIR

Compact HD Thermal Camera

FLIR A8580 MWIR cameras provide the crisp imagery, accurate temperature measurement, and streamlined analysis features needed for industrial, military, and manufacturing R&D applications. The 1.3 MP detector produces high definition thermal images, while the suite of manual and remote focus lenses allow users to maximize the number of measurement pixels on their target. Simple, single cable connectivity using Gigabit Ethernet or CoaXPress provides complete camera control plus data capturing in FLIR Research Studio software, so users can analyze and understand data faster than ever before.

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FLIR A8580 SLS

Compact LWIR HD Thermal Camera

FLIR A8580 LWIR SLS cameras provide the crisp imagery, accurate temperature measurement, and streamlined analysis features needed for industrial, military, and manufacturing R&D applications. Thanks to the 1.3 MP Strained Layer Superlattice (SLS) detector and the suite of manual and remote focus lenses, users can maximize the number of measurement pixels on their target. Simple, single cable connectivity using Gigabit Ethernet or CoaXPress provides complete camera control plus data capturing in FLIR Research Studio software, so users can analyze and understand data faster than ever before.

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ResearchIR

Measurement, Recording, and Analysis Software

ResearchIR is a powerful and easy to-use thermal analysis software package for FLIR Research & Development / Science cameras. It provides camera control, highspeed data recording, image analysis, and data sharing. The ResearchIR software connects directly to FLIR Research and Science cameras via USB, Firewire, Gigabit Ethernet, and Camera Link to acquire thermal snapshots or movie files. Users can easily customize recording options including start times, end times, and the number of frames to acquire.

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FLIR A400/A700

Science Kits

FLIR A400 and A700 Science Kits offer researchers and engineers a streamlined solution for accurate temperature measurement. Simplified yet robust connections help you set up and start testing quickly; then easily view, acquire, and analyze data using included FLIR Research Studio software. The Standard kit includes a FLIR A400 or A700 Image Streaming camera, 24° lens with automatic/remote and manual focusing, as well as FLIR Macro Mode. The Professional kit has the added benefits of MSX® image enhancement, radiometric data transmission over Wi-Fi, and a close-up lens for accurate thermal measurements on small components.

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FLIR RS8500

High-Speed MWIR Camera for Range & Science Applications

The FLIR RS8500 MWIR infrared camera system is a high-performance thermal camera and infrared telescope combined in a single weatherproof housing, specifically designed for long-range tracking and measurement applications including military range, aerospace, and outdoor research. Built around a high-resolution 1280 × 1024 midwave indium antimonide detector with the ability to deliver data up to 180 frames per second, the RS8500 provides 24% more pixels and a 46% faster frame speed than the previous model. Multiple simultaneous data and video output options allow the camera to be easily integrated into most data acquisition systems.

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FLIR BHP SDK

Cooled Camera Software Development Kit

The FLIR BHP SDK allows users of A6600/A6200sc/A6700sc/A8300sc/SC6x00/SC8x00/RS6700 series cameras to integrate camera control and GigE data streaming into their own applications. The BHP SDK provides C/C++ functions to control all available camera operations. The SDK is in the form of a Visual Studio project that includes integrated help and many example programs to demonstrate how to use the various functions.

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FLIR X8500sc MWIR

High-Speed HD MWIR InSb Camera

The FLIR X8500sc is a highly sensitive, high-speed, high definition MWIR camera designed for scientists, researchers, and engineers. It has all the features needed for research and science: from on-camera RAM/SSD recording to a four-position motorized flter wheel. Plus, by combining HD resolution with high-speed frame rates, the X8500sc allows researchers to fully image the scene and stop motion on high-speed events – whether they’re in the lab or on the test range.

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FLIR X8500sc SLS

High-Speed HD LWIR SLS Camera

The FLIR X8500sc SLS is a highly sensitive, high definition LWIR camera designed for scientists, researchers, and engineers. The strained layer superlattice (SLS) detector offers HD resolution combined with shorter snapshot speeds, wider temperature bands, and better uniformity than current LWIR or MWIR alternatives. With advanced triggering and on-camera RAM/SSD recording, researchers can easily stop motion on high-speed events, whether they’re in the lab or on the test range.

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FLIR X6800sc MWIR

High Speed, Performance MWIR InSb Camera

The FLIR X6800sc is a fast, highly sensitive MWIR camera designed for scientists, researchers, and engineers. With advanced triggering and on-camera RAM/SSD recording, this camera offers the functionality to stop motion on high- speed events both in the lab and at the test range. The X6800sc has a cooled FLIR indium antimonide (InSb) detector and captures full 640 × 512 images at 520 frames per second, or up to 23,077 Hz with windowing.

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FLIR X6900sc MWIR

High Performance MWIR InSb Camera

The FLIR X6900sc is an extraordinarily fast, highly sensitive MWIR camera designed for scientists, researchers, and engineers. With advanced triggering, on-camera RAM/SSD recording, and a four-position motorized filter wheel, this camera offers the functionality to stop motion on high speed events, whether they’re in the lab or on the test range

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FLIR X6900sc SLS

High Performance LWIR SLS Camera

The FLIR X6900sc SLS is an extraordinarily fast, highly sensitive LWIR camera designed for scientists, researchers, and engineers. The strained layer superlattice (SLS) detector offers shorter snapshot speeds, wider temperature bands, and better uniformity than current LWIR or MWIR alternatives. With advanced triggering, on-camera RAM/SSD recording, and a four-position motorized filter wheel, this camera offers the functionality to stop motion on high-speed events both in the lab and at the test range.

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FLIR A6260

SWIR Camera with InGaAs Detector

The FLIR A6260 SWIR camera offers superior sensitivity and dynamic range paired with the flexibility of customized windowing and integration times. This InGaAs camera is very linear in the 0.9 to 1.7 µm sensing waveband, making it the perfect tool for high temperature thermal measurements and applications that require measuring through standard glass. The A6260 offers control over settings such as integration time, while allowing you to synchronize and trigger to external events and devices.

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FLIR A6700 MWIR

Science-Grade MWIR InSb Camera

Designed for electronics inspections, manufacturing monitoring, scientific research, and non-destructive testing, the FLIR A6700 MWIR camera is ideal for high-speed thermal events and fast-moving targets. Short exposure times allow users to freeze motion and achieve accurate temperature measurements. In fact, the camera’s image output can be windowed to increase frame rates to 480 frames per second to accurately characterize even higher speed thermal events, helping ensure critical data doesn’t get missed during testing.

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FLIR A6750 MWIR

High Performance MWIR InSb Camera

The FLIR A6750 MWIR camera offers short exposure times and high-speed windowed frame rates, making it an ideal choice for recording rapid thermal events and fast-moving targets. Freeze motion or achieve accurate temperature measurements on moving subjects, and perform a variety of non-destructive testing with this cooled InSb camera. The 327,680 (640 x 512) pixel IR resolution and high sensitivity produce crisp imagery, well suited to electronics inspections, scientific research, and more.

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FLIR A6750 SLS

Longwave Infrared Thermal Camera

The FLIR A6750 SLS longwave camera is the ideal choice for high-speed thermal events and fast moving targets. It offers extremely short integration times and windowed frame rates above 4,000 Hz, so you can freeze motion or achieve accurate temperature measurements on moving subjects. The 327,680 (640 x 512) pixel IR resolution and high sensitivity produce crisp imagery, well suited to electronics inspections, scientific research, and more.

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FLIR RS6700

Range & Scientific Infrared Camera

The RS6700 is a multi-application long range infrared camera system designed for range tracking, target signature, research, and science applications. RS6700 cameras are rugged, high performance, full-featured radiometric instruments that can survive the harshest of environments .

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FLIR T860

High-Performance Thermal Camera with Viewfinder

The innovative FLIR T860 thermal camera is designed to improve visibility and streamline inspections of critical assets, whether you're surveying substation components, manufacturing equipment, or facility electro-mechanical systems. Equipped with a color viewfinder and 180° rotating lens platform, the T860 is comfortable to use and easy to see under bright conditions. An optional on-board Inspection Route system helps you record temperature data and imagery in a logical sequence for faster troubleshooting and repair. Avoid costly power outages and plant shutdowns through regular predictive maintenance with the T860.

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FLIR T840

High-Performance Thermal Camera with Viewfinder

The FLIR T840 infrared camera is designed to help electric utility and other thermography professionals comfortably survey equipment both indoors or outdoors and seek out signs of failure all day long. Thanks to an integrated eyepiece viewfinder and a bright 4-inch color LCD display, the T840 makes it easy to conduct inspections outside in bright, challenging light conditions. The 180° rotating lens platform and thoughtful ergonomic design helps users quickly diagnose failing components in hard-to-reach areas. A 6° telephoto lens option is available to ensure accurate temperature measurement of small targets from farther distances.

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FLIR T630sc

Portable Thermal Imaging Camera

The FLIR T630sc is designed for the expert requiring the highest performance and the latest technology available. The camera comes with features such as Multi Spectral Dynamic Imaging (MSX®), UltraMax™ image enhancement, auto-image rotation, image sketch, and autofocus. It combines excellent ergonomics and feature-rich flexibility with superior image quality of 640 × 480 pixel infrared resolution. High accuracy (±1°C in a limited range) and sensitivity together with streaming options make the FLIR T630sc well suited for advanced research and development.

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FLIR T650sc

High Resolution Handheld Infrared Camera

The T650sc infrared camera offers thermal and visual imagery, excellent spot size resolution, and reliable temperature measurement accuracy —all at an affordable price. Technicians, engineers, and scientists will appreciate features such as a built-in digital camera, voice annotation, laser target locator, GPS, Multi Spectral Dynamic Imaging (MSX®), UltraMax™ image enhancement, auto-image rotation, and more. The tiltable IR unit gives you great ﬂexibility and allows you to conduct your experiments fast and in a comfortable position.

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FLIR T540

Professional Thermal Camera

Troubleshoot hot spots, find hidden faults, and confirm repairs quickly with the ergonomic, high-resolution FLIR T540. This 161,472 (464 × 348) pixel thermal imaging camera has a bright 4" LCD and a 180° rotating lens platform, so you can easily and comfortably diagnose electrical or mechanical issues, even in hard-to-reach areas. Advanced on-camera measurement tools such as 1-Touch Level/Span, plus laser-assisted autofocus, ensure you’ll record accurate temperature measurements every time. Add the Inspection Route camera option, and you can download and run survey plans to your camera from FLIR Thermal Studio Pro (with Route Creator plugin). Together these systems will help you record temperature data and imagery in a logical sequence for faster troubleshooting and repair.

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