High-precision thermal imaging system

The new ThermoVision A40-M provides a high-precision, non-contact temperature measurement system that is affordable, flexible and feature-rich to those involved in process automation, RandD and securi

New infrared camera system is introduced.

With the introduction of its new ThermoVision A40-M, FLIR Systems has provided those involved in process automation, research and development, vision and security with a high-precision, non-contact temperature measurement system that is affordable, flexible and feature-rich.

This fully integrated system enables temperature differences as small as 0.08C to be seen in a range from -40C to +500C.

The camera has a maintenance-free and uncooled microbolometer, that produces crisp, high resolution images of 320 x 240 pixels, offering more than 76,800 individual measurement points per image at a refresh rate of 50/60Hz.

To maximise application flexibility, the ThermoVision A40-M gives the user a choice of connection options.

For real-time image and fast data transfer of fully radiometric 18-bit images, an IEEE-1394 FireWire digital output is provided.

RJ-45 Ethernet connection is the second option, for network and/or multiple camera installations.

Each A40-M camera can be equipped with its own URL allowing it to be addressed independently via its Ethernet connector.

This allows any authorised user with a web browser to access control menus and the thermal images, which are streamed in semi real-time.

Thanks to the fully configured input/output functionality, the A40-M can be easily integrated into existing systems or set-up as a stand-alone unit.

The operator can set and modify up to 4 areas in the camera's field-of-view.

This allows for example, the system alarm to be activated should the temperature within one these defined cells, rise above or fall below a pre-defined value.

The camera calibrated measurement output enables it to be instantly used to control a process, eliminating the need for complex programming.

Multiple options exist to reduce dramatically the time it takes to programme a customised solution.

In addition to its Software Developers Kit for Visual Basic and C++, FLIR Systems also offers analogue and digital LabView toolkits using Active-X technology.

Weighing just 1.4 kgs, the A40-M is compact and light enough to be installed even in relatively inaccessible locations on the production line.

High quality, real-time radiometric images are viewable simply by connecting the camera to a PC or monitor.

Camera functions can then be controlled either from the PC or via the integrated keyboard.

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