Thermal imaging burns its way to commercial use

Traditionally used for military and industrial applications, thermal imaging cameras have always been an effective tool to help detect humans and objects in darkness. Over the years, as technology improves and prices begin to decrease, we are beginning to see thermal imaging cameras being used in commercial applications, and more and more companies are beginning to have thermal cameras in their product portfolio.


Flir TCX thermal mini bullet camera

Flir Systems' TCX mini bullet combines 24/7 high-contrast thermal video and high-performance built-in video motion detection (VMD) with a level of affordability that the industry has never seen. Flir thermal cameras give users the advantage to see clearly in complete darkness without any illumination, in bright sunlight, through smoke, dust or even light fog. Delivering intrusion detection, video alarm verification, lighting control, retail traffic flow and queue management. TCX enables a whole new range of applications for thermal imaging in one affordable device.

Key features:

• Not affected by changes in lighting, low-contrast scenes or inclement weather
• No illumination in required
• Outperforms comparably priced visual cameras at night and in challenging lighting conditions
• Plug and play with Flir mobile apps, network or recorders
• Tri-mode connection: IP, MPX (HDCVI) and analog video outputs
• PoE Class 3 and 12 VDC, indoor/outdoor IP66

VCA VCA-650LD thermal mini bullet IP camera

With the introduction of its competitively priced, ONVIF compliant intelligent thermal IP cameras, VCA is aiming to change market perception that the cost of installing thermal cameras. The substantial improvement in detection and reduction in false alarms offered by the new cameras will enable installers to deploy them on everyday projects and as a result, enhance the effectiveness of a security system without a major increase in cost.

By utilizing VCA analytics, the VCA-650LD bullet cameras are able to offer a single device solution, providing intrusion detection and alarm verification day or night, whatever the lighting conditions. Designed to detect objects and people that might otherwise be impossible with traditional video surveillance cameras in environmental conditions such as through smoke, snow, heavy rain and fog, they are also ideal for projects where it is not possible to install supplementary lighting, or where there are concerns about light pollution.

Key features:

• Compact size and light weight
• Radiometric functionality
• Flexible input power options: DC or PoE
• 802.3af (PoE) simplified installation over a single standard cable
• Burnt-in text, video motion detection
• Two-way audio

Opgal Accuracii AT Mini HD camera

Accuracii AT Mini HD provides effective covert security, combining thermal and Full HD CMOS channels on an integrated continuous 360 degree pan-tilt positioner to deliver high quality video 24/7. These miniature cameras are available in several athermalized lens configuarations, from 19mm up to 60mm. Accuracii AT Mini HD provides effective protection of critical infrastructure, detecting people up to 2km away and vehicles up to 4km and beyond – thereby enabling timely threat verification and response.

Key features:

• Compact design
• ONVIF Profile S compliant
• Dual channel system for 24/7 operation
• Dual video output
• Simple integration
• 360 degree pan, +/-90 degree tilt positioner

Dahua DH-TPC-BF5300 network bullet camera

Dahua Technology's DH-TPC-BF5300 network bullet camera features a fixed lens, the thermal network bullet camera provides an all-in-one solution for capturing long distance video surveillance for outdoor applications. Together with thermal technology, the camera is the solution for dark, long range monitoring applications.

Key features:

• 336*356 VOx uncooled thermal sensor technology
• Athermalized lens (thermal), focus-free
• Supports fire detection and alarm
• Various lens optional (7.5/13/19/25/35mm)
• 2/1 alarm in/out
• Micro SD memory, IP67, PoE