The largest commercial infrared company in the world, FLIR has been designing, building, and integrating high-performance infrared cameras for nearly 50 years. FLIR cameras play pivotal roles in a wide range of industrial, commercial, and government activities in over 60 countries.
Our Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) thermography unit designs and manufactures high-performance thermal imaging systems used to detect and measure minute temperature differences in a wide variety of scientific, research, and product development settings. These applications include R&D, life sciences, environmental studies, scientific research, and electronics development.
FLIR’s other divisions produce thermal camera systems for a wide variety of military, paramilitary, law enforcement, and public safety missions, as well as for automotive and maritime night vision, personal night vision, firefighting, and industrial and home security uses. In addition, FLIR supplies camera cores and other sub-components to OEMs and system integrators.
And since FLIR’s goal is Infrared Everywhere, we are committed to making affordable thermal cameras everyone can use. The FLIR ONE is a fully functional thermal camera attachment for iOS and Android devices that everyone can use.
Quick Facts
Employees: Over 3,000 worldwide
Investor Resources: www.flir.com/investor/
Revenue: $1.8B (2017)
Locations: FLIR conducts business in more than 100 countries around the globe
FLIR's RS Series is made up of the RS6700, RS6800, and RS8300 instruments in ruggedized enclosures. These MWIR infrared cameras are multi-application long range infrared camera systems designed for range tracking, target signature, target edge detection, research and science applications. The RS Series "Range/Science" cameras are rugged, high performance, full-featured, radiometric instruments that can survive the harsh environments typically found on the test range.
FLIR’s SC6700 is the ideal solution for scientific or research applications that require extreme sensitivity and high speeds. This versatile MWIR camera incorporates InSb detector operating in the 3 to 5 or 1 to 5 micron waveband. The SC6700 infrared camera features four active preset operating modes to provide adjustable integration times, embedded non-uniformity correction, and bad pixel replacement, as well as a built-in, user-configurable 4-position filter wheel, and multiple lens configurations.
The FLIR SC7000 Series of LWIR cameras is specifically designed for academic and industrial R&D applications as well as integrators who require a flexible camera with high sensitivity, accuracy, spatial resolution, and speed at an affordable cost.
The FLIR X6500sc models of thermal imaging cameras are designed to provide the highest levels of thermal measurement performance alongside the most advanced connectivity. This fully featured, compact camera series provides ultra-sensitive and accurate measurements, state-of-the-art connectivity, and ease of use to allow the concentration to be on the experiment and not the camera’s technicalities. These cameras are equipped with either a cooled indium antimonide (InSb) or mecury cadmium telluride (MCT) detector.
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 x 512 images at 502 frames per second, or up to 29,134 Hz with windowing.
FLIR offers the X6900sc: the world’s fastest MWIR and LWIR 640 x 512 resolution thermal cameras for high-speed science applications. The X6900sc MWIR camera features a FLIR Indium Antimonide (InSb) detector, while the X6900sc SLS LWIR features a strained layer superlattice (SLS) detector. These thermal imagers are designed to record 1000 fps at full resolution onto the camera RAM for up to 26 seconds.
The FLIR X8400sc is a fast, highly sensitive MWIR camera designed for scientists, researchers, and engineers. This simple to use camera offers the functionality to stop motion on high-speed events both in the lab and at the test range. The FLIR X8400sc is equipped with a cooled InSb detector that produces crisp thermal images of 1280 × 1024 pixels to show you the smallest of details, and it detects temperature differences smaller than 25 mK.
FLIR offers the X8500sc as its new high-sensitivity, high-speed MWIR camera and LWIR camera for science and R&D applications. The X8500sc MWIR features a FLIR indium antimonide (InSb) detector, while the X8500sc SLS LWIR features a strained layer superlattice (SLS) detector. With 1280 x 1024 resolution, fast frame rates, and RAM/SSD recording, this camera allows for full imaging of the scene and stop motion on high speed events both in the lab or on the test range.
FLIR's A325sc infrared cameras transition seamlessly from the research lab to the production line with multiple optic options, available data recording and analysis software and simple Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. With a 320 x 240 pixel resolution and spectral range of 7.5 µm -13.0 µm the A325sc Series is an affordable and flexible option for real-time thermal analysis in applications including predictive and preventive maintenance, research and development and manufacturing process control.
FLIR’S A6260sc is a short-wave infrared (SWIR) camera with high-speed performance and fully customizable features that sets the standard for SWIR cameras for science and R&D applications. With improved sensitivity and linearity across the full dynamic range, this camera is especially ideal for radiometry and temperature calibrated applications.
FLIR's A655sc infrared cameras offer ultra-sharp 640 x 480 image resolution, high-speed windowing for an increased output frame rate up to 200 Hz, Gigabit Ethernet and USB connectivity, filtering, and the best sensitivity in an uncooled sensor.
The FLIR A6700sc, A6750sc and A6750sc SLS cameras are designed for measuring high speed thermal events and fast-moving targets in electronic inspection, medical thermography, manufacturing monitoring, and non-destructive testing applications. This series features short exposure times that allow users to freeze motion and complete extremely accurate temperature measurements. Frame rates can be increased to 480 frames per second to accurately characterize even higher speed thermal events and help ensure that no critical data is overlooked during testing.
FLIR offers the FLIR A8200sc and FLIR A8300sc high-sensitivity MWIR cameras designed to produce low-noise HD thermal images for electronics inspection, aerial thermal mapping, non-destructive material testing, and industrial R&D applications. The A8200sc produces crisp, 1.0 megapixel (1024 x 1024) thermal images, while the FLIR A8300sc produces 921,600 pixel (1280 x 720) images, both with very low noise to capture the finest image details.
The FLIR GF335 is a mobile high-sensitivity, low noise, cooled thermal camera designed for detecting faint heat signatures in a range of applications, including use on test ranges, non-destructive testing, research, and science applications. This broadband camera features a cooled 3 – 5 µm InSb detector producing razor sharp images at 76,800 (320 x 240) pixels.
FLIR offers the new T1030sc Long-Wave Infrared Camera designed to capture images with 1024 x 768 pixels at 30 frames per second (fps). The camera provides high thermal sensitivity, fast raw data streaming, and a high speed interface (HSI) connection for streaming lossless HD radiometric imagery at 120 Hz or up to 480 Hz with windowing.
The T530 and T540 are a part of FLIR’s T-series of compact infrared (IR) cameras for scientific and R&D applications. These models feature greater sensitivity, better accuracy, and a higher temperature range than other cameras in the series. With an improved ergonomic design, rapid-response user interface, and the exacting detail of FLIR’s unique Macro Mode, T500-Series cameras increase efficiency, reduce test times, and provide new insights into the target’s thermal behavior.
FLIR’s T600sc series is made up of battery powered, handheld thermal imaging cameras ideal for applications that involve thermographic studies and temperature measurements. These thermal cameras cover the -40°C to 2,000°C temperature range and employ 640 x 480 infrared uncooled Vanadium Oxide (VOx) microbolometer detectors.
The FLIR A35sc and A65sc Benchtop Test Kits are the perfect choice for engineering and science labs where size constraints are critical. Heat patterns and extract temperature values are easily detected from live or recorded imagery, and a variety of pixel resolutions are available as well as time vs. temperature plotting.
FLIR offers the new ETS320 affordable, non-contact thermal measurement system designed to collect accurate, reliable data in seconds and analyze it quickly for electronics testing and scientific research. The system pairs a high-sensitivity infrared camera with an integrated stand for hands-free measurements of printed circuit boards and other small electronics.
On day one of Photonics West, Ross Overstreet with FLIR showed us three different science-grade HD cameras they were exhibiting at the show. First, we saw the X8500sc 1280x1024 high-speed MWIR camera, ideal for demanding military test range imaging applications like target scoring and target signature.
Ross Overstreet speaks with us about the types of features that are important on infrared cameras when used on a test range for rocket launches, missile intercepts, and target scoring applications.
FLIR introduced a new infrared camera at Photonics West 2017 – the X8500sc. Ross Overstreet gave us an overview on the new camera platform’s specifications and features – including on-board RAM.
Ross Overstreet from FLIR, gave us a quick introduction to two new thermal camera platforms they’re showcasing at SPIE Photonics West 2017, and then discussed the variety of applications that infrared imaging technology can be used for.
Nothing wakes you up like a good “cup o’ Jo”! Or maybe an ice cold glass of water? Compare the difference between the two with high speed infrared imaging from the X6900sc.
Nothing could beat the feeling of shooting a watermelon and tannerite with an AR15.
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Clean, unoxidized, bare metal surfaces have such low emissivity that they are difficult to measure with a thermal imaging camera. In order to get good measurements, the emissivity of these surfaces needs to be increased. This application note describes how to use a variety of low-cost materials to increase target emissivity in many industrial R&D and electrical applications.
Electronic products used in aerospace and other research applications have two key requirements: high performance and the reliability to withstand intense environments. To attain that performance, electronics designers often use small parts and routinely push them to their limits.
While IR cameras are nothing new, the latest high-speed variants bring with them new functionality, benefits, and a few limitations. This Q&A seeks to shed light on all the advantages and potential constraints of high-speed imaging, and to address some of the key questions often asked about this technology.
Investigators are continuously searching for an optimal solution for finding concrete blood evidence in less-than-ideal circumstances. This is especially important when working with fabrics carrying diluted blood stains, which could easily be affected by the common practice of adding liquid luminol.
Mosquitos cause constant concern in tropical regions since they can carry deadly diseases such as Malaria, Dengue Fever, and the Zika virus. Amid the global efforts to control outbreaks of Zika and other mosquito-borne diseases, new efforts are being made to develop natural mosquito repellents that can grow easily in affected regions. Some plant-based repellents can be initially as effective as DEET, but most evaporate too quickly and leave the user unprotected. One plant that shows promise is catnip. Researchers have developed a “super-catnip” with enhanced bioactive compounds while making it easier to grow commercially.
Many details of the thermal biology of animals are unknown. To fill the gaps in this knowledge, researchers at the Institute of Biodiversity, Animal Health and Comparative Medicine at the University of Glasgow, Scotland are using thermal imaging to learn as much as possible in order to help animals in the long run.
Tissue auto-fluorescence spectroscopy is used to differentiate between normal and diseased tissue. This technique measures the intrinsic light emissions from biological agents upon excitation by a light source, but the relationship between auto-fluorescence and temperature has not been well defined.
Today FLIR Systems Inc. announced the acquisition of Prox Dynamics, a Norway-based manufacturer of revolutionarily small, light, nano-class unmanned aerial systems (UAS) featuring their Black Hornet aerial sensor for military and para-military intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance gathering applications, for approximately $134 million in cash.
FLIR Systems has recently announced a new 4.2 version of its ReasearchIR thermal imaging software. The new software is a powerful tool for viewing, acquiring, analyzing, and sharing thermal data captured with FLIR’s scientific and R&D cameras. It also allows users to access their MATLAB scripts directly in ResearchIR for specially-tailored image analysis and processing tasks.
FLIR Systems recently introduced UltraMaxTM technology for its broad range of Tsc-Series handheld research and science cameras. The new UltraMaxTM technology will enable researchers to improve resolution of native thermal images, giving them more clarity and a higher level of temperature measurement accuracy. Using UltraMax, cameras will be able to make thermal images captured have up to four times as many pixels.
FLIR Systems, Inc. recently announced the release of its new product; the FLIR Vue. The FLIR Vue is a compact thermal camera specifically designed for use on commercial sUAS. This new thermal camera provides a simple power-in/video-out interface over the same mini-USB interface many sUAS operators already use with the most popular action cameras. FLIR Vue is a simple plug-and-play thermal imaging solution for sUAS available and is ready to use with the most popular video transmitters and OSDs
FLIR Systems announced the release of version 4.2 of its ResearchIR software. ResearchIR 4.2 provides researchers and scientists a powerful tool for viewing, acquiring, analyzing, and sharing the thermal data captured with FLIR’s Scientific and R&D cameras.
The G300a thermal imaging camera from FLIR Systems lets you can monitor vital gas pipelines or installations 24/7. Installing a FLIR G300a will immediately enable you to see if a dangerous and costly gas leak appears.
FLIR Systems, Inc. announces its latest thermal imaging core, Muon, which is designed specifically for volume OEMs capable of integrating uncooled FPAs into their own camera solutions.
