thermal imaging sights scopes and FLIR ptz infrared cameras

IR PROx Infrared Camera
The IR Pro FLIR thermal hand held imaging camera is a robust system which is suitable for a wide array of thermal imaging applications

click for more information

   
IR-250 DX Thermal Imager
The IR 250 camera is a lightweight thermal imaging system that is ideal for surveillance, energy audits, condition monitoring, flat roof inspections and a wide variety of industrial applications. The ir ...

click for more information

   
IR-235 DX Infrared Camera

The newest addition to the SPI family is the IR-235 compact thermal imager. This new unit shatters the $10k barrier to bring you quality thermal imaging at the greatest possible value.

click for more information

 
  Digital Thermal Scope

The first affordable thermal weapon sight designed specifically for homeland security, police and security professionals. SpecterIR uses heat imaging technology previously only available for military applications

click for more information

 
T14 Multi Function Tactical Thermal Monocular Weapon Sight FLIR scope


The new T14 Thermal IR monocular is the smallest and most versatile thermal imager available. The unit can be used as a hand held thermal IR viewer, hands free head mounted goggle and as a precision thermal weapon sight.

click for more information

 
IR-400 DX Series

The new IR PRO 400D thermal infrared imaging system will provide you with real time color thermal imaging and digital image storage. The unique PDA attachment provides touch screen controls of vital camera

click for more information

 
IR-CAM TPMx 4

The newest contender on the block the IR CAM TPM is one of the smallest and easy to use packages we have ever seen. You've heard the phrase before a million times but finally there is now a true "toolbox"

click for more information

 
Defender Fusion 500CT

The Defender 500CT is a long range Thermal imaging FLIR camera suitable for Force Protection, perimeter security, border and shoreline surveillance .

click for more information

 
IR-400 Series RadioMetric

The 400 series thermal imaging systems are known far and wide as the "workhorse of the industry". These robust imagers provide you with real time thermal video, accurate temperature measurement, onboard

click for more information

 
IR 5100 Thermal infrared imager

 

The IR 5100 thermal package represents a unique opportunity for our customers to get into a complete thermal imaging package at an incredible value. The 5100 is ideal for short to medium range surveillance / force protection and industrial & commercial applications.


click for more information

IR Thermal Camera Engine

The latest in thermal imaging technology packaged in an OEM configuration for rapid development into your designs. Infrared camera modules are available in a wide range of configurations from simple volts

click for more information

 
IR-CAM 59x

The 595 is one of the all time greatest handheld thermal imaging systems ever produced. Featuring high performance uncooled thermal imaging, full radiometric data, sharp color and the easiest to use control

click for more information

PT-i4000-B

The latest in mobile pan-tilt thermal imaging is now affordable. The new 4000B is an all purpose weatherized remote sensing camera that can easily be mounted to a vehicle (mounting kits available) or

click for more information

 
TWS2000 Thermal Weapon Sight

High resolution Thermal Infrared FLIR imaging Weapon sight for extreme battlefield & specialized operations. TWS2000 mounts to standard firearms & offers crisp imaging and unparalleled target acquisition in low or no light applications.

click for more information

  TOPAZ Multi Sensor Aerial / Marine FLIR stabilized Imaging system
The latest in affordable aerial / Marine gimbals stabilized FLIR imagers, the TOPAZ is ideal for military, law enforcement and Marine professionals where super sensitive multi platform sensors are required for the most demanding of applications. Just over $100K, the Topaz is a low cost solution for ...

click for more information

 

 


MMXFLIR multi camera platform

MMXFLIR is a premier 3-5µm tri-field of view long range surveillance and security solution with a bore sighted CCTV for mobile and stationary land, air, and sea related operations. The system is a completely integrated solution on a controllable pan/tilt system. The MMXFLIR offers one of the most comprehensive integrated thermal imaging systems available today. The system offers cooled IR detector technology with three fields of view as well as visible detection.

click for more information

  PT-i4000-M

The latest in mobile pan-tilt thermal imaging is now affordable and MARINE rated. The new 4000B is an all purpose marine weatherized remote sensing camera that can easily be mounted to a vessel, vehicle

click for more information

  IR747 PRO Thermovision camera

The IR747 Pro thermovision infrared camera is a stand alone FLIR imaging system with color uncooled thermal images along with radiomentric temperature measurement. The system is ideal for R&D, thermovision, security, condition monitoring & a wide array of FLIR applications.

click for more information

IR-700 Series
The iR 700 series Thermal Infrared Imaging Cameras were designed for applications requiring accurate real-time analysis, condition monitoring & Thermographic profiling. Digital storage, a unique electro

click for more information

 
IR-CAM 55x

The 550 is a great handheld radiometric thermal imaging system that features superb image quality, accurate temperature measurement, digital image storage and analysis / reporting software packages.

click for more information

 
TWS/TS-x20 FLIR hand held and weapon sight FLIR scope

The TWS-X20 & TS-X20 represent the pinnacle of lightweight compact flir imaging sights, weapon sighting and hand held flir imaging are made easily with real time imaging. Ideal for military law enforcement and EOD, SAR applications

click for more information

VideoThermal 2000

The Video Thermal 2000 is an affordable solution to Radiometric imaging applications. These units feature temperature measurement, high resolution color imaging, LCD display and analysis software.

click for more information

T7 Thermal Infrared Binoculars / Goggles

T7 Thermal infrared FLIR goggle-Binocular system is a state of the art fused FLIR system. Night Vision NVG TWS systems approved

click for more information

Eagle Imager 6 FireF imager

All Scott products have an unsurpassed record of reliable performance and rugged dependability. Scott's Eagle Imager thermal camera contains such advanced technology its sensor can detect temperature

click for more information

 
T5000 Thermal long range binoculars

The T5000 thermal imaging binocs are a state of the art SOCOM EOD qualified military FLIR dual eye special operations binocular system.

click for more information

T710 Digital Thermal IR camera

The T710 is a fully integrated digital Thermal infrared radiometric imaging camera with precise temperature measurement and a wide array of industrial and scientific features, all packed in a rugged chassis with a brilliant 4" color screen and intuitive user functionality

click for more information

IR-Infracam

The Thermal Infracam system is based on the ultra high resolution PtSi detector technology. This sensor is used in high end testing cameras as well as state of the art military imaging systems.

click for more information

IR/X-100 Compact Thermal Viewer

The new breakthrough X100 pocket infrared imager is finally here! This rugged thermal imager is small enough to fit in your pocket. The scope is ideal for military / law enforcement needs as well as predictive ...

click for more information

  Panther-X Long Range Fusion Thermal Imager

The Panther-X Long Range Dual Field Of view military thermal  infrared IR imager is a state of the art FLIR surveillance system coupled with a zoom CCTV camera in a rugged PTZ pan tilt zoom platform

click for more information

Nikon Radiometric Camera

This is one of the highest resolution thermal camera systems ever designed. The Nikon name is world renowned for quality photographic equipment. The Nikon thermal imager is no exception. The features ...

click for more information

IRCAM EPM-25 Multi-task thermal imager

The IRcam EPM25 Multi Task Infrared thermal imager stands alone in high performance and reliability. This robust uncooled long wave 320x240 masterpiece offers user friendly interface along with digital imaging features for a wide array of infrared imaging applications

click for more information

ThermaSnap 52x

The ThermaSnap operates much like a digital camera and captures crisp thermal images with fully calibrated temperature measurement. This handheld, infrared imaging radiometer displays IR images in color ...

click for more information

Fusion 1000X Long Range FLIR imager

The Fusion 1000x Thermal imager is an ultra long range surveillance thermal imager which packs super sensitive Indium Antimonide sensor for detection ranges in excess of 20 kilometers for vehicular target and 17 kilometers for man sized target.

click for more information

UltraCam Radiometer

The UltraCam series of thermal infrared imaging cameras represents the pinnacle of infrared camera technology. Superior image quality, accurate temperature analysis, s-video output and computer interface ...

click for more information

IR-210S

The IR-200 Series of thermal infrared imagers is one of the first truly portable handheld imagers ever made. We have a limited number of pre-owned models in stock. This is a very reliable portable imaging ...

click for more information

  Electric Surveillance Infrared UAV (Unmanned Arial Vehicle)

The E2 electric powered UAV is a breakthrough in design and function. Capable of longer mission times and higher payload capacities than any other electric Micro-UAV available.

click for more information

PD-300 Infrared Camera

The PtSi sensor in this radiometric infrared imaging system produces one of the finest images of all time. Accurate temperature measurement, vivid color paletes and digital image storage make this unit ...

click for more information

IRXP-500 digital FireWire R&D IR camera

The IRXP-500 is a digital state of the art automated thermal infrared camera designed for professional applications such as process control, research and development, automation & a wide array of temperature measuring tasks which require real-time digital analysis and data acquisition.

click for more information

High Sensitivity Radiance Thermal Imager

The Radiance Infrared Camera offers ultra high resolution and super thermal sensitivity suited for military research, PCB analysis, R&D, medical, condition monitoring, and remote sensing applications.

click for more information

IR-Cam 6xx

The THV 6xx series is the pinacle of the THV product line. This system is state of the art in every way. No other system can match it for accuracy, reliability and ease of use. We have a very limited ...

click for more information

Thermal-Eye

THERMAL-EYE

Thermal eye IR Imaging cameras are catered for use in a wide variety of Imaging applications such as military, Mobile or fixed FLIR pan tilt, security, surveillance, industrial, commercial and R&D needs

click for more information

IR-CAM EPM

The IRCAM EPM Package is a powerful thermal imaging solution that is rugged and one of the easiest cameras to use. We have a limited supply of these low cost full color temperature measurement systems ...

click for more information

Mil-Cam 3-5 micron hand held thermal imager

The Mil-Cam Mid wave thermal imager offers exceptional image quality. The Cooled MWIR infrared camera is designed for use in harsh environments where ultra sensitive thermal imaging and crisp image quality for detection and recognition is essential.

click for more information

The LS Series

The LS Series of Long Wave Uncooled Thermal Imagers offers unique advantages in a compact all solution package. The system utilizes its exterior case as an environmentally sealed housing, eliminating the need for additional enclosures.

click for more information

 
Explore IR Thermal Infrared Camera

exploreIR.jpg (7706 bytes)

The Explore IR Thermal infrared imaging camera offers exceptional color or black & white thermal images along with extensive temperature measurement features for a wide array of night vision, thermography and imaging applications.

click for more information

NZDS- Night Modular Military ClipOn Sight

The US Army has conducted comptetive tests and has singled out the NADS-750, 850, and 1000 as superior in performance and reliability. System performance is designed into our NADS products.

click for more information

RP 50/250 Series

The RP long-range mid-wave thermal imaging systems operate in the 3-5 micron spectral region, which is the best choice for marine and high humidity environments.

click for more information

Stealth-IR

The Stealth IR sets new standards for surveillance and security thermal imagers. The system is based on the latest generation 320x240 Microbolometer Focal Plane Array Technology.

click for more information

IR-360 PT Force Protection / Mobile / Fixed Thermal / CCTV Infrared Surveillance System

The IR 360 remote thermal imaging platform represents the state of the art in rugged military grade thermal imaging solutions. The 360 is available in a wide range of COTS configurations including mobile, marine, pan-tilt-zoom and fixed mount scenarios.

click for more information

*Thermal InfraRed Surveillance midnight Movie link

*Thermal Imaging security movie link

 

Sierra Pacific Innovations (SPI) offers its products for legal use only. It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser to determine local, state, federal, and international regulations prior to purchase. SPI will not be held responsible for any illegal use of its products. SPI reserves the right to refuse shipment to any person/party for any reason. Specifications and prices listed on the SPI web site and in Quotes are subject to change without notice. All images and brand names of products are either copyright SPI or are copyright or trademark of their respective companies. SPI reserves all rights. All other companies reserve their respective rights. No part of SPI's online or offline data may be copied without the express written consent of SPI and / or the copyright / trademark owner.

Most SPI products and item components are subject to Export restrictions administered by the US Departments of State & Commerce. Please contact the US Department of State / Commerce for assistance. If Export of any component or item of SPI's products are approved by the United States Government, Re-Export laws must be complied with.

 

All Items Mentioned on all SPI websites are NOT available for export
INFRARED



Sierra Pacific Corp.
 

related sites:

www.imaging1.com

www.infrared1.com

www.nationalinfrared.com

www.palmir250.com

www.federalinfrared.com

www.ir55.com

www.7b.org

Thermal Infrared Links


Click here for the new digital RAZIR infrared thermal camera system


Thermal image gallery


Infrared cameras


PTZ FLIR THERMAL IMAGING CAMERAS



Thermal Pan Tilt 360
TRI-SENSOR

thermography infrared camera


FLIR Thermacam infrared camera system


 
ThermaCam PM IR imager

Tcam SC1000 High resolution FLIR infrared cameras
1_sc1000_IORR.gif (6628 bytes)

Energy audit, building inspection radiometric infrared camera

Explore-IR infrared cameras
exploreIR.jpg (7706 bytes)

iR400 PDM infared thermography camera

PD300 PCB analysis infrared camera


iR 7200 camera

SOLD
1_spi_hummer.jpg (6176 bytes)
Hummer for sale
Click here


Law Enforcement

NEWS

Search_the spi_site.gif (16545 bytes)

Telephone #'s

(702) 739-7190

(702) 369-3966

(805) 320-4024
(After Hours)

FAX (702) 369-3977

Contacts
e-mail

1_Infrared_Thermography_training_CD.gif (3605 bytes)
FREE - comprehensive Infrared thermography IR training & techniques CD-ROM with any iR camera purchase

SPI_digital_HR_camera.jpg (4477 bytes)
Free high resolution Digital Camera with select Thermal iR camera purchase

rainbow140.gif (2707 bytes)

S P i corprate headquarters current weather and time

Sierra Pacific Navigation menu

nvspiadom.jpg (497 bytes)


Make your selection below

ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermal IR photos x26
ball 2 (995 bytes)Featured iR cameras

ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermal IR Homepage

ball 2 (995 bytes)GSA Thermal imagers
ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermal IR DEMOS

ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermal iR Specials

ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermography Forum

ball 2 (995 bytes)iR Cam repair / trade in
ball 2 (995 bytes)We Buy new & used IR
ball 2 (995 bytes)Navigation bar

ball 2 (995 bytes)Infrared Software

Law Enforcement, Surveillance, Security iR cameras

ball 2 (995 bytes)GSA thermal imagers
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR 555 Thermal Imager
ball 2 (995 bytes)IR 250D Thermal Camera

ball 2 (995 bytes)iR-250 Thermal camera

ball 2 (995 bytes)SecurityHD Pan Tilt

ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermal EYE 4000

ball 2 (995 bytes)NightSight 100/200 IR
ball 2 (995 bytes)AN/PAS VII Thermal Mils
ball 2 (995 bytes)MC-High Res. TIS
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR510 Thermal Imager
ball 2 (995 bytes)Ruggedized IR-Mb320p
ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermal 320 Rifle scope
ball 2 (995 bytes)Waterproof IR camera
ball 2 (995 bytes)IR-360 infrared MILITARY
ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermal weapon sight
ball 2 (995 bytes)Law Enforcement Gear
ball 2 (995 bytes)Infrared Software

Updates; coming soon

Military, LE   Thermal Imaging Systems and sights

ball 2 (995 bytes)GSA thermal imagers
ball 2 (995 bytes)AF/256 ultimate long range infrared system
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR-250 Thermal imager
ball 2 (995 bytes)M 1-5 Micron iR Camera

ball 2 (995 bytes)M3000 Thermal Imager

ball 2 (995 bytes)M7000 Thermal Imager
ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermal 320 Rifle scope
ball 2 (995 bytes)Waterproof IR camera
ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermal weapon sight
ball 2 (995 bytes)IR 360 infrared pan tilt
ball 2 (995 bytes)Radiance 1 / HS infrared

Updates; coming soon

Mobile, Marine,  Stationary thermal Cameras

ball 2 (995 bytes)GSA thermal imagers
ball 2 (995 bytes)Waterproof IR camera
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR-250 Thermal imager
ball 2 (995 bytes)IR-360 iR PTZ MILITARY
ball 2 (995 bytes)FLIR Pan Tilt Zoom

ball 2 (995 bytes)NightSight 100/200 IR

ball 2 (995 bytes)Infrared Software

Updates; coming soon

Airborne, Shipborne,  Recon, Gimbal Infrared Cameras

ball 2 (995 bytes)Custom built iR / CCD

ball 2 (995 bytes)IRg 600 Air/Heli Thermal

ball 2 (995 bytes)Waterproof IR camera
ball 2 (995 bytes)IR-360 Thermal Pan Tilt
ball 2 (995 bytes)Nightsight thermal Cam
ball 2 (995 bytes)IR+CCD (tv) Combo aTIS
ball 2 (995 bytes)Infrared Software

Circuit Board Analysis, PCB, MD thermal cameras

ball 2 (995 bytes)IR 400 infrared camera
ball 2 (995 bytes)PD-300 High resolution Thermal Camera
ball 2 (995 bytes)IR-2000 PC Scanner
ball 2 (995 bytes)IR-2100 PC Scanner
ball 2 (995 bytes)Tcam Ultra ir camera
ball 2 (995 bytes)TIS-5000
ball 2 (995 bytes) Thermal MIcroscope
 
ball 2 (995 bytes)T-Snap / IR PRO

Energy Audit Mold Detection roof analysis thermal envelope building diagnostic camera 

ball 2 (995 bytes)IR PRO 
ball 2 (995 bytes)IR 400 PRO
ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermovision TPM
ball 2 (995 bytes)IR-235DX Package
ball 2 (995 bytes)IR-5100 Package
 

Updates; coming soon

Industrial, R&D, PdM, PM, process control, medical
infrared cameras

ball 2 (995 bytes)Explore iR PdM benefits
ball 2 (995 bytes)IR 400 infrared camera
ball 2 (995 bytes)T-Snap / IR PRO
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR 555 Infrared / CCD IR
ball 2 (995 bytes)ThermaCAM ultra cam
ball 2 (995 bytes)TIS 5000 series Imager

ball 2 (995 bytes)iR 250 infrared imager

ball 2 (995 bytes)PD 300 High resolution Infrared imaging system

ball 2 (995 bytes)ExplorIR radiometer

ball 2 (995 bytes)iR 600L IR Radiometer

ball 2 (995 bytes)Mb320p MicroBolometer
ball 2 (995 bytes)V-Therm256 IR camera
ball 2 (995 bytes)PMFTi process control
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR-PRO infrared camera
ball 2 (995 bytes)InSb-256 iR camera
ball 2 (995 bytes)INdi320 iR camera
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR340 Thermal Imager
ball 2 (995 bytes)Radiance high speed infrared imaging system
ball 2 (995 bytes)Image Storage Module
ball 2 (995 bytes)Infrared Software

ball 2 (995 bytes)Infrared Camera Store

 Fire Fighting, Search & Rescue Thermal imaging cameras

ball 2 (995 bytes)iR-250 Thermal camera
ball 2 (995 bytes)Mb320 Super Rugged IR
ball 2 (995 bytes)V3 Handheld TIC
ball 2 (995 bytes)Infrared Software

Updates; coming soon

Thermal Infrared Imaging Reference Library & Resources Links

ball 2 (995 bytes) iR camera application & thermography web site

ball 2 (995 bytes) Infrared Cameras
ball 2 (995 bytes)Electrical Maintenance
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR Predictive Benefits
ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermography Training
ball 2 (995 bytes)Understanding FPA's
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR industrial Inspections
ball 2 (995 bytes)PdM Procedures Electric

ball 2 (995 bytes)How Thermal IR Works

ball 2 (995 bytes)Predictive, NDT infrared
ball 2 (995 bytes)Infrared Equine Medicine
ball 2 (995 bytes)Infrared Process Control
ball 2 (995 bytes)Military Applications
ball 2 (995 bytes)Underground fire scans
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR military images
ball 2 (995 bytes)Emissivity Data / Tables
ball 2 (995 bytes)Blackbody Data

ball 2 (995 bytes)The Infrared Theory

ball 2 (995 bytes)iR Software/Accessories
ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermal IR press release
ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermal IR in the courts
ball 2 (995 bytes)Bus Bar inspections
ball 2 (995 bytes)MicroComponent Scans
ball 2 (995 bytes)The iR report files
ball 2 (995 bytes)Criminal Investigations
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR Energy Audits
ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermal Roofing surveys
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR Semiconductor scans
ball 2 (995 bytes)FLIR images
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR Building Audit / Env
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR Pipe leak detection
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR Medical Imaging
ball 2 (995 bytes)Predictive Maintenance
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR Astronomy imaging
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR contraband detection
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR thermogram report
ball 2 (995 bytes)iR Astronomy imaging
ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermography services
ball 2 (995 bytes)Laser Shaft Alignment
ball 2 (995 bytes)Law Enforcement Gear
ball 2 (995 bytes)SNV.jpg (1343 bytes)

Updates; coming soon

Infrared Services and inspections

ball 2 (995 bytes)Infrared Inspections

ball 2 (995 bytes) SPi x26.com web site

Thermal IR image Gallery

ball 2 (995 bytes)THERMAL IR PICTURES

* Thermal IR Movies

Other High Tech Products

ball 2 (995 bytes)SPI Products Home Page
ball 2 (995 bytes)Company  info / Notices

ball 2 (995 bytes)Thermal Site Map

Sierra Pacific Innovations

Telephone #'s

(702) 369-3966

(702) 369-3977 Fax

(805) 320-4204
(After Hours)

e-mail

( C ) SPI all rights reserved

Talk To Us LIVE

IRx_Sierra_Pacific_Innovations.jpg (2524 bytes)

  * Select items on this site require export licensing !

SPI_LGh.jpg (5119 bytes)

spir.jpg (2412 bytes)

SpiEmailer.jpg (946 bytes)

rainbow140.gif (2707 bytes)

 

 

 

 

 

 

how thermal ir imagers work

SBE1.jpg (5388 bytes)  

  street4.jpg (3788 bytes)

   

     Thermal infrared imagers are detector and lens combinations that give a visual representation of infrared energy emitted by all objects above 0  k.  In other words thermal imagers let you "see" heat.  Depending on the sophistication of your system thermography is capable of providing very detailed images of situations invisible to the naked eye.  

agent_rockland_at_SPi.jpg (5554 bytes)

   Thermal images cannot see through walls, although you can gather much information about the inside of the wall as well as what is happening on the other side of the wall.  For example you would not be able to see people and plants  involved in an illegal indoor growing operation from the outside of the building.  You would be able to see and monitor the heat escaping from the building that would be a telltale sign of an illicit growing operation.  Click here for legal cases involving thermal infrared for narcotics detection

You would also be able to see things like studs inside the walls, or damaged insulation in roofing applications.  You cannot hide from thermal imaging by covering yourself in mud to blend in like that movie tough guy.  This might work momentarily, but infrared "heat" energy transfers well when objects are touching.  Your body heat would quickly warm your camouflage resulting in a thermal image.  We hope that dispels a few of the most common questions regarding infrared energy.  Thermal imagers in Hollywood and in real life are very different.  The remainder of this paper will focus on the real life thermal imagers and how they work. 

 

The infrared spectrum

 

The visible light spectrum. Ultraviolet to infra-red. Thermal imagers work in the infrared part of the spectrum.

 

   Thermal energy is transmitted in the infrared wavelength ( 1 micron to 100 microns ).  You can see by the image above that thermal energy is closely related to visible light in that it travels in a wave.   The human eye can only see the narrow middle band of visible light that encompasses all the colors of light in the rainbow.  Thermal infrared imagers translate the energy transmitted in the infrared wavelength into data that can be processed into a visible light spectrum video display.     Visible light is dependent on a light source ( the sun or artificial ) reflecting off an object to be received by our eyes.  Remember, all objects above 0 degrees Kelvin emit thermal infrared energy so thermal imagers can passively  see all objects regardless of ambient light.  This can give you an enormous advantage.  Thermal infrared imaging performs in a wider range of environments than other night vision technologies.  Additionally, IR devices can serve your inspection needs at night or in broad daylight.

 

Heat transmission between objects

         Heat transfer between objects as shown by thermal infrared imager

 

Thermal infrared camera captures IR heat image.
 

    The image on the left shows two adults and a child through an infrared thermal imager.  After a  minute of sitting on the couch the thermal infrared energy of the people is transferred and stored in the couch until they get up.  The image on the right illustrates the fact that all objects radiate heat.  The heat from their bodies that transferred to the couch is now being emitted from the couch and displayed on a thermal imaging device.  No visual light technology can record this type of data.  The properties of heat transmission are more than an interesting novelty, this information can prove useful in a variety of applications.  Law enforcement applications include criminal tracking, land/airborne surveillance, drug facility detection, or vehicles which have been recently operated all from a safe distance, industrial users can detect flaws in manufacturing or weakened insulators, fire safety professionals can detect full  vs. empty flammable storage containers, and forestry workers can easily track game or poachers. Other applications include non destructive testing, process control, predictive/preventative maintenance, building/factory diagnostics, energy audits, roofing/insulation inspection, insurance fraud prevention, veterinary/human medical imaging, border patrol, remote security monitoring, and many more applications being discovered.

focal_plane_array.jpg (4411 bytes)

 

How thermal ir imagers work for you

      sbe9.jpg (3880 bytes) nightsightimg1.jpg (1179 bytes)
 

sierra_pacific_innovations_IR_therm.jpg (6045 bytes)

    Thermal infrared imagers come in different configurations to suit your specific needs.  Some imagers are designed to give you actual temperature measurement of the scene along with a color video representation.  This type of imager is called "radiometric" and is used mostly for industrial ( predictive maintenance, process control, R&D ) and medical ( human & veterinary ) applications.   Other imagers are designed primarily for surveillance and / or  target acquisition environments.  These units can be either hand held or fixed mount remote installations.  The chief differences in surveillance  units is going to be the optical components and the resolution of the imager.  High end units for surveillance and target acquisition scenarios are capable of human detection at over 1 mile and vehicle detection at over 5 miles.  Another type of detector is the aerial surveillance mounted thermal imager.  These units are mounted to aircraft in gyro stabilized all weather housings.  Typically they are remote controlled and are either alone or paired with a CCD TV camera.  Primarily these units are used by law enforcement agencies and electronic news gathering teams. 

vt_ir_tg_spg.jpg (3695 bytes)

 

    This page is very short for such a technical topic and is not meant to be a definitive resource but a very general outline.  At SPI we welcome any questions or comments you might have regarding thermal technologies.  Call us at 805-772-0225 or email us with your questions and you will be responded to immediately.
 

ITAR Disclaimer

  Some  SPI night vision products are subject to the International Trade in Arms Regulations, administered by the US department of state.  Products that fall into this classification may be shipped anywhere in the continental United States of America and Canada only .  All other destinations must be approved by the Department of State.  Please contact the US Department of State for assistance.

SPI Disclaimer

  SPI offers it's products for legal use only.  It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser to determine local, state, and federal regulations prior to purchase.  SPI will not be held responsible for any illegal use of it's products.  SPI reserves the right to refuse shipment to any person for any reason.  Specifications and prices listed in the SPI web site are subject to change without notice.  All images and brand names of products are either copyright SPI or are copyright or trademark of their respective companies.  SPI reserves all rights.   All other companies reserve their respective rights.  No part of this web site may be copied with out the express written consent of SPI and / or  the copyright / trademark owner.