FireRescue1 is focusing on news and information about Thermal Imaging throughout the month of February. Check out some of these products and providers currently on FireRescue1.
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The Most Advanced Thermal Imaging Camera from the Argus4 Range by e2v
The Argus4 HR320 is a high-resolution version of the Argus4 camera, offering the familiar, simple-to-operate, configuration of the standard Argus4. It is extremely light, at less than 3lbs, and robust. Its fully automatic operation requires no control or adjustment in use. The camera is light enough to be held in one hand, but rugged enough for the harshest of environments. The Argus HR320 has a high resolution 320 x 240 pixel detector, high definition LCD screen, X2 and X4 zoom facility and SceneSave™ image capture for 100 images. It also provides spot and ambient temperature measurements, allowing for accurate assessment of site temperatures, and identification of specific danger points. Visit www.argusdirect.com for more information or to request a call to discuss your needs.
Photon Camera System from FLIR Systems’s Core by Indigo
This Photon infrared camera core is based on a 320x240 commercially-developed, military-qualified (CDMQ) LWIR thermal imaging camera. Photon 320s are widely used in handheld firefighting safety instruments, and are the best-selling IR payload camera for small unmanned vehicles, including the Raven-B. Over 25,000 Photon 320 uncooled cameras have been delivered for use by integrators in a wide variety of applications. Superior LWIR image quality is achieved using FLIR’s 320x240 VOx uncooled microbolometer arrays that operate without a TEC over a temperature range of -40 to +80 degrees C. For more information, visit www.corebyindigo.com or call 503-498-3092.
Evolution® 5000 Series Thermal Imaging Cameras from MSA
More and more, the Fire Service is expanding its use of TIC operations and training. Until now, almost every new thermal imaging camera had its own way of displaying temperature, remote transmitter activation, over-temperature warnings, and other TIC functions. This lack of consistency can lead to confusion and need for additional training. To reduce this confusion, MSA has designed the Evolution 5800 with consistency of training built in. Fit, form, and function are the same as the Evolution 5800’s predecessors, the popular Evolution 5200 and 5600 TICs. For more information, call 877-MSA-FIRE or visit online at www.msafire.com.
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