Cooling the Way: Thermal Camera for Industrial Automation

FLIR, a leading provider of thermal imaging solutions, has recently unveiled its latest innovation in the form of the FLIR A6301 – the company's smallest cooled midwave thermal imaging camera specifically designed for 24/7 inspection and automation applications.

The FLIR A6301 is set to revolutionize production lines by enhancing efficiency and improving product quality. With the ability to capture high-speed product movement with up to 20 times less motion blur, this camera ensures precise temperature readings even in dynamic environments. Its rapid integration times, coupled with its compact size, significantly reduce image blur, making it ideal for on-the-go temperature monitoring.

Measuring at just 200 × 76 × 92 mm (7.9 × 3.0 × 3.6 in) without the lens, the FLIR A6301 is the smallest commercial-cooled camera platform ever developed by FLIR. This compact size aims to address the challenges of system integration, allowing for seamless incorporation of additional sensors within a broader automation system. The camera boasts a field of view of 31.5° × 25.5° across a spectrum of 3.0–5.0 μm, making it versatile for a range of applications.

Utilizing advanced machine learning and deep learning methods, the FLIR A6301 can detect small thermal variations and accurately measure temperatures on moving products. This capability empowers machine builders and integrators to enhance throughput, reduce disruptions, and minimize downtime through sharper measurements. The camera's purpose-built interfaces, commands, and connectors adhere to industry standards, ensuring easy implementation.

According to Jerry Beeney, Business Development Director at FLIR, "The A6301 camera offers a new level of thermal imaging capabilities for process control and quality assurance applications in the manufacturing industry. FLIR is driving the market forward with the latest in thermal imaging automation innovation, meeting the demanding requirements for production floors while delivering platform flexibility for integrators, all in a single solution."

The FLIR A6301 Standard kit includes the advanced thermal camera, accessories, and a choice of 17 mm, 24 mm, or 50 mm lens options. For more information on the FLIR A6301, visit FLIR's official website.