FLIR X8500sc MWIR

High-Speed, High Definition Thermal Cameras

The FLIR X8500sc is a highly sensitive, high-speed, high definition MWIR
camera designed for scientists, researchers, and engineers. It has all the
features needed for research and science: from on-camera RAM/SSD recording
to a four-position motorized filter wheel. Plus, by combining HD resolution with
high-speed frame rates, the X8500sc allows researchers to fully image the
scene and stop motion on high-speed events – whether they’re in the lab or on
the test range.

High-Speed HD Recording
The X8500sc can record 180 frames per second at a full 1280 x 1024 pixel
resolution, for true HD high-speed thermal imaging. Windowing allows for
even faster frame rates, up to 29,134 Hz. Integration times down to 270 ns
at full frame allow for stop-motion action on fast moving and ensure accurate
measurements. The X8500sc records up to 36 seconds to on-camera RAM with
zero dropped frames. Playback from RAM or save to the removable FLIR DVIR
solid-state drive in just 90 seconds, and be ready to begin a new recording.

Advanced Spectral Filtering Options
The FLIR X8500sc incorporates an easy access, four-position motorized filter
wheel that permits filter exchange in any environment. The camera automatically
determines filter ID and corresponding calibrations. Add custom cold filters for
more tailored spectral filtering requirements.

Streaming, Synchronizing, and Triggering
The X8500sc streams high-speed 14-bit data simultaneously over Gigabit
Ethernet, Camera Link, and CoaXpress for live viewing, analysis, or recording.
Trigger options such as the external BNC connector input make the X8500sc
ideal for high-speed, high sensitivity applications. Sync In/Out allows for
precisely coordinated image capture of each frame of data.

Software
The X8500sc camera works seamlessly with FLIR ResearchIR Max software,
enabling intuitive viewing and recording, and advanced processing of the
thermal data. The GigE Vision®/GenICam compliant Ethernet allows you to plug
and play with ResearchIR or third-party software programs, such as Mathworks®
MATLAB. An optional Software Developers Kit (SDK) is available, or use
industry-standard GigE Vision toolkits.

Key Features
• 180 Hz, 1280 x 1024 resolution high-speed imaging
• Up to 36 seconds of on-camera RAM recording with FLIR DVIR
• Synchronization with other instruments and events
• Full GenICam support over GigE, CXP, and Camera Link interfaces
• Four-position motorized filter wheel with automatic filter recognition

Specifications

Detector Type: FLIR indium antimonide (InSb)
Spectral Range: 3.0 – 5.0 μm or 1.5 – 5.0 μm
Resolution: 1280 x 1024
Detector Pitch: 12 μm
Thermal Sensitivity/NEdT: < 20 mK*
Well Capacity: 3 M electrons/11.5 M electrons
Operability: > 99.5% (> 99.95% typical)
Sensor Cooling: Closed cycle linear

Electronics/Imaging
Readout: Snapshot
Readout Modes: Asynchronous integrate while read - Asynchronous integrate then read
Synchronization Modes: Genlock, Sync-in, Sync-out
Image Time Stamp: Internal IRIG-B decoder clock TSPI accurate time stamp
Minimum Integration Time: 270 ns
Pixel Clock: 355 MHz
Frame Rate: (Full Window) Programmable; 0.0015 Hz to 180 Hz
Subwindow Mode: Flexible windowing down to 64 x 4 (steps of 32 columns, 4 rows)
Dynamic Range: 14-bit
On-Camera Image Storage: RAM (volatile): 16 GB, up to 6500 frames, full frame SSD(non-volatile): >4 TB
Radiometric Data Streaming: Simultaneous Gigabit Ethernet (GigE Vision®), Camera Link, CoaXPress (CXP)
Standard Video: HDMI, SDI, NTSC, PAL
Command and Control: GigE, RS-232, Camera Link, CXP (GenICam protocol supported over GigE, CXP, or Camera Link)

Temperature Measurement
Standard Temperature Range: -20°C to 350°C (-4°F to 662°F)
Optional Temperature Range: Up to 3000°C (5,432°F)
Accuracy: ± 2°C or ± 2% of reading

Optics
Camera f/Number: f/2.5 or f/4
Available Lenses (Uses FLIR HDC Optics): 3-5 μm: 17 mm, 25 mm, 50 mm, 100 mm, 200 mm, Broadband (1.5-5 µm): 25 mm, 50 mm, 100 mm
Close-up Lenses/Microscopes: 1x, 4x (3–5 μm, requires f/4.1 camera)
Lens Interface: FLIR HDC (4-tab bayonet)
Focus: Manual
Filtering: Filter wheel, standard 1-inch filters (2 filters/wheel position)

Image/Video Presentation
Palettes: Selectable 8-bit
Automatic Gain Control: Manual, Linear, Plateau equalization, ROI, DDE
Overlay: Customizable (IRIG-B, Date, Integration time, Internal temp, Frame rate, Sync mode, Cooler hours)
Video Modes: HDMI/HD-SDI: 720p/25/29.9/50/59.9 Hz, 1080p/25/29.9 Hz
Composite: NTSC, PAL
Digital Zoom: 1x, 4x, 4:3

General
Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F)
Shock / Vibration: 40 g, 11 msec ½ sine pulse/4.3 g RMS random vibration all 3 axes
Weight w/Handle, w/o Lens: 6.35 kg (14 lbs)
Size (L x W x H) w/o Lens, Handle: 249 x 158 x 147 mm (9.8 x 6.2 x 5.8 in.)
Mounting: 2 x 1/4-20 tapped holes, 1 x 3/8-16 taped holes, 4 x 10-24 tapped holes, Side: 3x 1/4-20 tapped holes