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Thermal Image

A thermal image can be captured with a infrared camera. To acquire the thermal image, the infrared radiation, which is generated by the heat of an object, is recorded by a thermographic camera. Every object with a temperature higher than absolute zero emits infrared radiation, which is invisible to the human eye. 

Displaying Temperature Distribution by Means of a Thermal Image

With the aid of the software series IRBIS® 3 by InfraTec you can evaluate and document thermal images effectively and comfortably. These thermograms are displayed in a so-called false colour image. A specific temperature is assigned to every point on the thermogram. The temperatures are then displayed as a specific colour, which is determined by the selected colour palette. Numerous operations to evaluate thermographic images are available, for instance the designation of measurement fields, the display of temperature profiles or the display of minimum and maximum temperatures. 

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Further Information about Thermal Images

Extensive evaluation is possible with further features and options. The modular software concept of the IRBIS® 3 series allows an individual and customised software layout for every application field and is therefore suited for the universal evaluation of all different types of thermal images. Multiple software packages, tailored for different performance levels, are available: IRBIS® 3, IRBIS® 3 plus and IRBIS® 3 professional.

InfraTec also offers an evaluation package for thermographic construction analysis by means of thermal investigation with the software FORNAX 2. This package is based on an implemented material- and climatic database and therefore allows extensive construction calculations and evaluations.

Overview of thermograpic software

InfraTec Cameras for the Acquisition of Thermal Images

  • High End Camera Series ImageIR from InfraTec
    High-end cameras

    High-end cameras

    The high-end thermographic systems of the product series ImageIR® are designed for highly demanding applications in the field of research and development, for non-destructive testing as well as process monitoring. They are based on a modular design concept enabling excellent adjustment to the respective applications. The optical channel consists of an interchangeable infrared lens as well as application-specifically usable apertures, filters, reference and optical elements. Highly accurate robust precision engineering in combination with computer-controlled sensors and actuating elements ensure radiometric stability amongst all application conditions. Cooled focal plane array detectors of different types (InSb, MCT) come into operation working in snapshot mode. The detector assortment ranges from formats with (320 x 256) IR pixels up to (1,920 x 1,536) IR pixels. Depending on the type of detector and camera equipment, frame rates up to 25,000 Hz can be achieved. 

  • Infrared camera models for stationary use
    Industrial thermal cameras

    Industrial thermal cameras

    Cameras of most different performance count among the class of industrial thermal cameras. Based on cooled and uncooled detectors of various types and formats entry level cameras as well as high-end models can be found here. Rugged, extreme resistant camera housings with a high protection degree are common to all. Compact dimensions and the equipment with numerous interfaces facilitate the integration into existing system environments. That is a reason why industrial thermal cameras are applied in various turnkey thermographic automation solutions from InfraTec.

  • Professional handheld infrared camera models from InfraTec
    Professional and universal cameras

    Professional and universal cameras

    The infrared camera series VarioCAM® High Definition and VarioCAM® HDx are manufactured in Germany and impress with outstanding performance parameters. Both open up numerous applications for users. Their concept is based on high-performance uncooled microbolometer detectors of the latest generation. Designed for the professional handheld and fixed mount usage these cameras − as required – are available on geometric resolutions of (640 x 480) IR pixels and (1,024 x 768) IR pixels. The combination of an outstanding thermal resolution and high-luminosity precision optics enables for crystal clear images to be captured. Professional and universal cameras can be applied in nearly every field of application ranging from building thermography to maintenance and to quality assurance or complex tasks in research and development.

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    Active Thermography

    Active Thermography

    Make use of active thermography for non-destructive and contact-free material testing, for both automated inline and offline solutions.

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    Additive Manufacturing

    Additive Manufacturing

    By in-line monitoring of thermal process parameters, infrared cameras from InfraTec support the optimisation of additive manufacturing processes.

  • thermography for aerial photography
    Aerial Thermography

    Aerial Thermography

    Detect persons and objects in the field or monitor wide-area geologic properties or environmental damages.

  • thermal imaging in aviation
    Aerospace Industry

    Aerospace Industry

    Comply with highest security demands by applying state-of-the-art infrared camera systems.

  • thermal imaging for automotive applications
    Automotive Industry

    Automotive Industry

    Infrared camera systems help you to secure a high product quality in production and at your suppliers.

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    Bonding and Sealing

    Bonding and Sealing

    Users can utilise infrared cameras during bonding and sealing to monitor and control various technological parameters. This includes the geometry of the adhesive application, adhesive temperature and adherend temperature, curing temperature as well as the adhesive bond.

  • building thermography
    Building Thermography

    Building Thermography

    Save money doing thermographic building inspections by using a high performance infrared camera and expert software.

  • thermal imaging in chemical industry
    Chemical Industry

    Chemical Industry

    Systematically control reactive process heat and display with infrared camera systems of InfraTec.

  • thermal imaging in electronics
    Electronics & Electrical Engineering

    Electronics & Electrical Engineering

    Measure temperature distributions of smallest electronic components with infrared cameras.

  • thermal imaging for environmental studies
    Environmental Studies

    Environmental Studies

    Look for smallest temperature differences in landscapes, biotopes and labs using infrared camera models of highest measurement precision.

  • thermal imaging in glass industry
    Glass Industry

    Glass Industry

    Measure correctly temperature distributions behind and on glass by using selected spectral filters.

  • high-speed thermography
    High-Speed Thermography

    High-Speed Thermography

    Get even faster and analyze temperatures at highest process speeds.

  • thermal imaging to inspect electrical installations
    Inspection of Electrical Installations

    Inspection of Electrical Installations

    Search electrical installations or high-voltage nets with infrared camera systems for dangerous hotspots.

  • thermal imaging for predictive maintenance
    Inspection of Mechanical Assemblies

    Inspection of Mechanical Assemblies

    Thermography reveals irregularities in heating of mechanical components in time.

  • Laser Industry

    Laser Industry

    High-end thermography in heat-generating laser applications in materials processing.

  • thermal imaging for material testing
    Material Testing

    Material Testing

    Save time and costs by non-destructively testing components with infrared camera systems by InfraTec.

  • Thermal imaging of a horse
    Medicine

    Medicine

    Infrared camera systems help you to efficiently diagnose multiple illnesses with high certainty.

  • thermal imaging in metallurgy
    Metallurgy

    Metallurgy

    Efficiently reduce the energy consumption of your metallurgic processes using infrared camera systems.

  • microthermography
    Micro-Thermography

    Micro-Thermography

    Micro-thermography allows for the thermal analysis of extremely small structures in the micrometer range, providing a detailed representation of the temperature distribution on complex electronic assemblies and components.

  • thermal imaging to inspect phovoltaic installations
    Photovoltaic Inspection

    Photovoltaic Inspection

    Take advantage of thermography in order to visualise defects on existing and running photovoltaic installations.

  • thermal imaging for asset inspections
    Plant Inspection

    Plant Inspection

    Using infrared camera systems and thermographic software by InfraTec will make you more efficient and more productive.

  • thermal imaging in plastic industry
    Plastics Industry

    Plastics Industry

    Cost-efficiently control die-casting and extrusion processes by means of infrared camera systems.

  • thermal imaging for security tasks
    Security Applications

    Security Applications

    Observation tasks for applications like investigation, remote surveillance, border guard and the protection of critical infrastructure are great challenges for the related authorities. Powerful infrared cameras are getting more and more indispensable nowadays.

  • spectral ir thermography
    Spectral Thermography

    Spectral Thermography

    Using precision filters for specific applications you will measure exactly those spectral ranges being of interest to you.

  • thermal imaging for thermal optimisation
    Thermal Optimisation

    Thermal Optimisation

    Identify possible problems already in the development phase well before serial production.

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    Automated thermographic solutions from InfraTec provide you with reliable information about even the smallest temperature developments and distributions - efficiently and cost-effectively. Based on our proven modular system, we configure a system for you that is tailored to your specific requirements. All components such as thermographic cameras, transmission and display devices, industrial PC and software are suitable for continuous industrial operation. You can use ATEX-certified protective housings and pan/tilt heads wherever the ambient conditions require it.

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    Full Service Package

    For more than 30 years InfraTec has been providing comprehensive service in addition to high-end thermographic cameras. For example, you can have your camera recalibrated by us. On the basis of a project analysis, we assist you in the realization of thermographic measurements and tests. In the event of a malfunction, you will receive extensive support from our in-house service department via remote maintenance. Let’s find out, what we can do for you.

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    InfraTec offers high-quality accessories for all camera series. This allows users to flexibly adapt their camera to changing test and measurement environments and optimize it for daily indoor and outdoor use. The corresponding components are specially designed for the corresponding model and open up new possibilities – for current applications and new tasks.