News Release
November 7, 2008
NEC Avio Infrared Technologies Co., Ltd.
NEC Avio Infrared Technologies to Begin Sales of Pocket-Size, Low-Cost
Thermo Shot F30 Series
Japan's smallest & lightest infrared thermography camera
NEC Avio Infrared Technologies Co., Ltd. (Head office: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Shunichi Suzuki) announced its launch of sales of the Thermo Shot F30 Series, the newest addition to the company's infrared thermography lineup. With its updated image, this infrared thermography camera is not only affordable but also the smallest and lightest (*1) among all Japanese-made infrared cameras.
Infrared thermography devices are used to analyze the intensity of infrared rays naturally emitted by objects and then visualize temperature distribution. These devices are currently playing an active role in a wide range of fields in the academic and scientific instrumentation market, including non-contact measurement of electronic equipment and components, nondestructive testing of plant facilities and structures, and cutting-edge research and development applications. Infrared thermography devices are also being installed at quarantine stations in airports and seaports where they are being used for body surface temperature screenings of travelers as part of countermeasures against new strains of influenza.
The new Thermo Shot F30 Series is based on the concept of “stylish and compact." Thanks to its user-friendly design similar to that of a digital camera, an ultra-lightweight body weighing a mere 300 g and the use of eco-friendly AA-size rechargeable batteries, the cameras in this lineup fit in your pocket for easy portability and can be used anytime and anywhere to capture infrared images.
And with functions like focus-free operation and simultaneous storage of visible and thermal images as well as the use of icon operations, these infrared thermography cameras can be easily used by even entry-level users.
NEC Avio Infrared Technologies aims to not only position the new Thermo Shot F30 Series as high-priority strategic products for increasing market share in existing markets but also further expand sales in new markets and industries as well as create new application fields through thermal-loss inspection and exhaust heat evaluation in the environmental field, improved safety and security through the security and disaster prevention market, use as an experimental teaching material in the academic field and blood circulation assessment evaluations in the health industry for sports gyms, esthetic salons and more. NEC Avio Infrared Technologies will continue to contribute to the fields of the environment, safety and security as well as utilize its innovations to achieve an information society friendly to humans and the earth.
- Note 1:
Smallest and lightest among all Japanese-made infrared thermal cameras as of October 2008 according to an in-house survey.
Product Overview
Infrared Thermal Imager
Thermo Shot F30 Series
Product Features
1）Stylish, compact and innovative design
- Ultra-lightweight body weighing approximately 300g with an easily portable design like that of a digital camera.
- Compact enough to fit in your pocket and be taken with you anywhere.
2）User-friendly operation even for entry-level users (Icon menu and focus-free function)
- User-friendly icon menu and Japanese language display (Multilingual display available for 16 languages) for intuitive operation.
- Focusing unnecessary at distances of 1.3 m or more. (Focus free)
3）Temperature display possible for arbitrary points in visual images
(Equipped with measure-on-picture function)
- Equipped with a visual camera (0.7 Megapixels), conversion display and recording of thermal and visual images are possible. Also features a convenient function with which temperatures for specified points in images taken using the visual camera can be displayed.
4）Recording of over 1,000 images possible through use of the SD card (compatible with JPEG data)
- Since it is compatible with JPEG data, browsing and editing can be carried out easily via PC and thermal data analysis can be conducted using optional software.
5）Uses eco-friendly AA-size nickel-hydride rechargeable batteries
6）Three colors available
Orange, blue and black
Primary Applications
- Repair and maintenance for power facilities, plant equipment and various production facilities.
- Thermal loss inspection and exhaust heat evaluation for use in environmental measures.
- Nondestructive inspections including perimeter wall and thermal installation diagnosis checks as well as leakage investigations.
- Quality control of electronic substrates and die assembly facilities as well as product design evaluation.
- On-site temperature management of products at food production and processing facilities.
- Disaster prevention through the use of security and fire prevention detection applications.
For further information regarding the F30 Series
NEC Avio Infrared Technologies Co., Ltd.
Marketing Divisions: Fukuyama and Nakabayashi
Gotanda Kowa Bldg., 1-5, Nishi-Gotanda 8-chome
Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8535, Japan
TEL: 03-5436-1614 / FAX: 03-5436-1395
E-mail: product-irc-e@ml.avio.co.jp
Main Specifications
| Model | F30W | F30S*2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Specifications | Measuring Range | -20 to 350℃ | -20 to 100℃ |
| Resolution | 0.2℃(0.1℃ with S/N improvement) | 0.1℃(at 30℃) | |
| Infrared Detector | Uncooled focal plane array (microbolometer) | ||
| Spectral Range | 8 to 13µm | ||
| Frame Time | 8.5 frames/sec | ||
| Thermal Image Pixels | 160 (H) x 120 (V) pixels | ||
| Field of View | 28°(H) x 21°(V) | ||
| I.F.O.V. | 3.1mrad | ||
| Focusing Range | 10cm to infinity（Temp accuracy not assured at 50cm or closer.） | ||
| Focus | Manual (at 1.3m or over: Focus-free) | ||
| Accuracy | ±2℃ or ±2% whichever is greater | ||
| Measuring Funcitons | Visible Light Camera | Approx. 0.7M pixels | |
| Point Values | Center, max/min, movable (1 point), ΔT | ||
| Emissivity Correction | Provided | ||
| Background Compensation | Provided | ||
| Isotherm | Provided | ||
| Alarm | Display alarm, color alarm | ||
| Image Improvement | Provided | ||
| Color Palette | 3 types available | ||
| Image Display | Monitor | 2.7" LCD | |
| Image Storage | Format | JPEG with data（for post analysis & temp scale change） | |
| Storage Medium | SD card | ||
| Thumbnail Display | 9 images | ||
| Interface | USB 2.0 | Provided | |
| Video Output | Provided | ||
| Power Supply | Batteries | Rechargeable NiMH batteries (3 pcs) | |
| AC Power | Available with an optional AC adapter | ||
| Sleep Mode | Provided | ||
| Automatic Shutoff | Provided | ||
| Environmental Specifications | Operating Temperature | -15 to 50℃ | |
| Protection | IP43 | ||
| Dimensions | Approx. 100 x 65 x 45mm | ||
| Weight | Approx 300g (including 3 batteries) | ||
- Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
- Described company name and model are brand name or registration of trademark.
- Note 2: Release date of F30S is to be announced.