Breakthrough in Infrared Technology

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A new thermal imager, the first uncooled 10-micron thermal camera core on the market for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), has been launched by Leonardo DRS. The Tenum 640 is ideal for surveillance and security applications; ground and aerial unmanned platforms for first responders, agri-business and hazmat operations; and personal vision systems for outdoor sporting. The camera core will also be available to the military for a variety of uses.

The thermal camera module combines ultra-small pixel structure with its ultra-sensitive vanadium oxide micro-bolometer sensor and a 640 x 512 array. It provides exceptional longwave infrared (LWIR) imaging quality and detection up to 60 frames per second.

The company claims that the system, which weighs as little as 29 grams, is the most advanced, uncooled and cost-effective infrared sensor design currently available to OEM’s.

The thermal camera is available with or without optics. Optional lenses include 7.7 mm, 15 mm, and 20 mm.  

According to prnewswire.com, each sealed lens and lens mount is environmentally-rated IP67; the camera enclosure is designed for rugged and extreme temperatures, operating from -40° F (-40 °C) to 176°F (+80°C).