FLIR X6980 MWIR + Complete Active Thermography System
MoviTHERM’s FLIR X6980 MWIR non‐destructive testing systems use active thermography for the reliable detection of delaminations, impact damages, “near side” defects, water inclusions, debondings, and other defects. The system achieves precise measurements and is ideal for inspecting composites, metals, semiconductors, microelectronics, batteries, ceramics, and more.
Our irNDT system accommodates a wide range of irNDT measurement methods, including: Flash‐Thermography, Lock‐In Thermography, Transient Thermography, and Vibro‐Thermography. It also works with multiple excitation sources and with cooled or uncooled infrared camera systems.
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Description
About the FLIR X6980 MWIR Camera
The FLIR X6980 MWIR is an extraordinarily fast midwave IR camera designed for scientists and engineers who need to capture high-speed imagery for accurate thermal analysis and custom radiometric measurements. This thermal imaging camera combines 640 × 512 resolution with blazing-fast frame rates, allowing researchers to record stop motion on fast-moving subjects or rapid temperature changes—whether in the lab or on the test range. With a four-position motorized filter wheel and support for FLIR motorized focus lenses, the X6980 will provide higher quality recordings, save time, and mitigate frustration in dynamic acquisition environments.
- High Resolution, High Speed: Record crisply-focused, full 640 × 512 resolution thermal images at up to 1004 Hz with very low noise
- On Camera RAM & SSD Recording: Save up to 26,000 frames of data directly to on-camera memory or up to 15 minutes to included 512 GB SSD
- Multiple Software Interfaces: Stream thermal data directly to a computer to view, record, and analyze with FLIR Research Studio
About the Active Thermography System
MoviTHERM’s FLIR X6980 MWIR non‐destructive testing systems use active thermography for the reliable detection of delaminations, impact damages, “near side” defects, water inclusions, debondings, and other defects. The system achieves precise measurements and is ideal for inspecting composites, metals, semiconductors, microelectronics, batteries, ceramics, and more.
Our irNDT system accommodates a wide range of irNDT measurement methods, including: Flash‐Thermography, Lock‐In Thermography, Transient Thermography, and Vibro‐Thermography. It also works with multiple excitation sources and with cooled or uncooled infrared camera systems.
Features:
- Non‐contact irNDT
- Works with cooled and uncooled IR Cameras
- Compatible with multiple irNDT methods
- Effective even on low emissivity targets
- Modular hardware and software
- Configurable for different geometries and materials
What is Active Thermography?
Active thermography is an effective method for non-destructive testing of materials involving the induction of heat flow in a test object by external excitation. The heat flow within the test object is influenced by internal conditions and measured on the surface by an IR camera. This technique detects not only the smallest surface defects, but also internal structural defects under the surface.
Active vs Passive Thermography
Active and passive thermography are techniques used for detecting heat patterns and abnormalities in various applications. While passive thermography relies on naturally occurring temperature changes, active thermography introduces an external energy source to create thermal contrast.
How does the system work?
MoviTHERM’s modular irNDT system works by utilizing active thermography. A heat source provides the inspected material with a thermal excitation. The flow of thermal energy through the material has a direct effect on surface temperatures. The surface temperature is recorded over a certain time period with an infrared camera and analyzed by the irNDT software.
The software produces an image that provides information about the internal structure of the material.
- Non-Contact Defect Detection: Active thermography reveals the most subtle defects that are visibly undetectable.
- Flexible & Expandable: Upgrade a system by adding excitation sources, irNDT methods, and higher end IR cameras.
- irNDT Made Easy: Complex analysis technology is simplified for dependable inspection results.
The Software Interface
Specifications
Camera Specifications
| System Overview | |
|---|---|
| Detector Type | FLIR indium antimonide (InSb) |
| Spectral Range | 3.0–5.0 μm or 1.5–5.0 μm |
| Resolution | 640 × 512 |
| Detector Pitch | 25 μm |
| Thermal Sensitivity/NETD | 20 mK typical |
| Operability | >99.95% typical |
| Sensor Cooling | Closed cycle rotary |
| Electronics | |
| Readout Type | Snapshot |
| Readout Modes | Asynchronous integrate while read, Asynchronous integrate then read |
| Synchronization Modes | Sync-in, Tri-Level Sync, Sync-out |
| Image Time Stamp | Internal IRIG-B decoder clock TSPI accurate time stamp |
| Trigger Modes | Trigger In, Record Start, Header Based |
| Minimum Integration Time | 270 ns |
| Pixel Clock | 355 MHz |
| Frame Rate (Full Window) | Programmable; 0.0015 Hz to 1004 Hz |
| Subwindow Mode | Flexible windowing down to 32 × 4 (steps of 32 columns, 4 rows) |
| Dynamic Range | 14-bit |
| On-Camera Image Storage | RAM (volatile): 16 GB RAM included SSD (non-volatile): 512 GB included (compatible with 4 TB) Data transfer: SSD to Research Studio via data streaming buses |
| Radiometric Data Streaming | Simultaneous Gigabit Ethernet (GigE Vision), Camera Link, CoaXPress® 1.1, dual 5 Gb links |
| Standard Video | HDMI, SDI |
| Command and Control | GigE, USB, RS-232, Camera Link, CXP (GenICam protocol supported over GigE or CXP) |
| Temperature Measurement | |
| Standard Temperature Range | -20°C to 350°C (-4°F to 662°F) |
| Optional Temperature Range | Up to 3,000°C (5,432°F) |
| Accuracy | ≤100°C/212°F: ±2°C (±1°C typical) >100°C/212°F: ±2% of reading (±1% typical) |
| Optics | |
| Camera f/Number | f/2.5 or f/4.1 |
| Motorized Lenses | 3.0–5.0 μm: 17 mm, 25 mm, 50 mm, 100 mm, 200 mm |
| Manual Lenses | 3.0–5.0 μm: 17 mm, 25 mm, 50 mm, 100 mm, 200 mm Broadband (1.0–5.0 μm): 25 mm, 50 mm, 100 mm |
| Micro/Macro Lenses | 3.0–5.0 μm: 1x, 3x, 5x, 50 mm close focus f/4.1 only: 1×20 cm long working distance (LWD) |
| Lens Interface | FLIR FPO-M (4-tab bayonet, motorized) |
| Focus | Motorized (compatible with manual) |
| Filtering | 4-Position warm filter wheel, standard 1-inch filters |
| Image/Video Presentation | |
| Palettes | Selectable 8-bit |
| Automatic Gain Control | Manual, Linear, Plateau equalization, ROI, DDE |
| Overlay | Customizable (ability to toggle off) |
| Video Modes | SDI: 720p@50/59.9, 1080p@25/29.97 |
| Digital Zoom | 1x, Auto (best fit) |
| General | |
| Operating Temperature Range | -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F) |
| Power | 24 VDC (< 50 W steady state) |
| Weight w/Handle, w/o Lens | 6.35 kg (14 lbs) |
| Size (L × W × H) w/o Lens or Handle | 249 × 157 × 147 mm (9.8 × 6.2 × 5.8 in) |
| Mounting | 2 x ¼ in. -20, 1 x 3/8 in. -16, 4 x #10 -24 |
