FLIR A8580 MWIR Camera + Complete Active Thermography System

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MoviTHERM’s FLIR A8580 MWIR Camera 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

FLIR A8580 MWIR Camera – Compact HD Thermal Camera

FLIR A8580 MWIR cameras provide the crisp imagery, accurate temperature measurement, and streamlined analysis features needed for industrial, military, and manufacturing R&D applications. The 1.3 MP detector produces high-definition thermal images, while the suite of manual and remote focus lenses allows users to maximize the number of measurement pixels on their target. Simple, single cable connectivity using Gigabit Ethernet or CoaXPress provides complete camera control plus data capturing in FLIR Research Studio software, allowing users to analyze and understand data faster than ever.

  • Advanced Features for Optimal Flexibility: The FLIR A8580 MWIR offers remote triggering, synchronization capabilities, and compatibility with a wide range of manual and remote focus lenses, including microscope lenses.
  • Superior Resolution and Measurement Accuracy: HD resolution, precision focusing, and a built-in filter wheel for quickly switching to high-temperature ranges help ensure you collect accurate, meaningful temperature data.
  • Simplified Analysis & Sharing: FLIR Research Studio’s simple Connect–View–Record–Analyze workflow helps you collect and analyze data quickly and collaborate with your team easily.

About the Active Thermography System

MoviTHERM’s FLIR A8580 MWIR Camera 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

MWIR Model names A8580 A8581 A8582 A8583
Detector Type FLIR Indium antimonide (InSb)
Spectral range 1.5–5.0 µm 3.0–5.0 µm 1.5–5.0 µm 3.0–5.0 µm
Resolution 1280 × 1024
Pixel size 12 µm
Thermal sensitivity/NEDT ≤40 mK (≤30 mK typical) ≤30 mK (≤25 mK typical) ≤40 mK (≤30 mK typical) ≤30 mK (≤25 mK typical)
Well capacity Gain 0: 3.0 Me-, Gain 1: 11.5 Me-
Operability ≥99.5% (≥99.9% typical)
Sensor cooling Linear Sterling cooler
Electronics
Readout Snapshot
Readout modes Asynchronous integrate while read, Asynchronous integrate then read
Synchronization modes Sync In, Sync Out
Image time stamp Yes
Integration time 480 ns to ~full frame
Pixel clock 100 MHz
Frame rate (full window) Programmable; Up to ~45 Hz (GigE), 60 Hz (CXP)
Subwindow mode Flexible windowing down to 32 × 4 (steps of 32 columns, 4 rows)
Dynamic range 14-bit
On-camera image storage None
Radiometric data streaming Gigabit Ethernet (GigE Vision), CoaXPress
Standard video HD-SDI
Command and control GenICam (GigE, CXP), RS-232
Measurement
Standard temperature range -20°C to 300°C (-4°F to 572°F) -20°C to 350°C (-4°F to 662°F), -10°C to 350°C (14°F to 662°F) for microscopes 20°C to 350°C (-4°F to 662°F) -20°C to 350°C (-4°F to 662°F), -10°C to 350°C (14°F to 662°F) for microscopes
Optional temperature range (with band-matched optics) 45°C to 600°C (ND1); 250°C to 2000°C (ND2); 500°C to 3000°C (ND3)
Accuracy ±2°C (±1°C typical) below 100°C, ±2% of reading (±1% typical) above 100°C
Ambient drift compensation (with factory calibration) Yes
Optics
Camera f/# f/2.5 f/2.5 f/4 f/4
Available lenses Manual (broadband): 25 mm, 50 mm, 100 mm. Motorized: TBA Manual or Motorized: 17 mm, 25 mm, 50 mm, 100 mm, 200 mm Manual (broadband): 25 mm, 50 mm, 100 mm. Motorized: TBA Manual or Motorized: 17 mm, 25 mm, 50 mm, 100 mm, 200 mm
Close-up lenses / microscopes 1× (12 μm/pixel) or 3× (4 μm/pixel) 1× (12 μm/pixel) or 3× (4 μm/pixel)
Lens interface FLIR FPO-M (4-tab bayonet, motorized)
Focus Motorized (compatible w/manual lenses)
Filter holder (warm) Internal 4-position motorized filter wheel; factory installed filters
Image/video presentation
Palettes Selectable 8-bit
Automatic gain control Manual, linear, plateau equalization, DDE
Overlay Fixed configuration, can be turned off
Video modes SDI: 720p at 50/59.9/60 Hz, 1080p at 25/29.9/30 Hz
Standard video zoom Automatic, variable
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
Power 24 VDC (< 24 W steady state)
Weight w/o lens 2.3 kg (5 lbs)
Size (L × W × H) w/o lens 226 × 102 × 109 mm (8.9 × 4.0 × 4.3 in.)
Mounting 2x ¼” -20 tapped holes, 1x 3/8”-16 tapped hole, 4x 10-24 tapped holes

Documentation

Active Thermography Brochure

FLIR A8580 MWIR Datasheet