Optris Xi 1M spot-finder infrared camera

Spot-finder infrared cameras combine the advantages of infrared cameras and infrared thermometers. They measure the temperatures for each pixel and identify the maximum temperature within the image at 20 Hz. The Xi 1M from Optris has a resolution of 396 x 300 pixels and is housed in a compact, robust housing so it can be easily integrated into various applications. With a manual motorised focus, the image can be quickly focused using the supplied software.

With a spectral range of 0.85 to 1.1 µm, the Xi 1M is designed for temperature measurement on metal surfaces, melts, graphite or ceramics. The continuous temperature measuring range of 450 to 1800°C is relevant for many applications in metal processing. The camera does not require a measuring range switchover: the integrated spot-finder function automatically measures the highest temperature within the camera’s field of view. This is particularly advantageous in metallurgy, for example, when the molten metal is partially covered by slag.

Up to nine freely definable measuring fields can be further processed as analog outputs (optionally 0/4–20 mA or 0–10 V) or output as alarms via relay outputs.

The Xi 1M can be configured for autonomous operation, the temperature values transmitted via a direct analog output. Fast Ethernet, USB 2.0 and RS485 are available as digital interfaces. Industrial Ethernet interfaces like Modbus TCP or EtherNet/IP are also available as an option.