FLIR RS8500
High-Speed MWIR Camera for Range & Science Applications
The FLIR RS8500 MWIR infrared camera system is a high-performance thermal camera and infrared telescope combined in a single weatherproof housing, specifically designed for long-range tracking and measurement applications including military range, aerospace, and outdoor research. Built around a high-resolution 1280 × 1024 midwave indium antimonide detector with the ability to deliver data up to 180 frames per second, the RS8500 provides 24% more pixels and a 46% faster frame speed than the previous model. Multiple simultaneous data and video output options allow the camera to be easily integrated into most data acquisition systems.
Specifications
| Highlighted | |
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| Resolution | 1280 × 1024 |
| Detector Pitch | 12 μm |
| Spectral Range | 3.0–5.0 μm |
| Detector Type | Indium antimonide |
| Camera f_number | f/5 |
| Thermal Sensitivity_NETD | 25 mK typical |
| Frame Rate [Full Window] | Programmable; 0.0015 Hz to 181 Hz |
| Integration Time | 270 ns to ~full frame |
| ND Filter Wheel | FLIR RS8513 InSb (3.0-5.0 µm): 4-position motorized filter wheel, standard 1-inch ND filters must be factory installed FLIR RS8523 InSb (3.0-5.0 µm): 4-position motorized filter wheel, standard 1-inch ND filters must be factory installed |
| Focus | Motorized FOV/focus |
| Imaging & Optical | |
|---|---|
| Analog Overlay | Customizable |
| Camera f_number | f/5 |
| Detector Pitch | 12 μm |
| Detector Type | Indium antimonide |
| Digital Zoom | 1x, 4x, 4:3 |
| Focus | Motorized FOV/focus |
| Frame Rate [Full Window] | Programmable; 0.0015 Hz to 181 Hz |
| Image Time Stamp | Internal precision timestamp. IRIG-B AM decoder, TSPI accurate |
| Integration Time | 270 ns to ~full frame |
| Lens | 120–1200 mm zoom (metric, low-latency metadata) |
| Lens Cover | Optional, motorized |
| ND Filter Wheel | FLIR RS8513 InSb (3.0-5.0 µm): 4-position motorized filter wheel, standard 1-inch ND filters must be factory installed FLIR RS8523 InSb (3.0-5.0 µm): 4-position motorized filter wheel, standard 1-inch ND filters must be factory installed |
| Operability | >99.5% (99.9% typical) |
| Palette | Selectable 8-bit |
| Pixel Clock | 355 mHz |
| Radiometric Data Streaming | FLIR RS8513 InSb (3.0-5.0 µm): Gigabit Ethernet (GigE Vision), CXP (5 Gb Dual Link) FLIR RS8523 InSb (3.0-5.0 µm): Gigabit Ethernet (GigE Vision), Camera Link Full Fiber, CXP (5 Gb Dual Link) |
| Readout Modes | Asynchronous integrate while read Asynchronous integrate then read |
| Readout Type | Snapshot |
| Resolution | 1280 × 1024 |
| Sensor Cooling | Closed cycle linear |
| Spectral Range | 3.0–5.0 μm |
| Standard Video | HD-SDI |
| Subwindow Modes | Flexible |
| Thermal Sensitivity_NETD | 25 mK typical |
| Video Modes | HD: 720p/59.9/50 Hz, (SMPTE 296M) 1080p/29.9/25 Hz (SMPTE 274M) |
| Measurement & Analysis | |
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| Camera size [L x W x H] | 889 × 308 × 312 mm (35 × 12.125 × 12.3 in) |
| Communication & Data Storage | |
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| Command and Control | GigE, RS-232, CXP (GenICam protocol supported over GigE or CXP) |
| Synchronization Modes | Sync In, Sync Out, Trigger In |
| General | |
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| Weight | Approximately 43.2 kg (95 lbs) without motorized lens cover |
| Power | |
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| Power | 24 V nominal, 20-28 V acceptable |
| Environmental & Certifications | |
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| Chassis IP Rating | IP65 |
| Mounting | 15 x 3/8”-16 tapped holes |
| Operating Temperature Range | -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F ) |
Accessories
Resources & Support
Datasheet
RS8500 Datasheet
Datasheet
RS8500 Datasheet A4
Warranty
FLIR Solutions Cooled Camera Limited Warranty
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