FLIR A50/A70 Thermal Cameras

The FLIR A50 and A70 thermal imaging cameras are the right choice for users who want camera control and image streaming capabilities over Ethernet, as well as the flexibility to perform analysis and capture raw thermal signature data with their preferred software application. With Wi-Fi, integrated vision cameras, streaming of compressed radiometric images, and ONVIF S compatibility options, these small and lightweight fixed-focus automation cameras simplify process control and quality assurance to increase yield, product quality, and cycle time while reducing costs.

FLIR A50/70 Image Streaming

Optimize quality and production

• With quick access to thermal characteristics at resolutions up to 640 × 480 (307,200 pixels) and ±2 °C accuracy, users can optimize production settings and quality.

Very easy integration

• The cameras are GigE Vision and GenlCam compatible, allowing them to be used with camera control and thermal/visual image video streaming via Ethernet in third-party image processing software.

Rugged and easy to install

• The IP66-rated camera is very lightweight, and thanks to the M8/12 connectors, can be installed in any location with multiple mounting Options.

FLIR A50 and A70 cameras with smart sensors are ideal for users who need integrated camera analytics and alerts for condition monitoring and early fire detection. With Wi-Fi, integrated vision cameras and ONVIF S compatibility options, FLIR A50/A70 cameras are a flexible, configurable solution to meet the unique needs of automation customers in a variety of industries. When used as system components in cloud and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions, the A50/A70 cameras can help companies protect assets, increase safety, maximize uptime and reduce maintenance costs.

FLIR A50/70 Image Streaming

Optimize quality and production

• Access thermal parameters quickly using a large-area non-contact temperature sensor with up to 640 × 480 (307,200 pixels) resolution and ±2 °C accuracy.

Very easy integration

• Simplify integration with smart thermal sensors that communicate with industry-standard protocols and video management systems, including HMI, SCADA, and optional ONVIF S compatibility.

Rugged and easy to install

• Lightweight IP66-rated cameras with M8/12 connectors can be easily installed anywhere with a variety of mounting Options.

Technical data

• Digital inputs: 2× opto-isolated, Vin(low)= 0-1,5V, Vin(high)= 3-25V
• purpose digital output: as measuring function of alarm output to external device | error (NC)
• Digital outputs: 3x opto-isolated, 0 - 48 V DC, max. 350 mA; solid state opto relay; 1x as error output (NC)
• EMC: ETSI EN 301 489-1 (radio) | ETSI EN 301 489-17 (radio) | EN 61000-4-8 (magnetic field) | FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class B (radiation USA) | ISO 13766-1 (EMC - civil engineering machinery) | EN ISO 14982 (EMC - agricultural and forestry machinery)
• aperture number: 1.4
• Image frequency: 30 Hz
• Thermal sensitivity / NETD: < 35 mK
• Accuracy: ±2 °C or ±2 % of reading, for ambient temperature of 15°C-35°C and object temperature above 0°C
• Alarm function: 10 spot meters 10 rectangles and masking polygons (total number) 3 deltas (difference of any value/reference/external shutter) 2 isotherms (up/down/interval) 2 iso-cover 1 reference temperature 2 lines 1 polyline
• Alarm output: Digital output Email (SMTP) (Push) Ethernet/IP (Pull) File transfer (FTP) (Push) Modbus TCP Client (Push) Modbus TCP Server (Pull) MQTT (Push) ONVIF events (Push) Query via RESTful API (Pull) Save image or video 

COMMUNICATION AND DATA STORAGE

• Digital outputs: 3x opto-isolated, 0 - 48 V DC, max. 350 mA; solid state opto relays; 1x as error output (NC)
• digital inputs: 2× opto-isolated, Vin(low)= 0-1.5V, Vin(high)= 3-25V
• Ethernet: Control, image, result and power supply
• Ethernet communication: based on FLIR proprietary TCP/IP socket
• Ethernet protocols: Ethernet/IP, IEEE 1588, Modbus TCP, MQTT, SNMP, TCP, UDP, SNTP, RTSP, RTP, HTTP, HTTPS, ICMP, IGMP, sftp (server), FTP (client), SMTP, DHCP, MDNS (Bonjour), uPnP
• Ethernet standard: IEEE 802.3
• Ethernet power supply: Power over Ethernet, PoE IEEE 802.3af class 3
• Ethernet type: 1000 Mbit/s
• Purpose digital output: As measuring function of alarm output to external device | error (NC)
• purpose digital input: NUC, disable NUC, alarm

IMAGING AND OPTICAL DATA

• Image frequency: 30 Hz
• aperture: 1.4
• focal length: 14.3 mm
• detector pitch: 17 µm
• detector type: Focal Plane Array (FPA), uncooled microbolometer
• Focus: Fixed, adjustable with supplied tool
• IR resolution: 464 x 348 pixels
• Field of view (FOV): 29° x 22
• Spectral range: 7.5 - 14 µm
• Thermal sensitivity / NETD: < 35 mK
• Display: no measured value display, only total video
• contrast enhancement: FSX® / histogram equalization (IR only)
• Minimum focus distance: 0.25 m
• MSX: Yes, included in visual camera option
• Overlay: None
• Radiometric IR video streaming: RTSP protocol
• streaming resolution: RTSP video stream 0: 464 × 348 pixels RTSP video stream 1: 1280 × 960 pixels Radiometric stream: 464 × 348 pixels
• Video streaming: RTSP protocol
• Visual camera: optional accessory 

MEASUREMENT AND ANALYSIS

• Accuracy: ±2 °C or ±2 % of reading, for ambient temperature of 15°C-35°C and object temperature above 0°C
• Atmospheric transmittance correction: Automatic, based on distance, atmospheric temperature and relative humidity data
• Correction of external optics/windows: Automatic, based on the input of the transmittance of the respective optics/windows and the temperature
• Object temperature range: -20 to 175°C 175 to 1000°C
• Alarm output: digital output email (SMTP) (push) Ethernet/IP (pull) file transfer (FTP) (push) Modbus TCP client (push) Modbus TCP server (pull) MQTT (push) ONVIF events (push) query via RESTful API (pull) save image or video
• Alarm functions: 10 spot meters 10 rectangles and masking polygons (total number) 3 deltas (difference of any value/reference/external shutter) 2 isotherms (up/down/interval) 2 iso-cover 1 reference temperature 2 lines 1 polyline
• Automatic detection of hot/cold zones: Display of max/min temperature value and position in rectangle.
• Measuring instruments: 10 measuring points, 10 rectangles or masking polygons (total number), 3 deltas (difference of any value/reference/external shutter), 2 isotherms (over/under/interval), 2 iso-covers, 1 reference temperature, 2 lines, 1 auxiliary contour
• Measurement corrections: global object parameters; local parameters per analysis function, external blackbody correction
• Presets for measurements (presets): yes

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Housing material: Aluminum
• Weight: 519g without lower cooling plate
• Socket mounting: 4 x M2.5 directly into the camera or 4x 10-32 UNF onto the lower cooling plate
• Dimensions: 107 x 67 x 57 mm
• Web interface: yes

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Operating temperature range: -20 to 50°C Lower cold plate is required for temperatures above 40°C. Maximum internal temperature sensor: 70°C
• Enclosure: IEC 60529 and IP66
• Storage temperature range: -40°C to 70°C
• Humidity (operation and storage): IEC 60068-2-30/24 hours, 95% relative humidity, 25-40 °C/2 cycles EN60068-2-38
• Stand mounting: 4 x M2.5 directly into the camera or 4x 10-32 UNF onto the lower cooling plate
• Shock resistance: 2 - 27.25 g (IEC 60068-2-27)
• Vibration: IEC 60068-2-6, 0.15 mm at 10-58 Hz and 2 g at 58-500 Hz, sinusoidal / IEC 61373 Cat. 1 (railroad)
• EMC: ETSI EN 301 489-1 (radio), ETSI EN 301 489-17 (radio), EN 61000-4-8 (magnetic field), FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class B (radiation USA), ISO 13766-1 (EMC - civil engineering machinery), EN ISO 14982 (EMC - agricultural and forestry machinery)
• radio wave spectrum: FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class C (2.4 GHz band USA), FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class E (5 GHz band USA), RSS-247 (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz band Canada), ETSI EN 300 328 V2.1.1 (2.4 GHz band EU), ETSI EN 301 893 V2.1.1 (5 GHz band EU)
• corrosion: ISO 12944 C4 G or H, EN60068-2-11

POWER SUPPLY

• Operation with external power supply: 24/48 V DC, max. 8 W
• Voltage: Permissible measuring range 18 - 56 V DC
• Power consumption: 7.5 W at 24 V DC typical | 7.8 W at 48 V DC typical | 8.1 W at 48 V PoE typical
• Power supply connector: M12 12-pin, A-coded connector (shared with digital I/O) 

Scope of delivery

• 1x FLIR A50/A70 camera