Easy-to-use VGA LWIR thermal imaging module makes thermal imaging more accessible

Lynred has announced the launch of ATI640, its plug-and-play LWIR thermal imaging module with VGA resolution, for new market players seeking easier access to IR technologies. With the device's high image quality, reliability, user-friendly interface and seamless assembly, system developers can now incorporate IR optronics without making a major investment or needing speciality knowledge in optical design, sensor calibration or image correction, which formerly hindered wider adoption of IR technologies.

By stripping out the complexity in thermal imaging, the company's new module frees up the development time of system integrators, providing them more scope to focus on innovation and product quality, increasing their competitiveness with faster access to market.

"ATI640's plug-and-play solution makes infrared technology more accessible to new entrants in thermal imaging. In choosing this easy-to-use module, system integrators can speed up their development of LWIR cameras and systems," said Nadia Souhami, product unit director at Lynred. "ATI640 is the latest in a long line of thermal imaging innovations Lynred has brought to the market. We are excited about launching this module at Eurosatory and showing the power of its embedded image processing algorithms while limiting the power consumption to just 1W. Our solution can bring smart thermal imaging with competitive advantages to any market application, drones in particular, which is a fast-growing market."

The module is based on the company's best-in-class 640x480, 12µm pixel pitch sensor. It is designed with a SWaP-C core to optimise integration into optronic systems. The module is calibrated to work in shutterless mode to provide an uninterrupted video experience. Thanks to its shutterless operation and pairing with advanced image processing algorithms, it offers excellent image quality with no trade-off on SWaP-C requirements. Its frame rate (60Hz) captures fast-moving targets and produces smooth video footage. It is available with or without a lens.