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Type-C IR Thermal Camera for Smartphone – 160x120, 88° FOV, Aluminum
· MPN: 31715
A compact infrared thermal imaging camera that plugs directly into Android smartphones via USB Type-C. The 160 × 120 pixel sensor uses hybrid microbolometer ...
A compact infrared thermal imaging camera that plugs directly into Android smartphones via USB Type-C. The 160 × 120 pixel sensor uses hybrid microbolometer and thermopile technology to capture detailed thermal images with up to ±1.0°C accuracy per pixel. The shutterless design enables continuous operation without calibration pauses.
This is the 88° wide-angle FOV model in an aluminium alloy case. Simply plug into your phone, launch the companion app, and start capturing thermal images — no setup or drivers required.
Key Features
- 160 × 120 Resolution – 19,200 temperature-measuring pixels with SenXor™ technology
- Wide-Angle 88° FOV – 110°(D) × 88°(H) × 66°(V) for broad scene coverage
- Plug-and-Play – USB Type-C connection to Android smartphones, no drivers needed
- Shutterless Design – Continuous thermal imaging without calibration interruptions
- Up to 9 FPS – Smooth thermal video stream output
- Aluminium Alloy Case – Durable, lightweight, and compact (42 × 23mm)
Specifications
- Resolution – 160(H) × 120(V) pixels
- Temperature Range – 20°C to 250°C
- Accuracy – ±1.0°C (single pixel), ±3.5°C (full frame)
- Wavelength – 8–14µm
- Field of View – 110°(D) × 88°(H) × 66°(V)
- Frame Rate – Up to 9 FPS
- Interface – USB Type-C
- Operating Voltage – 5V (powered by smartphone)
- Operating Current – 81mA @ 5V
- Operating Temperature – −20°C to 85°C
- Dimensions – 42 × 23mm
Companion App Features
- Multiple colour palettes for thermal visualisation
- High-temperature alerts
- Photo capture and video recording
Ideal For
- Home insulation and energy efficiency inspections
- Electrical and HVAC troubleshooting
- Plumbing leak detection
- Outdoor and nature exploration
Package Contents
- 1× Thermal-88 USB Camera (C)
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- USB Type-C
- A reversible USB connector used for power and data on many modern devices. On this kit it indicates an alternate 5V power input, which may be useful for setup or charging without the solar panel.
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