FLIR HF-Series
Portable thermal imaging cameras for firefighting support use
The HF-Series are rugged handheld thermal imaging cameras that can be used for firefighting applications. Thermal imaging cameras do not need any light whatsoever to create a crisp image. And maybe even more important for firefighters, they can also see through smoke. With a thermal imaging camera you can remotely assess the effectiveness of ongoing firefighting activities, assist with the direction of extinguishing activity even in smoke filled areas outside, find your way around in the ever-growing smoky environment due to extinguishing efforts and/or in areas already extinguished but filled with residual smoke. A thermal imaging camera will also give you useful information about parts of a fire that are still hot. These areas need to be extinguished again in order to prevent spontaneous recombustion.
The HF-Series are extremely affordable units. From now on, every fire-fighter can be equipped with a thermal imaging camera.
The HF-Series produce thermal images of 320 x 240 pixels on which the smallest of details can be seen. Advanced internal camera software delivers a crisp image without the need for user adjustments.
The HF-324 is equipped with a 19 mm lens providing a 24° field of view. It offers an excellent combination of range performance and situational awareness. For longer range performance, the HF-324 can be equipped with a 2X extender which offers a 12° field of view.
Users that want to see farther can choose for the HF-307. Equipped with a 65 mm lens, providing a 7° field of view.
A 2X digital zoom allows you to have an even closer look at the situation when necessary.
Weighing 660 grams, batteries included, the H-Series are extremely compact and extremely light systems.
They are ideal for go-anywhere operations, in all circumstances. They are IP67 rated and operate between -20°C and +60°C.
Ergonomic and easy-to-use, the HF-Series are fully controlled with just 5 buttons on top of the unit. Conveniently placed, all buttons are right underneath your fingertips.
Both the HF-324 and HF-307 are available in different versions.
The standard version of the HF-Series contains a lot of features that are useful for firefighters. It will help them see through smoke in practically all weather conditions.
The Pro version of the HF-324 and HF-307 comes with a number of useful features such as:
- Image storage for evidence gathering
- Video storage
- USB2 connection
- Real-time clock
FLIR HF-Series
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HF-324 |
HF-307 |
IMAGING PERFORMANCE |
Detector type |
Focal plane array, uncooled Vanadium Oxide (VOx) Microbolometer: 320 x 240 pixels |
Spectral range |
7.5 to 13.5 μm |
Field of view |
24° (H) x 18°(V) with 19 mm lens |
7° (H) x 5°(V) with 65 mm lens |
Field of view with 2X extender |
12.0° (H) x 9°(V) with 19 mm lens |
NA |
Thermal sensitivity |
<50 mK at f/1.0 at +25°C |
Image frequency |
8.3 Hz Pal / 7.5 Hz NTSC |
Focus |
HF-324: Fixed - HF-324 with 2X extender and HF-307: Manual |
Electronic zoom |
2X |
Image processing |
Digital Detail Enhancement (DDE) |
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IMAGE PRESENTATION |
Viewfinder |
Built-in display - Color QVGA LCD |
Video output |
NTSC or PAL composite video; RCA jack |
NTSC or PAL composite video; RCA jack |
Image Polarity |
White hot / black hot; selectable |
White hot / black hot; selectable |
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POWER |
Requirements |
4 AA Batteries; rechargeable NiMH, non rechargeable Li-Ion or Alkaline |
Battery life |
> 5 hours on NiMH batteries - 120 hours in stand-by with NiMH batteries |
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ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS |
Operating temperature range |
-20°C to +60°C |
Storage temperature range |
-40°C to +75°C |
Humidity non condensing |
5% to 95% |
Encapsulation |
IP67 |
Drop |
Operational after 1 meter drop onto concrete |
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PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS |
HF-324 |
HF-324 with extender |
Camera weight incl. Lens and batteries |
660 grams |
970 grams |
Camera size (L x W x H) |
240 mm x 85 mm x 60 mm |
265 mm x 85 mm x 75 mm |
Shipping weight (camera + packaging) |
2 kg |
2 kg |
Shipping size (camera + packaging) (L x W x H) |
420 mm x 155 mm x 250 mm |
420 mm x 155 mm x 250 mm |
Shipping weight (2X extender + packaging) |
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The 2X extender is being shipped in a separate box of approx. 1 kg |
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PRO Version only |
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IMAGE STORAGE |
Format |
Standard JPEG - 1 GB SD-card |
Storage functions |
Single image |
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VIDEO STORAGE |
Format |
MPEG4 - 1 GB SD-card |
Storage functions |
9Hz, full frame up to limit of SD-card, approx. 8 seconds / MB |
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INTERFACES |
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SD-card |
1 slot |
USB2 |
Image transfer to PC |
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PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS (PRO) |
HF-324 Pro |
HF-324 with extender Pro |
Camera weight incl. Lens and batteries |
660 grams |
970 grams |
Camera size (L x W x H) |
240 mm x 85 mm x 60 mm |
265 mm x 85 mm x 75 mm |
Shipping weight (camera + packaging) |
3 kg |
3 kg |
Shipping size (camera + packaging) (L x W x H) |
420 mm x 265 mm x 250 mm |
420 mm x 265 mm x 250 mm |
Shipping weight (2X extender + packaging) |
- |
The 2X extender is being shipped in a separate box of approx. 1 kg |