PI 450i G7

The PI 450i G7 is a high-performance infrared camera built for both researchers and process engineers. It supports remote temperature measurement for research and process control, offering a mid-level resolution and image quality as standard. The thermal camera measures temperatures from 150°C to 900°C and can be calibrated for readings up to 1500°C. It uses a 382 x 288 uncooled microbolometer detector to produce thermal images. The Precision Line from Optris is known for its accurate measurements and clear images.

For accurate temperature measurement, the emissivity of glass is a key factor. It depends on various influences and must be considered according to the application. The special G7 spectral range of 7.9 µm aligns with the glass material’s highest emissivity, facilitating non-contact temperature measurement by minimizing the spectral region of reflectivity and transmissivity. In addition to reduced reflection issues, another advantage is the decreased angle dependency of glass surface emissivity within this wavelength range. As a result, surface temperature can be measured independently of reflection, even at inclined viewing angles.

With a 17 µm pixel pitch, the thermal camera can measure small areas with just 3 x 3 pixels. High-quality, larger optics provide clear images with little distortion and even brightness. Users can choose from various interchangeable lenses to get the best view and most accurate measurements for their needs.

The thermal camera captures images at up to 80 frames per second, making it well-suited for fast-moving production environments. Its quick response helps reduce motion blur and ensures accurate temperature readings, even when objects are moving.

The PI 450i G7 works with Optris PIX Connect software, available as a free download, with updates provided on a no-charge basis. The PIX Connect package includes the ability to seek hot spot and cold spot locations, histograms, temperature profiling, image subtraction, and other thermal image processing tools. For researchers and process engineers, the PC-based PIX Connect platform offers a powerful thermal image processing capability that allows users to extract and document fully calibrated temperature measurements from any pixel in the scene. Time vs. temperature data can be extracted from live or recorded thermal video files with stored temperature data. The infrared camera offers versatile data collection capabilities, allowing engineers to capture the highest, lowest, and average temperatures from areas of any size or shape and complex alarm signals. Moreover, engineers can replay stored thermal video frames by frame, enabling the capture and storage of radiometric images. This feature also allows triggering snapshots during temperature fluctuations, ensuring comprehensive analysis and documentation of thermal data.

The PI 450i G7 introduces a new approach to line scanning for the glass industry. Its line scan feature in the PIX Connect software lets users measure temperatures along production lines with precision. This tool turns the camera’s images into a continuous display of temperature changes along a single line, making real-time monitoring easier. Traditional line scanners use a point detector and a rotating mirror, which makes them bulky, costly, and harder to set up.

Using the thermal camera as a line scanner means you can pick any line from the detector array. This method is more compact and affordable. You can set the line’s position and size through software, giving you flexibility during setup. You also get a full infrared image for extra context. These features help during system setup and optimization. The camera can measure surface temperatures of moving objects through small openings, which is important in the glass industry, where temperature affects quality. Temperatures are tracked at several points and sent to the process control system. In this mode, the camera replaces bulky mechanical line scanning cameras and needs much less space for installation. Its compact size and advanced features make setup and use easier, while still matching or exceeding the performance of older systems. This change improves efficiency and makes infrared imaging more practical for many uses.

The small PI 450i G7 camera head was designed to move easily from the lab bench to small spaces on the factory floor. Its high ambient temperature rating of up to 80°C indicates durability in challenging conditions, making it suitable for industrial environments.

A comprehensive range of accessories is available to equip the camera for data collection and temperature regulation in even the most challenging process environments. Water-cooled enclosures, capable of safeguarding the camera in ambient temperatures as high as 315°C, are provided, complete with mounting provisions for the Industrial Process Interface mentioned below. Additionally, the factory designs and tests air purging accessories to ensure optimal performance by keeping the optics clear of the attenuating effects of factory dust or vapors. For outdoor mounting locations, thermal imager outdoor enclosures with integrated heating are available, enabling seamless integration of the PI 450i G7 thermal imager in outdoor settings.

The PI 450i G7 infrared camera and PIX Connect software platform were meticulously crafted to seamlessly facilitate the transmission of temperature data from the camera to external PLCs or control interfaces. With the Industrial Process Interface accessory, temperature or alarm data from specific areas can be conveyed to an external PLC via current or relay outputs. Moreover, external triggering functionality enables users to capture a single image or live video sequence when predetermined temperature thresholds are met, ensuring precise monitoring and control of critical processes.

The PI 450i G7 infrared camera is designed and manufactured in Germany and offers calibration certificates for customers who need to document traceability.