Cameră termică cu rată ridicată de cadre pentru UAV

Q: Q1: Can the thermal camera output digital video?

A1: The current version provides CVBS analog output. A digital upgrade (HDMI/IP) can be achieved by adding a video converter board.

Q: Q2: Is the latency low enough for real-time control?

A2: Yes, when combined with our H.265 COFDM transmitter, total end-to-end latency can be reduced to 30–80ms , suitable for FPV control or tracking.

Q: Q3: Can it operate in harsh outdoor conditions?

A3: Yes. The module operates from -40°C to +80°C and uses an athermal lens to ensure focus stability under temperature changes.

Q: Q4: Is it compatible with existing drone telemetry or OSD systems?

A4: Yes. The COFDM system supports video + telemetry transmission, enabling overlay and control data on a single RF link.

Cuprins

Today I got a custom inquiry for High-Frame-Rate Thermal Camera for UAVs — 640×512, 60fps LWIR module with CVBS output and 1km detection, ideal for COFDM wireless video transmission.

Customer Inquiry

Rezoluţie: 640×512
Rata de cadre: 60fps
Obiectiv: Atherma 9.1mm fixed-focus
Fov(H*V): 48.7° x 38.6°
Refresh rate: 25 Hz
Pixel size: 12 microns
Spectral range: 8～14 microns
Thermal sensitivity: <50mk
Afișare de imagine: White Hot
Image processing: NUC, 3DNR, Digital detail enhancement
tensiune de operare: 4.5-18V
Ieșire video: CVBS (NTSC)
Greutate: 38 g
Dimensiuni: 25.8 X 25.8 X 28 mm
Temperatura de Operare: -40℃～+80℃
Detection distance: 1.1km
Recognition distance: 250m
Identification distance: 170m

Understanding the Customer’s Needs

The customer is looking for a compact, high-performance thermal imaging module that delivers real-time, low-latency video suitable for UAV or mobile platform applications.
Key points that define their needs include:

High frame rate (60fps) – crucial for smooth real-time imaging and tracking moving objects.
Compact size (25.8mm cube) – perfect for integration on drones or gimbals.
Wide voltage input (4.5–18V) – suitable for direct battery operation.
CVBS output (NTSC) – allows plug-and-play connection with COFDM video transmitters.
Excellent environmental tolerance (-40℃ to +80℃) – ideal for outdoor or tactical operations.

This module’s 640×512 rezoluţie, 12μm pixel pitch, și <50mK thermal sensitivity indicate it is a professional-grade LWIR sensor, capable of detecting human targets up to 1.1km away.

Product Recommendation: COFDM Wireless Solution

To fully utilize the capabilities of this thermal camera, we recommend integrating it with our H.265 Ultra-Low-Latency COFDM Transceiver Module.

Input interface: CVBS (analog video input)
Transmission delay: as low as 30–80ms
Gamă: până la 15 km (extendable via Mesh mode)
Ieșire: HDMI or AV at the ground control station

Suggested System Configuration

Thermal camera (CVBS output) → COFDM transmitter → Mesh relay UAVs (facultativ) → COFDM receiver → HDMI display

This configuration provides a stable, long-distance, real-time thermal video link, even in partially obstructed (NLOS) condiții.

Aplicații

UAV and drone thermal inspection
Border surveillance and perimeter security
Search and rescue operations
Firefighting and disaster monitoring
Wildlife observation and night patrol

FAQ

Q1: Can the thermal camera output digital video?

A1: The current version provides CVBS analog output. A digital upgrade (HDMI/IP) can be achieved by adding a video converter board.

Q2: Is the latency low enough for real-time control?

A2: da, when combined with our H.265 COFDM transmitter, total end-to-end latency can be reduced to 30–80ms, suitable for FPV control or tracking.

Q3: Can it operate in harsh outdoor conditions?

A3: da. The module operates from -40°C to +80°C and uses an athermal lens to ensure focus stability under temperature changes.

Î4: Is it compatible with existing drone telemetry or OSD systems?

A4: da. The COFDM system supports video + telemetry transmission, enabling overlay and control data on a single RF link.

Concluzie

This 640×512, 60fps LWIR thermal camera module, combined with a COFDM wireless transmission system, is an excellent solution for UAV and mobile surveillance applications. It provides high sensitivity, latență scăzută, and robust environmental adaptability — delivering reliable thermal video even in demanding missions.