Motorized Continuous Zoom (MWIR)

Our company mainly focuses on infrared thermal imaging technology and specializes in the development and production of infrared continuous zoom lenses. Our products mainly include refrigerated medium-wave infrared continuous zoom lenses and long-wave infrared continuous zoom lenses. CSOPT (China Star Optics) produces a complete series of refrigerated ultra-precision infrared optical lenses with compact optical structure, small size, low distortion, low cold reflection, stable imaging, excellent optical axis consistency (≤3 pixels), and can achieve continuous zoom and automatic focusing under high zoom ratio conditions. It can fully meet the requirements of clear imaging under various field of view conditions and can ensure high reliability in a wide temperature environment.

*The lenses all accept appearance customization and optical customization services.

MWIR Lenses

OV-01-300

F#: 4.0

Focal length range: 15-300mm

Other parameters

MWIR Lenses

OV-01-200

F#: 4.0

Focal length range: 19-200mm

Model OV-01-600 RV-01-275 OV-01-750
F# 4.0 5.5 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 5.5
Focal length range 30-600mm 18-275mm 40-750mm 19-200mm 18-430mm 18-250mm 18-225mm 15-330mm 40-750mm 30-600mm 18-275mm
FPA 640x512x15μ 640x512x15μ 640x512x15μ 1280x1024x10μ 640x512x15μ 1280x1024x10μ 1280x1024x10μ 640x512x15μ 640x512x15μ 640x512x15μ 640x512x15μ
Features Ultra-light and small structure

Infrared system complete machine business

Processing features:

  • BPR (bad pixel detection and replacement)

  • Contrast limited histogram equalization

  • Local DRC contrast enhancement

  • Sharpening and convolution

  • Noise reduction

  • Adaptive filtering

  • Automatic NUC and integration time selection

  • Image statistics

  • Autofocus

  • Proprietary detail enhancement and noise reduction algorithms.

MWIR Lenses

Products

Mid-Wave Infrared (MWIR) technology has several advantages in various industrial applications.

1. Enhanced Detection Capabilities

  • Thermal Imaging: MWIR sensors can detect heat signatures of objects and environments in low-light or complete darkness, asily identify temperature variations.

  • High Sensitivity: MWIR detectors are highly sensitive to temperature differences, which enables them to detect even small changes in heat.

  • Clearer Image Quality: Compared to Long-Wave Infrared (LWIR), MWIR offers better resolution and clearer images. The shorter wavelengths allow for better spatial resolution and finer detail.

2. Resistance to Environmental Factors

  • Less Interference from Water Vapor: MWIR wavelengths, typically ranging from 3 to 5 microns, are less susceptible to atmospheric absorption by water vapor and CO2 compared to Long-Wave Infrared. They can operate effectively under cloudy skies, in cold or hot temperatures, and during precipitation.

3. Compact Size and Versatility

  • Miniaturization: Advances in MWIR detector technology allow for smaller and more compact sensors. This makes MWIR systems suitable for a wide range of applications, including portable and handheld devices, drones, automotive systems, and even small-scale industrial inspection equipment.

  • Flexibility in Integration: MWIR can be integrated into various systems across industries.

4. Surveillance and Reconnaissance

  • MWIR’s ability to detect the heat signatures of engines, particularly at longer ranges, allows for early warning and interception of incoming threats.

  • Advanced Weapon Systems: MWIR is used in advanced weapon systems, such as precision-guided munitions, due to its ability to lock onto heat sources. This improves targeting accuracy and system effectiveness.

5. Security and Law Enforcement

  • Border and Perimeter Security

  • Search and Rescue Operations

6. Industrial Applications

  • Preventive Maintenance and Inspections: MWIR cameras are used in industrial applications to detect overheating components, electrical faults, and mechanical failures in equipment.

  • Non-destructive Testing: MWIR-based thermography can detect temperature variations and stress points in materials without causing damage to the inspected object.

  • Oil and Gas Industry: In the oil and gas sector, MWIR technology is used for detecting gas leaks, as many gases have distinctive thermal signatures. The detection of leaks in pipelines or machinery is crucial for both safety and environmental protection.