USB Thermal Camera Sensor with Temperature Measurement -20~150°C or 0-550°C
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Overview
The 640×512 USB Thermal Imaging Camera Module is a high-performance infrared thermal camera designed for industrial temperature measurement, machine vision, automation, and scientific applications. Equipped with a high-resolution 640×512 uncooled infrared detector and a 9.7mm lens, it delivers clear thermal imagery, precise temperature measurement, and reliable performance in challenging environments.
Featuring a standard USB interface and UVC compatibility, the camera can be easily integrated into PCs, embedded systems, industrial computers, AI platforms, and edge devices. The radiometric thermal data output enables accurate temperature analysis, making it suitable for predictive maintenance, equipment monitoring, smart manufacturing, security surveillance, and research applications.
Features
- High-resolution 640×512 thermal imaging sensor
- 9.7mm fixed-focus infrared lens
- Real-time radiometric temperature measurement
- USB plug-and-play interface
- UVC-compatible video streaming
- Supports YUYV video output
- Temperature data acquisition through SDK and extended protocol
- Compact design for easy integration
- Low power consumption
- Industrial-grade stability and reliability
- Compatible with Windows, Linux, Android, and embedded platforms
- Supports OpenCV, V4L2, and custom application development
- Optional OSD (temperature display) enable/disable control
- Suitable for AI vision and machine vision applications
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Detector Resolution | 640 × 512 Pixels |
| Detector Type | Uncooled LWIR Microbolometer |
| Spectral Range | 8–14 μm |
| Lens | 9.7 mm Fixed Focus |
| Interface | USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 |
| Video Format | YUYV |
| Temperature Measurement | Supported |
| Radiometric Data | Supported |
| Temperature Accuracy | ±2°C or ±2% (Typical) |
| Frame Rate | Up to 25Hz / 30Hz (Model Dependent) |
| Focus | Fixed |
| Power Supply | USB Powered |
| Operating System | Windows, Linux, Android |
| SDK Support | Available |
| Development Support | OpenCV, V4L2, Custom API |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +60°C (Typical) |
Optional Customization Functions
To meet various application requirements, the following customization options are available:
Hardware Customization
- Alternative lens options
- Customized field of view (FOV)
- Extended USB cable solutions
- Custom housing and enclosure
- OEM/ODM branding
Software Customization
- Custom temperature measurement regions
- OSD enable/disable control
- Custom color palettes
- Temperature alarm functions
- Multi-point temperature monitoring
- Full-screen temperature statistics
- Image enhancement algorithms
- Custom communication protocol support
Development Support
- Windows SDK
- Linux SDK
- Android SDK
- Sample source code
- OpenCV integration examples
- Technical support for secondary development
Applications
Industrial Inspection
- Electrical equipment inspection
- Power distribution monitoring
- Transformer temperature monitoring
- Motor and bearing diagnostics
Predictive Maintenance
- Equipment health monitoring
- Early fault detection
- Preventive maintenance systems
Automation & Robotics
- Thermal-guided robots
- Autonomous inspection systems
- Industrial automation equipment
AI & Machine Vision
- Object detection in low-light environments
- Thermal image analytics
- Intelligent monitoring systems
- Edge AI applications
Building Diagnostics
- Insulation inspection
- HVAC system analysis
- Energy efficiency assessment
Security & Surveillance
- Perimeter monitoring
- Intrusion detection
- Night vision observation
Research & Education
- Scientific experiments
- Thermal analysis studies
- University and laboratory projects
Package Contents
- USB Thermal Imaging Camera Module
- USB Connection Cable
- SDK and Documentation (Optional)
- Technical Support
FAQ
Q1: Is the MJPEG format supported? I see that it’s listed in the V4L2 capabilities, but I haven’t been able to use it.
A: No, MJPEG is not supported by our thermal imaging camera module.
Although MJPEG may appear in the V4L2-reported capabilities, this is related to the generic UVC/V4L2 driver framework and does not indicate that the camera firmware actually outputs MJPEG streams. The current firmware only supports the video formats specified in the product documentation (such as YUY2/raw thermal data, depending on the model).
Therefore, MJPEG streaming is not available and cannot be used with this device. Please configure your application to use one of the supported video formats instead.
Q2: I’ve managed to decode the image using the YUYV format. I notice that a red crosshair and a temperature label are always visible in the image. Is there a way to turn them off? I don’t want them to introduce artifacts into my object detection pipeline.
A: Yes. The temperature measurement OSD (On-Screen Display), including the red crosshair and temperature label, can be disabled through our extended control protocol.
By sending the appropriate command via the extended protocol or software Thermal Module Component Tool-2025-07-11.zip, you can turn off the temperature OSD overlay and obtain a cleaner video stream for computer vision tasks such as object detection, tracking, or image analysis.
Benefits of disabling the OSD:
- Removes the center crosshair marker.
- Removes the temperature text overlay.
- Prevents overlay graphics from affecting image-processing algorithms.
- Provides a cleaner image for AI and machine vision applications.
Q3: Can you provide a 3D model of this USB Thermal Imaging Camera?
A: Yes. We can provide a 3D model of the USB Thermal Imaging Camera to support product integration, enclosure design, mechanical layout, and system development.
Please click the link below to download the available 3D model files: Download 3D Model of USB Thermal Imaging Camera
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