Electrophysics® Unveils Breakthrough Thermography Camera Highlighted by Cutting Edge Industrial Design
HotShot combines high performance and best in class ergonomic design in a cost-effective line of thermographic cameras.
Fairfield, NJ (PRWEB) April 26, 2005 -- Focused on developing innovative
infrared imaging cameras, Electrophysics is proud to introduce HotShot?. HotShot
represents a paradigm shift in thermography camera design and is an entirely new
concept in industrial inspection data collection. HotShot is the world’s first
thermography camera with an advanced ergonomic design, integrated data logger
functionality and icon-based user interface. The camera was designed
specifically for industrial inspection of high voltage electrical systems,
production machinery and buildings. HotShot features a unique articulating
thermal camera head that enables framing of electrical and mechanical systems
from floor level to overhead while maintaining an optimal viewing angle and hand
position, even when operating in tight spaces.
HotShot integrates a high
performance microbolometer infrared sensor that delivers sharp, highly sensitive
thermal images. It’s easy-to-use joystick control and 3.5” LCD touch screen with
on screen control buttons, facilitates the identification of inspection point
locations, incident information and observation details that can later be
automatically incorporated into reports. A Compact Flash accessory port provides
an industry standard interface for a wide range of existing and future accessory
devices including a visible camera, CF memory cards, a WiFi card and a miniature
hands-free viewfinder. The USB port and active sync provides an easy method for
downloading data to a computer.
“During the early phases of our product
development, we interviewed a large number of thermography camera users to learn
what they wanted in a next generation camera. Responses were centered around
making the user interface more intuitive and automating the methods of getting
field information into reports,” said Chris Alicandro, Director of Sales for
Electrophysics. “While a number of companies have focused on point-and-shoot
cameras without the capability of data entry in the field, Electrophysics
focused on a design that incorporated data capture routines and a tightly
integrated report generation software program. Users also stated that they
wanted much lighter weight systems that they could operate for longer periods of
time on a single battery charge. Weighing less than 1.8 lbs and featuring a
low-power design that will run for 4 hours on a single charge, the HotShot
delivers a high level of power in a very lightweight housing,” concluded
Alicandro.
Several HotShot models are available featuring
application-specific software, extended object temperature ranges, as well as
accessories, including both wide angle and telephoto optics. The base model
features a temperature range from –20° to 350°C with +2% accuracy and an IP-54
environmental rating. The HotShot is also designed for field upgrades and
customers will be able to upload new software as new features are added.
Headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey, Electrophysics develops advanced
thermal imaging, near infrared and night vision systems for use in a host of
imaging applications. Since 1969, Electrophysics has maintained its focus on
delivering products that reflect the company’s exceptional engineering
capabilities to meet specific real world demands while keeping pace with rapidly
evolving imaging technologies. The Company has realized exceptional growth as a
result of its customer-centric philosophy and remains firmly committed to
continually innovating its products in order to enhance the experience of
end-users. Electrophysics is vertically integrated with expertise in complex
signal processing, optics, embedded software, PC software applications
development and hardware design.
For additional information and full
specifications, please visit the HotShot product page at www.electrophysics.com
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