FLIR K53 Firefighting Thermal Camera - 60Hz
With a super-smooth frame rate, excellent thermal resolution and a range of professional tools made specifically for use in firefighting applications, FLIR's K53 thermal camera is a must-have for any professional firefighter.
New 2024 Improvements
FLIR has updated the K-Series Thermal Cameras to improve the precision and speed of critical decision-making. First responders will benefit from:
- Improved image clarity and sharpness
- Greater contrast in low and high-contrast areas
- More astute room and depth perception
- Better image performance
These enhanced features work together to provide more efficient navigation and orientation in low and non-visibility areas and prevent user disorientation As a result firefighters can deliver more efficient and safe search and rescue operations, as well as faster fire location.
Serious Fire Protection
The FLIR K53, which is the upgraded version of FLIR's K33 firefighting thermal camera, is designed from the ground-up to enable firefighters to work quicker, more effectively and safer in dangerous environments.
With the power of the FLIR K53, you'll be able to:
- See through complete darkness and smoke, helping you to plot your course through a dangerous area
- Spot the body heat of trapped people
- Easily identify structural weaknesses and plan accordingly
- Instantly capture thermal images at the touch of a large-size button (ideal for use in gloved hands) ready for further analysis when you need it
Unlike many other commercial-grade thermal cameras on the market which offer frame rates from appox 9 to 15Hz, the FLIR K53 has super-smooth 60Hz frame rate. in practice, this means that the image on the screen of the K53 refreshes much faster, adapting to the changing environments that firefighters will find themselves working in.
This firefighting thermal camera also has enhanced thermal resolution compared to the FLIR K33. Images are captured on this camera with resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, packing every image with even more temperature data than the K33 could. The thermal sensitivity of this camera is also further upgraded to <30mK, ensuring you get as accurate temperature results as possible.
See the Detail with FLIR Flexible Scene Enhancement (FSX)
Worried about blurry thermal images that make it hard to see where you're going? With FLIR FSX, you don't have to be.
By using FSX mode, the FLIR K53 firefighting thermal camera will actively blend together both digital and thermal images. This means that you get all of the temperature detail you need, while still maintaining your view of an environment, complete with clear edges and detail around objects.
This technology helps you to more accurately move through an environment, is better for identifying structural problems and helps you to capture higher-quality images.
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FLIR K53 Firefighting Thermal Camera Key Features
- See through the dark and through smoke, easily identify structural weakness, detect fire patterns and body heat and much more
- Excellent thermal resolution of 320 x 240 pixels ensures you get high quality images
- Capture thermal images and video (upgrade from the K33, which doesn't include this ability)
- Unique FLIR Flexible Scene Enhancement (FSX) helps you to identify structural points and actually see what you need when using the camera
- Exceptional 60Hz frame rate delivers smooth, crisp viewing even when moving
- Startup from sleep mode of less than 4 seconds - ready whenever you need it
- 4", backlit 320 x 240 pixel LCD screen
- Single button operation - ideal for use when working with gloved hands
- Capture images instantly using the built-in trigger
- Automatic heat detection (hottest 20% of the scene is colourised)
- Up to 4 hours operating time - fully rechargeable batteries
- 2-bay charging system with optional truck charger available (sold separately)
- Made tough - withstands drops of up to 2m onto a concrete floor
What's Included?
- FLIR K53 Firefighting Thermal Camera
- 2 x Rechargeable Batteries
- Battery Charger
- Hard Transport Case
- Power Supply
- Printed Documentation
- USB Cable
- Lanyard Strap
- Neck Strap
- Retractable Lanyard
Teledyne FLIR Kxx-Series Thermal Camera Technical Specifications
K33 | K45 | K53 | K55 | K65 | |
Imaging and Optical Data | |||||
IR resolution | 240 × 180 (43,200 pixels) | 240 × 180 (43,200 pixels) | 320 × 240 (76,800 pixels) | ||
Thermal sensitivity/NETD | <40 mK @ 30°C (86°F) | <30 mK @ 30°C (86°F) | |||
Field of view (FOV) | 51° × 38° | ||||
Image frequency | 60 Hz | ||||
Detector type | Focal plane array (FPA), uncooled microbolometer | ||||
Spectral range | 7.5 - 13.5 µm | ||||
Pitch | 25 µm | ||||
Image Presentation | |||||
Display | 4-inch LCD, 320 × 240 pixels, backlit | ||||
Auto range | Yes, selectable on/off using FLIR K-series camera configurator | ||||
Contrast optimization | Digital image enhancement using FSX | ||||
Image modes | Basic mode | Basic Black and white Fire Search and rescue Heat detection |
Basic mode | Basic Black and white Fire Search and rescue Heat detection |
TI Basic NFPA Black and white TI Basic PLUS NFPA Search and rescue Heat detection |
Measurement | |||||
Object temperature range | -20°C to 150°C (-4°F to 302°F), 0°C to 650°C (32°F to 1202°F) | ||||
Accuracy | ±4°C (±7.2°F) or ±4% of reading, for ambient temperature 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) | ||||
Video and Images | |||||
Storage media | - | Internal flash memory | |||
Non-radiometric IR video recording | - | - | MPEG-4 to internal flash memory | ||
Storage capacity | - | Up to 200 images | 200 files in total, with a maximum duration of 5 minutes each. The total number of files is co-dependent on the number of saved images. |
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Non-radiometric IR video streaming | Uncompressed colorized video using USB | ||||
USB | USB Mini-B | ||||
Data Communication Interfaces | |||||
Interfaces | Update from PC devices Data transfer to and from PC |
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General | |||||
Battery | 3.6V / 4.4Ah Li-ion, approximately 4-hour operating time | ||||
Charging system | 2-bay charger Optional In-truck charger |
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Charging time | 2 h to 85% capacity, charging status indicated by LEDs | ||||
Start-up time | <17 s. (IR image, no GUI) | ||||
Camera weight, including battery | 1.1 ±0.05 kg (2.4 ±0.1 lb) | ||||
Camera size (L × W × H) | 120 mm × 125 mm × 280 mm (4.7 in × 4.9 in × 11 in) | ||||
Tripod mounting | UNC ¼"-20 (adapter needed) | ||||
Operating temperature range | -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) 150°C (302°F): 15 min. 260°C (500°F): 5 min. |
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Storage temperature range | -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F) | ||||
Compliance | - | NFPA 1801-2021 Ex-certified according to ANSI/ UL 121201-2017 and meets Class I Division 2 Groups C and D, Class II Division 2 Groups F and G, Temperature Code T4/T135°C |
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Magnetic fields | EN 61 000-4-8, Test level 5 for continuous field (severe industrial environment) | ||||
Encapsulation | IP 67 (IEC 60529) | ||||
Shock and vibration | 25 g (IEC 60068-2-27), 2 g (IEC 60068-2-6) | ||||
Drop | 2 m (6.6 ft.) on concrete floor (IEC 60068-2-31) |
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SKU | 72203-0511 |
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Manufacturer Part Code | 72203-0511 |
Country of Origin | Estonia |