FLIR K55 Firefighting Thermal Camera

FLIR K55 Firefighting Thermal Camera

Made for use by firefighting professionals, the FLIR K55 helps firefighters to work safer, faster and more efficiently in time-critical situations. With a thermal camera as part of your kit, you'll be able to spot the body heat of trapped people, automatically detect the hottest parts of a fire, plan your strategies for fire attacking and use the camera to see through obscuring smoke.

The main difference between the K55 and the K45 is the resolution; this camera has higher resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, meaning every image is more detailed than those taken with the K45. This camera is also the only one of the two units which includes on-board video recording capabilities (non-radiometric), which can be stored in the camera's flash memory and downloaded at a later time.

As standard, the FLIR K55 includes FLIR's FSX, a unique mode which vastly enhances the level of detail in a thermal image. In real-time applications, this difference in image quality gives firefighters the tools they need for spotting dangerous objects, or even the outlines of obscured trapped people.

Here's an example of the difference FLIR FSX makes (standard IR on left, FSX-enabled on right).

New 2024 Improvements

FLIR has updated the Kxx-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.

Key Features

• 320 x 240 pixel thermal resolution produces excellent quality thermal images
• Specifically designed for firefighters - see through smoke, detect body heat, target the hottest part of a fire
• Image capturing and video recording capabilities
• 2x digital zoom
• Rugged and highly durable design - resists drops onto concrete from a height of 2m, IP67 protected against water damage and fully operational to +260°C (+500°F) 
• Easy to use, even with gloves on - three simple buttons for quick access to all functions
• Optional in-truck charger (sold separately) available
• Multiple image modes: standard thermal, black/white, fire mode for use with higher background temperatures, search and rescue mode for lower temperatures and a special heat detection mode which automatically highlights the hottest 20% of an image
• Covered by FLIR's extended warranty - 2 years of coverage on batteries, five years on the camera and ten years on the detector
• Large-size, 4 inch, 320 x 240 pixel LCD screen

What's Included?

• FLIR K55 Thermal Camera
• Hard Transport Case
• FLIR Tools Software (Download Scratchcard)
• Power Supply + Multi-Plug Connectors
• 2 x Batteries
• Battery Charger
• USB Cable
• Retractable Lanyard
• Strap Lanyard
• Neck Strap
• Tripod Adapter
• Documentation

Optional Accessories

FLIR also offer the following additional accessories for this camera, which are sold separately.

• Extra Battery
• Hard Case
• Strap Lanyard
• USB Cable
• In-Truck Charger
• Battery Charger
• Retractable Lanyard
• Neck Strap
• Tripod Adapter

FLIR K-Series Firefighting Thermal Camera Comparison Chart