Teledyne FLIR, a division of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has announced the launch of its groundbreaking Boson+ thermal camera module, featuring a factory-integrated high-performance continuous zoom (CZ) lens with a focal length ranging from 14 mm to 75 mm. This innovative development reduces both development and operational costs, while minimizing risks associated with using multiple suppliers.
Teledyne FLIR revolutionizes thermal imaging technology with the launch of the Boson+ thermal camera module featuring a factory-integrated continuous zoom lens, delivering enhanced performance and cost-efficiency for various applications. Additionally, Teledyne FLIR offers an industry-first warranty for the Boson+ CZ 14-75, further enhancing its appeal. This cutting-edge thermal camera module is primarily designed for applications such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), perimeter surveillance, light armoured vehicle situational awareness, targeting systems, and soldier sighting systems.
Dan Walker, Vice President of Product Management, OEM cores, at Teledyne FLIR, emphasized the benefits of the Boson+ CZ 14-75, stating, “The Boson+ CZ 14-75 camera and lens are factory-designed and integrated to optimize performance and reliability. Thanks to flexible and advanced lens control electronics, industry-leading 20 milliKelvin (mK) thermal sensitivity, and US-based integration support, the Boson+ CZ 14-75 streamlines development for applications requiring high-performance infrared zoom capability.”
By conducting precise factory alignment at Teledyne FLIR, integrators receive a fully calibrated thermal zoom solution that ensures maximum performance, eliminating issues such as boresight wander and other image artifacts while zooming. The advanced lens control electronics provided by Teledyne FLIR offer thermal gradient compensation, which ensures consistent focus across the entire operating temperature range. Furthermore, the object range compensation feature maintains focus during zoom, even for nearby targets. Built-in tests (BIT) are conducted during startup, continuously, or can be manually commanded to provide real-time notifications of any potential issues, maximizing operational reliability.
The Boson+ CZ 14-75, proudly manufactured in the USA, incorporates the latest 12-micron pixel pitch 640×512-resolution thermal detector, resulting in enhanced detection, recognition, and identification (DRI) performance, particularly in challenging environments with low contrast and visibility. Customers also can access the Teledyne FLIR Technical Services team, based in the United States, for integration support. It’s important to note that the Boson+ CZ 14-75 is classified as dual-use and falls under the jurisdiction of the US Department of Commerce, specifically classified as EAR 6A003.b.4.a.
With the introduction of the Boson+ CZ 14-75, Teledyne FLIR continues to pioneer advancements in thermal imaging technology, providing integrators and end-users with a state-of-the-art solution that offers unparalleled performance, reliability, and ease of integration.
