Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Camera

Description

The Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras are effective troubleshooting and predictive maintenance tools. They can be used to identify potential problems, such as overheating components, before they become critical. As a result, the downtime and expense required to address these problems is significantly reduced.

Please see the video below for a quick introduction to these cameras.

Ergonomic Design

The pistol-shaped design of the Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras means that they can be operated using a single hand. The thermographer is able to access all the necessary features, functions and settings via the intuitive, touchscreen, 3.5-inch (landscape), LCD display.

The rugged construction of these cameras also makes them suitable for use on a variety of industrial environments.

Thermal Imaging Technology

Aside from different frame rates, the Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras are the same. Both are equipped with an IR resolution of 640 x 480-pixels, a temperature range of -20°C to +1000°C and temperature measurement accuracy of ±2°C/ 2%. The high sensitivity of these cameras means that they are able to detect slight temperature differences.

Additionally, these cameras both have a field-of-view of 34° (H) x 24° (V) and a minimum focus distance of 15cm. They are supplied with a standard IR lens constructed from diamond-turned germanium with speciality coatings in order to equip the cameras with the best optics for transmitting energy to produce high-quality IR images.

Fluke Infrared Smart Lenses (OPTIONAL)

The Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras are compatible with a variety of Fluke’s Infrared Smart Lenses (NOT included), including macro, telephoto and wide-angle lenses. These optics can be used interchangeably as they are automatically recognised by the Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras and so do not require calibration on attachment.

These optional lenses improve the versatility and flexibility of the Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras as they can be connected to the IR imagers in order to adapt them for the purpose of capturing small and large targets.

LaserSharp™ Auto Focus

Also working to ensure that specified targets are captured in the greatest possible clarity is the Fluke Ti480 Pro Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras’ integrated laser distance meter and LaserSharp™ Auto Focus feature.

The Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras utilise their built-in laser distance meters to calculate the distance to the specified target. This measurement is indicated on the Fluke Ti480 Pro Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras’ displays and their focuses are automatically adjusted to accommodate this distance, thereby ensuring the specified target is clearly captured. Please see the video below for further information.

MultiSharp™ Focus

This feature also ensures that targets are captured clearly. It is particularly useful when investigating objects of varying distances from the IR imagers and ensures that images are in-focus throughout the Fluke Ti480 Pro Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras’ fields-of-view.

When the MultiSharp™ Focus is engaged the Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras will capture multiple images and then combine them to produce a single image in which all targets are clear and in-focus. The MultiSharp™ Focus can be used even when targets are blurry.

This function is at its most effective when used with the Fluke Ti480 Pro Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras’ SuperResolution (up to 4x the pixel data) and the Fluke Connect SmartView Desktop Software (available for free download from Fluke). When used together, these functions and software can produce an IR image with a resolution of 1280 x 960 pixels.

Edit and Analyse IR Images

The Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras are equipped with a number of features that enable the user to edit and analyse thermal images on the camera, in the field, and in real-time.

In addition to IR-Fusion™ blending technology (see below), the Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras include a range of colour palettes, colour alarms and markers, allowing the thermographer to see the details most relevant to the application.

The Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras include improved colour differentiation and a greater array of greens and yellows, allowing the operator to see heat differences more clearly and obviously. The Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras is equipped with the following colour palettes in both standard and ultra-contrast versions:

Rainbow
Ironbow
Blue-Red
High Contrast
Amber
Amber Inverted
Hot Metal
Grayscale
Grayscale Inverted

Additionally, via the application of rectangular markers and Delta-T markers the thermographer can determine various temperature measurements. For instance, the application of multiple rectangular boxes allows the user to determine the minimum, maximum and average temperatures present in several areas on the image.

Delta-T markers can be used to visualise and quantify temperature differences. One Delta-T marker is selected to serve as the standard temperature against which all other temperatures are compared. Temperatures present at the other Delta-T markers will be indicated as differences in relation to the specified standard temperature/ Delta-T.

IR-Fusion™ Blending Technology

Fluke’s patented IR-Fusion™ blending technology allows the user to create detailed thermal images by combining IR images with visible-light images (captured using the integrated 5MP camera) to varying degrees.

Captured and edited thermal pictures can be stored on the supplied 4GB microSD card. Using the Fluke Ti480 Pro Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras’ IR-PhotoNotes™ function, these images can be saved with notes and voice annotations.

Fluke Connect Compatibility

In addition to saving images to the supplied 4GB microSD cards, the user is able to stream IR footage to a PC with Fluke's Fluke Connect SmartView Desktop Software installed (available for free download from Fluke). Moreover, using this software program the user can organise IR images and data according to their corresponding pieces of equipment. He/she can also use the Fluke Connect SmartView Desktop Software to operate the camera remotely.

Furthermore, as the Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras are Fluke Connect-enabled, the user is able to send images and data to a smartphone or tablet with the Fluke Connect App installed. This app can be used to analyse, edit and organise images and data into customisable reports to be exported via email. Wirelessly synced images can also be attached to asset records. Additionally, the user can upload data and images to the Fluke Cloud. Please see the video below for a quick introduction to this app.

The Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras are versatile, precise and reliable IR imagers suitable for inspecting a variety of electrical and mechanical systems.

Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras Key Features

Effective troubleshooting and preventative maintenance tools
Identify potential problems before they become critical
Reduce downtime and expense
Rugged, pistol-shaped design
Available in two models with different frame rates
Can be operated using a single hand
Intuitive, touchscreen, 3.5-inch, LCD display
Suitable for use in industrial environments
IR resolution: 640 x 480-pixels
Temperature range: -20°C to +1000°C
Accuracy: ±2°C/ 2%
High-sensitivity for detecting slight temperature differences
FOV: 34° (H) x 24° (V)
Minimum focus distance: 15cm
Supplied with a standard IR lens constructed from diamond-turned germanium with speciality coatings
The standard IR lens provides the best optics for transmitting energy to create high-quality IR images
Compatible with a variety of Fluke’s Infrared Smart Lenses (NOT included), such as macro, telephoto and wide-angle lenses
Adapt the cameras to capture small and large targets using Fluke’s Smart Lenses
Smart Lenses are automatically recognised and so do not require calibration on attachment
Fluke Infrared Smart Lenses can be used interchangeably
LaserSharp™ Auto Focus: utilises a built-in laser distance meter to calculate and display the distance to the target, then automatically adjusts the focus accordingly
MultiSharp™ Focus: ensures that images containing targets of varying distances away from the camera are in-focus throughout the FOV
MultiSharp™ Focus captures multiple images which are then combined to create a clear, in-focus image
The MultiSharp™ Focus is at its most effective when used with SuperResolution and the Fluke Connect SmartView Desktop Software to create a 1280 x 960-pixel IR images
Edit and analyse images on the camera
Alter the image emissivity
Improved colour differentiation and a greater array of greens and yellows allows the user to see temperature differences more clearly and obviously
Nine colour palettes in standard and ultra-contrast versions: Rainbow, Ironbow, Blue-Red, High Contrast, Amber, Amber Inverted, Hot Metal, Grayscale and Grayscale Inverted
Add multiple rectangular boxes to the IR image to determine the min, max and average temperature for various areas
Apply Delta-T markers to see and quantify temperature differences: one Delta-T serves as the standard temperature against which the temperatures at the other Delta-T markers are compared
IR-Fusion™ blending technology: combines IR images with visible-light images to varying degrees in order to create detailed thermal pictures
5MP visible-light camera
Save images to the supplied 4GB microSD card
IR-PhotoNotes™ function allows the user to save images with notes and voice annotations
Stream IR footage to a PC with the Fluke Connect SmartView Desktop Software downloaded
Organise data and images in accordance with the corresponding asset using this software
Operate the cameras remotely using the Fluke Connect SmartView Desktop Software
The Fluke Connect SmartView Desktop Software is available for free download from Fluke
Fluke Connect enabled
Send IR photos and data to a smartphone or tablet with the Fluke Connect App installed
Edit, analyse and organise data into customisable reports using the Fluke Connect App
Attach IR images and data to corresponding asset records using the Fluke Connect App
Upload images and data to the Fluke Cloud
Versatile, precise and reliable infrared imagers
Suitable for inspecting a variety of electrical and mechanical systems

What’s Included?

Your Choice of Fluke Ti480 PRO Handheld Thermal Imaging Camera
AC Power Supply and Battery Pack Charger (including AC Adapters)
Two, Rugged Lithium-ion Smart Battery Packs
USB Cable
HDMI Video Cable
4 GB microSD Card
Rugged, Hard Carrying Case
Soft Transport Bag
Adjustable Hand Strap

Please note that the Fluke Connect SmartView Desktop Software and User Manual are available for free download from Fluke.

Tech Specs

Fluke Ti PRO and TiX Thermal Imaging Cameras Technical Specifications

The table below details the technical specifications for all the models in this range of Fluke thermal imaging cameras.

Specifications	Ti401 PRO	Ti480 Pro	TiX501	TiX580
Infrared resolution	640 x 480 (307,200 pixels)
SuperResolution	No	Yes, in software. Captures and combines 4x the data to create a 1280 x 960 image	No	Yes, in software. Captures and combines 4x the data to create a 1280 x 960 image
IFOV with standard lens (spatial resolution)	0.93 mRad, D:S 1065:1
Field of view	34 °H x 24 °V
Minimum focus distance	15 cm (approx. 6 in)
MultiSharp Focus	No	Yes, focused near and far, throughout the field of view	No	Yes, focused near and far, throughout the field of view
LaserSharp Auto Focus	Yes, for consistently in-focus images. Every. Single. Time
Laser distance meter	Yes, calculates distance to the target for precisely focused images and displays distance on screen
Advanced manual focus	Yes
Wireless connectivity	Yes, to PC, iPhone® and iPad® (iOS 4s and later), Android™ 4.3 and up, and WiFi to LAN (where available)
Fluke Connect app compatible	Yes*, connect your camera to your smartphone, and images taken automatically upload to the Fluke Connect app for saving and sharing
Fluke Connect Assets	Through the desktop, assign images to assets, easily compare measurement types in one location and create reports.		Future**, Automatically assign images to assets, easily compare measurement types in one location and create reports through a cloud-based system.
Fluke Connect instant cloud upload	Yes*, connect your camera to your building’s WiFi network, and images taken automatically upload to the Fluke Connect system for viewing on your smartphone or PC
Fluke Connect instant server upload	Yes**	Yes**	Yes**	Yes**
IR-Fusion technology	Yes, adds the context of the visible details to your infrared image
Ruggedized touchscreen display	3.5 inch (landscape), 640 x 480 LCD		5.7 inch (14.4 cm) landscape 640 x 480 LCD
Ergonomic design	Pistol-grip design for one-handed use		240 ° rotatable (articulating) lens
Thermal sensitivity (NETD)**	≤ 0.075 °C at 30 °C target temp (75 mK)	≤ 0.05 °C at 30 °C target temp (50 mK)	≤ 0.075 °C at 30 °C target temp (75 mK)	≤ 0.05 °C at 30 °C target temp (50 mK)
Level and span	Smooth auto and manual scaling
Touchscreen adjustable level/span	Yes. Span and level can be easily and quickly set by simply touching the screen
Fast auto toggle between manual and auto modes	Yes
Fast auto-rescale in manual mode	Yes
Minimum span (in manual mode	2.0 °C (3.6 °F)
Minimum span (in auto mode)	3.0 °C (5.4 °F)
Built-in digital camera (visible light)	5MP
Frame rate	60 Hz or 9 Hz versions
Laser pointer	Yes
LED light (torch)	Yes
Digital Zoom	No	2x and 4x	2x	2x, 4x, 8x
Data Storage and Image Capture
Extensive memory options	Removable 4 GB micro SD memory card, 4 GB internal flash memory, save to USB flash drive capability, upload for permanent storage
Image capture, review, save mechanism	One-handed image capture, review, and save capability		Yes, edit and analyze captured images on camera
Image file formats	bmp, jpeg, is2	bmp, jpeg, is2, is3, AVI	bmp, jpeg, is2, is3, AVI	bmp, jpeg, is2, is3, AVI
Memory review	Thumbnail and full screen review
Software	Full analysis and reporting software with access to the Fluke Connect system
Analyze and store radiometric data on a PC	Yes
Export file formats with Fluke Connect software	Bitmap (.bmp), GIF, JPEG, PNG, TIFF
Voice annotation	60 seconds maximum recording time per image; reviewable playback on camera, optional Bluetooth headset available but not required
IR-PhotoNotes	Yes - 2 images	Yes - 5 images	Yes - 2 images	Yes - 5 images
Text annotations	Yes. Including standard shortcuts as well as user programmable options
Video recording and formats	No	Standard and radiometric	Standard	Standard and radiometric
Remote control operations	Remote display through Fluke Connect	Remote display and control operation through Fluke Connect	Remote display through Fluke Connect	Remote display and control operation through Fluke Connect
Auto capture (temperature and interval)	No	Yes	No	Yes
MATLAB® and LabVIEW® tool boxes	-	Integrate camera data, infrared video and images into software to support R&D analysis
Battery
Batteries (field-replaceable, rechargeable)	Two lithium ion smart battery packs with five-segment LED display to show charge level
Battery life	3 hours per battery (actual life varies depending on settings and usage)
Battery charging time	2.5 hours to full charge
Battery charging system	Two-bay battery charger or in-imager charging. Optional 12 V automotive charging adapter
AC operation	AC operation with included power supply (100 V AC to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz)
Power saving	User selectable sleep and power off modes
Temperature Measurements
Temperature measurement range (not calibrated below -10 °C)	-20 °C to +650 °C (-4 °F to +1,202 °F)	-20 °C to +1,000 °C (-4 °F to 1,832 °F)	-20 °C to +650 °C (-4 °F to +1,202 °F)	-20 °C to +1,000 °C (-4 °F to 1,832 °F)
Accuracy	± 2 °C or 2 % (at 25 °C nominal, whichever is greater)
On-screen emissivity correction	Yes (both value and table)
On-screen reflected background temperature compensation	Yes
On-screen transmission correction	Yes
Line temperature graph	No	Yes	No	Yes
Colour Palettes
Standard palettes	9: Rainbow, Ironbow, Blue-Red, High Contrast, Amber, Amber Inverted, Hot Metal, Grayscale, Grayscale Inverted		8: Ironbow, Blue-Red, High Contrast, Amber, Amber Inverted, Hot Metal, Grayscale, Grayscale Inverted
Ultra Contrast palettes	9: Rainbow, Ironbow, Blue-Red, High Contrast, Amber, Amber Inverted, Hot Metal, Grayscale, Grayscale Inverted		8: Ironbow Ultra, Blue-Red Ultra, High Contrast Ultra, Amber Ultra, Amber Inverted Ultra, Hot Metal Ultra, Grayscale Ultra, Grayscale Inverted Ultra
Smart Lenses
Macro–25 micron lens: 25 MAC2	Yes
2 x telephoto lens: TELE 2	Yes
4 x telephoto lens: TELE4	Yes
Wide angle lens: WIDE 2	Yes
General Specifications
Color alarms (temperature alarms)	High temperature, low temperature, and isotherms (within range)
Infrared spectral band	7.5 μm to 14 μm (long wave)
Operating Temperature	-10 °C to +50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F)
Storage Temperature	-20 °C to +50 °C (-4 °F to 122 °F) without batteries
Relative humidity	10 % to 95 % non-condensing
Center-point temperature measurement	Yes
Spot temperature	Hot and cold spot markers		Hot and cold spot markers, individually enabled
User-definable spot markers	No	3 user-definable spot markers	2 user-definable spot markers	3 user-definable spot markers
User-defined measurement boxes	1 expandable-contractible measurement box with MIN-MAX-AVG temp display	Up to 3 expandable-contractible measurement box with MIN-MAX-AVG temp display	1 expandable-contractible measurement box with MIN-MAX-AVG temp display	3-Expandable-contractible measurement box with MIN-MAX-AVG temp display
Hard Case	Rugged, hard carrying case; soft transport bag	Rugged, IP67 rated, airtight hardcase with custom foam insert
Safety	IEC 61010-1: Overvoltage category II, Pollution Degree 2
Electromagnetic compatibility	IEC 61326-1: Basic EM environment. CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A
Australian RCM	IEC 61326-1
US FCC	CFR 47, Part 15 Subpart B
Vibration	0.03 g2/Hz (3.8 g), 2.5 g IEC 60068-2-6
Shock	25 g, IEC 68-2-29
Drop	Engineered to withstand 2 meter (6.5 feet) drop with standard lens		Engineered to withstand 1 meter (3.3 feet) drop with standard lens
Size (H x W x L)	27.7 cm x 12.2 cm x 16.7 cm (10.9 in x 4.8 in x 6.5 in)		27.3 cm x 15.9 cm x 9.7 cm (10.8 in x 6.3 in x 3.8 in)
Weight (battery included)	1.04 kg (2.3 lb		1.54 kg (3.4 lb)
Enclosure rating	IEC 60529: IP54 (protected against dust, limited ingress; protection against water spray from all directions)
Warranty	Two-years (standard), extended warranties are available
Recommended calibration cycle	Two-years (assumes normal operation and normal aging)
Supported languages	Czech, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Swedish, Traditional Chinese, and Turkish
RoHS compliant	Yes
Notes	Please Note: Fluke Connect analysis and reporting software is available in all countries but Fluke Connect is not. Please check availability with your authorized Fluke distributor **Indicates Fluke Connect™ features that will be available soon. Watch the Fluke website for software and firmware updates.