Designed for 15μm VGA FPA detectors, fitted for 5” (127mm) gimbal size
The FoldIR 25-275mm MWIR f/5.5 continuous zoom lens, the latest addition to the FoldIR family of lightweight lenses designed specifically for drones and UAV’s, offering a cutting-edge solution for the newly released low-SWaP 15μm VGA MWIR detectors.
With a total volume size 107mm x 101.5mm x 96mm (including detector) and weighing only 302 gr. net (360gr including detector), this lens is one of the most compact and lightweight options in the market today.
Optimized for use with low-SWaP 15μm pitch VGA FPA detectors in 5” gimbals, the FoldIR 25-275mm f/5.5 lens offers exceptional performance and versatility for thermal imaging applications.
Key features:
Weighs 302gr
Efficient folded optics design for minimum volume use with total volume size of 107mm x 101.5mm x 96mm including detector
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WFOV (25mm)
Format
Pitch
640x480
15 µm
23.4°
NFOV (275mm)
Format
Pitch
640x480
15 µm
2.0°
Specifications
Type
Continuous Zoom
Focal Length
25-275mm
F/#
5.5
Cold Stop FPA Distance
19.4mm
Cold Stop Clear Aperture
Ø3.6mm
Back Focal Length
23.37mm in air
Minimum Focus Range
WFOV:50m;NFOV:5m
Nuc (by defocus)
Yes
Focus Mechanism
Motorized
Focus Time
≤8sec
Zoom Mechanism
Motorized
Weight
302 g
Dimensions
Ø60x96x84.2mm
Drive Voltage
12V
Current Consumption
<0.5A average, 1.0A peak
Communication Interface
RS485, RS422
Operating Temperature Range
-32ºC to +71ºC
Storage Temperature Range
-40ºC to +80ºC
Sealing
IP67 front element only
Wavelength Region
MWIR
Features
FOLDIR 25-275mm f/5.5 Detection, Recognition & Identification (DRI) Range
DRI ranges enable one to easily estimate the maximum range that an object can be either detected, recognized or identified. It is important to note that these estimates are based solely on geometrical parameters – the target size, distance, lens focal length and camera detector pixel size. Signal level, detector sensitivity, atmospheric conditions and other factors are not considered!
The calculations used here are based on the “Johnson Criteria”. According to the Johnson Criteria, the minimum resolution, pixels on target, required to achieve a 50% probability for an observer to discriminate an object are:
Detection: An object is present – 2 pixels on target (Lower Bar)
Recognition: discern the type of object, a human vs. a vehicle – 8 pixels on target (Middle Bar)
Identification: discern specific objects, a man vs. a woman, a car model – 12.8 pixels on target (Upper Bar)
Note: Calculations used are based on “Johnson Criteria” | Real world performance may vary depending on the weather conditions. Assumptions: 23mK NETD (f/5.5) for MWIR cooled detectors | 30Hz frame rate | 50% detection probability | 0.2km-1 atmospheric attenuation coefficient | human ΔT = 5°C | vehicle ΔT = 2°C
High Performance Mid-Wave Focal Plane
Using advanced technologies, top-quality materials and unique coating techniques, together with innovative engineering and opto-mechanical designs, we have earned a reputation for excellent performance, durability and quality.
Our IR imaging lens assemblies incorporate passive athermalization of the lenses and opto-mechanical system to maintain the highest imaging performance over the full operating temperature range. We use advanced materials that enable unique athermalization properties and optomechanical designs that effectively compensate for optical variations over a wide temperature range.
High-durability and Hard-carbon AR Coatings
Our highly abrasion-resistant, anti-reflective advanced optical coatings include several types of Hard Carbon coatings which provide maximum durability, energy transmission & minimal reflection. Our innovative coating technologies include:
Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) – Thermal heating and electron gun
Ion Assisted Deposition (IAD) – Ion gun
Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (PECVD) for DLC coatings
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FoldIR 25-275mm f/5.5
Designed specifically for 5" (127mm) payloads in drones and UAV’s, offering a cutting-edge solution for the newly released low-SWaP 15μm VGA MWIR detectors.
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