Axis Q1961-XTE Thermal Camera ATEX
The Axis Q1961-XTE is an explosion-protected thermal camera engineered for hazardous area monitoring in Class/Division 2 and Zone 2 environments. Certified under ATEX, IECEx, PESO, JPEx, KCs, OSHA (Taiwan), INMETRO, SANAS, and cULus standards, this uncooled microbolometer camera delivers reliable thermal imaging and fire detection in petrochemical plants, refineries, manufacturing facilities, and utility infrastructure where explosive atmospheres pose operational risks.
Key Features
- 384×288 Uncooled Microbolometer Sensor – 17 μm pixel size with 30 fps thermal video streaming across the 8–14 μm infrared spectral range
- Extended Temperature Range – Monitors object temperatures from −40 °C to 350 °C (−40 °F to 662 °F) for process control and anomaly detection
- Fire Detection Analytics – Integrated AI-powered early-stage fire detection with configurable polygonal zones and real-time alerts
- Thermalized Fixed Lens – 55° horizontal field of view, F1.18 aperture, 1.3 m minimum focus distance for precise thermal measurement
- Ruggedized Construction – IP66/IP67 weatherproofing and IK10 impact resistance excluding front glass; rated for outdoor deployment
- PoE+ Powered – Class 3 Power-over-Ethernet eliminates separate power supplies; supports microSD local storage
- H.264 Video Compression – Efficient streaming compatible with ONVIF Profile S/T, Axis Camera Station, and third-party VMS platforms
- Enterprise Security – Signed firmware, secure boot, and HTTPS encryption protect against unauthorized access
- 5-Year Warranty – Comprehensive coverage backed by Axis service
Technical Highlights
The Q1961-XTE combines thermal sensitivity with explosion-proof certification, making it a critical asset for hazardous location applications. Its uncooled microbolometer design eliminates cooling system maintenance while maintaining NETD sensitivity of 40 mK at 25 °C. The thermalized lens ensures consistent performance across its −40 °C to 350 °C operating range. Audio support and AI detection analytics enable multi-modal threat identification. PoE+ power delivery with microSD support reduces infrastructure complexity in remote or difficult-to-access installation sites.
Applications
- Petrochemical and refinery process monitoring
- Industrial furnace and equipment temperature surveillance
- Electrical cabinet and power distribution hotspot detection
- Early-stage fire detection in hazardous zones
- Mining and utility infrastructure thermal inspection
- Pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing compliance
James EverettPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The Axis Q1961-XTE represents the convergence of thermal imaging precision and hazardous area regulatory compliance. Unlike cooled thermal cameras that require maintenance, the uncooled microbolometer architecture delivers predictable long-term performance in classified environments where service access is restricted. The 30 fps frame rate and 384×288 resolution balance thermal sensitivity with bandwidth efficiency—sufficient for object-level temperature trending without overwhelming network infrastructure.
Multi-zone fire detection with rate-of-change thresholds distinguishes this model from basic temperature alarm systems; it anticipates thermal escalation before it reaches critical levels. ATEX/IECEx dual certification ensures global deployment flexibility, while cULus Class I Div 2 and Zone 2 ratings cover both electrical and gas/vapor hazardous areas. The integrated PoE+ power, microSD recording, and ONVIF interoperability minimize total cost of ownership in brownfield and greenfield hazardous site installations.
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