Axis Q1971-E Outdoor Thermal Bullet Network Camera - 02945-001

Axis 02945-001 Outdoor Thermal Bullet Camera

The Axis 02945-001 is a ruggedized outdoor thermal network camera purpose-built for perimeter security, critical infrastructure monitoring, and extreme-weather deployments. Built on the ARTPEC 8 platform, this bullet camera delivers 384x288 QVGA thermal resolution with exceptional sensitivity (NETD <30 mK @25°C) and F1.0 optics, enabling reliable detection in complete darkness and all-weather conditions without visible light dependency or IR illumination.

Rated IP66, IP67, NEMA 4X, and certified to MIL-STD-810H / 521.4, with IK10 vandal resistance, the 02945-001 is engineered to survive extreme temperatures, humidity, salt spray, and mechanical shock. It is free from PVC, BFR, and CFR, meeting stringent environmental compliance requirements for sensitive installations.

Key Features

• Thermal QVGA Imaging: 384x288 pixel thermal sensor with F1.0 lens aperture delivers sub-degree temperature discrimination across day/night and all-weather conditions
• Superior Thermal Sensitivity: NETD <30 mK @25°C enables detection of minute temperature differentials for precise threat identification
• Advanced Video Compression: H.265 codec optimizes bandwidth and storage efficiency without sacrificing image quality
• Rugged Durability: IP66/IP67 weatherproofing, IK10 vandal resistance, and MIL-STD-810H compliance for extreme outdoor environments
• Flexible Mounting: Wall and ceiling-mountable bullet form factor accommodates diverse perimeter deployment scenarios
• Audio Input: Built-in audio support for multimodal monitoring and incident correlation
• Embedded Analytics: Perimeter Defender and VMD (Video Motion Detection) for intelligent alarm generation and false-alarm reduction
• Local Storage: microSD card slot for on-camera backup and continuous recording

Technical Specifications

• Resolution: 384x288 QVGA thermal
• Lens: F1.0 fixed focal length
• Thermal Sensitivity: NETD <30 mK @25°C
• Video Compression: H.265, H.264
• Ingress Protection: IP66, IP67
• Impact Resistance: IK10
• Environmental Compliance: NEMA 4X, MIL-STD-810H / 521.4, UL certified
• Network Features: ONVIF compatibility, AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP) support, PoE powered
• Storage: microSD card slot for local recording

Applications

• Perimeter defense and fence-line monitoring
• Border and critical infrastructure security
• Port and maritime surveillance
• Industrial facility protection
• Unmanned monitoring in extreme climates
• Night-vision surveillance without visible IR signature

James Everett

Perspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.

The 02945-001 excels in scenarios where traditional visible-spectrum cameras fail. Thermal imaging eliminates reliance on ambient light, making it ideal for perimeter defense, border security, and remote monitoring where power limitations or darkness are constraints. The NETD <30 mK sensitivity is exceptional for a compact bullet form factor, enabling reliable intruder detection across temperature differentials common in outdoor environments.

The combination of IP66/IP67 and NEMA 4X ratings ensures operation in salt spray, extreme humidity, and temperature extremes—critical for coastal, arctic, and desert deployments. MIL-STD-810H compliance and environmental material standards (no PVC/BFR/CFR) indicate this camera is designed for mission-critical and regulated environments.

H.265 compression is essential for thermal surveillance, as QVGA resolution alone would create substantial bandwidth overhead; H.265 reduces bitrate by 40-50% compared to H.264. ONVIF and ACAP support ensure seamless integration into existing VMS platforms, while perimeter-specific analytics (Perimeter Defender, VMD) reduce false alarms typical of motion-based detection in outdoor settings. The F1.0 lens is particularly valuable for thermal imaging, maximizing photon collection to improve image contrast and detail at longer standoff distances.

Available in White.