FLIR 427-0300-30-00 DX-312 18MM Fixed Thermal Network Camera
When perimeter protection demands reliable detection in complete darkness, fog, or smoke, the FLIR DX-312 delivers thermal imaging performance without requiring supplemental lighting. The 18mm lens configuration provides the detection range and field of view balance needed for medium-distance perimeter applications, parking facilities, and critical infrastructure monitoring where visible light cameras fall short.
Key Features
- Thermal imaging sensor operates in total darkness without IR illumination
- 18mm fixed lens optimized for medium-range perimeter detection
- DX-Series platform designed for integration with VMS and analytics systems
- Detects heat signatures through smoke, light fog, and complete darkness
- Network connectivity for centralized recording and remote viewing
- Reduces false alarms caused by shadows, headlights, and lighting changes
- Lower total cost of ownership compared to illuminated visible light systems
The DX-312 addresses the fundamental limitation of conventional cameras in low-visibility conditions. Rather than capturing reflected light, thermal imaging detects the infrared radiation emitted by objects and people, making detection possible regardless of ambient lighting. This capability eliminates the need for exterior lighting infrastructure, reduces energy costs, and provides reliable detection in conditions where visible cameras generate excessive false alarms or miss threats entirely.
The 18mm lens strikes a practical balance for many commercial and light industrial perimeters. It provides sufficient detection range to identify human-sized targets at distances appropriate for fence lines, building perimeters, and parking lot monitoring without the narrow field of view that longer focal lengths impose. The fixed lens design simplifies installation focus procedures compared to varifocal alternatives while maintaining consistent image quality across the deployment.
Integration follows standard network camera protocols, allowing the DX-312 to work within existing VMS platforms and complement visible light cameras in a layered security approach. Thermal imaging serves as the primary detection layer while visible cameras provide verification and forensic detail. This combination addresses both detection reliability and evidential documentation requirements in a single system architecture.
