Pelco SXTE4-VF18-EBT Sarix Thermal VGA Bullet Camera
The Pelco SXTE4-VF18-EBT is a professional-grade thermal imaging camera designed for long-range perimeter surveillance and critical infrastructure protection. Built on the Sarix Thermal Enhanced 4 platform, this outdoor bullet combines VGA thermal resolution with an 18mm fixed lens to deliver extended detection range and superior heat-source discrimination in demanding security applications.
Key Features
- VGA 640×512 uncooled VOx microbolometer sensor for enhanced thermal detail
- 18mm fixed lens with f/1.0 aperture and 24×19° horizontal field of view
- 30 fps frame rate for smooth real-time monitoring
- Thermal sensitivity (NETD) ≤50 mK for precise temperature detection
- Radiometric output for accurate temperature measurement and analysis
- Onboard Pelco Smart Analytics: Perimeter Intrusion, Object Detection, Direction Violation, Loitering
- IP66/IP67 ingress protection and IK10 vandal rating for extreme outdoor conditions
- Operating temperature range: -40°C to +60°C
- PoE 802.3af or 12–24VDC power options
- 100BASE-TX network interface
- H.265/H.264 video compression with microSD storage up to 256GB
- ONVIF Profile S, T, G, and M compliant
- NDAA Section 889 and TAA compliant
- 5-year warranty
Technical Specifications
Thermal Imaging: The VGA resolution delivers significantly higher thermal detail than QVGA alternatives, enabling detection and identification at extended distances. The uncooled microbolometer architecture ensures reliable operation across extreme temperature ranges without complex cooling maintenance.
Optical Performance: The 18mm telephoto lens provides focused coverage of distant perimeter segments while maintaining thermal pixel density. The f/1.0 aperture maximizes light collection for superior low-contrast thermal imaging.
Video & Integration: Dual H.265/H.264 codec support optimizes bandwidth and storage efficiency. Full ONVIF compliance ensures seamless integration with third-party VMS platforms and enterprise security ecosystems. Radiometric capability enables temperature-based analytics and forensic investigation.
Applications
Ideal for critical infrastructure perimeter protection, airport runway boundaries, pipeline corridor monitoring, border security, and industrial facility surveillance. The combination of VGA resolution, thermal sensitivity, and long-range lens makes this camera suitable for applications requiring early warning and precision threat detection across extended outdoor areas.
Related Options
For wider perimeter coverage, consider the SXTE4-VF09-EBT (9mm). For narrower, longer-range fields, the SXTE4-VF24-EBT (24mm) or SXTE4-VF36-EBT (36mm) offer additional focal length choices. Budget-conscious deployments may explore the SXTE4-QF18-EBT (QVGA equivalent).
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