What is a thermal vision monocular?

Everything with thermal energy emits a certain amount of infrared light. So oftentimes, the terms thermal imaging camera and infrared camera are used interchangeably. Thermal imaging sensors detect infrared radiation and then express each heat value (or wavelength) through a set of corresponding colors that is viewable on a screen. A thermal vision monocular is a type of telescope — an optical device that magnifies distant objects using curved lenses or mirrors fitted with a thermal imaging sensor to view the infrared light emission of distant objects.

What is the difference between thermal vision and night vision?

While some night vision cameras use thermal, or infrared sensors, some use visible light sensors with amplifiers to see better in the dark. It’s important to research any “night vision” camera and determine if it includes a thermal sensor because that technology is much more costly and yields a much different view. Traditional visible-light cameras capture images of objects visible to the naked eye, an infrared camera captures infrared light, which the human eye cannot see. All objects radiate some form of heat energy, but some wavelengths within the electromagnetic spectrum are invisible, including infrared. Sensors in an infrared camera capture a particular range of invisible energy emission (700-1000 nm) and then express each heat value (or wavelength) through a set of corresponding colors.

What is a thermal night vision monocular used for?

Thermal night vision, or infrared monoculars have many uses. They are best for identifying areas of temperature change or difference. An example of this can include finding an animal or human in the woods or on the water, identifying water leaks in a home or in industrial applications, performing security at night and in dark areas, investigating how well something is insulated, finding components that are overheating on a circuit board, and more.

Which is better thermal vision or night vision?

It depends on your application, but in general thermal, or infrared, cameras give you more information. For instance, a night vision camera with a visible light sensor can’t see water leaks, overheating capacitors, or calculate the temperature of a surface from a distance the way a thermal camera can.

How far can you see with a thermal monocular?

Obviously, it will depend on many factors to clearly identify something at a distance, but the temperatures of the object in contrast to that of the surrounding environment is particularly important. The thermal monoculars that Teslong sells can see something as far away as 1000 yards, but usually you can’t make out or identify that object very clearly until it is about 250 yards away.

Will an infrared illuminator improve your view when using an infrared camera?

Usually, no it won’t. An infrared camera detects the infrared light being emitted from other objects and if you shine more infrared light on those objects usually that results in the contrast between them being blurred. We don’t include infrared illuminators with our cameras because it does not improve the image quality.

What should I look for when buying a thermal monocular?

A large infrared sensor is the key to having a good usable monocular, Teslong monoculars have an IR sensor with 256 x 192 resolution. Other important features include IP67 waterproofness, compact size, 5 color palette choices, a built-in rechargeable battery, and the ability to take photos and save to an, included, memory card.

How long do thermal monoculars last?

Teslong thermal monoculars are IP67 rated for waterproofness and otherwise built for rough and tumble outdoor use. They are an electronics device similar to a digital camera or a mobile phone so with some care they should last many years.

What is the best thermal night vision monocular?

Thermal monoculars used to be a tool that was only available to search and rescue, home inspection, and law enforcement professionals. Now, Teslong has built a thermal monocular that is not only very capable, but also very affordable, so buy your thermal night vision monocular from Teslong.

TTS260 Night Vision Thermal Imaging Monocular

See beyond your naked eye by using infrared vision!

SKU TTS260

$499.99 - $499.99

$499.99

$499.99 - $499.99

$499.99

• Pocket-sized Thermal Monocular for Exploring the Outdoors
• See People, Objects, and Animals Hundreds of Yards Away
• 260x200 Infrared Sensor Resolution
• Captures Photos in 5 Different Color Palettes

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Technical Specs

Infrared Sensor Resolution: 260x200 pixels
Image Resolution: 640x480 pixels
Frame Rate: 50 Hz
Frequency Band: 8-14 um
Digital Zoom: 1x, 2x, 4x
Temperature Tracking: Maximum, Center Point, and Minimum Temperature
Color Palette: 5 modes (Black Hot, White Hot, Red Hot, Green Hot, Iron Oxide Red)
Port: USB-C charging port
Power Source: 4800mAh lithium battery
Battery Life: 10-11 hours
Operating Temperature Range: -4-122°F (-20-50°C)
Storage Temperature Range: -40-140°F (-40-60°C)

What is in the package

Monocular
Carrying Case
HDMI Cable
USB-C Cable
16 GB MicroSD Card

Instructions and Manuals

User Manual

Safety Manual

• Free shipping on orders over $199
• 12-month warranty
• 30-day money-back guarantee

Night Vision Thermal Imaging Monocular

Explore the Outdoors at Night and in Lowlight Conditions

The Teslong TTS260 Night Vision Thermal Imaging Monocular

The Teslong TTS260 is a pocket-sized thermal imaging monocular for exploring the outdoors at night and in lowlight conditions. The TTS260 reveals your surroundings and helps you see people, objects and animals hundreds of yards away. Simple to use, the Teslong TTS260 captures photos and is the perfect companion, whether in the back country or your own backyard.

            
                260x200 Infrared Sensor Resolution
              
                50 Hz Refresh Rate and 15ºx12º FOV
              
                Manual Focusing and 1-4X digital zoom
              
                640x480 Image Resolution

The 260x200 thermal imaging monocular

1061 YD DETECTION DISTANCE
266 YD RECOGNITION DISTANCE

Up to 4x magnification
Detection range up to hundreds of yards
Recognition distance up to 266 yards

5 Different Color Palettes

Black Hot, White Hot, Red Hot, Green Hot, and Iron Oxide Hot—to help hunters identify objects more quickly and accurately.

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