LumaSense Technologies MC320 Manual - Manual (Page 9)

MC320 Thermal Imager Manual Introduction 9
2 Introduction
The MC320 represents another milestone in innovative infrared
thermal imaging. Designed with advanced maintenance-free
electronics and industrial protective packing, the MC320 offers
unparalleled accuracy for demanding industrial and scientific
applications. With an unmatched array of protective accessories,
the MC320 demonstrates LumaSense’s commitment to long-term
trouble-free operation of these instruments. The MC320 quickly
measures temperature without contact in even the most adverse
environments. Its compact design provides for easy integration
into standard enclosures for use in harsh environments and its
full array of optional lenses meet the needs of most applications.
The technique of thermal imaging, or thermography, is based on
well-established technology and has been used for a wide variety
of applications. However, implementing a systems approach for
thermal process applications requires detailed knowledge of the
specific application, available thermal imagers and thermal
scanners, existing controls platform, and software requirements,
etc. As such, we have a full staff of engineering and software
specialists available for the design and development of
comprehensive turn-key systems for all customer applications.
Experience in many different thermal applications is the
backbone of our designs and short-term turnaround for
specialized software and custom camera configurations is our
specialty.
2.1 System Overview
The MC320 is intended to be integrated with the appropriate
application-specific imaging components for use in process
control, nondestructive testing, and diagnostic applications. It
provides real-time digital image transfer and control using
Gigabit Ethernet and provides an option for remote monitoring
through a Local Area Network. As such, the MC320 thermal
imaging system can be used as a machine vision system, operator-
based temperature monitoring system, fully automatic
temperature control system, or stand-alone smart sensor for
alarm temperature control.
System Features (Dependent upon Specific Application
Requirements)
Imaging cameras, scanners, and associated equipment
Image processing software, from existing modules in our
extensive library or through customer software
development
The image processing unit or the image
processing/control system