FLIR GF306 - OGI Gas Detection Camera - Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF6)

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Description

FLIR GF306 OGI Thermal Imager

for SF6 gas leak detection

The FLIR GF306 gas detection FLIR thermal imaging camera uses OGI technology to detect sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) leaks and other gas emissions remotely and without the need to act on the installation. SF6 is used in the electrical distribution industry as an insulator and cooling medium for gas-insulated substations and circuit breakers.

The FLIR GF306 OGI camera is portable and capable of remote, non-contact inspections, making it a fast and safe way to perform a thermographic inspection of the substation. Reduce maintenance costs and losses from a possible substation outage by performing gas detection thermography inspections with the FLIR GF306.

Efficient, multi-detection equipment

A thermographic gas detection inspection with the FLIR GF306 camera is faster and safer than a traditional sniffer inspection. In addition, the FLIR GF306 is capable of detecting sulfur hexafluoride (SF6), anhydrous ammonia (NH3 - R717) and ethylene (C2H4) leaks.

Versatility for maintenance

The FLIR GF306 thermal imaging camera is capable of measuring temperatures up to 500 °C, so it can cover two functions with one thermal imaging device.

Save refrigerant and capacity losses

Optimize the operating cost of equipment operating with SF6. By detecting gas leaks efficiently, from safety distance to high voltage areas.

Sensitivity to visualize even small leaks

The FLIR GF306 mounts a high-sensitivity, high-resolution, cooled QWIP detector, so you can visualize sulfur hexafluoride leaks and identify the exact source of the emissions and begin repairs immediately. In addition, the FLIR GF306 OGI camera has maximum accuracy for temperature measurement, allowing you to observe temperature differentials and enhance visual contrast for better detection of the gas plume.

Ref. 44201-0101, 44201-0102

FLIR GF306 Thermal Imaging Camera - Introduction

What is FLIR OGI?

Before and after valve repair, as seen by FLIR OGI

Technical Data

Imaging and optical data ( For 24º lens)

IR resolution
320 × 240 pixels
Thermal sensitivity/NETD
<15 mK @ +30°C (+86°F)
Field of view (FOV)
24° × 18°
Minimum focus distance
0.3 m (1.0 ft.)
Focal length
23 mm (0.89 in.)
Lens identification
Automatic
F-number
1.5
Focus
Automatic (one touch) or manual (electric or on the lens)
Zoom
1-8× continuous, digital zoom
Digital image enhancement
Noise reduction filter, high sensitivity mode (HSM)

Detector data

Detector type
Focal plane array (FPA), cooled QWIP
Spectral range
10.3-10.7 µm
Pitch detector
30 µm
Sensor cooling
Stirling Microcooler (FLIR MC-3)
Detects following gases
Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF6), Acetyl Chloride, Acetic Acid, Allyl Bromide, Allyl Chloride, Allyl Fluoride, Ammonia (NH3), Bromomethane, Chlorine Dioxide, Ethyl Cyanoacrylate, Ethylene, Furan, Hydrazine, Methylsilane, Methyl Ethyl Ketone, Methyl Vinyl Ketone, Propenal, Propene, R 134a, Tetrahydrofuran, Trichloroethylene, Uranyl Fluoride, Vinyl Chloride, Vinyl Cyanide, Vinyl Ether

Electronics and data rate

Full frame rate
60 Hz

Image presentation

Display
Built-in widescreen, 4.3 in. LCD, 800 × 480 pixels
Viewfinder
Built-in, tiltable OLED, 800 × 480 pixels
Automatic image adjustment
Continuous/manual; linear or histogram based
Manual image adjustment
Level/span

Image presentation modes

Image modes
IR image, visual image, high sensitivity mode (HSM)

Measurement

Temperature range
-40°C to +500°C (-40°F to +932°F)
Accuracy
±1°C (±1.8°F) for temperature range (0°C, to +100°C, +32°F to +212°F) or ±2% of reading for temperature range (>+100°C, >+212°F)

Measurement analysis

Spotmeter
10
Area
5 boxes with max./min./average
Profile
1 live line (horizontal or vertical)
Difference temperature
Delta temperature between measurement functions or reference temperature
Reference temperature
Manually set or captured from any measurement function
Emissivity correction
Variable from 0.01 to 1.0 or selected from editable materials list
Reflected apparent temperature correction
Automatic, based on input of reflected temperature
Measurement corrections
Reflected temperature, distance, atmospheric transmission, humidity, external optics

Set-up

Menu commands
Level, span
Auto adjust continuous/manual/semi-automatic
Zoom
Palette
Start/stop recording
Store image
Playback/recall image
Color palettes
Iron, Gray, Rainbow, Arctic, Lava, Rainbow HC
Set-up commands
1 programmable button, overlay recording mode, local adaptation of units, language, date and time formats

Storage of images

Storage media
Removable SD or SDHC memory card , two card slots
Image storage capacity
> 1200 images (JPEG) with post process capability per GB on memory card
Image storage mode
IR/visual images
Visual image can automatically be associated with corresponding IR image
Periodic image storage
Every 10 seconds up to 24 hours
File formats
Standard JPEG, 14 bit measurement data included

Geographic Information System

GPS
Location data automatically added to every image from built-in GPS

Video recording in camera

Radiometric IR video recording
*.seq video clips to memory card (7.5 and 15 Hz).
Non-radiometric IR video recording
MPEG4 (up to 60 minutes/clip) to memory card.
Visual image can automatically be associated with corresponding recording of non-radiometric IR video.
Visual video recording
MPEG4 (25 minutes/clip) to memory card

Video streaming

Radiometric IR video streaming
Full dynamic to PC using USB cable or to mobile devices using Wi-Fi. PC software capable of displaying the video stream include the following:
  • FLIR IR Camera Player
  • FLIR ResearchIR
  • FLIR Tools
Non-radiometric IR video streaming
RTP/MPEG4

Digital camera

Built-in digital camera
3.2 Mpixels, auto focus, and two video lamps

Laser pointer

Laser
Activated by dedicated button
Laser classification
Class 2
Laser type
Semiconductor AlGaInP diode laser, 1 mW, 635 nm (red)

USB

USB
  • USB-A: Connect external USB device
  • USB Mini-B: Data transfer to and from PC
USB, standard
USB Mini-B: 2.0 high speed

Composite video

Video out
Digital video output (image)

Power system

Battery type
Rechargeable Li ion battery
Battery voltage
7.2 V
Battery capacity
4.4 Ah
Battery operating time
> 2 hours at 25°C (+77°F) and typical use
Charging system
In camera (AC adapter or 12 V from a vehicle) or 2-bay charger
Charging time
2.5 h to 95% capacity, charging status indicated by LED's
External power operation
AC adapter 90-260 VAC, 50/60 Hz or 12 V from a vehicle (cable with standard plug, optional)
DC operation
10.8 to 16 V DC, polarity protected (proprietary protected)
Power
12.5 W typically
Start-up time
Typically 10 min. @ 25°C (+77°F)

Environmental data

Operating temperature range
-20°C to +40°C (-4°F to +104°F)
Storage temperature range
-30°C to +60°C (-22°F to +140°F)
Humidity (operating and storage)
IEC 68-2-30/24 h 95% relative humidity +25°C to +40°C (+77°F to +104°F) (2 cycles)
Directives
  • 73/23EEC
  • 2004/108/EC
  • 2002/95/EC
  • 2002/96/EC
EMC
  • EN61000-6-4 (Emission)
  • EN61000-6-2 (Immunity)
  • FCC 47 CFR Part 15 class A (Emission)
  • EN 61 000-4-8, L5
Encapsulation
IP 54 (IEC 60529)
Shock
25 g (IEC 60068-2-27)
Vibration
2 g (IEC 60068-2-6)
Safety
Power supply: EN/UL/IEC 60950-1

Physical data

Camera weight, excl. lens and battery
1.94 kg (4.27 lb.)
Camera weight, incl. lens and excl. battery
2.24 kg (4.94 lb.)
Camera weight, incl. lens and battery
2.48 kg (5.47 lb.)
Battery weight
0.24 kg (0.52 lb.)
Camera size, excl. lens (L × W × H)
284 × 169 × 161 mm (11.2 × 6.7 × 6.3 in.)
Cameras size, incl. lens (L × W × H)
306 × 169 × 161 mm (12.0 × 6.7 × 6.3 in.)
Battery size (L × W × H)
141 × 47 × 28 mm (5.5 × 1.8 × 1.1 in.)
Battery charger size (L × W × H)
158 × 122 × 25 mm (6.2 × 4.8 × 1.0 in.)
Tripod mounting
UNC ¼"-20
Housing material
Aluminum, magnesium
Grip material
TPE thermoplastic elastomers

Shipping information

Packaging, type
Cardboard box
List of contents
  • Infrared camera with lens
  • Battery charger
  • Battery, 2 ea.
  • Hard transport case
  • HDMI-DVI cable
  • HDMI-HDMI cable
  • Lens cap (2 ea.)
  • Lens cap (mounted on lens)
  • Memory card
  • Power supply, incl. multi-plugs
  • Printed documentation
  • Shoulder strap
  • USB cable
  • Wi-Fi USB micro adapter (depending on CE and FCC regulations regarding wireless equipment for your country)
Packaging, weight
Packaging, size
400 × 190 × 510 mm (15.7 × 7.5 × 20.1 in.)

Box contents

  • FLIR GF306 camera with 14.5° or 24° lens
  • Battery charger
  • Battery, 2 Units
  • Rigid carrying case
  • HDMI-DVI cable
  • HDMI-HDMI cable
  • Lens cap, 2 pcs.
  • Lens cap (mounted on the lens)
  • Memory card
  • Power supply
  • Printed documentation
  • Shoulder strap
  • USB cable
  • USB Wi-Fi microadapter

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