The FLIR T530 is a professional-grade thermal imaging camera featuring a 180° rotating optical block, a crisp 4-inch touchscreen LCD, and a 320 x 240 resolution infrared detector. Designed for advanced thermography in industrial, electrical, and utility applications, the T530 offers exceptional thermal sensitivity, autofocus assisted by a laser distance meter, and seamless wireless connectivity.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | USB Type-C (USB 2.0, DisplayPort video out, power delivery), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Display | 4-inch touchscreen LCD, 640 x 480 pixels, auto-rotation |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Rechargeable Li-ion battery, AC adapter 90-260 VAC (50/60 Hz) |
| Operating Temperature | -15°C to 50°C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 140 mm x 201.3 mm x 167.3 mm |
| Weight | 1.3 kg (with battery and 24° lens) |
Detector & Optical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| IR Resolution | 320 x 240 pixels |
| UltraMax Resolution | 640 x 480 pixels |
| Spectral Range | 7.5 to 14.0 µm |
| Thermal Sensitivity (NETD) | <30 mK @ +30°C (with 42° lens) |
| Detector Pitch | 17 µm |
| Image Frequency | 30 Hz |
| Focus Control | Continuous LDM, One-shot LDM, One-shot contrast, Manual |
| Digital Zoom | 1x to 4x continuous |
| Visual Camera Resolution | 5 MP |
| Visual Camera FOV | 53° x 41° |
| F-Number | f/1.3 (24° lens), f/1.1 (42° lens), f/1.5 (14° lens) |
| Field of View (FOV) Options | 24° x 18° (24° lens), 42° x 32° (42° lens), 14° x 10° (14° lens) |
| Spatial Resolution (IFOV) | 1.31 mrad (24° lens), 2.41 mrad (42° lens), 0.75 mrad (14° lens) |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.15 m (24° and 42° lenses), 1.0 m (14° lens) |
Measurement & Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Object Temperature Range (Low) | -20°C to 120°C |
| Object Temperature Range (High) | 0°C to 650°C |
| Measurement Accuracy | ±2°C or ±2% of reading |
| Spotmeters | 3 in live mode |
| Area Boxes | 3 in live mode |
| Emissivity Correction | Variable from 0.01 to 1.0, or selected from predefined materials list |
| Measurement Corrections | Reflected temperature, optics transmission, atmospheric transmission |
| Laser Distance Meter | Yes, dedicated class 2 transmitter and receiver |
| Laser Distance Meter Accuracy | ±1.5% of measured distance |
| Laser Pointer | Class 2, semiconductor AlGaInP diode laser, 635 nm (red), <1 mW |
| Color Alarms (Isotherm) | Above, below, interval, condensation, insulation |
| Measurement Presets | No measurements, Center spot, Hot spot, Cold spot, User presets |
| Image Sketching Capability | Yes, on infrared or visual image via touchscreen |
Image Presentation & Modes
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Image Modes | Infrared, Visual, MSX, Picture-in-Picture, Gallery |
| FLIR MSX | Yes, embosses visual outlines onto full-resolution thermal image |
| Color Palettes | Iron, Gray, Rainbow, Arctic, Lava, Rainbow HC |
| Picture-in-Picture | Resizable and movable infrared area on visual image |
| GPS Image Tagging | Yes, automatic logging of location coordinates |
| Compass Heading Logging | Yes, automatic heading integration |
Data Storage & Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Media | Removable SD card |
| Image File Format | Standard radiometric JPEG with 14-bit measurement data included |
| Radiometric IR Video Recording | Real-time radiometric recording (.csq) to SD card |
| Non-Radiometric IR/Visual Video Recording | H.264 to SD card |
| Radiometric IR Video Streaming | Yes, over USB Type-C or Wi-Fi |
| Non-Radiometric IR Video Streaming | H.264 or MPEG-4 over Wi-Fi; MJPEG over UVC or Wi-Fi |
| Voice Annotation | 60 seconds built-in microphone/speaker or via Bluetooth |
| Text Annotation | Predefined list or touchscreen virtual keyboard |
| METERLiNK Compatibility | Yes, wireless connection to compatible FLIR clamp and moisture meters |
Power System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery |
| Battery Operating Time | Approx. 4 hours at 25°C typical use |
| Battery Charging Time | 2.5 hours to 90% capacity using 2-bay charger |
| Charging Temperature Range | 0°C to 45°C |
| AC Adapter Outputs | 15 VDC, 3 A |
| Battery Capacity | 6.4 Ah |
| Battery Energy | 23 Wh |
| Battery Voltage | 3.6 V |
Environmental & Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40°C to 70°C |
| Relative Humidity Limits | 95% relative humidity, non-condensing (IEC 60068-2-30) |
| IP Rating (Encapsulation) | IP 54 (IEC 60529) |
| Shock Resistance | 25 g (IEC 60068-2-27) |
| Vibration Resistance | 2 g (IEC 60068-2-6) |
| Safety Standards | EN/UL/CSA/PSE 60950-1 |
Physical & Ergonomics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Optical Block Rotation | 180° independent rotation |
| Tripod Mounting Thread | UNC 1/4"-20 |
Detector
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Detector Type | Uncooled microbolometer |
Camera Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-in LED Lamp | Yes (integrated LED video/photo lamp) |
| Laser Classification | Class 2, 635 nm, <1 mW |
| Lens Calibration | Automatic (AutoCal lens recognition) |
Connectivity & Communication
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| USB Connector Type | USB Type-C (USB 2.0 standard) |
| Video Output Type | DisplayPort over USB Type-C |
| Wi-Fi Specifications | 802.11 a/b/g/n (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) |
| Bluetooth Specifications | Bluetooth 4.0, BLE |
Display
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Auto-Rotation | Yes (gravitational sensor controlled) |
Image Presentation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Size | 4 in |
| Display Resolution | 640 × 480 pixels |
| Display Type | IPS touchscreen LCD |
| Color Palette Choices | Iron, Gray, Rainbow, Arctic, Lava, Rainbow HC |
Laser Pointer
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Laser Max Output | <1 mW |
Storage & File Formats
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Included Storage Capacity | 8 GB SD card |
| Voice Annotation Duration | Up to 60 s (via built-in mic/speaker or Bluetooth) |
Technology
Uncooled Microbolometer
Applications
Industrial thermography, electrical inspection, and predictive maintenance