The Optris PI 08M is a short-wavelength infrared camera (0.78–0.82 µm) built for monitoring metal-based additive manufacturing and laser processing that use near-infrared (NIR) or CO2 lasers. It measures 575°C to 1900°C in a single continuous range, resolves up to 764×480 pixels, and can run at up to 1 kHz for fast processes. Enviro Middle East is the authorized Optris distributor for the UAE and MENA region, supplying and supporting this camera across the GCC.
Key features at a glance:
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| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Detector Type | High dynamic CMOS |
| Max Resolution | 764 × 480 pixels (32 Hz) |
| Spectral Range | ~0.8 µm (0.78–0.82 µm) |
| Temperature Range | 575°C to 1900°C (single continuous range) |
| Max Frame Rate | 1 kHz (at 72 × 56 px, or 764 × 8 px line scan mode) |
| Mid Frame Rate | 80 Hz at 382 × 288 px |
| Response Time | 1 ms (analog/digital outputs) |
| Line Scan Mode | 764 × 8 px @ 1 kHz |
| Interface | USB, analog/digital outputs |
| Software | Optris PIX Connect (license required); developer kits available |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany |
| Cooling | Water-cooled housing available (up to 315°C ambient) |
Non-reflective materials tend to have stable, uniform emissivity, especially in long-wave infrared. Metallic and reflective materials behave very differently — their emissivity at long infrared wavelengths is low, making standard long-wave thermal cameras unreliable for these surfaces.
The PI 08M’s ~0.8 µm short-wavelength spectral range is matched to the peak emissivity of most metals, directly improving the reliability of remote temperature readings. This is reinforced by Planck’s radiation law: short-wavelength infrared regions emit significantly more radiation, which reduces how much emissivity variation affects measurement repeatability.
For high-temperature measurement of reflective materials — exactly the conditions found in NIR and CO2 laser processing — short-wavelength cameras like the PI 08M consistently outperform long-wavelength alternatives on precision, accuracy, and repeatability.
The camera’s high distance-to-spot-size ratio also enables accurate readings from significant distances, useful where sensors must be kept clear of the laser processing zone itself.
The PI 08M is purpose-built to acquire accurate surface temperature data during metal-based additive manufacturing processes that use NIR or CO2 lasers — a core requirement for process monitoring and quality control in metal 3D printing, where melt pool and surrounding temperature directly affect part quality.
| Resolution | Frame Rate | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 764 × 480 px | 32 Hz | Detailed full-frame thermal imaging |
| 382 × 288 px | 80 Hz | Fast-moving objects with clarity |
| 72 × 56 px | 1 kHz | Rapid temperature change detection |
| 764 × 8 px | 1 kHz | Continuous line scanning |
The PI 08M’s wide sub-image line scan mode (764 × 8 pixels at 1 kHz) enables precise, continuous temperature monitoring along a single line at very high speed — useful in both industrial laser processing lines and research settings that need constant, high-frequency temperature tracking along a defined path.
The PI 08M connects via USB and accesses advanced features — including line scanning and image merging — through an Optris PIX Connect software license. This gives researchers and process engineers a complete platform for thermal image processing and temperature data acquisition at a cost-effective price point. Developer kits are available for integrators building custom monitoring or control software.
Analog and digital outputs with 1 ms response time allow direct integration into fast industrial control loops independent of the PC software layer.
Enviro Engineering Trading LLC is the authorized Optris distributor for the UAE and MENA region. We supply, support, and calibrate the full Optris product range across the GCC, including:
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Q: What temperature range can the Optris PI 08M measure? A: The PI 08M measures 575°C to 1900°C in a single continuous range, with no sub-ranges to switch between.
Q: What’s the difference between the PI 08M and the PI 1M? A: Both are short-wavelength cameras for metal and laser applications, but the PI 08M’s ~0.8 µm spectral range is specifically tuned for NIR and CO2 laser processing (575°C-1900°C), while the PI 1M’s 1 µm range covers a slightly different, broader industrial temperature band (450°C-1800°C) for general metal, steel, and semiconductor work. Which one fits best depends on your specific laser type and process temperature.
Q: Is the PI 08M suitable for metal 3D printing? A: Yes. It’s specifically engineered to capture accurate surface temperature data for metal-based additive manufacturing processes using NIR or CO2 lasers.
Q: What’s the fastest frame rate the PI 08M supports? A: Up to 1 kHz, available at reduced resolutions of 72 × 56 pixels or in the 764 × 8 pixel line scan mode.
Q: Is the PI 08M available in the UAE? A: Yes. Enviro Middle East is the authorized Optris distributor for the UAE and MENA region and supplies the PI 08M with local support and calibration documentation.
Q: Does the PI 08M require a software license? A: Yes, advanced PIX Connect features such as line scanning and image merging are accessed via a software license, unlike some other Optris models where PIX Connect is free.
