The Optris PI 1M is a short-wavelength infrared camera (0.85–1.1 µm) built for accurate non-contact temperature measurement of metals, steel, ceramics, and semiconductors — materials that are difficult to measure reliably with standard long-wave thermal cameras due to their low emissivity. It measures 450°C to 1800°C in a single range, captures up to 764×480 pixel images, 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 | 1 µm (0.85–1.1 µm short-wave) |
| Temperature Range | 450°C to 1800°C (single 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 (free); developer kits available |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany |
| Cooling | Water-cooled housing available (up to 315°C ambient) |
Most non-metallic, non-shiny materials have high and fairly stable emissivity across long-wave infrared ranges, making them straightforward to measure. Metallic and shiny materials behave differently their emissivity at long infrared wavelengths is low and inconsistent, which produces unreliable temperature readings with standard long-wave thermal cameras.
The PI 1M’s short-wavelength spectral range (1 µm) is matched to the point where most metallic materials exhibit their highest emissivity, simplifying accurate remote temperature measurement. This is reinforced by Planck’s radiation law: at short wavelengths, exponentially more infrared radiation is emitted, which reduces the influence of emissivity variation on measurement repeatability.
The practical result: for shiny, reflective, or metallic surfaces at high temperatures, short-wavelength cameras like the PI 1M consistently outperform long-wavelength cameras on precision, accuracy, and repeatability — while also offering a broader usable temperature range.
Typical materials measured: hot steel, iron, brass, copper, tin, carbon, ceramics, and semiconductors.
The PI 1M is engineered with metal-based additive manufacturing in mind. It’s compatible with an optional notch filter, making it well suited to nearly all laser processing applications where laser wavelength interference would otherwise distort readings — a common requirement in metal 3D printing and laser welding/cutting monitoring setups.
The PI 1M is built to adapt to different process speeds and monitoring needs:
| 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 | Very fast temperature change monitoring |
| 764 × 8 px | 1 kHz | Line scanning along a continuous process line |
Its strong distance-to-spot-size ratio also allows accurate readings from further away — useful where the camera can’t be mounted close to the process.
Beyond standard imaging, the PI 1M offers a dedicated wide sub-image line scan mode (764 × 8 pixels at 1 kHz), letting you monitor temperature continuously along a line at very high speed — valuable for both industrial process lines and research applications where a single temperature profile needs constant tracking.
The PI 1M connects via USB and runs on Optris PIX Connect, giving access to line scanning, image merging, and full thermal image processing tools at no additional cost. For teams building custom monitoring or control software, developer kits are available to integrate the PI 1M directly into proprietary systems.
The camera also provides analog and digital outputs with 1 ms response time, making it suitable for direct integration into fast industrial control loops without relying solely on 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 1M measure? A: The PI 1M measures 450°C to 1800°C in a single continuous range, without needing to switch calibration ranges.
Q: Why use a short-wavelength camera instead of a standard thermal camera for metal? A: Metals and other shiny materials have low, inconsistent emissivity at long infrared wavelengths, causing unreliable readings. The PI 1M’s 1 µm short-wavelength range matches metal’s highest emissivity point, giving more accurate and repeatable temperature measurements.
Q: Can the PI 1M be used for metal 3D printing or laser processing? A: Yes. It’s designed for metal-based additive manufacturing and, with an optional notch filter, is compatible with nearly all laser processing applications.
Q: What’s the fastest frame rate the PI 1M supports? A: Up to 1 kHz, available at reduced resolutions of 72 × 56 pixels (full sub-image) or 764 × 8 pixels (line scan mode).
Q: Is the PI 1M available in the UAE? A: Yes. Enviro Middle East is the authorized Optris distributor for the UAE and MENA region and supplies the PI 1M with local support and calibration documentation.
Q: What software does the PI 1M use? A: It runs on Optris PIX Connect, with developer kits available for custom software integration.
