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LWIR Micro Thermal Camera Module

Lepton

NDAA compliant and ITAR free, Lepton® is the highest production volume longwave infrared camera module in the world. Compact and cost-effective, Lepton has enabled thermal innovation adopted by millions of customers. Lepton offers multiple resolutions, four field-of-view (FOV) options, and absolute temperature output on specific models.

Teledyne FLIR continuously enhances the online Lepton integration toolbox to reduce development costs and shorten market time. Application notes, integration videos, quick start guides, and complementary source code for testing on Windows, Linux, Raspberry Pi, and BeagleBone ensure efficient integration. For advanced, large-volume programs, the Technical Services team can support licensing MyFLIR® application software and image enhancing MSX® and Vivid-IR™.

Lepton’s low-power consumption, unmatched image quality, and integration support enable innovative product development in mobile, small electronics, and unattended sensors for smart buildings, fire detection, occupancy tracking, equipment condition monitoring, and more.

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ENHANCED THERMAL PERFORMANCE

Greater resolution and sensitivity than common thermopile arrays.

  • Radiometric 80x60 and 160x120 or nonradiometric 120x120 usable resolutions
  • Thermal sensitivity <50 mK
  • Scene dynamic range up to 450 °C  depending on model
  • Integrated digital thermal image signal processing
 

AFFORDABLE MICRO THERMAL CAMERA WITH UNBEATABLE SWaP

Size, power, and lens options enable mobile devices, unattended sensors, and small electronics.

  • 50°, 57°, 95°, and 160° horizontal FOV lens options
  • 10.5 x 12.7 x 7.2 mm excluding 160° lens
  • 150 mW typical, 5 mW standby mode, and 650 mW shutter activation (0.5 sec)
  • Smart phone-compatible power supplies


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PROFESSIONAL GRADE AND BUILT FOR INTEGRATORS

Develop with the industry’s leading thermal camera manufacturer to reduce risk, cost, and time to market.

  • World’s largest production capacity and NDAA compliant
  • Proven consumer electronic quality assurance metrics
  • Technical and marketing knowhow support development and go-to-market strategy
  • MyFLIR software and image enhancing MSX and Vivid-IR available for license
 

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GROW YOUR BUSINESS WITH LEPTON

Integrating Teledyne FLIR thermal camera modules is now easier with our library of how-to-videos, application notes, and our comprehensive support center with product drawings, datasheets, and more!

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WHAT IS THERMAL BY FLIR?

Thermal by FLIR is a cooperative product development and marketing program that supports original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and product innovators who use FLIR thermal imaging sensors in their products. With Thermal by FLIR, let us help you create the next market-changing innovation to grow your business.

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Product Resolution Frame Rate Pixel Pitch (μm) FOV Horizontal Temperature Measurement Status Compare
Lepton 1.5, 80x60, 50°, shutterless
500-0643-00
80 × 60, progressive scan 8.6 Hz (commercial application exportable) 17 µm 50° (nominal) Discontinued Lepton
Lepton 1.6, 80x60, 25°, shutterless
500-0690-00
80 × 60, progressive scan 8.6 Hz (commercial application exportable) 17 µm 25° (nominal) Discontinued Lepton
Lepton 2.0, 80x60, 50°, with shutter
500-0659-01
80 × 60, progressive scan 8.6 Hz (commercial application exportable) 17 µm 50° (nominal) Discontinued Lepton
Lepton 2.5, 80x60, 50°, radiometric with shutter
500-0763-01
80 × 60, progressive scan 8.6 Hz (commercial application exportable) 17 µm 50° (nominal) Yes In Production Request Info Lepton
Lepton 3, 160x120, 56° with shutter
500-0276-01
160 x 120, progressive scan 8.8 Hz (commercial application exportable) 12 µm 56° (nominal) Discontinued Lepton
Lepton 3.1R, 160x120, 95°, radiometric with shutter
500-0758-03
160 x 120, progressive scan 8.6 Hz (commercial application exportable) 12 µm 95° Yes In Production Request Info Lepton
Lepton 3.5, 160×120, 57° with shutter
500-0771-01
160 x 120, progressive scan 8.6 Hz (commercial application exportable) 12 µm 57° (nominal) No In Production Request Info Lepton
Lepton UW, 160x120, 160°, Non-radiometric
500-1387-00
160x120 output with a usable 120-pixel diameter area 8.6 Hz (commercial application exportable) 12 µm 160° No In Production Request Info Lepton

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Resources & Support

News articles and white papers written by Teledyne FLIR OEM experts to help you integrate your Teledyne FLIR OEM products.

For technical questions, find answers by visiting our FAQ at: flir.custhelp.com

Technical Guidance

People-finding with a Lepton

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FAQ

Are there options to reduce Lepton's FFC power consumption?

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Can a FLIR OEM camera data be streamed to disk over the PCI-1422 card and displayed real time?

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Can any of the default Lepton configurations be changed?

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Technical Guidance

Heat Activated Power Strip with Lepton and WeMo

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How does a neutral density filter affect the scene dynamic range of FLIR’s OEM cameras?

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Application Note

Lepton Spot Meter Code

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What is the purpose of the 'Set RAD RBFO External Parameters' command?

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IDD CAD data LEPTON 2.5, 80x60

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IDD CAD data LEPTON 3.1R, 160x120

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IDD CAD data LEPTON 3.5, 160x120

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Lepton SDK and Documentation

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Lepton SDK for Windows

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Version: 1.0.2

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Lepton Windows User App V1.3.2

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Version: 1.3.2

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Assets below are shared by all models in this product family.

 

The Engineering Datasheet provides detailed information.

  • Functional Characteristics
  • Technical Specifications
  • Performance Data
  • Electrical and External Circuitry
  • Mechanical Recommendations

 

The mechanical drawings and 3D files are available in IDD+ and STEP formats.

Lepton Camera Breakout Board v2.0 Datasheet

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Lepton Engineering Datasheet Rev 400

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Lepton FS1 Datasheet

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Lepton Series Datasheet

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Lepton 3.1R Dewarping App Note R100

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Lepton 80x60 vs Lepton 160x120 App Note

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Lepton Breakout Board - Declaration of Compliance Rev 120

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Lepton California Proposition 65 Declaration Rev 120

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Lepton RoHS Certificate of Compliance Rev 210

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Lepton Software IDD Rev 303

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