Product Review: FLIR E6-XT Thermal Camera
The Instrument Choice Team of Scientists regularly reviews new and popular products, so you can make more informed decisions when searching for the perfect scientific instrument for your application.
This edition examines the professional and functional FLIR E6-XT Thermal Camera, a featured-packed device designed for diagnosing electrical, HVAC and building issues.
About FLIR Systems
Since 1978, FLIR has been leading the way in designing, manufacturing, and developing high-performance infrared imaging systems. FLIR offers an extensive and robust range of thermal imaging solutions for commercial, industrial, and government applications.
Introducing the FLIR E6-XT Thermal Camera
The FLIR E6-XT Thermal Camera helps electricians, builders, HVAC professionals, and building inspectors stop guessing and start seeing. The FLIR E6-XT offers a robust and non-invasive way to monitor and troubleshoot temperature-related issues in buildings, electrical equipment and machinery.
With a long list of impressive features and specifications usually reserved for higher-end products, the FLIR E6-XT will help find any trouble spots, add significant value to professional services and, most importantly, keep your customers safe.
Outstanding Features and Benefits of the FLIR E6-XT Thermal Camera
- MSX technology: FLIR’s exclusive MSX technology provides extraordinary thermal imaging detail. You can choose to activate the MSX feature to enhance your infrared images for ultra-clear detail and better interpretation. The MSX mode can be switched on or off, as required.
Figure 1 Thermal image with MSX technology off (left) and on (right) - Straightforward Navigation: Navigate easily to on-screen settings, image modes, and measurement tools using intuitive button controls.
- Easy to use: The FLIR E6-XT offers an uncomplicated interface that simplifies measurements in both thermal and MSX modes.
- WiFi Enabled: WiFi connectivity to smartphones and tablets via the FLIR Tools Mobile app makes image sharing and transmitting reports from any location easy.
- No WiFi? No worries: Rapidly transfer images for documentation data to and from a PC or Mac device using the USB interface.
- Various image modes: Choose from several image modes to suit almost any thermal imaging application, including; thermal MSX, thermal, picture-in-picture, thermal blending and digital camera.
- Colour pallet selection: Select the right colour palette for your operation, including; iron, rainbow, and black and white.
- FLIR tools app: Easily analyse thermal images, edit pictures and create reports from your smartphone via the FLIR Tools app. (Android and Apple).
- Built tough: The FLIR E6-XT has an IP54 rated enclosure that provides a high level of protection against dust and water. What’s more, the FLIR E6-XT will withstand a 2-metre drop test!
- Ultra-portable: Built for portability and safe, efficient use in harsh environments, the FLIR E6-XT weighs in at just 0.575 kg.
FLIR E6-XT Thermal Camera Key Specifications
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FLIR E6-XT Thermal Camera Image and Optical Data Specifications |
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IR Resolution |
240 × 180 (43,200 pixels) |
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Thermal sensitivity/NETD |
<0.06°C / <60mK |
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Spatial Resolution (IFOV) |
3.4 mrad |
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Field of View (FOV) |
45° × 34° |
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F-number |
1.5 |
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Image Frequency |
9 H |
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Focus |
Focus-free |
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FLIR E6-XT Thermal Camera Detector Data Specifications |
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Detector Type |
Focal Plane Array (FPA), uncooled microbolometer |
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Spectral Range |
7.5–13 µm |
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FLIR E6-XT Thermal Camera Image Presentation and Mode Specifications |
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Display |
3” 320 × 240 color LCD |
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Image Adjustment |
Automatic adjust/lock image |
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Image Modes |
Thermal MSX, thermal, picture-in-picture, thermal blending, digital camera |
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Colour Palettes |
Iron, Rainbow, Black & White |
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FLIR E6-XT Thermal Camera Measurement and analysis Specifications |
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Object Temperature Range |
20°C to 550°C in two ranges |
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Accuracy |
±2°C or ±2% of reading for ambient temperature 10°C to 35°C and object temperature above 0°C |
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Spot meter |
Center spot |
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Area |
Box with max/min |
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Isotherm |
Above alarm, below alarm |
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FLIR E6-XT Thermal Camera Data communication and interface Specifications |
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Interfaces |
USB Micro: data transfer to and from PC and Mac device |
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WiFi |
Peer-to-peer or infrastructure |
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File Format |
Standard JPEG, 14-bit measurement data included |
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FLIR E6-XT Thermal Camera General Specifications |
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Operating Temperature Range |
15°C to 50°C |
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Battery |
Rechargeable 3.6 V Li ion battery |
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Battery Operating Time |
Approx. 4 hours at 25°C ambient temperature and typical use |
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Battery Charge Time |
2.5 hours to 90% capacity in-camera. 2 hours in charger |
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Drop |
2 metres |
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Camera Weight (Including battery) |
0.575 kg |
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Camera Size ( L x W x H) |
244 × 95 × 140 mm |
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Box Contents |
Infrared camera, hard transport case, battery, USB cable, power supply/charger with EU, UK, US and Australian plugs, printed documentation |
FLIR E6-XT Thermal Camera Applications
The FLIR E6-XT is a powerful troubleshooting tool for electrical, building, and HVAC applications. Applications include:
- Electrical: Identify and troubleshoot high abnormal temperatures on fuses, breakers and connections.
- Building: Use the FLIR E6-XT to trace and spot buildings' energy waste, moisture issues, structural problems, and pest incursion.
- HVAC: Track down mechanical wear and tear, cooling and heating system duct disconnections and refrigerant issues.
Conclusion
What do our scientists conclude about the FLIR E6-XT Thermal Camera?
“The FLIR E6-XT is a professional troubleshooting tool brimming with useful features and specialised functions sure to satisfy the requirements of any electrician, builder or HVAC/R specialist – without breaking the budget.”
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