The FLIR K53 offers the reliable clarity and performance firefighters need to work quickly and safely in the smokiest environments. This TIC features FSX™ Flexible Scene Enhancement, which intensifies structural and textural details in thermal images. Thanks to the K53's enhanced perspective and orientation, firefighters gain better situational awareness as well as a greater sense of confidence and safety.
Firepower simplified
One glove-friendly button starts the K53 in TI-Basic mode, while one trigger-pull captures stills or records video.
Uncompromising visual quality
320 × 240 resolution, a 60 Hz frame rate, and a bright 4" LCD all help you see more in smokey conditions.
Affordability redefined
The K53's affordable price helps fire and rescue departments get essential tools into the hands of those who could use them most.
- Hard Case
- Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC)
- (2) Li-Ion Batteries
- Carabiner Strap
- Retractable Lanyard
- Tabletop Charger w/Power Supply
- USB Cable
Overview | |
IR Resolution | 320 × 240 pixels |
Compatible with FLIR software | FLIR Tools® |
Detector Type | Focal plane array (FPA), uncooled microbolometer |
Focal Length | 9 mm (0.35 in.) |
Languages | English |
Material | PPSU Silicon rubber Aluminium, cast Flame-resistant magnesium alloy |
Packaging Size | 500 × 190 × 370 mm (19.7 × 7.5 × 14.6 in.) |
Pitch | 25 µm |
Report Generation | Separate software (FLIR Tools) |
Set-up Commands | Local adaptation of units, date and time formats |
Spectral Range | 7.5–13 µm |
Tripod Mounting | UNC ¼"-20 (adapter needed) |
Connection & Communications | |
Interface | Update from PC devices Data transfer to and from PC |
Storage Media | Internal flash memory |
USB | USB Mini-B |
Environmental | |
Directives | Designed to meet NFPA 1801:2013 specification: Vibration Impact acceleration resistance Corrosion Viewing surface abrasion Heat resistance Heat and flame Product label durability |
Drop | 2 m (6.6 ft.) on concrete floor (IEC 60068-2-31) |
EMC | EN 61000-6-2:2005 (Immunity) EN 61000-6-3: 2011 (Emission) FCC 47 CFR Part 15 B (Emission) |
Encapsulation | IP 67 (IEC 60529) |
Humidity (Operating and Storage) | IEC 60068-2-30/24 h 95% relative humidity 25°C to 40°C (77°F to 104°F) / 2 cycles |
Magnetic fields | EN 61 000-4-8, Test level 5 for continuous field (severe industrial environment) |
Operating Temperature Range | –20°C to 85°C (–4°F to 185°F) 150°C (302°F): 15 min. 260°C (500°F): 5 min. |
Relative Humidity | 95% relative humidity 25°C to 40°C (77°F to 104°F) non-condensing |
Shock | 25 g (IEC 60068-2-27) |
Storage Temperature Range | –40°C to 85°C (–40°F to 185°F) |
Vibration | 2 g (IEC 60068-2-6) |
Imaging & Optical | |
Camera size (L x W x H) | 120 × 125 × 280 mm (4.7 × 4.9 × 11 in.) |
Camera weight incl battery | 1.1 ±0.05 kg (2.4 ±0.1 lb.) |
Contrast optimization | Digital image enhancement using FSX |
Depth of Field | 0.84 m to infinity (33 in. to infinity) |
f-number | 1.25 |
Field of view (FOV) | 51° × 38° |
Focus | Fixed |
Image Frequency | 60 Hz |
Non-radiometric IR video recording | MPEG-4 to internal flash memory |
Non-radiometric IR video streaming | Uncompressed colorized video using USB |
Spatial resolution (IFOV) | 2.8 mrad |
Storage Capacity | 200 files in total, with a maximum duration of 30 minutes. The total number of files is co-dependent on the number of saved images. |
Measurment & Analysis | |
Accuracy | ±4°C (±7.2°F) or ±4% of reading, for ambient temperature 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
Isotherm | Yes |
Object Temperature Range | –20°C to 150°C (–4°F to 302°F) 0°C to 650°C (32°F to 1202°F) |
Spot Meter | 1 |
Thermal Sensitivity/NETD | <30 mK @ 30°C (86°F) |
Meter Data | |
Auto Range | Yes, selectable on/off using FLIR Tools® |
Display | 4 in. LCD, 320 × 240 pixels, backlit |
Power | |
Battery capacity | 4.4 Ah, at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) |
Battery operating time | Approx. 4 hours at 25°C (77°F) ambient temperature and typical use |
Battery Type | Li Ion |
Battery voltage | 3.6 V |
Battery weight | 0.152 kg (0.3 lb.) |
Charging system | Battery is charged inside the camera 2-bay charger Optional In-truck charger |
Charging Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
Charging Time | 2 h to 85% capacity, charging status indicated by LEDs |
Power Management | Automatic shutdown and sleep mode |
Safety [power supply] | CE/EN/UL/CSA/PSE 60950-1 |
Start Up Time | <17 s. (IR image, no GUI) |
Start-up time from sleep mode | <4 s. |
Storage Media | |
File Formats | Standard JPEG |
Image Storage | Standard JPEG; Image freeze: configurable |
Image Storage Capacity | 200 files in total the total number of files is co-dependent on the number of saved video clips. |
Image Storage Mode | IR only |
- Availability: 4-5 Days
- Brand: FLIR
- Model: FLIR-K53