UV-IR Optical Detector
UV-IR / OPTICAL DETECTION UV-IR Optical Detector
Modern combat and high-risk platforms require fire detection systems that can identify a developing fireball before heat and pressure reach destructive levels. The UV-IR Optical Detector is engineered for ultra-fast flame recognition, combining ultraviolet and infrared sensing with a reaction speed of less than 3 milliseconds for demanding military and industrial fire-protection architectures.
A rapid-response optical fire detector for armored vehicles, protected platforms and critical environments where early flame recognition is essential to the suppression sequence.
Millisecond Fireball Detection for Critical Platforms
In armored and mission-critical platforms, a fire event can develop faster than conventional heat accumulation allows. When ammunition penetrates armor, the resulting fireball must be recognized immediately so the fire-protection architecture can react before the event escalates.
The UV-IR Optical Detector monitors ultraviolet and infrared flame signatures and is specified for a high-speed reaction below 3 milliseconds. Once the required fire signature is identified, the detector provides an alarm signal for the connected control architecture, supporting rapid initiation of the suppression sequence.
Multi-Sensor Recognition for Fast Fire Events
The detector uses a UV/IR dual sensor together with a thermal sensor. Its optical channels evaluate flame-related radiation, while the technical specification also identifies a 180°C fire-detection thermal sensor as part of the sensing configuration.
The supplied product data specifies 140° blind spot detection, high sensitivity against creeping fire and an advanced software algorithm. False-alarm immunity is defined according to MIL-PRF-62546C, supporting reliable detection in demanding platform environments.
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Rapid Detection Before Fire Escalation
The UV-IR Optical Detector is intended to recognize the intense optical signature associated with fast-developing fire events. Its sub-3-millisecond reaction specification supports applications where the available time between ignition and suppression must be kept extremely short.
The detector is specified against NATO STANAG 4317 and MIL-PRF-62546C, with additional military environmental and electromagnetic qualification references listed in the product documentation.
UV-IR Optical Detector Highlights
Sub-3 ms Reaction
The technical specification defines a high-speed reaction of less than 3 milliseconds for rapid fire-event recognition.
UV/IR + Thermal Sensing
Dual UV/IR sensing is supported by a thermal sensor specified for 180°C fire detection.
False Alarm Immunity
False-alarm immunity is specified according to MIL-PRF-62546C for demanding operational environments.
140° Detection Coverage
The technical data lists 140° blind spot detection to support flame monitoring across the protected area.
Creeping Fire Sensitivity
High sensitivity against creeping fire extends the detector's capability beyond rapidly developing fireball events.
Harsh-Environment Protection
IP67 ingress protection, wide operating temperatures and 800-hour salt-fog resistance support demanding installations.
UV-IR Optical Detection Functions
Fireball Recognition
- Reaction
- High-speed response below 3 ms.
- Sensors
- UV/IR dual sensor with thermal sensing.
- Purpose
- Rapid recognition of fast-developing fire events.
Thermal Fire Detection
- Thermal Sensor
- 180°C fire-detection threshold.
- Sensitivity
- High sensitivity against creeping fire.
- Algorithm
- Advanced software algorithm.
Platform Integration
- Supply
- 24 VDC nominal, 16–32 V input range.
- Mounting
- Vertical and horizontal mounting options.
- Protection
- IP67 water and dust ingress protection.
Application Areas
Testing Standards & Qualification References
The supplied product documentation lists military, environmental, electromagnetic and fire-detection references including NATO STANAG 4317, MIL-PRF-62546C, MIL-STD-810H, MIL-STD-461F, EN 54-10, UL 268, FM 3230 and ISO 7240-28.
Frequently Asked Questions
01 What is the specified reaction speed of the UV-IR Optical Detector?
The technical data specifies a high-speed reaction of less than 3 milliseconds.
02 Does the detector include a thermal fire-detection function?
Yes. In addition to its UV/IR dual sensor, the product specification lists a 180°C fire-detection thermal sensor.
03 What electrical input range is defined for the detector?
The detector uses a 24 VDC nominal power supply with a specified input range of 16–32 V.
04 What service-life figures are listed in the technical specification?
The supplied technical data lists an MTBF of 150,000 hours and a shelf life of 10 years.
05 Can the detector be installed in more than one orientation?
Yes. The product data specifies both vertical and horizontal mounting options.
Technical Data
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