Thermal Camera Bosch NBT-8701-F25VF VGA 17° 30Hz

The Bosch NBT-8701-F25VF VGA thermal camera offers real-time thermal imaging with a VGA sensor, a 17° lens field of view and a 30 Hz frame rate. Designed for thermal inspections, surveillance and diagnostic tasks, this compact camera delivers clear temperature contrast and smooth image capture for visualizing heat patterns, recording sessions and integrating into monitoring systems.

Advantages

The device combines VGA resolution with a narrow 17° lens to provide detailed thermal images at a distance while the 30 Hz refresh rate ensures fluid motion rendering. Its design supports continuous recording and live visualization, enabling quick detection of temperature anomalies and straightforward integration into existing surveillance or inspection workflows. The camera is optimized for reliable thermal contrast and consistent frame timing to aid analysis and reporting.

Suitable for

• Building envelope inspections (heat loss, insulation defects)
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting (overheating components)
• Security and perimeter monitoring where thermal detection is required
• Preventive maintenance and condition monitoring in industrial settings

Key specifications

• Image resolution: VGA thermal sensor for clear temperature visualization
• Field of view: 17° lens suitable for medium-to-long range observation
• Frame rate: 30 Hz for smooth video and moving-target capture
• Output: real-time thermal video and recording capability compatible with monitoring systems
• Contrast performance: designed for clear differentiation of thermal gradients

How to use

Mount the camera at a position providing an unobstructed view of the target area and ensure it is securely fixed to reduce motion artefacts. Connect the camera to the monitoring or recording system according to system compatibility, configure image orientation and sampling parameters as required, and calibrate viewing distance and emissivity settings for accurate temperature interpretation. Use continuous live view or scheduled recording to capture thermal events, and store recorded sessions for later analysis.

Recommendations

For accurate diagnostics, allow the scene to reach thermal equilibrium where possible and set emissivity values appropriate to the observed materials. Avoid direct reflections from shiny surfaces and combine thermal data with visual inspection or other sensors when precise temperature measurement is required.