Optris Xi 80 IR Camera for Autonomous Hot Spot Detection

Compact autonomous thermal camera for industrial monitoring

Optris Xi 80 is designed for fixed installation in industrial applications where temperature must be monitored reliably and without contact. The camera is especially useful when a single spot pyrometer is not enough because the hot spot may appear in different positions or because the process area must be monitored as a complete thermal image.

The integrated automatic spot finder can identify the hottest or coldest point in the image and output the corresponding temperature value. This allows Xi 80 to work as an intelligent temperature sensor for machine protection, process monitoring, early hot spot detection and simple automation tasks.

Why use Xi 80 instead of a single spot pyrometer?

A traditional pyrometer measures one defined spot. This works well when the object position is stable and the measurement point is always known. In many real industrial applications, however, the hottest point can move, the product can shift on a conveyor, or the operator may not know the exact position where overheating will occur.

Xi 80 solves this problem by measuring a complete 80 × 80 px thermal image. The camera can automatically find the relevant temperature point or area and provide a temperature output for control or alarm purposes. This makes it a strong solution for applications where a compact thermal image gives more reliable process information than a single-point sensor.

Main features of Optris Xi 80

• 80 × 80 px thermal image for automatic hot spot or cold spot detection.
• Temperature range from –20 °C to 900 °C for many industrial monitoring tasks.
• 50 Hz frame rate for fast response in process and machine monitoring.
• Ethernet and USB interfaces for PC-based or industrial integration.
• Autonomous operation for temperature evaluation without continuous PC connection.
• Motorized focus for remote focusing via PIX Connect software.
• Distance-to-spot ratio up to 190:1 depending on selected optics.
• Automatic spot finder for detecting the hottest or coldest point in the image.
• PIX Connect software for configuration, analysis, alarms, recording and data export.

When to choose Optris Xi 80?

Xi 80 is a good choice when the application requires more information than a single point sensor can provide, but does not require a high-resolution thermal camera. It gives the user a compact and cost-effective way to detect hot spots, monitor temperature areas and output reliable temperature values to a machine or PLC.

• hot spot detection in machines and production areas;
• replacement of single spot pyrometers when the hot spot position is not fixed;
• conveyor, product flow and moving object temperature monitoring;
• early fire detection and overheating protection;
• electrical cabinet, bearing, motor or mechanical component monitoring;
• OEM machines requiring a compact integrated IR camera;
• process alarm, quality control and machine protection applications.

Autonomous operation and PLC integration

Xi 80 can operate as an autonomous temperature measurement device. The camera can calculate temperature values internally and transmit the result through USB, Ethernet or the process interface. This means the camera can be used not only for visual thermal inspection, but also as an active process sensor in an automation system.

Temperature values or alarm signals can be sent to a PLC through the process interface. For more advanced integration, industrial communication options such as Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP or PROFINET can be used with appropriate interface kits.

Optics and field of view

Xi 80 is available with different optics, allowing the camera to be adapted to the target size and mounting distance. Wide-angle optics are useful when a larger area must be monitored from a short distance. Narrower optics are better when a smaller object must be measured from a longer distance.

When selecting the optics, it is important to know the object size, distance from the camera to the target, required field of view and the smallest temperature detail that must be detected. Inobalt can help evaluate whether Xi 80 resolution and optics are sufficient, or whether a higher-resolution Optris camera such as Xi 400, Xi 410 or Xi 640 would be more suitable.

PIX Connect software

Optris Xi 80 is configured and analyzed with PIX Connect software. The software allows users to view the thermal image, set measurement areas, define alarms, adjust motorized focus, record radiometric data and export temperature information for further analysis.

PIX Connect is useful during commissioning and process optimization, because it allows engineers to see the temperature distribution, understand where hot spots appear and configure the camera output according to the real process requirement.

Xi 80, Xi 400, Xi 410 or Xi 640?

Xi 80 is the best fit when a compact and cost-effective autonomous hot spot finder is needed. It is stronger than a single spot pyrometer because it captures a complete thermal image, but it remains simple and compact for machine integration.

Xi 400 is a better choice when higher resolution and more detailed thermal analysis are required. Xi 410 is more suitable when Ethernet / PoE integration and autonomous monitoring are the main priorities. Xi 640 should be selected when high-resolution 640 × 480 px thermal imaging is needed in a compact Xi series format.

How Inobalt helps select Optris Xi 80

Correct IR camera selection depends on the real application. Important parameters include temperature range, target material, emissivity, object size, measuring distance, field of view, optics, ambient conditions, required response time, communication interface, alarm logic and PLC integration.

Inobalt helps customers in Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia select Optris Xi 80, choose suitable optics, evaluate mounting conditions, define process outputs and compare Xi 80 with other Optris infrared cameras. We can also help decide whether the application requires a compact hot spot finder, a higher-resolution thermal camera or a specialized high-temperature camera.

Frequently asked questions about Optris Xi 80

What is Optris Xi 80 used for?

Optris Xi 80 is used for autonomous hot spot detection, machine protection, process monitoring and non-contact temperature measurement in industrial applications. It is especially useful when a single spot pyrometer does not provide enough information about the temperature distribution.

How is Xi 80 different from a pyrometer?

A pyrometer measures one defined spot. Xi 80 captures an 80 × 80 px thermal image and can automatically detect the hottest or coldest point. This makes it more reliable when the hot spot position changes or when a wider area must be monitored.

Can Xi 80 operate without a computer?

Yes. Xi 80 can calculate temperature values autonomously and output data through USB, Ethernet or the process interface. A computer is useful for configuration and analysis, but continuous PC operation is not always required.

Can Xi 80 be connected to a PLC?

Yes. Xi 80 can send temperature values or alarms through the process interface. Additional industrial communication options such as Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP and PROFINET are available with suitable interface kits.

What temperature range does Xi 80 measure?

Optris Xi 80 LT ETH is designed for non-contact temperature measurement from –20 °C to 900 °C.

When should I choose Xi 400 or Xi 640 instead of Xi 80?

Xi 400 or Xi 640 should be considered when higher image resolution, more detailed thermal analysis or more precise temperature distribution monitoring is required. Xi 80 is best suited for compact, cost-effective hot spot detection and simple autonomous monitoring.