Turing C256 Uncooled Infrared Module

The Turing C256 is a compact uncooled LWIR infrared module with 256×192 resolution, engineered for integration into portable thermal cameras, handheld devices, and embedded systems requiring lightweight thermal imaging.

Description

Turing C256 Uncooled Infrared Module

The Turing C256 is a high-performance, compact uncooled long-wave infrared (LWIR) module built around a 256×192 resolution detector. Designed for seamless integration, it delivers reliable thermal imaging in a small form factor — making it an ideal choice for developers building handheld thermal cameras, IoT sensing nodes, and portable security devices.

Leveraging advanced VOx microbolometer technology, the C256 provides consistent image quality across varying environmental conditions without the complexity and cost of cryogenic cooling. Its low power consumption and small footprint enable integration into battery-operated or space-constrained platforms.

Key Features

  • 256×192 uncooled LWIR detector
  • Compact module design for easy system integration
  • Low power consumption suitable for portable applications
  • Stable thermal imaging across a wide temperature range
  • Compatible with handheld cameras, UAVs, and embedded platforms

Applications

Firefighting and rescue operations, perimeter security, industrial inspection, outdoor sporting optics, and UAV-based thermal surveillance.

Features

The Turing C256 uncooled infrared module, adopting an advanced 256×192 wafer detector, features compact dimensions, lightweight design, and low power consumption, meeting the SWaP³ design requirements. The split assembly makes it more flexible to use. It comes with multiple auxiliary development tools that support multiple ARM architecture SOC platforms, ensuring ease of use and integration. It also supports the simultaneous output of images and temperature values with a variety of lightweight infrared lenses and extension components. As the best choice for low-cost solutions, this product series can be used in many scenarios such as industry, power, security protection, and machine vision.

Low-Cost Solution

  1. It adopts the 256×192 WLP detector and weighs only 3.5g with a 3.2mm lens.
  2. It supports multiple ARM architecture SOC platforms, capable of directly processing sensor data.

Easy Development

  1. It is compatible with various mainstream embedded SOC platforms and can optimize the image effect of ISP.
  2. It provides multiple SDK development interfaces for rapid secondary development.

Multiple Selections

  1. The FOV varies from 20° to 90° and the extension supports multiple protocols such as DVP, MIPI, and analog video.
  2. The split design is convenient for integration and development, supporting applications in multiple areas such as consumer, intelligence, security, and industrial sectors.

Specification

Performance Indicators
Detector Type Uncooled VOx infrared detector
Resolution 256×192
Detector Frame Rate 25 Hz
Pixel Pitch 12μm
Spectral Band 8~14μm
NETD ≤50mK at 25°C (≤40mK, optional)
Image Adjustment
Brightness/Contrast Adjustment Manual/Auto
Polarity Black-hot/White-hot
Palette Multiple types support
Reticle Display/Blank/Move
Image Processing Digital filtering noise reduction, and digital detail enhancement
Mirroring Horizontal/Vertical/Diagonal
Power Supply
Power Supply Range (typical) 3.8V~5.2V
Typical Power Consumption at 25°C Without Extension ≤0.35W
Interface
Digital Video CDS2/CDS3/LVCMOS
Serial Communication Interface UART
Extension Components Analog Video
Interface/Supporting
Direct Drive Solution Compatible with SOC platforms such as HIS13516, HIS13519, NT98528, AR9201, AR9341, and CV28M33
Temperature Measurement Performance
Measurement Range Temperature measurement series: -20℃~+550℃
Measurement Accuracy For measurement series, ±3°C or ±3% of reading (The greater shall prevail) @Ambient temperature of -20°C~+60°C
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions (Without lens and extension components) 21×14.6mm
Weight (3.2mm, without extension components) ≤3.5g
Lens Model 2mm, 3.2mm, 7mm, 10mm, 13mm
Environment Adaptability
Operating Temperature -20℃~60℃
Storage Temperature -45℃~+85℃
Humidity 5 ~ 95%, non-condensing
Product Certification RoHS

Application Scenarios

Measurement Tool

Measurement Tool

Security Monitoring

Security Monitoring

Smart Home

Smart Home

UAV Airborne

UAV Airborne

Downloads

Download Datasheet (PDF)

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