FLIR MD-625 Static Thermal Night Vision Camera

Description

Bring fixed-view thermal imaging to a targeted section of the boat with the FLIR MD-625 Static Thermal Night Vision Camera. Its 640 × 480 video output, 25° field of view, and 2× digital zoom provide a compact solution for monitoring a consistent forward, aft, or side-facing area where pan-and-tilt control is not required. Need a thermal camera for low-light awareness without the size and complexity of a stabilized turret? The MD-625 uses a fixed uncooled VOx thermal sensor and analog video output for compatible monitors and marine electronics.

Key Specifications

• FLIR MD-625 static thermal night-vision camera, part number 432-0005-01-00.
• Fixed-mount thermal camera with a 640 × 480 NTSC/PAL video output.
• Uncooled VOx thermal microbolometer with 640 × 512 sensor resolution.
• Approximately 25° horizontal field of view.
• 2× digital zoom.
• Fixed deck or mast mounting; no pan-and-tilt mechanism.
• Supports NMEA 0183 heading data for compatible tracking functions.
• 12V–24V DC input with less than 10W nominal consumption and up to 20W with heater operation.
• IPX6 water protection, operating range of -13°F to 131°F (-25°C to 55°C), and approximately 3.1 lb (1.4 kg) weight.

Integration

The MD-625 needs a compatible video monitor, MFD, or analog video input for viewing. It is not a chartplotter, radar, GPS, or autonomous collision-avoidance device. Confirm that the intended display accepts NTSC or PAL composite video and determine the needed cables, adapters, and power arrangement before installation.

A fixed thermal field of view can be useful for a repeatable monitoring area, but it does not replace visual lookout, radar, current charts, navigation lights, or proper seamanship. Thermal performance depends on heat contrast, humidity, temperature, rain, spray, sea state, lens condition, and target properties.

Installation Notes

Choose a permanent deck or mast location with an unobstructed view in the intended direction. Because the camera cannot pan or tilt, verify its field of view before drilling. Avoid windows, exhaust, rigging, rails, radar shadows, deck lighting glare, and spray-heavy positions that can limit thermal performance.

Use a protected 12V or 24V DC circuit, sealed cable connections, and appropriate strain relief. FLIR’s MD-series information lists fixed-mount thermal cameras with compact all-weather housings, analog video options, and available 640 × 480 resolution for the MD-625 class. [829][832]

Before Ordering

Confirm analog video-input compatibility, required NTSC/PAL format, desired fixed viewing direction, mounting location, 12V/24V power source, cable path, and whether a fixed camera meets the vessel’s thermal-awareness needs.