FLIR MSX Multi-Spectral Dynamic Imaging

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Overview

FLIR MSX (Multi-Spectral Dynamic Imaging) is a proprietary FLIR technology which greatly enhances the clarity of your thermal images by adding in visual details in real time. This patent-pending technology is based on FLIR’s unique onboard processor which provides exceptional thermal clarity to highlight exactly where the problem is. MSX ensures easier target identification without compromising radiometric data. The quality of MSX thermal images is excellent. There is almost no need for a separate digital image. Plus, MSX works on thermal video as well as still images.

MSX is not a simple image blending technology - FLIR MSX actually extracts visible details like numbers and labels from visible light images and embosses them onto your thermal images. There is no opacity adjustment involved and you don't lose any part of your thermal image in the process. MSX produces a fully radiometric, vibrant thermal image with additional visual details. To achieve this, FLIR cameras with MSX actually take two images at once - one with the built-in digital camera and one with the thermal camera. Built-in software extracts visible light details from the digital image and embosses them over thermal images in real time. The beauty of this is that you can turn MSX on and off after the fact using the FLIR Tools reporting software. The original digital image is also available during analysis in the software.

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Conclusion

To sum up, FLIR MSX enhances the clarity of your thermal images by providing additional visual details. Unlike traditional thermal fusion that inserts a thermal image into a visible-light picture, FLIR MSX embosses visible light details directly onto thermal images - with MSX, thermal video and still images can be enhanced in real time with visible spectrum definition. This enhanced definition helps to highlight exactly where the problem is and provides easier target identification without compromising temperature data. MSX thermal images provide unrivalled image quality. There is no longer a need for a separate digital photo for reports.

Below you will find a table comparing some of FLIR's most popular thermal imaging cameras with MSX - the FLIR Ex Series. These industrial thermal imaging cameras provide high-resolution imaging and powerful features at an affordable price. These cameras are perfect tools for use in home inspections, energy audits, damage remediation, plant maintenance, auto repair, and even DIY home repair.