Infrared security cameras

Infrared Security Cameras come in both a bullet and a Dome shape. They are mostly used for outdoor as outdoor lighting cannot always be controlled. Infrared cameras are used indoors where there is absolutely no light and it is pitch dark at night. They have the ability to view in total darkness 0 lux.

Where there is an outdoor overhang or awning, a Dome Infrared is usually installed underneath and can be angled to the desired direction and angle. Where an outdoor Infrared camera needs to be installed on a wall a Bullet camera is usually installed using a wall mount.

An infrared security camera has infrared lighting (Led’s) installed around the outside of the lens of the camera. The infrared sensor can see the infrared spectrum and provide us a picture which cannot be seen by a human eye, the infrared security camera can capture a picture that looks just like daytime. We use infrared security cameras for environments that have very low light or no light during night time outdoors or indoor areas which have no light.

Infrared cameras are often called "Night Vision" cameras from the ability to see at night. A common problem with infrared cameras is that they do not function in outdoor housings because the LED’s reflect on the glass of the housing and cause a “whiteout” effect. Also when using a infrared camera indoor are pointing to or through a windows infrared light reflects off the glass of the window and creates a glare on the picture.

Most infrared security cameras are weather proof and therefore can be used inside or out.  Almost all applications where outdoor cameras are needed, Infrared Cameras are used. Most Outdoor Infrared Dome cameras are also Vandal proof cameras. Vandal proof cameras are made out of a Polycarbonate Cover and Metal and are very difficult to break or steal.