Why Choose IRISS Infrared Inspection Windows?
IRISS infrared inspection windows are designed to support safer and more convenient infrared inspection of electrical equipment.
Depending on the selected series, the technology can provide:
- Infrared inspection access
- Visual inspection capability
- UV inspection capability
- Clear optical access
- Reinforced mechanical protection
- Stable infrared transmission
- Resistance to moisture and dust-related performance issues
The VPT and CAP-CT polymer technology is described as providing stable IR transmission over its service life without degradation due to aging and as not absorbing moisture or dust.
IRISS Infrared Window Technology
CaF₂ Crystal Technology
The VPFC Series uses CaF₂ crystal technology and is intended for infrared inspection. The supplied comparison identifies the VPFC range as available in 2-inch to 4-inch sizes.
Patented Polymer Technology
The VPT and CAP-CT Series use patented IRISS polymer technology.
Compared with an equivalent crystal IR window, the supplied information states that the polymer technology can provide a 20–25% larger effective viewing aperture.
Inspection Capabilities
One of the key differences between the product technologies is inspection capability.
The supplied product information states that the clear optic used with the polymer technology enables:
- Visual inspection
- Infrared inspection
- UV inspection
This provides users with more than thermal inspection access alone.
Reinforced Aluminium Grill
The VPT and CAP-CT technology incorporates a patented reinforced aluminium grill.
According to the supplied information, the grill enhances mechanical strength and personnel safety. During thermal imaging, the grill becomes invisible, allowing effective infrared inspection.
Stable Infrared Inspection Performance
The supplied product comparison highlights differences between crystal and polymer window technology.
Crystal IR transmission can degrade with aging, while the polymer technology is described as providing stable IR transmission over its service life without degradation due to aging.
The polymer technology is also described as not absorbing moisture and dust, helping maintain consistent thermal inspection performance.
IRISS Infrared Window Standards
According to the supplied product information, the IRISS infrared window range complies with relevant protection and equipment standards.
VPFC Series
- IP67
- NEMA 6
- IEC 62271-200
- UL 746C
- IEEE C37.20.2
VPT / CAP-CT Series
- IP67
- NEMA 6
- IEC 62271-200
- UL 746C
- IEEE C37.20.2
- IEEE 60980-344:2020
IRISS Infrared Window Series Comparison
| Feature |
VPFC Series |
VPT Series |
CAP-CT Series |
| Window Technology |
CaF₂ Crystal |
Patented Polymer |
Patented Polymer |
| Main Inspection |
Infrared |
Visual + IR + UV |
Visual + IR + UV |
| Size Information |
2″–4″ |
2″–24″ polymer range |
2″–24″ polymer range |
| Effective Viewing Aperture |
Crystal design |
20–25% larger than equivalent crystal window |
Polymer design |
| Reinforced Aluminium Grill |
Not indicated in supplied comparison |
Yes |
Yes |
| Moisture/Dust |
Affected by moisture & dust contamination |
Does not absorb moisture/dust |
Does not absorb moisture/dust |
| IR Transmission |
Can degrade with aging |
Stable over service life |
Stable over service life |
| Hardware |
Stainless Steel |
Stainless Steel |
Stainless Steel |
| Warranty |
Limited warranty |
Unconditional lifetime warranty |
Unconditional lifetime warranty |
The comparison is based on the information supplied in your IRISS PDF.
Applications of IRISS Infrared Inspection Windows
IRISS infrared inspection windows can be used to support infrared inspection programs for electrical equipment.
Typical applications can include:
- Electrical equipment inspection
- Electrical panel inspection
- Switchgear inspection
- Condition monitoring
- Predictive maintenance
- Thermal inspection
- Electrical maintenance
- Infrared inspection programs
Important: I recommend keeping this application list relatively general unless you have an IRISS datasheet confirming specific equipment/application compatibility.
Why Buy IRISS Products from Agile Microsys?
Agile Microsys Pvt. Ltd. is an authorized Channel Partner of IRISS.
We provide infrared inspection solutions for industrial and electrical inspection requirements and can assist customers with product selection and technical requirements.
Our team can help you identify the appropriate IRISS infrared inspection window based on your inspection application and equipment requirements.
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Explore the IRISS Product Series
VPFC Series
CaF₂ crystal infrared inspection window for infrared inspection applications.
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VPT Series
Patented polymer infrared inspection window with a larger effective viewing aperture and visual, infrared and UV inspection capability.
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CAP-CT Series
Polymer infrared inspection window with reinforced aluminium grill for mechanical strength and personnel safety.
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