Raytron Unveils Cutting-Edge Infrared Modules at SENSOR+TEST 2026
Nadia Petrov
Raytron Microelectronics showcased compact infrared imaging solutions at SENSOR+TEST, advancing OEMs' abilities in industrial automation and predictive maintenance. What role do these innovations play in smart city advances?
Raytron Microelectronics highlighted its latest infrared imaging technologies at SENSOR+TEST 2026, held in Nuremberg, Germany. Spanning June 9-11, this event brought together industry leaders to explore advancements in automation and inspection tools. The showcased modules addressed diverse applications including thermal imaging, short-wave infrared (SWIR), and gas detection, designed to enhance industrial automation and predictive maintenance processes.
Among the offerings, Raytron introduced its TC2-C miniature thermal module. Measuring just 13.2 × 13.2 × 8.7 mm and weighing only 2.5 grams, the module supports MIPI, DVP, and USB interfaces for easy integration into printed circuit board (PCB) inspection systems and portable devices. This innovation specifically tackles long-standing issues of size and power constraints faced by OEMs designing embedded thermal solutions.
Broad Industrial Capabilities Highlighted
Raytron's high-resolution SE5 1280 series was another critical highlight, featuring a 1280×1024 sensor housed in a compact 29×29 mm casing. With 50 Hz thermal imaging capabilities, the module is tailored for large-scale industrial inspections, including utility drone surveillance, photovoltaic facility monitoring, and infrastructure assessments. Its second-generation ISP chip and shutterless design deliver smooth, dependable imaging for demanding applications.
The company also introduced the SWIR NS-615AS-10GE, which uses advanced spectral wavelength tuning to decode chemical signatures in clear plastics, enhancing waste-sorting technologies. The OGI-cooled Photon C330H module, achieving a NETD of ≤12 mK and weighing 460 g, was designed to visualize invisible methane and volatile gas leaks, a tool that underscores environmental compliance efforts.
Implications for Cities and Smart Systems
For city leaders and municipal planners, Raytron’s technologies offer significant potential in enhancing urban infrastructure and sustainability goals. The ability to conduct precise thermal and SWIR inspections can modernize utility management, improve energy efficiency, and bolster safety in public infrastructure.
Such innovations also play a role in waste management, enabling real-time sorting and recycling through smart spectral imaging. Moreover, environmental compliance tools capable of detecting invisible gas leaks align with cities’ goals to meet ambitious environmental standards and emissions targets. Municipalities may look to integrate these advanced solutions into urban systems to advance smart city initiatives.
Questions That Matter
What did Raytron Microelectronics showcase in Nuremberg?
Raytron Microelectronics presented high-performance infrared imaging modules at SENSOR+TEST 2026, held in Nuremberg from June 9 to 11. These modules target industrial automation and predictive maintenance markets.
What is unique about Raytron’s TC2-C module?
The TC2-C module is ultra-compact, measuring just 13.2 × 13.2 × 8.7 mm and weighing 2.5 g. It supports MIPI, DVP, and USB interfaces, enabling seamless integration in portable devices and PCB inspections.