Flir e86 thermal camera

FLIR E86 Thermal Imaging Camera

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£10,085.00 incl. VAT £8,404.17 excl. VAT
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FLIR E86 Thermal Imaging Camera

Model: E86 · Product code: FLR-E86-S14
£10,085.00 incl. VAT £8,404.17 excl. VAT
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Typical UK delivery: 1-5 working days. Longer lead times may apply to selected configurations.
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Ordered for detailed electrical, industrial maintenance and high-temperature inspection work.
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High-detail thermal imaging for demanding electrical, mechanical and industrial diagnostics.

  • Resolve faults in more complex scenes: 464 × 348 infrared resolution with UltraMax and FLIR MSX helps reveal heat patterns across busy panels, machinery and process equipment.

  • Match the lens to the target: AutoCal lens compatibility lets you inspect close, wide or distant assets with the right field of view for the job.

  • Measure higher-temperature assets: Measurement ranges up to 1500°C support advanced industrial diagnostics, high-temperature equipment checks and specialist maintenance work.

  • Strengthen inspection reporting: FLIR Inspection Route, Ignite and Thermal Studio support help teams capture, organise and present clearer thermal evidence.

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Key specifications
  • 464 × 348 native infrared resolution - 161,472 thermal pixels
  • Thermal sensitivity varies by lens: <30 mK with the 42° lens at 30°C
  • FLIR MSX® image enhancement for added visible detail
  • −20°C to 1500°C measurement capability across three selectable ranges
  • Measurement accuracy: ±2°C or ±2%, under specified conditions
  • Laser-assisted autofocus, contrast autofocus and manual focus
  • Interchangeable AutoCal™ lenses, including 14°, 24°, 42° and 80° options
  • FlexView® dual field-of-view lens options
  • FLIR UltraMax® image enhancement for compatible captured images
  • 5-megapixel visual camera with built-in LED light
  • 640 × 480 Dragontrail® touchscreen display
  • 3 spotmeters and 3 area meters in live mode
  • Centre spot, hot spot and cold spot measurement tools
  • Adjustable measurement parameters
  • FLIR Inspection Route™ for structured repeat inspections
  • On-camera reporting with voice notes, GPS tagging, text and sketches
  • Radiometric JPEG image capture
  • IR, radiometric and visual video recording
  • Video streaming over UVC and Wi-Fi
  • USB 2.0, Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi and DisplayPort connectivity
  • FLIR Ignite™ cloud upload
  • FLIR Thermal Studio Suite and FLIR Research Studio compatibility
  • METERLiNK® support via Bluetooth
  • More than 2.5 hours of battery operation under typical use
  • Drop-tested to 2 m
What's included
  • FLIR E86 thermal imaging camera
  • 2 rechargeable batteries
  • Battery charger and power supplies
  • Hard transport case
  • Lanyards and front lens cap
  • 8 GB SD card
  • USB-A to USB-C cable
  • USB-C to USB-C cable
  • USB-C to HDMI cable
  • Printed documentation
  • FLIR Thermal Studio Starter licence card
Delivery, returns & warranty

Dispatch and delivery

Orders are dispatched free of charge from within the UK using a tracked courier service.

Delivery to most UK mainland addresses typically takes 1–5 working days, subject to product availability. If the E86 is not immediately available, we will confirm the expected delivery window before dispatch.

Tracking information will be provided once your order has been dispatched. If you need the camera by a particular date, please contact Corey Technical before ordering so we can provide an accurate availability and delivery estimate.

As the equipment is supplied from within the UK, there are no customs charges or import bills to pay on delivery.

Returns

Contact Corey Technical before returning any product so we can authorise the return, confirm the correct address and ensure it is handled as efficiently as possible. Products must not be sent directly to Corey Technical or FLIR without written return authorisation from us.

Change-of-mind and other non-fault returns may be requested within 60 calendar days of delivery. Products must be returned complete, unmarked and undamaged, in a resalable condition and with all original packaging, accessories and documentation.

If you believe the product is faulty, damaged or incomplete, contact us as soon as possible. Corey Technical will coordinate the appropriate assessment and, where applicable, arrange a repair, replacement or refund.

Consumer cancellation rights and statutory rights relating to faulty, misdescribed or unsuitable goods remain unaffected.

We aim to make returns straightforward, with clear communication throughout to help minimise disruption and downtime.

Faults and warranty

The FLIR E86 is covered by FLIR’s manufacturer-backed limited warranty.

Register your camera with FLIR within 60 days of purchase to activate the following cover under its 2-10 warranty programme:

  • Camera parts and labour: 2 years
  • Infrared detector: 10 years
  • Batteries: 1 year

Without registration within the required period, FLIR’s standard one-year limited warranty applies. Cover is subject to FLIR’s warranty terms and exclusions.

If a fault develops during the applicable warranty period, contact hello@coreytechnical.co.uk with your order number, product serial number, a description of the issue and any supporting photographs or video.

Corey Technical will manage the process on your behalf, including assessment and repair or replacement where covered by the warranty. We will explain the next steps clearly and keep you updated throughout the process.

All returns, warranty assessments, repairs and replacements must be authorised in advance to ensure safe transit and the most efficient possible resolution.

Software, support & downloads

Standalone operation

The E86 operates as a standalone professional thermal imaging camera. You can capture, review, annotate and store thermal images directly on the camera without connecting to a computer during the inspection.

Images are saved as radiometric files with temperature measurement data, so findings can be reviewed, analysed and reported after the inspection.

Analysis and reporting software

FLIR Thermal Studio Suite provides desktop tools for reviewing thermal images, analysing temperature measurements and preparing inspection reports. Available features depend on the selected software edition and licence.

For cloud-based image storage and sharing, the E86 supports FLIR Ignite through Wi-Fi connectivity. Images can be uploaded from the camera to help keep inspection files organised and easier to share with colleagues or customers.

Inspection routes and on-camera reporting

The E86 supports FLIR Inspection Route, helping maintenance teams follow planned inspection points and keep records organised by asset. This is useful for repeat checks across panels, plant rooms, motors, pumps and building-services equipment.

On-camera reporting tools include voice annotation, GPS tagging, on-screen text and sketch notes, helping you add context to inspection images before they reach the reporting stage.

METERLiNK

FLIR METERLiNK allows readings from compatible FLIR test and measurement instruments to be used alongside your thermal inspection data via Bluetooth. Depending on the connected instrument, these can include electrical measurements or environmental readings.

Combining measurement data with thermal findings gives clearer context for fault assessment and reporting. A compatible FLIR instrument is required and supplied separately.

Software accounts, licences or subscriptions may be required for particular apps and services.

Downloads

The resources below provide technical specifications, operating guidance and support information for the FLIR E86, together with links to compatible software.

Where a document covers the wider Exx Series, refer to the information applicable to the E86.

For assistance with setup, software or product operation, contact hello@coreytechnical.co.uk. Corey Technical will help with your enquiry and liaise with FLIR where manufacturer input is required.

Is the FLIR E86 right for your work?

The FLIR E86 is built for industrial maintenance teams, electrical inspectors, reliability engineers and specialist contractors who need more native detail than the E76 while retaining interchangeable lenses and fast focus options.

Its 464 × 348 thermal detector, AutoCal lens compatibility, MSX and 1500°C upper measurement range make it well suited to complex equipment, smaller components and demanding inspection programmes. It is a strong choice when thermal findings need to support decisions about maintenance priority and asset condition.

Well suited to:

  • Detailed inspections of dense electrical panels and switchgear
  • Mechanical condition monitoring across motors, bearings and production plant
  • Industrial equipment operating at elevated temperatures
  • Reliability programmes with repeated checks of critical assets
  • Sites requiring both telephoto and wide-area inspection
  • Contractors documenting findings for clients or maintenance teams
  • Teams that need more detail than the E76 without moving to the E96

Consider the E76 if:

  • 320 × 240 resolution gives you sufficient target detail
  • Lens flexibility and autofocus matter more than additional pixels
  • You do not need a standard range extending to 1500°C

Consider the E96 if:

  • You need the finest native detail available in the Exx range
  • Small faults or distant targets must remain clearer within a larger scene
  • Your reporting calls for 640 × 480 thermal images
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Quick lens selector

Standard lens 24°

The everyday all-round choice

Choose this for mixed electrical, mechanical and facilities inspections. It balances scene coverage and target detail, and its 24° × 18° field of view suits general-purpose work.

Wide-angle 42°

For larger targets and wider scenes

Choose this to capture more of a building, roof, plant room or large piece of equipment in one image. It’s useful when you can’t step farther back, though it puts fewer detector pixels on a given target than a narrower lens.

Telephoto lens 14°

For smaller or more distant targets

Choose this when you need more image detail on a target that is far away, elevated or unsafe to approach, such as overhead connections or distant electrical equipment.

Ultra-wide lens 80°

For very wide scenes and restricted spaces

Choose this to capture a large area from close range. For the widest view, with less spatial detail on small targets; the camera’s visual camera and LED lamp are disabled while this lens is in use.

FlexView lens 24°/14°

Switch between standard and telephoto views

Choose this when you regularly move between general inspections and smaller or more distant targets. Switch between 24° and 14° at the lens, without removing it.

FlexView lens 42°/24°

Switch between wide-area and standard views

Choose this for large equipment or building surveys where you also need a standard view for closer inspection. Switch between 42° and 24° at the lens. 

Use the horizontal scrollbar below the table to compare lenses. The row names stay visible as you move across. Scroll vertically to continue down the page.

Comparison of six lens options compatible with the FLIR E76, E86 and E96 thermal imaging cameras
24° standard lens 42° wide-angle lens 14° telephoto lens 80° ultra-wide lens FlexView 24°/14° FlexView 42°/24°
Availability Available for E76, E86 and E96 Available for E76, E86 and E96 Available for E76, E86 and E96 Optional lens; confirm compatibility and configuration when ordering Available for E76, E86 and E96; check whether included or supplied separately Available for E76, E86 and E96; check whether included or supplied separately
Lens model 17 mm AutoCal lens 10 mm AutoCal lens 29 mm AutoCal lens 5 mm lens Dual field of view: 24° and 14° Dual field of view: 42° and 24°
Field of view 24° × 18° 42° × 32° 14° × 10° 80° × 63° Switch between 24° × 18° and 14° × 10° Switch between 42° × 32° and 24° × 18°
Spatial detail
Lower IFOV is finer
E76: 1.31 mrad
E86: 0.90 mrad
E96: 0.66 mrad
E76: 2.41 mrad
E86: 1.66 mrad
E96: 1.20 mrad
E76: 0.75 mrad
E86: 0.52 mrad
E96: 0.38 mrad
E76: 5.2 mrad
E86: 3.6 mrad
E96: 2.6 mrad
E76: 1.31 / 0.75 mrad
E86: 0.90 / 0.52 mrad
E96: 0.66 / 0.38 mrad
24° / 14°
E76: 2.41 / 1.31 mrad
E86: 1.66 / 0.90 mrad
E96: 1.20 / 0.66 mrad
42° / 24°
Minimum focus distance 0.15 m 0.15 m 1.0 m Not listed in FLIR’s camera specifications 0.15 m at 24°; 1.0 m at 14° 0.15 m at both 42° and 24°
Key benefit Balanced coverage and target detail for general inspection work Captures more of a large target or scene in one image Places more detector pixels on smaller or more distant targets Very wide coverage from close range or in restricted spaces Switches between standard and telephoto views without changing lenses Switches between wide-area scanning and a standard view
Main drawback Less scene coverage than the 42° or 80° lenses and less distant-target detail than 14° Lower spatial detail on a given target than narrower lenses Narrower view covers less of a large nearby asset Lower spatial detail on small targets; visual camera and LED lamp are disabled while fitted Offers only the 24° and 14° views; changing to another field of view requires a lens change Offers only the 42° and 24° views; changing to another field of view requires a lens change
Best suited to Mixed electrical, mechanical and building inspections at close to moderate distances Large assets, building envelopes and restricted positions where stepping back is difficult Elevated, distant or small targets that cannot be approached closely Very large targets or close-range surveys where a broad view matters more than fine detail Inspectors moving between general equipment checks and smaller or distant targets Inspectors scanning large equipment or building areas, then narrowing to a standard view
Typical inspection work Electrical panels, motors, pumps, bearings and general facilities equipment Building façades, roofs, large motors and pumps, tanks and heat exchangers Overhead electrical connections, busbars, distant machinery and elevated equipment Close-range surveys of large equipment, plant rooms and building interiors Electrical inspections where both standard and distant-target views are needed Large equipment, building envelopes, motors, pumps and heat exchangers

See FLIR Exx cameras in detail

Watch FLIR videos covering Exx thermal camera features, image detail, inspection workflow and reporting, so you can see how the cameras support electrical, mechanical and building maintenance work.

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thermal image of electrical switchboard

More Detail for Demanding Asset Inspections

The FLIR E86 combines 464 × 348 infrared resolution, interchangeable lenses, autofocus, MSX and measurement ranges reaching 1500°C. It is designed for inspection work where equipment is complex, access varies and image detail matters to the diagnosis.

What is MSX?

MSX adds visible-light outlines to the thermal image. This helps the inspector and the report reader recognise the component associated with a heat pattern.

Resolve smaller details

With 161,472 native thermal pixels, the E86 captures more detail than the E76. That is useful when inspecting compact electrical components or identifying the location of an anomaly within complex machinery.

Adapt the lens and focus

AutoCal lens choices cover distant, standard and wide-area views. Laser-assisted autofocus helps when moving between inspection points; manual focus remains available for precise control.

Inspect hotter assets

Its ranges are −20°C to 120°C, 0°C to 650°C and 300°C to 1500°C. Select the appropriate range for the equipment and working conditions.

Build usable inspection records

Inspection Route, annotations, FLIR Ignite and Thermal Studio support repeat checks, image organisation and clear communication of findings.               

Everything you need to start inspecting

The FLIR E86 is supplied as a complete professional kit. Ready to use the moment you receive it.

  • FLIR E86 thermal imaging camera
  • 2 rechargeable batteries
  • Battery charger and power supplies
  • Hard transport case
  • Lanyards and front lens cap
  • 8 GB SD card
  • USB-A to USB-C cable
  • USB-C to USB-C cable
  • USB-C to HDMI cable
  • Printed documentation
  • FLIR Thermal Studio Starter licence card

Capture on the camera. Organise, share and report with FLIR software.

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Standalone operation

Capture, review and store thermal images directly on the FLIR E86 without needing a computer or mobile app during the inspection.

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FLIR Ignite

Upload images over Wi-Fi, organise inspection files in the cloud and share findings with colleagues or customers when you are back online.

ThermoTools: ThermoTools thermal analysis software displayed on a desktop monitor

Thermal Studio + Inspection Route

Follow planned inspection routes, organise findings by asset and turn thermal images into clearer professional reports.

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Tracked UK delivery

Orders are dispatched from FLIR’s UK operation using a tracked courier service. Tracking details are provided once the order leaves the warehouse, and a signature may be required on delivery.

Confirmed lead times

Stocked camera and lens configurations normally arrive within 1–5 working days. Lead times can vary for less common configurations, so contact us if you need delivery by a particular date.

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No unexpected charges

Your order is supplied through FLIR UK. Prices are displayed clearly including and excluding VAT, with no customs duties or import charges payable when your equipment arrives.

Manufacturer-backed protection

Your FLIR E86 is covered by the manufacturer’s warranty and supported by FLIR'S UK’s service team. Register your camera within 60-days for the full warranty.

FLIR E86 FAQs

Clear answers to the most common questions about selecting, ordering and using the FLIR E86.

Is the FLIR E86 suitable for electrical inspections?

Yes. Its higher resolution and lens choices are useful for inspecting dense panels, switchgear and components at different distances. Thermal readings should be assessed in context, including equipment load.

What temperature range does the FLIR E86 measure?

It has three selectable ranges: −20°C to 120°C, 0°C to 650°C and 300°C to 1500°C.

Does the FLIR E86 have MSX?

Yes. MSX adds visible-light edge detail to help identify the equipment shown in a thermal image.

What is the infrared resolution of the FLIR E86?

Its native resolution is 464 × 348, or 161,472 thermal pixels. UltraMax is an additional compatible image-enhancement process, not the detector’s native resolution.

Can the FLIR E86 upload images to the cloud?

Yes. FLIR Ignite supports image upload over Wi-Fi with a suitable connection and account.

Does the FLIR E86 have interchangeable lenses?

Yes. It supports AutoCal lens options including 14°, 24°, 42° and 80°, plus FlexView options. The included lens depends on the configuration selected.

Is the FLIR E86 fixed focus?

No. It offers laser-assisted and contrast autofocus modes, plus manual focus.

What type of files does the FLIR E86 save?

It saves radiometric JPEG images containing measurement information for later review and reporting. Video recording is also supported.

Who is the FLIR E86 best for?

Inspectors working with complex electrical or mechanical assets who need more detail than the E76, lens flexibility and a standard high-temperature range.

Is the camera supplied calibrated and ready to use?

Yes. The FLIR E86 is supplied new, ready to use and with the relevant manufacturer documentation. FLIR also provides access to product certificates and service, adjustment and calibration information through its support resources.

A standard manufacturer calibration or quality document should not be confused with a UKAS-accredited calibration certificate. Please contact us before ordering if accredited calibration is required.

How long will delivery take, and will I receive an import bill?

In-stock camera and lens configurations are normally delivered within 1–5 working days. Configurations that are not currently in stock can take up to six weeks. UK customers will not receive a separate import or customs bill.

What warranty protection is included?

The FLIR E86 is covered by FLIR’s manufacturer-backed 2-10 limited warranty, with 2 years of cover on camera components and 10 years of cover on the uncooled thermal detector, subject to FLIR’s warranty terms and product registration requirements.

Corey Technical remains your point of contact after purchase and can assist with support, warranty guidance and repair arrangements.

Can I return the E86 if I change my mind?

Yes. The FLIR E86 can be returned within 60 days, subject to our Returns & Refunds Policy and the product being returned in re-saleable condition. Please contact Corey Technical before returning the camera or any accessories so that we can arrange the next steps.

Need help before ordering?

Tell us your application, target size and working distance. We’ll help confirm the most suitable camera and lens configuration.