Fluke TiX501 thermal imaging camera shown from an angled front and side view

Fluke TiX501 Thermal Imaging Camera

9 Hz / Standard 34°
£15,485.00 incl. VAT £12,904.17 excl. VAT
Skip to product information
Fluke TiX501 thermal imaging camera shown from an angled front and side view
Fluke logo

Fluke TiX501 Thermal Imaging Camera

Professional thermal imaging for predictive maintenance, utilities and demanding industrial inspections up to 650°C.

  • Identify developing faults clearly: 640 × 480 native infrared resolution and 75 mK thermal sensitivity reveal the heat patterns behind electrical and mechanical problems.

  • Capture consistently focused images: LaserSharp® Auto Focus measures the distance to your target for fast, precise focusing.

  • Inspect from difficult positions: The 240° articulating design and large 5.7-inch touchscreen make overhead, low-level and around-corner measurements easier.

  • Adapt the camera to the application: Interchangeable Smart Lenses support wide-area, long-distance and close-up inspections without camera recalibration.

Price Match Promise: White price-tag icon with pound symbol on a blue circle Price match promise

Found this camera and lens configuration available for less from another authorised UK retailer? Send us the details and we will try our best to match the price - we normally can.

Free UK Delivery: White delivery-truck icon on a blue circle Free UK delivery

Free tracked and insured delivery is included with all camera orders to standard UK addresses.

Corey Technical also manages import VAT, customs clearance and duties - where applicable - so you will not receive an unexpected import bill.

Helpful, Responsive Support: White conversation-bubble and checkmark icon on a blue circle Helpful, responsive support

Speak directly with Corey Technical for product comparisons, lens selection, quotations, order updates and after-sales support.

We aim to respond promptly and remain your point of contact throughout your purchase.

Contact Corey Technical

Model: TiX501 · Product code: FLK-TIX501-9HZ-S34
£15,485.00 incl. VAT £12,904.17 excl. VAT
Shipping calculated at checkout.
Available to order
Typical UK delivery: 1-5 working days. Longer lead times may apply to selected configurations.

Price includes the TiX501 camera and selected lens configuration.

Request a formal quotation

Unsure which lens you need? Get configuration advice →

round navy blue circle with white check mark

Quotations and VAT invoices available

round navy blue circle with white check mark

UK-based pre and post-sale support

round navy blue circle with white check mark

Secure card and bank-transfer payment

round navy blue circle with white check mark

Manufacturer-backed warranty assistance

Key specifications
  • 640 × 480 native infrared resolution
  • 75 mK thermal sensitivity (NETD at 30°C)
  • 9 Hz infrared frame rate
  • −20°C to 650°C temperature measurement range
  • Measurement accuracy: ±2°C or ±2%, whichever is greater, under specified conditions
  • Adjustable emissivity with reflected-background temperature and transmission correction
  • LaserSharp® Auto Focus with laser distance measurement and advanced manual focusing
  • Large 5.7-inch, 640 × 480 LCD touchscreen
  • 240° articulating design for overhead, low-level and around-corner inspections
  • Thermal, visible-light and IR-Fusion® viewing
  • 34° × 24° field of view and 0.93 mrad spatial resolution with the standard lens
  • Optional wide-angle, 2× telephoto, 4× telephoto and 25 μm macro Smart Lenses
  • 2× digital zoom
  • 5-megapixel visible-light camera
  • Standard video recording
  • Fluke Connect® SmartView® image-analysis and reporting software
  • Text, voice and IR-PhotoNotes™ image annotations
  • Approximately 2–3 hours of operation per replaceable battery, depending on use
  • Two rechargeable smart batteries supplied
  • IP54 protection and engineered to withstand a 1-metre drop
  • 4 GB internal storage, removable 4 GB microSD card and USB flash-drive support

Field of view, spatial resolution and minimum focus distance vary with the selected lens. See the lens guide below.

What's included
  • Fluke TiX501 thermal imaging camera with standard infrared lens
  • Two rechargeable lithium-ion smart batteries
  • AC power supply with universal mains adapters
  • Battery pack charger
  • USB cable
  • HDMI video cable
  • Bluetooth headset, where available
  • Adjustable hand strap
  • Adjustable neck strap
  • Rugged IP67 hard carrying case with custom foam insert
  • Fluke Connect® SmartView® desktop software, available as a free download
  • User manual and product documentation
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 TiX501 or a selected lens 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 honest 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 Fluke 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

Every Fluke TiX501 supplied by Corey Technical includes a two-year manufacturer warranty.

If a fault develops during the 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 Ti480U operates as a standalone thermal imaging camera. You can capture, review and store thermal images during an inspection without a computer or mobile app.

Analysis and reporting software

Fluke SmartView IR software is available for PC at no additional charge. It supports detailed thermal image analysis, radiometric video analysis and professional report creation.

Downloads

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

Is the Ti480U right for your work?

The Ti480U is the highest-capability model in Fluke’s Ultra Series, built for experienced thermographers and industrial teams working on critical assets, demanding processes or applications where smaller temperature differences must be captured clearly.

It combines 640 × 480 native resolution, 50 mK thermal sensitivity and 1280 × 960 SuperResolution to reveal finer thermal contrast and preserve more evidence across small, complex or distant targets. Its extended −20°C to 1,200°C measurement range supports high-temperature process work, while fully radiometric video allows temperature changes to be recorded and analysed over time.

Well suited to:

  • High-voltage switchgear, substations, transformers and power-generation assets
  • Furnaces, kilns, foundries, heat-treatment equipment and hot process lines
  • Critical motors, bearings, pumps and production machinery
  • Transient or changing conditions requiring fully radiometric video
  • Research, validation and advanced condition-monitoring programmes
  • Professional thermographers producing detailed, defensible inspection reports

Consider the Ti300U if:

  • Your work mainly involves routine electrical, mechanical or HVAC inspections
  • Targets are normally accessible and 384 × 288 resolution provides sufficient detail
  • You require fully radiometric video but not 640 × 480 native resolution
  • You do not need 50 mK sensitivity, SuperResolution or measurement above 650°C
  • Reducing the initial investment is a greater priority than maximum image performance

Consider the Ti401U if:

  • You need 640 × 480 native detail for smaller or more distant targets
  • Your inspections are primarily based on individual thermal images rather than radiometric video
  • The −20°C to 650°C measurement range covers your applications
  • 75 mK thermal sensitivity is sufficient for the temperature differences you need to detect
  • You do not require SuperResolution or the Ti480U’s specialist high-temperature capabilities
Compare Ultra Series models All Fluke cameras
Industrial reliability engineer using a Fluke Ti480U thermal imager to inspect a high-voltage transformer at an electrical substation

Quick lens selector

Standard lens 25°

The best all-round choice

Choose this for mixed electrical, mechanical, HVAC and building-services inspections at close to moderate distances.

Wide-angle 44°

For large targets in confined spaces

Choose this when you need to capture more of a nearby panel, room, wall or installation without stepping farther back.

2× telephoto lens 12°

For smaller or more distant components

Choose this for elevated equipment, outdoor switchgear and components that cannot be approached closely.

4× telephoto lens 7°

For specialised long-distance inspections

Choose this when a small target must be resolved from a substantial distance and maximum reach matters more than scene width.

Comparison of the four lenses available for the Fluke Ti480U thermal imaging camera
Standard lens Wide-angle lens 2× telephoto lens 4× telephoto lens
Availability Included with the Ti480U Optional Optional Optional
Field of view 25° × 19° 44° × 34° 12° × 9° 7° × 5°
Spatial resolution
Lower is finer
0.68 mrad 1.20 mrad 0.33 mrad 0.19 mrad
Minimum focus distance 0.25 m 0.1 m 1 m 3 m
Focal length 24.8 mm 13.7 mm 51.2 mm 87.5 mm
Temperature range −20°C to 1,200°C −20°C to 1,200°C −20°C to 1,200°C −20°C to 1,200°C
Key benefit Best balance of scene coverage, target detail and versatility Captures large nearby targets where stepping farther back is difficult Places more detector pixels across smaller or more distant components Finest target detail at distance of the four Ti480U lenses
Main drawback Less detail than a telephoto lens on small, distant targets Lowest spatial detail; poorly suited to small targets at distance Narrower view and 1 m minimum focus distance reduce close-range flexibility Very narrow view and 3 m minimum focus distance make it the least versatile
Best suited to Mixed inspections at close to moderate working distances Large targets and confined areas with limited working space Routine inspections of smaller targets that cannot be approached closely Specialist long-distance inspections of small or inaccessible targets
Typical inspection work Electrical panels, motors, pumps, HVAC systems and general building services Large cabinets, plant rooms, walls, ceilings and building interiors Elevated switchgear, busbars, cable terminations and guarded machinery Overhead connections, distant substation components and inaccessible equipment

See Fluke cameras in detail

Watch official Fluke videos covering the TiX and Ultra Series, from camera operation and measurement setup to Super Resolution use of Fluke's analysis software - SmartView IR

Hydraulic forging press compressing a glowing steel billet inside an industrial workshop.
Thermal image of a forging press showing a white-hot steel billet and localised overheating at the right-hand guide bushing.

Detailed thermal evidence for demanding, high-temperature inspections

The Ti480U combines 640 × 480 native infrared resolution, 50 mK thermal sensitivity, 1280 × 960 SuperResolution and a −20°C to 1,200°C measurement range. This makes it well suited to advanced inspection work in process manufacturing, power generation, heat treatment and heavy industry.

Inspect higher-temperature processes with one camera

The extended measurement range supports inspections of furnaces, kilns, heat-treatment equipment, hot pipework and other process assets operating beyond the Ti401U’s 650°C limit.

Reveal finer temperature differences

With thermal sensitivity of 50 mK, the Ti480U can distinguish subtle temperature variations across complex equipment. This helps inspectors identify developing faults and examine heat distribution in greater detail.

Capture more detail for later review

SuperResolution can produce 1280 × 960 thermal images for closer examination and reporting. The 13-megapixel visible-light camera and adjustable IR-Fusion blending make each thermal finding easier to connect to the correct component or location.

Record and analyse changing conditions

Fully radiometric video captures temperature data as conditions change, making it useful for monitoring start-up cycles, load changes and transient heating. Images and recordings can be reviewed in SmartView IR to refine the analysis and prepare clear inspection reports.

Everything you need to start inspecting

The TiX501 is supplied as a complete professional kit. Ready to use the moment you receive it.

  • Fluke TiX501 thermal imaging camera with standard infrared lens
  • Two rechargeable lithium-ion smart batteries
  • AC power supply with universal mains adapters
  • Battery pack charger
  • USB cable
  • HDMI video cable
  • Bluetooth headset, where available
  • Adjustable hand strap
  • Adjustable neck strap
  • Rugged IP67 hard carrying case with custom foam insert
  • Fluke Connect® SmartView® desktop software, available as a free download
  • User manual and product documentation

Capture in the field. Analyse and report with SmartView.

Standalone operation: Fluke Ultra series thermal camera icon side view

Standalone operation

Capture, review and store thermal images and radiometric video directly on the Ti480U without requiring a computer or mobile app.

Fluke SmartView IR for windows

SmartView IR for desktop

Process thermal images and radiometric video, analyse measurement data and prepare professional inspection reports on a computer.

Fluke SmartView IR for IOS

SmartView Mobile for iOS

Review, optimise and analyse compatible thermal images, add measurement markers and share inspection results from your iPhone.

Graphic showing package and truck traveling from warehouse to delivery address - both marked "UK".

Tracked UK delivery

Orders are dispatched from Fluke’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.

A minimalist black line icon of a document with a folded corner, a globe symbol, a British pound symbol crossed out with a diagonal pen, and a small box outline on a plain white background.

No unexpected charges

Your order is supplied through Fluke 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 Fluke TiX501 is covered by the manufacturer’s warranty and supported by Fluke UK’s service team. Cameras do not need to be registered with Fluke for the warranty to be upheld.

Fluke Ti480U FAQs

Clear answers to the most common questions about selecting, ordering and using the Fluke Ti480U.

Is the Ti480U the right Fluke Ultra Series camera for my work?

The Ti480U is the most capable model in the Ultra Series. It is particularly well suited to advanced industrial inspections where detecting finer temperature differences, measuring temperatures above 650°C, recording fully radiometric video or producing higher-resolution images for detailed analysis is important.

For routine electrical, mechanical, HVAC and building inspections that do not require these capabilities, the Ti401U may provide better value.

Which lens configuration should I choose?

The supplied 25° × 19° standard lens provides the best balance of coverage and detail for general inspections.

Choose the optional 44° × 34° wide-angle lens for large nearby targets or confined areas. The 2× telephoto lens is better for smaller components that cannot be approached closely, while the 4× telephoto lens provides the finest detail on small or inaccessible targets at longer distances.

If you are unsure, tell us what you inspect and your normal working distance, and we can recommend the most appropriate lens.

Can I change or add lenses later?

Yes. The Ti480U supports interchangeable standard, wide-angle, 2× telephoto and 4× telephoto lenses, so you can add another lens if your inspection requirements change.

Choosing the correct lens at the outset is still worthwhile because field of view, spatial resolution and minimum focusing distance vary significantly between lenses.

What temperature range can the Ti480U measure?

The Ti480U measures temperatures from −20°C to 1,200°C. This extended upper range makes it suitable for high-temperature applications including furnaces, kilns, heat-treatment equipment and industrial process machinery.

Measurement accuracy is ±2°C or ±2%, whichever is greater, under the specified operating conditions.

What image resolution does the Ti480U provide?

The camera has a native infrared resolution of 640 × 480, providing 307,200 temperature-measurement pixels.

Its SuperResolution mode can produce 1280 × 960 thermal images for closer examination and reporting. The Ti480U also provides 50 mK thermal sensitivity to help distinguish subtle temperature differences across complex equipment.

Does the Ti480U require a computer or subscription?

No. The Ti480U operates independently and can capture, review and store thermal images without being connected to a computer. No subscription is required for normal camera operation.

Captured images and radiometric recordings can be transferred to Fluke SmartView IR for more detailed analysis, adjustment and report preparation.

Is the camera supplied calibrated and ready to use?

Yes. The Ti480U is supplied ready for use with manufacturer calibration documentation. Fluke recommends a calibration interval of two years, although your organisation’s quality procedures or industry requirements may call for more frequent calibration.

A standard manufacturer calibration report should not be confused with a UKAS-accredited calibration certificate. Please contact us if accredited calibration is required.

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

Lead time depends on current stock availability and the selected lens configuration. We will confirm the expected delivery timeframe when your order or quotation is prepared.

UK delivery is tracked and insured. You will not receive a separate customs, duty or import VAT demand when the order arrives.

What warranty protection is included?

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.

Can I return the Ti480U if I change my mind?

Yes. The Ti300U 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.