The Sipeed T256s is a compact USB thermal camera featuring a 256×192 LWIR sensor and a 2.4 TOPS NPU for real-time AI super-resolution up to 640×480, minimizing noise without external aid.
It outputs standard formats like Y16 raw and MJPEG, with both male and female USB Type-C ports for PC and smartphone connectivity. A 1.69-inch touchscreen allows for independent operation, enabling live view, palette changes, hotspot tracking, and photo capture. It includes an optional macro lens with a ~5 cm focal length for detailed inspections, internal storage for images, 50 mK thermal sensitivity, a 25 Hz frame rate, and a solid aluminum alloy casing to dissipate heat efficiently. It’s designed for R&D in electronics, industrial checks, and HVAC troubleshooting.
Sipeed T256s specifications:
- SoC – Possibly based on Allwinner V831/V833 series from the Maix-II range.
- AI Accelerator – Built-in 2.4 TOPS NPU offers 2.5x AI Super-Resolution, achieving 640 × 480 output locally
- Storage – 32MB internal NAND for about 1,500 image snapshots
- Display – 1.69-inch 240×280 IPS color touchscreen
- Camera
- Sensor – 256 × 192 native resolution @ 14-bit (Y14) LWIR module
- Lens – Optional macro lens, 5cm focusing distance, ideal for PCB work
- Thermal
- Temperature range – -15°C to 500°C (switching modes: -15°C to 150°C for high accuracy; 50°C to 500°C for wide-range)
- Accuracy – ±2°C or ±2% of reading
- Sensitivity (NETD) – 50 mK @ 25°C
- Frame rate – 25 Hz
- FOV – 56° × 42°
- Video formats – Supports MJPEG and Y16
- USB
- 1x USB Type-C male port (for phones/tablets attachment)
- 1x USB Type-C female port (for power banks, PCs connection)
- Supports UVC protocol for plug-and-play
- Misc
- 6 color palettes
- 6 color palettes