Product Overview
Keeping a thermal camera operational in demanding outdoor environments often comes down to maintaining the integrity of its front optics. The Axis Q19 Thermal Camera Front Kit (02426-001) is a genuine replacement front kit for the AXIS Q1951-E, Q1952-E, Q1961-TE, and Q1972-E thermal cameras, providing the components needed to restore a damaged or degraded front assembly to full working condition. The kit includes a germanium front window, cover ring, and rubber gasket – the three components that make up the exposed front assembly on these thermal units. Germanium is the standard optical material used in thermal cameras because it transmits the far-infrared spectrum that thermal sensors require; standard glass or polycarbonate will not work as a substitute. The IK10 impact rating and abrasion and UV-resistant construction ensure the replacement assembly is built to withstand the same industrial and perimeter environments these cameras are typically deployed in. It is a direct OEM spare, manufactured in Poland to Axis specifications.
Key Capabilities
Germanium Front Window
Germanium is the correct optical material for thermal cameras – it transmits far-infrared wavelengths that glass and polycarbonate cannot. Replacing a scratched or cracked germanium window restores full thermal imaging performance to the camera rather than requiring a full unit replacement.
IK10 Impact Rating
The front assembly carries an IK10 rating, the highest standard impact resistance classification under IEC 62262. This makes the replacement kit appropriate for industrial sites, perimeter fences, and infrastructure environments where accidental or deliberate physical impact is a genuine risk.
Abrasion and UV Resistance
The front kit is constructed to resist abrasion and UV degradation, which is critical for cameras mounted in exposed outdoor positions over long service periods. This keeps the replacement assembly performing to specification without yellowing or surface degradation over time.
Complete Three-Component Kit
The kit supplies the cover ring, germanium front window, and rubber gasket together – the full set of parts required to complete a front assembly replacement. Ordering all three components as a matched set avoids the need to source individual parts separately and ensures correct fitment and weatherseal integrity.
Best For
- Field-damaged front assemblies: When the germanium window on an AXIS Q1951-E, Q1952-E, Q1961-TE, or Q1972-E has been cracked, scratched, or contaminated in a way that cannot be cleaned, this kit provides the OEM replacement components to restore the camera without returning the full unit.
- Preventive maintenance programs: Installations on harsh industrial sites or perimeter fence lines where cameras are exposed to airborne particulates, UV, or physical contact benefit from carrying a spare front kit so cameras can be returned to service quickly without waiting on parts.
- System integrators and service technicians: Technicians managing installed fleets of Axis Q19 thermal cameras can hold this spare part in inventory to reduce mean time to repair across sites without stocking entire replacement camera units.
Why Choose the Axis Q19 Thermal Camera Front Kit (02426-001)
Thermal cameras cannot use generic optical materials in their front windows – germanium is required specifically because it transmits the far-infrared wavelengths the sensor detects, and third-party or non-OEM substitutes risk degrading image uniformity or introducing thermal artefacts. The 02426-001 kit uses the same germanium window and gasket specification as the original camera assembly, so there is no guesswork around fitment or optical compatibility. The IK10-rated cover ring and UV-resistant construction also ensure the replacement assembly holds up in the same demanding outdoor environments the Q19 series cameras are designed for. For operators running Q1951-E, Q1952-E, Q1961-TE, or Q1972-E cameras on critical perimeter or infrastructure monitoring deployments, holding a genuine OEM front kit in reserve is a practical risk management measure. Available through Security Wholesalers as part of the Axis genuine accessories and spare parts range.
Buyer Tip: Confirm your camera model and lens variant before ordering. The 02426-001 front kit is confirmed compatible with the AXIS Q1961-TE (7mm and 13mm variants), AXIS Q1972-E (10mm), and AXIS Q1951-E (13mm, now end of life). If you are unsure whether your specific thermal camera variant uses this front assembly, cross-reference the GTIN 7331021077164 against Axis’s official spare parts documentation for your model before purchasing.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| SKU |
02426-001 |
| Product Type |
Spare part – front kit for thermal camera |
| Brand |
Axis Communications |
| Front Window Material |
Germanium |
| Kit Contents |
Cover ring, front window (germanium), rubber gasket |
| Impact Rating |
IK10 |
| Surface Treatment |
Abrasion and UV resistant |
| Compatible Cameras |
AXIS Q1951-E 13mm 30 fps (EOL), AXIS Q1952-E, AXIS Q1961-TE 7mm 8.3 fps, AXIS Q1961-TE 7mm 30 fps, AXIS Q1961-TE 13mm 8.3 fps, AXIS Q1972-E 10mm 8.3 fps |
| Weight |
132 g |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) |
100 x 140 x 60 mm |
| Country of Origin |
Poland |
| GTIN |
7331021077164 |
Ideal Use Cases
Industrial Perimeter Monitoring
Thermal cameras deployed on industrial perimeter fences are exposed to dust, airborne particulates, and accidental impact. The IK10-rated replacement front kit allows field technicians to restore a damaged camera quickly without taking the full unit offline for extended periods.
Critical Infrastructure Sites
Utilities, substations, and water treatment facilities running AXIS Q19 series thermal cameras on continuous duty need fast access to genuine spare parts. Holding the 02426-001 on-site ensures the germanium window can be replaced without waiting on procurement lead times when a camera is compromised.
Mining and Resources Environments
Mining sites subject cameras to harsh UV exposure, vibration, and physical contact. The abrasion and UV-resistant front kit construction matches the conditions the Q19 series cameras face in these environments, allowing like-for-like replacement without compromising the camera’s rated durability.
Multi-Site Managed Service Contracts
Integrators and managed service providers responsible for maintaining fleets of AXIS Q19 thermal cameras across multiple sites can carry the 02426-001 as a stocked spare, reducing mean time to repair and avoiding the cost of full camera replacements for front assembly damage.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You are maintaining an AXIS Q1951-E, Q1952-E, Q1961-TE, or Q1972-E thermal camera and need to replace a damaged or degraded front assembly using genuine OEM components that include the correct germanium window, cover ring, and rubber gasket as a matched set.
- Choose a different model if: Your thermal camera is from a different Axis product series or uses a different front assembly specification – in that case, confirm the correct spare part number directly against your camera’s model number and lens variant in Axis’s official spare parts documentation before ordering.
FAQs
- Why does a thermal camera need a germanium window rather than a standard glass window?
Thermal cameras detect far-infrared radiation rather than visible light. Glass is opaque to far-infrared wavelengths, meaning a standard glass window would block the thermal signal entirely. Germanium transmits far-infrared effectively and is the standard optical material used in thermal camera front windows. Using any other material in this assembly would render the camera unable to produce a thermal image.
- What cameras is the 02426-001 front kit confirmed compatible with?
Confirmed compatible cameras include the AXIS Q1961-TE in 7mm 8.3 fps, 7mm 30 fps, and 13mm 8.3 fps variants, the AXIS Q1972-E 10mm 8.3 fps, and the AXIS Q1951-E 13mm 30 fps (which is now end of life). The AXIS Q1952-E is also listed as a compatible model. Always verify against your specific camera variant before ordering.
- What is included in the kit – is it just the window or the full front assembly?
The 02426-001 includes 3 components: the germanium front window, the cover ring, and the rubber gasket. These are the complete set of parts that make up the front assembly on the compatible Q19 series cameras. All 3 components should be replaced together to maintain correct fitment, weatherseal, and optical alignment.
- What does the IK10 rating mean for this spare part?
IK10 is the highest classification under the IEC 62262 standard for impact resistance, indicating the assembly can withstand a 20-joule impact. For cameras mounted in industrial yards, perimeter positions, or infrastructure sites where physical contact is possible, this ensures the replacement front assembly maintains the same impact resistance as the original camera housing.
- Where can I purchase the 02426-001 and is it stocked locally?
The 02426-001 Axis Q19 Thermal Camera Front Kit is part of the Security Wholesalers range of genuine Axis spare parts and accessories. Contact Security Wholesalers directly to confirm current stock availability and lead times for this spare part, particularly if you need it for a time-sensitive maintenance situation on a critical site.
