Product Overview
For industrial sites, process facilities, and critical infrastructure where early temperature anomaly detection matters more than visible-light imaging, the Axis Q2101-TE delivers focused long-range thermal monitoring in a robust outdoor box form factor. Built around an uncooled microbolometer sensor at 384×288 pixels and paired with an athermalized 19mm fixed lens, this camera covers a 19.4-degree horizontal field of view with a minimum focus distance of 8.5 m, making it suited to precise, directed monitoring of specific equipment, stockpiles, or perimeter zones rather than broad scene coverage. Featuring thermometric guard tour capabilities supporting up to 256 presets with up to 10 polygonal detection areas each, it enables systematic automated temperature checks across large facilities. Equipped with early fire detection analytics, spot temperature reading, and temperature gradient triggers, the Q2101-TE can alert operators to developing heat events well before they become visible to conventional cameras. It is well suited to waste and recycling facilities, power substations, chemical storage, and other sites where undetected heat build-up carries significant operational or safety risk. IK10 and IP66/67 ratings confirm durability in demanding outdoor environments.
Key Capabilities
384×288 Uncooled Microbolometer
The 17 μm pixel pitch sensor captures thermal detail across a spectral range of 8-14 μm, with a thermal sensitivity (NETD) of 40 mK at 25°C. This level of sensitivity allows the camera to resolve meaningful temperature differences across industrial equipment, storage areas, and perimeter zones without requiring any light source.
Athermalized 19mm Fixed Lens
The athermalized lens design maintains consistent focal performance across extreme temperature swings, which is critical for outdoor industrial deployments where ambient temperatures fluctuate significantly. The 19.4-degree field of view is intentionally narrow, concentrating coverage on a defined target zone rather than a wide scene.
Temperature Monitoring: -40°C to 350°C
The Q2101-TE monitors surface temperatures across a range of -40°C to 350°C, covering the operational range of most industrial processes. Trigger types include lowest temperature, highest temperature, and temperature gradient, giving operators flexible threshold-based alerting without manual monitoring.
Thermometric Guard Tour
Supporting up to 256 presets with up to 10 polygonal detection areas per preset, the thermometric guard tour function enables automated, systematic temperature sweeps across large sites when paired with a compatible positioning unit (sold separately). This reduces reliance on manual inspection rounds in hazardous or hard-to-access locations.
Early Fire Detection Analytics
Onboard early fire detection analytics allow the camera to identify developing heat signatures before flames are visible. This is especially relevant for waste handling, recycling, and bulk material storage sites where self-heating in stockpiles can progress for hours before becoming a visible fire risk.
ARTPEC-8 Processor with Axis Zipstream
Powered by Axis’s ARTPEC-8 SoC with 2,048 MB RAM and 8,192 MB flash, the camera supports H.264, H.265, and MJPEG compression. Axis Zipstream reduces storage and bandwidth consumption without compromising detail retention in thermally active scene areas, which matters for facilities running continuous recording across multiple channels.
Best For
- Industrial Process Monitoring: The -40°C to 350°C temperature range and spot temperature reading make this suited to monitoring machinery, electrical switchgear, and process equipment for thermal anomalies before failure occurs.
- Early Fire Detection in High-Risk Sites: Waste facilities, recycling yards, and bulk storage operators benefit directly from the onboard early fire detection analytics, which can trigger alerts during the smouldering phase before conventional cameras detect anything unusual.
- Automated Facility Temperature Sweeps: Sites running frequent inspection routines across large areas can use the thermometric guard tour function (with a compatible positioning unit) to automate up to 256 preset monitoring positions with polygonal detection zones.
- Critical Infrastructure and Perimeter Monitoring: The IK10 and IP66/67 ratings, combined with PoE and DC power options and an operating humidity range up to 100% RH, make this suitable for substations, chemical plants, and outdoor perimeter posts where environmental conditions are demanding.
Why Choose the Axis Q2101-TE
The Axis Q2101-TE is not a general-purpose surveillance camera. It is a thermometric measurement device in a camera housing, designed for applications where detecting temperature anomalies is the primary objective. The combination of a 384×288 uncooled microbolometer, an athermalized 19mm lens, and onboard early fire detection analytics gives facilities a monitoring tool that works in total darkness, through smoke, and across a temperature measurement range that most industrial applications demand. The thermometric guard tour capability, supporting 256 presets with polygonal detection zones, is a significant operational advantage for large sites conducting regular inspection rounds. The ARTPEC-8 processor, Axis Zipstream, and built-in cybersecurity features reflect the platform maturity expected from a facility-grade deployment. Available through Security Wholesalers, the Q2101-TE is a product suited to buyers who understand thermal imaging requirements and are specifying based on application-specific criteria rather than general CCTV coverage.
Buyer Decision Tips
Lens Field of View: The 19mm lens on the Q2101-TE produces a 19.4-degree horizontal field of view, which is intentionally narrow. This is the right choice when you need to focus thermal monitoring on a specific piece of equipment, a stockpile zone, or a defined section of perimeter. If you need broader scene coverage across a wider area, a shorter focal length thermal lens is a more appropriate specification. The minimum focus distance of 8.5 m also means this camera is not suited to close-range monitoring of equipment or surfaces within that threshold.
Guard Tour Requires a Positioning Unit: The thermometric guard tour function, one of the most operationally valuable features of this camera, requires a compatible positioning unit that is sold separately. If your application depends on automated multi-point temperature sweeps across a site, confirm the positioning unit is included in your project scope before specifying the Q2101-TE. The camera itself does not pan or tilt independently.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| SKU |
02668-001 |
| Brand |
Axis |
| Camera Type |
Outdoor thermal box IP camera |
| Sensor Type |
Uncooled microbolometer, 17 μm pixel pitch |
| Thermal Resolution |
384×288 pixels (upscalable to 768×576) |
| Spectral Range |
8-14 μm |
| Thermal Sensitivity (NETD) |
40 mK at 25°C, F1.0 |
| Lens |
Athermalized 19mm fixed lens, F1.23 |
| Horizontal Field of View |
19.4 degrees |
| Minimum Focus Distance |
8.5 m (27.9 ft) |
| Temperature Monitoring Range |
-40°C to 350°C (-40°F to 660°F) |
| Frame Rate |
8.3 fps |
| Video Compression |
H.264, H.265, MJPEG |
| Processor |
Axis ARTPEC-8 |
| RAM / Flash |
2,048 MB RAM / 8,192 MB Flash |
| Power |
PoE IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 2 Class 4 (typical 4.6 W, max 25.5 W); 8-28 V DC (typical 4.1 W, max 25.5 W) |
| Connectors |
RJ45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T PoE; I/O terminal block (2 supervised + 2 unsupervised configurable inputs/digital outputs) |
| Weather / Vandal Rating |
IP66/67, IK10 |
| Operating Humidity |
10% to 100% RH (condensing) |
| Dimensions |
404 x 159 x 150 mm (15.9 x 6.3 x 5.9 in) |
Ideal Use Cases
Waste and Recycling Facilities
Self-heating in compacted waste and recycling stockpiles is a known fire risk. The Q2101-TE’s early fire detection analytics and spot temperature monitoring allow operators to identify developing heat events in bulk material areas before they escalate, with the thermometric guard tour function enabling automated checks across multiple stockpile zones.
Electrical Switchgear and Substation Monitoring
Overheating in switchgear, transformers, and bus bars is a leading cause of electrical failure. The Q2101-TE’s temperature measurement range up to 350°C and configurable temperature gradient triggers allow it to flag anomalies in high-voltage infrastructure without requiring personnel to enter live electrical environments.
Industrial Process Plant Perimeters
The IP66/67 and IK10 ratings, combined with an operating temperature tolerance down to -40°C and 100% condensing humidity tolerance, make the Q2101-TE a practical fit for outdoor perimeter monitoring positions at process plants, refineries, and chemical storage sites where camera housings are exposed to harsh ambient conditions.
Critical Infrastructure Intrusion Detection
Thermal cameras detect body heat regardless of lighting conditions, making the Q2101-TE effective at identifying unauthorised persons in unlit perimeter zones at night or in low-visibility conditions. The configurable I/O terminal block supports integration with alarm systems or access control outputs for automated response.
Large-Scale Remote Temperature Monitoring Programs
Facilities running formal temperature monitoring programs across large sites benefit from the thermometric guard tour function, which supports up to 256 presets with up to 10 polygonal detection areas each. When paired with a compatible positioning unit, this enables structured, repeatable automated monitoring tours that replace manual inspection rounds.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: Your application requires directed, long-range thermal monitoring of a specific zone or piece of equipment, early fire detection analytics on-camera, thermometric guard tour functionality, and a housing rated to IK10 and IP66/67 for demanding outdoor environments.
- Choose a different model if: You need broader scene coverage across a wide perimeter or indoor area – the 19.4-degree field of view on this 19mm lens is narrow by design and is not suited to wide-angle thermal surveillance. A thermal camera with a shorter focal length lens would cover more ground per unit. Similarly, if the application is general CCTV rather than thermometric measurement, a conventional IP camera will provide higher visible-light resolution at a lower cost.
FAQs
- What is the temperature measurement range of the Axis Q2101-TE?
The Q2101-TE monitors surface temperatures from -40°C to 350°C (-40°F to 660°F). Temperature trigger types include lowest temperature reading, highest temperature reading, and temperature gradient. This range covers most industrial process and fire detection applications, including overheating machinery, electrical components, and self-heating bulk materials.
- Does the Q2101-TE work in complete darkness?
Yes. As a thermal camera, the Q2101-TE detects heat radiation rather than reflected light. It operates across its full capability in total darkness, through light smoke, and in adverse weather conditions. It does not require an IR illuminator or any external light source, which makes it effective for unlit perimeter and outdoor industrial monitoring positions at night.
- What does the thermometric guard tour function do, and what does it require?
The thermometric guard tour function allows the camera to automatically cycle through up to 256 preset monitoring positions, applying up to 10 polygonal detection areas per preset to monitor temperature conditions systematically. This replaces manual inspection rounds at large facilities. It requires a compatible positioning unit, which is sold separately and is not included with the camera.
- What is the minimum focus distance, and why does it matter?
The athermalized 19mm lens has a minimum focus distance of 8.5 m. Objects or surfaces closer than 8.5 m will not be in sharp thermal focus. This means the Q2101-TE is not suited to close-range equipment monitoring directly beneath or adjacent to the camera. Deployment positioning should account for this minimum working distance during site design.
- Does the Q2101-TE have a built-in microphone or speaker?
No. The Q2101-TE does not have a built-in microphone or speaker. Audio alarm capability is supported through Axis edge-to-edge technology, which allows compatible network speakers to be connected and triggered as part of an alarm response. This is a network-level integration, not an onboard audio function.
- What power options does the Q2101-TE support?
The camera supports PoE via IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 2 Class 4, drawing a typical 4.6 W and a maximum of 25.5 W. It also accepts 8-28 V DC input at a typical 4.1 W. This flexibility allows deployment where PoE infrastructure is in place or where a local DC power supply is preferred, without requiring separate power adapters in most standard installations.
- Is the Q2101-TE suitable for outdoor industrial environments in Australia?
The Q2101-TE carries IP66/67 and IK10 ratings, operates in ambient temperatures down to -40°C, and tolerates humidity up to 100% RH condensing. These ratings cover most demanding outdoor industrial sites in Australian conditions, including coastal environments, tropical regions, and outdoor process plant perimeters. The athermalized lens design also maintains optical performance as ambient temperature changes, which is important for sites with large day-to-night temperature swings. Available through Security Wholesalers, this camera is stocked for direct project supply.
Additional Information
AXIS 02668-001 Datasheet
