{"product_id":"stellar-t3-mini-thermal-optic","title":"STELLAR T3 Mini Compact Thermal Imaging Scope, 256×192, 13mm f\/0.9","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe STELLAR T3 Mini is a compact thermal imaging sight with a 256×192 sensor, a fast 13 mm f\/0.9 lens and a 1.4-inch touchscreen OLED display. It has a shutter-free design for an uninterrupted picture and a manufacturer-stated detection range of up to 700 m, all in a very small body that fits a standard 20 mm Picatinny rail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e256×192 sensor with a 13 mm f\/0.9 lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.4-inch, 466×466 touchscreen OLED display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShutter-free design for an uninterrupted image\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 700 m detection range (manufacturer-stated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1× to 3× digital zoom, with on-board photo and video\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFull specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetector:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256×192, 12 μm, 8 to 14 μm spectral band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLens:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13 mm, f\/0.9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eField of view:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5° × 10.1°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetection range:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 700 m (manufacturer-stated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4-inch OLED, 466×466, touchscreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZoom:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1× to 3× digital\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e shutter-free, with on-board photo and video recording\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e fits a standard 20 mm Picatinny rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat the specs mean in practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLens and spot size.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 13 mm lens with 12 μm pixels gives about 0.9 mrad per pixel, so one pixel covers roughly 9 cm at 100 m. The f\/0.9 aperture gathers a lot of infrared energy, which helps the picture stay clear in cool, low-contrast conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShutter-free.\u003c\/strong\u003e Many thermal cores briefly freeze the image to recalibrate. A shutter-free design avoids that pause, which helps when you are tracking something.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetection versus identification.\u003c\/strong\u003e 700 m is the maximum distance at which a heat source can be detected. Recognizing what it is takes a shorter distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat you can use it for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClose to mid-range scanning:\u003c\/strong\u003e look for people, animals and vehicles in darkness, fog and low light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact observation:\u003c\/strong\u003e a very small thermal viewer for a pocket or a pack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRail-mounted use:\u003c\/strong\u003e the built-in mounting interface suits setups that use a Picatinny rail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho should look elsewhere\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need to measure surface temperatures for inspections. See our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/handheld-thermal-cameras\"\u003ehandheld cameras\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need long-range reach. A larger lens, as on the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gtguard-ai15-thermal-monocular\"\u003eGTGUARD AI15\u003c\/a\u003e (15 mm) or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gtguard-x350-thermal-monocular\"\u003eGTGUARD X350\u003c\/a\u003e (35 mm), sees further.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cvlife-bearmight-256x192-thermal-monocular\"\u003eCVLIFE BearMight\u003c\/a\u003e: a 15 mm lens, 50 Hz and Wi-Fi in a handheld monocular.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gtguard-h3-thermal-monocular\"\u003eGTGUARD H3\u003c\/a\u003e: 12-hour battery, 32 GB storage and an IP66 body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTips for better results\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScan slowly and in sections. Dusk and pre-dawn give the best thermal contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass blocks thermal imaging, so you cannot view through a windshield or window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFog and heavy rain shorten effective range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever point it at the sun or another intense heat source, and clean the lens with a soft lens cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does shutter-free mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany thermal cores briefly freeze the image to recalibrate. A shutter-free design avoids that pause.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs 700 m the distance I can identify something?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is the maximum distance at which a heat source can be detected. Identification needs a shorter distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre there local rules for thermal optics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegulations on thermal optics vary by location. Check the rules where you live before buying or using one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the touchscreen work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 1.4-inch OLED touchscreen controls the menus, alongside the physical controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it record video?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It has on-board photo and video recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest-fit applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOutdoor thermal observation and equipment evaluation. Check the native sensor resolution, lens and device compatibility to decide whether this model fits your intended working distance and target size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBefore you buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReview the specifications above and confirm compatibility with your equipment. Image enhancement is not the same as native infrared sensor resolution. Contact ThermalVisionPlus if you need help comparing models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRelated thermal imaging guides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/buyers-guides\/home-inspection-thermal-camera-guide\"\u003ehome inspection thermal camera guide\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/buyers-guides\/thermal-camera-electrical-inspection-guide\"\u003eelectrical inspection guide\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/buyers-guides\/phone-vs-handheld-thermal-camera-guide\"\u003ethermal camera buying comparison\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"STELLAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48274759516331,"sku":"THERM-042","price":1403.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0804\/6244\/6763\/files\/stellar-t3-mini-compact-thermal-imaging-scopetrue-vision-tacticalt3-mini-6664633_1024x_9deb4a7f-c1e8-42b9-ab60-1ecbf94eca82.jpg?v=1792111908","url":"https:\/\/thermalvisionplus.com\/products\/stellar-t3-mini-thermal-optic","provider":"ThermalVisionPlus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}