Dexter Research Center, Inc.
Since 1977, Dexter Research has been the preferred provider of infrared thermopile detectors for science and industry. Today we offer the world's largest selection of thermopile-based solutions including high-quality, high-output Bismuth-Antimony thin film and silicon-based infrared-sensing thermopile detectors. We offer standard detectors in high volumes. We also customize detectors for specific needs. Integrated modules serve as complete sensing subsystems.
- +1 (734) 426-3921
- +1 (734) 426-5090
- info@dexterresearch.com
- 7300 Huron River Drive
Dexter, MI 48130
United States of America
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Thin Film Based Thermopile Detector: 10 Channels
10 Channel
A ten-channel thin-film thermopile in a TO-8 package. Each active area is 3.16mm x 0.4mm and offers low noise voltage. Internal aperture minimizes channel-to-channel crosstalk while increasing sensitivity.
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Fire Suppression/Detection
Dexter's sensitive yet rugged fire detectors, or fire sensors, serve as the foundation of US combat fire suppression systems on combat aircraft and ground vehicles ranging from the HUMVEE to the Abraham's Tank. Our fire sensors consume low energy, making them the premier safety component on battery-powered as well as hot-wired systems. We like to call them "the eye that never sleeps." How fast are they? Fast enough to race the fire caused by a rocket hitting a fuel tank and win, triggering fire suppression on the spot to help protect soldier and pilot alike. Rugged missions require rugged equipment. Intensive MIL-STD-883H testing performed by Trialon Corporation, an independent testing facility, confirm that Dexter Research's silicon-based temperature sensor detectors meet the same rugged requirements of 1,000G's for mechanical shock and 30G's in random vibration for which our thin-film detectors are famous. Download Dexter's report here (PDF).
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Laser Power and Targeting
6M
A thin film-based single element thermopile with the largest active area in our line up at 6.0mm diameter in a large TO-8 package
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Digital Solutions
Digital ST60 Thermopile (Preliminary)
A single channel silicon- based thermopile in a TO-5 package that includes integrated electronics which incorporate an industry standard digital SMBus interface. The small active area size is 0.61mm x 0.61mm.
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Security/Detection
ST60 Dual
A two-channel silicon-based thermopile detector in a TO-5 package. Each small active area size is 0.61mm x 0.61mm. This is our lowest-cost and fastest time constant two-channel detector. It delivers a time constant of 18ms with Nitrogen encapsulation gas combined with a very low Temperature Coefficient of Responsivity of -0.04%/°C. This detector has a very short thermal shock response to ambient temperature change.
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Security/Detection
DR26
A two-channel thin-film thermopile that offers low noise in a TO-5 package. Each small active area is 2mm x 0.6mm. This is our lowest noise-voltage two-channel detector.
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Miniature Amplifier PCB
Sized for single channel TO-5 packages and electrically compatible with all Dexter Research Center detectors. Available in three amplifier gains: 300, 500 and 1,000 providing convenient buffering and pre-amplification of thermopile signal. Facilitates fast R&D startup time that can be integrated into your prototypes or final system design.
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Thin Film Based Thermopile Detector: 3 Channels, Compensated
T34 Compensated
A three-channel compensated (6 element) thin-film thermopile in a TO-8 package. Each active area is 3.16mm x 0.4mm. Offers thermal compensation to minimize effect of sudden ambient temperature change. Internal aperture minimizes channel-to-channel crosstalk while increasing sensitivity.
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Request to Exit Sensor - Motion/Presence Sensors
Thermacon - Request to Exit Sensor, Concealed Passive Infrared Motion SensorA concealed and totally silent passive infrared (PIR) motion sensor that detects the presence of natural body heat and activates a relay. Relay activation begins when the detection area is entered and remains on for the duration of the preset relay timing. The unit is designed for concealed and easy installation in suspended ceilings. Four interchangeable detection patterns are standard with each unit. Units accept a power supply range of 12 to 24 volts AC or DC
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Thin Film Based Thermopile Detector: 2 or 1 Channels
DR46
A two-channel or a one-channel compensated thin-film thermopile in a TO-8 package. Each active area is 4mm x 0.6mm. Offers high output with excellent signal-to-noise ratio. An internal aperture minimizes channel-to-channel crosstalk increasing sensitivity.
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Thermacon Request to Exit Sensor
T-80 and S-80
These units are designed for easy concealed installation in suspended ceilings or on an enclosed metal electrical box is acceptable for use in air handling areas. In addition to the four standard interchangeable detection patterns, others may be custom made.
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Gas Analysis
Our infrared gas detectors provide superior sensitivity and reliability that may be translated into a more effective early warning system when monitoring atmospheres for gases at trace levels. Our technology also offers the opportunity to perform sophisticated gas analysis. One example: To assure personal safety during a medical procedure, our gas detectors deliver a precise monitoring of the ratio of exhaled gases of a hospital patient who is under general anesthesiology. Another example, no canary need die in a mine if Dexter gas detectors are installed on the job. Infrared lead detectors, whether mobile or mounted, can be a critical element in your health and safety strategy at home and on the job, whatever life forms it is your responsibility to protect.
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Security/Detection
ST120 Dual
A two-channel silicon-based thermopile in a TO-5 package. Each small active area is 1.2mm x 1.2mm . Time constant of 25ms with Nitrogen encapsulation gas. Delivers a very low Temperature Coefficient of Responsivity of -0.04%/C. This detector has a very short thermal shock response to ambient temperature change.
