FlipX indoor sensors from Optex feature a bespoke pyroelectric sensor that adapts to the human shape and a lens that can be ‘flipped’ to provide both narrow and wide detection in a single sensor.
By simply rotating the lens through 180°, the sensor can be used to protect narrow or long area such as a hallway up to 18m, or a wide, open area like a living room or retail store up to 12m at 85°.
FlipX Standard, the first to be released from the new series, is a Grade 2 sensor that also features a digitally enhanced signal recognition logic called Super Multi-Dimensional Analysis (SMDA), that means nuisance alarms caused by changes of light or temperature can be avoided.
Masaya Kida, Managing Director for Optex EMEA, says: “With our bespoke lens design and pyro element, the new sensors provide enhanced detection performance and high flexibility. By simply flipping the lens to change the detection shape from narrow to wide, FlipX delivers the power of two sensors in one. The sensor also includes a 180° cover lock and an easy viewable LED light, making installation quick and easy.”
The sensors have mounting height options (between 2-3m) meaning they blend into the aesthetics of residential environments, as well as buildings with higher ceilings. Thanks to an optional bracket it can be mounted on the wall or ceiling.
FlipX Standard is available as a PIR model – FLX-S-ST – and for more challenging indoor environments as a dual-technology (PIR and microwave) model – FLX-S-DT. The latter is equipped with a robust microwave module, ensuring the durability of the sensor in challenging environments, particularly humid climates, and higher levels of capture performance by tailoring the microwave to the IR detection area.
Following the FlipX Standard launch, Optex plans to release other models in the FlipX series in late 2022/ early 2023.
