Pan Tilts

FLIR PTU-5

Pan/Tilt for top-mounted Payloads up to 5 lbs

Standing only six inches tall when fully integrated, the FLIR PTU-5 can hold up to five pounds on its top bracket, packing incredible performance into a compact package. Even with its small size the PTU-5 is more accurate than many other — more expensive — systems thanks to the absolute encoders used on the drive axes. Fully sealed and weatherproof rated to IP67, the PTU-5 can be used anywhere, even outdoors.

NOTE: Accessories not included, see options at the bottom of this page.

FLIR PTU E46

Miniature Computer-Controlled Pan/Tilt Unit

The PTU-E46 family of miniature pan/tilt units provide fast, precise positioning in an extremely small and lightweight package. They are fully computer-controlled and offer programmability of speed, acceleration, power, and other parameters. The included controller, with built-in RS-232, Ethernet, and RS-485 interfaces, handles precise kinematic motion control according to user-set parameters. The PTU-E46 units accept ASCII and binary command formats and is networkable. Commands can be sent at high speeds for demanding applications, such as laser scanning and video tracking.

The PTU-E46 series will discontinue on March 1, 2024. The last day of support from Teledyne FLIR will be June 2025. For more information regarding the discontinuation process and to see what alternative solutions we recommend, please reference the EOL notice below.

FLIR PTU-D48E

Pan/Tilt Unit for side-mounted payloads up to 15 lbs

The PTU-D48 E-Series supports any type of single or multi-part payload through a flexible bracketing system of top and/or side mounting. The real-time command interface supports advanced applications such as video tracking. The PTU-D48 E-Series has been proven in a wide range of mission-critical applications for positioning of cameras, lasers, antennas, or other instruments in both fixed and mobile environments. It is designed for high duty cycles and reliable operation 24/7 in harsh all-weather environments.

FLIR PTU-D100E

Pan/Tilt Unit for side-mounted payloads up to 25 lbs

The PTU-D100 E-Series supports any type of single or multi-part payload through a flexible bracketing system of top and/or side mounting. It has been designed to be simple to integrate. The PTU-D100 E-Series is an open platform that provides the flexibility needed while minimizing your development and integration effort. It has been proven in a wide range of mission-critical applications for positioning of cameras, lasers, antennas, or other instruments in both fixed and mobile environments.

The PTU-D100E models will discontinue on March 1, 2024, but the PTU-D100EX models will still be available for purchase. The last day of support for the D100E models will be June 2025. For more information regarding the discontinuation process and to see what alternative solutions we recommend, please reference the EOL notice below.

FLIR PTU-D300E

Pan/Tilt Unit for side-mounted payloads up to 70 lbs

The PTU-D300 E-Series supports any type of single or multi-part payload through a flexible bracketing system of top and/or side mounting. Easy to integrate, the PTU-D300 E-Series is an open platform that provides the flexibility needed while minimizing your development and integration effort. The PTU-D300 E-Series has been proven in a wide range of mission critical applications for positioning of cameras, lasers, antennas, or other instruments in both fixed and mobile environments.

PTU-D300E-HS

Pan/Tilt Unit for side-mounted payloads up to 40 lbs

PTU-D300-GigE

PTU-D300-ISM

FLIR PTU-SDK

Pan/Tilt Software Development Kit

FLIR MCS pan-tilts are designed for high-performance control with low-latency and jitter and high command rates. There are multiple ways to control the units. FLIR MCS pan-tilts support both a simple ASCII command protocol, documented in the E Series Command Reference Manual as well as a binary form of the commands, supported by a portable C language library (PTU-SDK). The PTU-SDK is provided as source code and can be compiled on any computing platform. It allows applications to send commands to the pan-tilt over serial or Ethernet interfaces seamlessly.

PTU-5 Side Mount Payload Bracket

Side-mounting payload bracket for the PTU-5 pan tilt. Up to 3 lb capacity per side, 6 lb total with two side brackets. Side bracket use requires removal of the PTU-5 top bracket. (Side and top brackets cannot be used together at the same time.)

PTU-5 Main Breakout Cable

Interface cable to AC power and host computer. Available in 3', 10' 25' or 50'.

Connector Kit, 32 pin for E BO Cable

Connector Kit, Pan and Tilt 19 pin

Converter cable, USB to RS-485.

Compatible with all PTU models.

DCJ Controller

A rugged joystick for direct control of the PTU with no computer required. The PT-DCJ provides proportional joystick control and other inputs via a 25' connection cable.

FLIR PTU-D47

Pan/Tilt for payloads up to 12 lbs

The PTU-D47 computer-controlled pan/tilt is compact, lightweight, versatile, and field-proven across hundreds of applications. It is a low-cost, off the-shelf solution for positioning camera, laser, antenna, or other payloads up to 12 pounds. It features a fully-integrated, mil-style controller with a single weatherized connection for power and pan/tilt control, as well as optional payload signal management. The side-mount bracket allows positioning payloads for a lower center-of-gravity, and for mounting multiple payloads (top and side).

North American AC/DC Power Supply for PTU-5 & E46

North American power supply for PTU-5 and E46 pan/tilt units

North American Accessory Kit for D48E, D100E, D300E

North American Power Supply for D48E/D100E/D300E 30V DC

Power supply for D48E/D100E/D300E PTUs. Available in 110V and 220V versions.

PTU Cable Harness, Breakout, D48E/D100E/D300E

PTU Cable Harness for the D48E/D100E/D300E.

Available in 10', 25', 50' and 100'.

PTU-5 Main Breakout Cable, 10 ft.

PTU-5 interface cable to AC power and host computer, 10-ft length.

PTU-5 Main Breakout Cable, 25ft.

Interface cable to AC power and host computer, 25-ft length.

PTU-5 Main Breakout Cable, 50ft.

Interface cable to AC power and host computer, 50-ft length.

PTU-D300-RF