Hello Industrial Partners,

In industries where precision, consistency, and control define the quality of every weld and every layer, having real-time visibility into thermal behavior is no longer optional — it’s essential. Today, Engrity WeldHub is proud to introduce the Xiris XIR-1800 SWIR HDR Thermal Camera System, now available to support welding automation, metal additive manufacturing, WAAM, R&D labs, and advanced process engineering teams.

The XIR-1800 is not just another thermal camera — it represents a major leap forward in Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) thermal imaging, capturing temperature detail and clarity previously unattainable with standard visible-light or long-wave thermal solutions.

Whether you’re improving weld quality, optimizing deposition parameters, or analyzing heat-affected zones, the XIR-1800 brings unmatched insight directly into your workflow.

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Why SWIR Technology Matters More Than Ever

Traditional thermal and visible-light cameras struggle during welding processes due to intense brightness, arc glare, and heavy fumes. The XIR-1800 eliminates these limitations using 1” SWIR InGaAs HDR sensors with over 120 dB dynamic range.

Key SWIR Advantages:

• Exceptional visibility through weld fumes

• Reduced sensitivity to emissivity variations — ideal for metals

• High-fidelity temperature readings from 300°C to 6000°C+

• Clarity during both melting and solidification phases

These advantages make SWIR technology indispensable for operations that demand precision thermal data to guide process control and material performance analysis.

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Real-Time Temperature Measurement with Zero Guesswork

Thermal behavior defines the quality of every weld and every layer in metal additive manufacturing. The XIR-1800 turns that invisible thermal behavior into actionable, high-resolution insight.

Key Measurement Capabilities:

• Full thermal mapping of the melt pool

• Real-time visualization of transition zones

• Monitoring of heat-affected areas

• Live feedback for parameter optimization

• Ability to detect temperature fluctuations that impact bead geometry and metallurgical structure

By providing highly accurate thermal data in real time, the XIR-1800 empowers engineers, quality teams, and automation systems to respond instantly — reducing defects, rework, and cost.

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A Breakthrough in Cooling Time Calculation (t8/5, t12/8)

One of the standout features of the XIR-1800 is the industry’s first real-time cooling-time calculation, including:

• t8/5 cooling time

• t12/8 cooling time

These inputs are critical predictors of material microstructure, hardness, heat-affected zone strength, and weld performance. Traditionally, cooling-time calculations required offline analysis or lab simulations.

Now, with the XIR-1800, engineers can access this data instantly, right on the production floor or test bench.

This breakthrough allows teams to:

• Predict material properties in real time

• Improve process repeatability

• Validate weld procedures faster

• Adjust torch speed, heat input, and deposition strategies immediately

• Significantly reduce experimentation cycles

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Designed for Seamless Integration with Modern Welding & AM Systems

Integration is often the barrier when adopting advanced imaging technologies. The XIR-1800 is engineered to eliminate that challenge.

Integration Highlights:

• C-Mount lens system for flexible optics

• Factory calibration based on application needs

• Compatible with the entire Xiris ecosystem, including WeldMic™

• Multiple industrial communication protocols:

  • OPC-UA

  • Modbus-TCP

  • Beckhoff-ADS

• Easily deployable with welding robots, cobots, automated inspection cells, or R&D workstations

With a compact design (40 × 43 × 66 mm), lightweight housing, and robust accessory options, the XIR-1800 is built for both industrial and laboratory environments.

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Powered by WeldStudio Pro™: Your Thermal Intelligence Hub

The XIR-1800 is fully compatible with Xiris WeldStudio Pro™, a powerful software suite designed to turn raw thermal data into meaningful insight.

WeldStudio Pro™ Key Features:

• Real-time visualizations and overlays

• AI-powered measurement tools

• Temperature extraction and tracking

• Region-of-interest thermal analysis

• High-speed recording and playback

• Crosshairs, targets, and graphic overlays

• Full offline review capabilities

• SDK (WeldSDK™) for complete automation integration

Whether you’re optimizing weld parameters or conducting thermal research, WeldStudio Pro™ provides the analytical power you need to push your process forward.

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Applications Across Welding and Metal Additive Manufacturing

The XIR-1800 is engineered for a wide range of processes, including:

Welding Applications

• TIG, MIG, MAG

• Laser welding

• Plasma welding

• Orbital welding

• Resistance welding

• Cladding and hardfacing

• Robotic and automated welding systems

Metal Additive / WAAM

• Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing

• Laser Metal Deposition

• Directed Energy Deposition

• Process development labs

• In-situ monitoring and R&D environments

This versatility makes the XIR-1800 an ideal solution for both production environments and high-level research institutions.

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Key Specifications At a Glance

• Sensor: 1” SWIR HDR InGaAs

• Dynamic Range: 120+ dB

• Temperature Range: 300°C to 6000°C+

• Size: 40 W × 43 H × 66 L mm

• Weight: 140 g (without lens)

• Compatibility: Windows 10+; WeldStudio Pro™; WeldSDK™

• Accessories: Industrial housings, lenses, cooling plates, trigger kits, fanless PCs, HMIs

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Why Choose the XIR-1800 Through Engrity WeldHub?

At Engrity WeldHub, we focus on delivering industry-leading tools that enhance process reliability and empower engineers, inspectors, and fabricators.

By offering the XIR-1800, we aim to support:

• Better weld quality

• Faster process development

• Stronger material performance

• Reduced downtime

• Increased confidence in data-driven decisions

Our team is ready to help you evaluate your application, integrate the system, and unlock the full capability of SWIR thermal imaging.

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The XIR-1800 Is Now Available — Unlock a New Level of Thermal Insight

The future of precision welding and metal additive manufacturing is here, and it’s clearer than ever. The XIR-1800 is now available through Engrity WeldHub, bringing real-time thermal intelligence and groundbreaking SWIR capability directly into your hands.

If you’re ready to elevate your process, improve consistency, and make smarter decisions with real-time thermal data:

Order your XIR-1800 today — only at Engrity WeldHub.

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