HTI HT-C8 384×288 Thermal Imaging Monocular – 25mm, 50Hz, OLED

The HTI HT-C8 Thermal Imaging Monocular is a compact infrared observation device designed for wildlife viewing, farm and property monitoring, outdoor exploration, search-support activities, equipment inspection and general heat-source detection.

Featuring a 384 × 288 thermal detector, 25mm infrared objective lens, 50 Hz refresh rate and listed NETD ≤40 mK thermal sensitivity, the HT-C8 is designed to provide detailed, smooth thermal imagery during both day and night.

The monocular also supports 2×, 4×, 6× and 8× digital zoom, Picture-in-Picture viewing, photo and video recording, internal memory and multiple thermal colour palettes. An integrated OLED display provides a high-contrast viewing experience in a compact handheld format.

Key Features

• 384 × 288 Thermal Resolution – Provides detailed thermal imagery for outdoor observation and heat-signature detection.

• 25mm Infrared Objective Lens – Designed to provide a practical balance between field of view and medium-distance observation.

• NETD ≤40 mK – Listed thermal sensitivity helps distinguish relatively small temperature differences.

• 50 Hz Refresh Rate – Provides smooth image presentation during scanning and observation of moving subjects.

• OLED Display – High-contrast internal display designed for clear thermal viewing.

• 2× / 4× / 6× / 8× Digital Zoom – Multiple enlargement levels provide flexible observation of distant or smaller thermal subjects.

• Picture-in-Picture (PIP) – Enlarges part of the thermal scene while maintaining awareness of the wider image.

• Photo Capture – Save thermal images directly from the device.

• Video Recording – Record thermal observations for later review.

• Internal Memory – Provides onboard storage for supported media.

• Multiple Thermal Palettes – Allows users to select different thermal visualisations according to the scene and personal preference.

• Compact Handheld Design – Portable monocular configuration suitable for outdoor use.

• One-Year Warranty – Listed warranty period subject to the manufacturer's coverage terms.

Product Specifications

Brand: HTI
Model: HT-C8
Product Type: Thermal Imaging Monocular
Thermal Detector Resolution: 384 × 288 Pixels
Thermal Sensitivity: NETD ≤40 mK
Objective Lens: 25mm
Digital Zoom: 2× / 4× / 6× / 8×
Refresh Rate: 50 Hz
Display Type: OLED
Picture-in-Picture: Supported
Photo Capture: Supported
Video Recording: Supported
Internal Storage: Supported
Thermal Colour Palettes: Multiple Modes
Warranty: 1 Year
Country of Origin: Guangdong, China

384 × 288 Thermal Imaging

The HT-C8 uses a 384 × 288 infrared thermal detector to identify differences in heat across the observed environment.

Thermal imaging detects infrared energy emitted by people, animals, equipment and surrounding objects rather than depending on conventional visible illumination. This makes the device suitable for thermal observation during both daylight and darkness.

The 384×288 detector provides useful native detail for outdoor observation, property monitoring, equipment checks and other suitable thermal applications.

Actual image quality depends on target size, temperature contrast, weather, humidity, lens characteristics, thermal sensitivity and device settings.

NETD ≤40 mK Thermal Sensitivity

The HT-C8 has a listed thermal sensitivity of 40 mK or lower.

Lower NETD values generally help a thermal imager distinguish smaller differences in temperature within a scene, which can improve thermal separation when contrast between a target and its surroundings is limited.

This may be useful in environments involving humidity, fog, light rain or relatively uniform background temperatures.

25mm Infrared Objective Lens

The 25mm objective lens is designed to provide a useful balance between viewing area, apparent subject size and medium-distance thermal observation.

Combined with the 384×288 detector, it provides a compact optical configuration for outdoor scanning and general thermal viewing.

Smooth 50 Hz Refresh Rate

A 50 Hz thermal refresh rate allows the displayed image to update smoothly during movement.

This can be particularly useful when:

• Scanning outdoor areas

• Walking while observing

• Following moving wildlife

• Monitoring moving heat sources

• Inspecting property or equipment

• Conducting search-support activities

OLED Display

Thermal images are viewed through an integrated OLED display.

OLED technology is well suited to thermal imaging because it can provide high contrast, deep black levels and clear presentation of different thermal palettes.

The exact display resolution is separate from the native 384×288 thermal detector resolution.

2×, 4×, 6× & 8× Digital Zoom

The HT-C8 provides multiple listed digital enlargement settings:

• 2×

• 4×

• 6×

• 8×

These zoom levels allow thermal subjects to appear larger on the display for closer observation.

Digital zoom enlarges the captured thermal image electronically and does not increase the native detector resolution. Fine image detail may therefore decrease at higher zoom levels.

Picture-in-Picture Viewing

The built-in Picture-in-Picture (PIP) mode displays an enlarged section of the thermal image while preserving the wider scene.

This can help users examine smaller or more distant thermal features without losing overall scene awareness.

Photo & Video Recording

The HT-C8 supports both photo capture and video recording, allowing thermal observations to be documented directly through the device.

This can be useful for recording wildlife observations, property inspections, equipment checks and other appropriate thermal imaging activities.

Internal Storage

Built-in memory provides onboard storage for captured photos and video.

Available user capacity and recording duration depend on the exact production configuration and media settings.

Multiple Thermal Colour Palettes

The HT-C8 supports multiple thermal display modes that present temperature differences in different visual styles.

Different palettes can help improve subject visibility or make certain thermal patterns easier to interpret according to the environment and personal viewing preference.

Suitable Applications

The HTI HT-C8 may be suitable for:

• Wildlife observation

• Farm and livestock monitoring

• Property inspection

• Camping and outdoor exploration

• Search-support activities

• Night-time thermal observation

• Building heat-loss checks

• Electrical inspection

• Machinery monitoring

• General heat-source detection

Important Product Information

The exact display resolution, storage capacity, battery specification, detection distance and environmental protection rating are not confirmed in the supplied product information and should not be assumed.

The listed 2×, 4×, 6× and 8× values represent digital image enlargement and do not increase the physical 384×288 thermal detector resolution.

Actual thermal performance depends on target dimensions, temperature contrast, weather, humidity, distance, lens characteristics and device settings.

GPS is mentioned in the supplied product information, but it should only be advertised once the exact GPS functionality is confirmed for the selected HT-C8 configuration.

Safety & Care

Avoid pointing the thermal detector directly toward the sun, lasers, welding arcs or other intense energy sources, as these may damage the sensor.

Keep the objective lens clean and dry and protect the device from unnecessary impact or exposure beyond its verified environmental limits.

Use only compatible batteries, chargers and accessories, and follow applicable privacy, observation and local-use regulations.