ACSL SOTEN Thermal Bundle Plus with Rapid Deployment Hard Case

ACSL SOTEN Thermal Bundle Plus with Rapid Deployment Hard Case: Full-Spectrum Radiometric Thermal Platform for Enterprise Inspection and Public Safety Programs

Enterprise thermal operations demand a platform where sensor performance, data security, and deployment efficiency are engineered in from the start. The ACSL SOTEN Thermal Bundle Plus with Rapid Deployment Hard Case delivers all three in a single organized kit.

Built around Japan's NDAA-compliant SOTEN airframe, the bundle pairs the TAITEN Smart Controller, the SAMO thermal payload, the CX-GB100 standard 20MP visible camera, five smart batteries, a triple cradle charger, and a wheeled hard-shell case with custom blue foam interior into a ready-to-deploy thermal inspection system.

SAMO combines a radiometric 640x512 FLIR Boson thermal sensor with a 64MP visible camera and 20x optical zoom in a 56g module, giving fleet operators full-spectrum imaging capability without adding platform complexity or weight.

Key Features and Benefits

• SAMO thermal payload: radiometric 640x512 Boson sensor with less than 20 mK thermal sensitivity.
• Dual-sensor imaging: 64MP visible camera and 20x optical zoom complement the thermal channel.
• NDAA and ITAR-free: SAMO is built around the Teledyne FLIR Hadron 640R for secure program deployment.
• Temperature accuracy: ±5°C measurement accuracy within a 0°C to 100°C operating range.
• Two cameras included: SAMO thermal and CX-GB100 visible camera both ship in this bundle.
• One-touch swap: exchange SAMO and CX-GB100 between sorties without powering down the aircraft.
• IP54 SAMO module: rear interfaces sealed for consistent performance across demanding field environments.
• Five-battery complement: supports multi-sortie thermal coverage across complex or large-scale sites.
• Multi-controller support: up to three TAITEN units pair to one aircraft for crew-based operation models.
• AES-256 encryption: communications and optional on-media data storage are cryptographically secured.

The SAMO payload is designed specifically for the SOTEN ecosystem, integrating tightly with the TAITEN controller and ACSL TAKEOFF app for responsive gimbal control, radiometric readouts, and clean crew hand-offs in the field.

Thermal sensitivity below 20 mK and ±5°C temperature measurement accuracy across a 0°C to 100°C range support confident anomaly detection across utility inspection, public safety response, and disaster assessment programs. The one-touch swappable mount allows rapid transitions between SAMO and the included CX-GB100 between sorties, keeping the aircraft configured for whatever the mission requires without downtime.

A security architecture grounded in ISO/IEC 15408 principles and AES-256 encrypted ACSL Fides-Link communications ensure that sensitive thermal and visible data collected across critical sites stays protected throughout the mission lifecycle.

Radiometric Thermal Performance Designed for Program Reliability

Thermal inspection programs require sensor data that holds up under scrutiny across repeated deployments. SAMO captures radiometric thermal video at up to 60 Hz with a 32° HFOV thermal channel and a simultaneous 67° HFOV visible channel, giving data teams both heat detection and contextual imagery in a single flight.

The 20x optical zoom on the visible path supports long-standoff target confirmation and detailed asset inspection from safe operating distances. At approximately 56g and 50 × 36 × 43mm, SAMO adds meaningful thermal capability to the SOTEN without compromising the aircraft's handling characteristics across varied inspection environments.

ACSL's ongoing collaboration with Teledyne FLIR provides a clear roadmap for expanding SAMO's capability over time, including planned MSX thermal-visible fusion, Prism ISP contrast enhancement, turbulence mitigation, and AI-assisted detection features dependent on future firmware updates.

Compatibility and System Integration

• SAMO thermal payload: included; 640x512 radiometric Boson thermal with 64MP visible and 20x zoom.
• CX-GB100 standard camera: included; 1-inch 20MP with mechanical shutter and 4K video output.
• CX-GB300 multispectral camera: optional 1-inch 20MP payload with RGB TIFF 16-bit output (sold separately).
• CX-GB400 optical zoom camera: optional 2.5x optical with up to 25x combined zoom capability (sold separately).
• ACSL TAKEOFF app: pre-installed on TAITEN for integrated flight, gimbal, and autonomous mission control.
• ACSL Fides-Link: dual-band AES-256 encrypted link with 6-plus mile unobstructed range.
• ACSL SOTEN RTK Module: optional centimeter-level positioning for georeferenced thermal workflows (sold separately).
• Optional LTE module: enables remote and closed-network operations for BVLOS-capable programs (sold separately).

Applications and Use Cases

• Utility inspection: identify overheating components, electrical hotspots, and anomalies across power infrastructure.
• Public safety deployment: provide thermal overwatch, target confirmation, and scene documentation on response.
• Search and rescue: detect heat signatures across terrain, cover, and low-visibility environments at night.
• Disaster assessment: combine radiometric thermal and visible imaging for comprehensive post-event evaluation.
• Industrial inspection: locate thermal irregularities in equipment and structures from safe standoff distances.
• Firefighting support: monitor heat zones, track fire perimeter, and identify flare-ups during active incidents.
• Infrastructure monitoring: detect thermal anomalies in bridges, buildings, and critical facility assets at scale.
• Program documentation: generate radiometric thermal records alongside 20MP visible imagery for compliance reporting.

The ACSL SOTEN Thermal Bundle Plus with Rapid Deployment Hard Case gives thermal inspection and public safety programs a full-spectrum aerial platform that is organized, compliant, and ready to collect radiometric data from the first deployment.

The SAMO payload, CX-GB100 camera, five batteries, and complete support equipment ship together in a wheeled hard-shell case that moves from vehicle to launch point in a single trip. For fleet integrators and program managers building thermal inspection workflows around a secure, portable, and NDAA-compliant platform, this bundle delivers the operational foundation to run those programs at scale.

Dronefly specializes in matching enterprise UAS thermal platforms to the inspection and public safety programs that depend on them. As a premier West Coast UAV dealer with deep experience across utility, infrastructure, and critical operations verticals, Dronefly provides the application knowledge and integration support your team needs to deploy the SOTEN Thermal Bundle and build a thermal inspection program that performs consistently in the field.

Purchase the ACSL SOTEN Thermal Bundle Plus today at Dronefly and put radiometric thermal intelligence to work across your program.