Advanced Multi-Spectral Imaging System
10" diameter, 4-axis stabilized imaging platform, built in GPS/INS and tri-band, full digital HD imagers (EO/MWIR) for day, night and obscurant penetration with a total system weight of 33 lbs.
This product is no longer a current product offering. However it is still supported, if you have a TASE500 system and need support please contact sales.tase@collins.com.
We’re committed to providing customers with products and services that are designed, built and delivered to support their mission needs. This market has been identified as an emerging growth sector in manned and unmanned air vehicles and Collins Aerospace will continue product development of imaging systems to meet this need. Please keep this page bookmarked for upcoming new product announcements.
If the TASE500 meets your imaging needs, please reach out to sales.tase@collins.com and a member of our team will get back to you with additional product options.
The TASE™ 500 HD is a 4-axis stabilized imaging system with best-in-class stability and the lowest SWaP against comparable systems. It features a Full 720p HD mid-wave infrared (MWIR) and daylight camera with continuous optical zoom and digital zoom. The TASE500 HD includes a Laser Illuminator option.
The 500 HD series is designed to provide superior nighttime imaging as well as long range daylight surveillance for fixed and rotary-wing manned or unmanned applications.
Lightest payload in its class
Lowest cost with fully integrated features for best value
Platforms: Fixed Wing, Rotary Wing, Unmanned Aircraft, Aerostat
Login to access software updates and the files listed below
10.25 inches (260.35 mm)
14.75 inches (374.65 mm)
Unmanned weight: 33 lbs (15 kg)
Manned weight: 37 lbs (17 kg)
-20°C to +50°C
Vin: 18- 30 Volts
Power: 95W (average) 125W (max)
Control Interface: RS-232, Ethernet
Advanced Day / Night Imaging
Rotation Limits: 360° continuous pan
Field of Regard: +20° / -85° tilt
Slew Rate: 150°/sec
Payload Stabilization: 4-Axis active stabilization
HD Mid Wave IR Camera
Continuous Optical Zoom: 5.6x
Continuous Digital Zoom: 4x
Wavelength: 3 to 5 μm
Resolution: 1280 x 720
HFOV: 17°- 3.0 ° continuous
HD Daylight Camera
Continuous Optical Zoom: 27x
Continuous Digital Zoom: 4x
Resolution: 1280 x 720
HFOV (HD): 42.3°- 2.3°
Video Out:
SD: NTSC or PAL
HD (H.264): 720P 30Hz
HD-SDI: 720P 30Hz
N/A
Laser Illuminator (optional)
Class IIIb laser ¹
830 nm (NVG band)
150 mW max
The TASE™ Imaging Systems are controlled for export and re-export by The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), CFR Title 22, Code of Federal Regulation, Parts 120-130.The ITAR governs the export and re-export of defense articles and services.
The TASE Imaging Systems are available for sale outside the United States subject to an approved export authorization. ITAR violations can result in fines, penalties, debarment, and criminal sanctions. Please refer to the following websites for more information U.S. Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls and U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security Export Administration Regulations.
For the export control status of your TASE Imaging System please contact your sales representative, sales.tase@collins.com or 541-387-2120.
Click below to download a free white paper on SWaP Optimization