Helicopter Hoist and Lift Camera RTCA / DO-160G

Bad Wolf Technologies introduces a rugged helicopter hoist and lift camera, designed to withstand the toughest environments, including vibration, shock, freshwater and saltwater exposure, and submersion. This camera is ideal for use in military and civilian aviation and marine applications. Tested to RTCA / DO-160G standards in a government-approved laboratory, it meets rigorous RFI/EMI and environmental requirements for aviation and marine operations.

Key Features:

  • Resolution: 1.3 Megapixel, 1/3.2” Sony Starvis IMX017 CMOS sensor
  • Processor: Eyenix DSP (Digital Signal Processor)
  • Video Output: 1000 TVL CVBS (1080p30/p60 HD-SDI optional)
  • Durable Design: Waterproof housing and materials designed for saltwater environments
  • Lightweight: Weighs less than 1lb
  • Fog-Proof: Nitrogen-purged lens cavity
  • Wide Operating Range: -40°C to +55°C (optional extended range to +85°C)
  • Easy Installation: Designed for Sikorsky S92 helicopters, no modification needed to existing camera mount or wiring harness

Applications:

  • Rotorcraft Hoist & Lift Operations
  • Search and Rescue (SAR)
  • Flight Testing
  • Cockpit and Passenger Monitoring
  • Cargo Hold Remote Viewing

What is a Hoist Camera?

A hoist camera is mounted to hoists on cranes, helicopters, or other aerial systems, allowing dynamic movement and aerial perspectives for video or imagery. This camera is specifically designed for aviation and rotorcraft applications, delivering high-performance video in demanding environments.

Hoist and Lift Camera by Bad Wolf Technologies

Ordering Information:

For more details or to request the datasheet, please contact our sales department. Please use the part number(s) below when ordering the Bad Wolf Technologies Helicopter Hoist and Lift Camera:

  • BW-CAM-VQSR-NTSC
  • BW-CAM-VQSR-PAL
  • BW-CAM-VQSR-HD [with CVBS NTSC or PAL and High-Definition 3G/HD-SDI video outputs]

The new Class 3 power supply is designed to meet rigorous RFI/EMI and environmental requirements found in military and civilian aviation and marine applications. Tested to DO-160G EMI/RFI and environmental requirements. Bad Wolf Tech hoist and lift camera installs on a Sikorsky S92 helicopters without a need to change the existing camera mount or camera wiring harness.

Highlights

  • 1.3 Megapixel 1/3.2” CMOS Sony Starvis IMX017 image sensor SoC System on a Chip
  • Eyenix DSP(ISP) Digital Signal Processor
  • Resolution, 1000 TVL (CVBS)
  • HD or SD (or both) at no additional cost
  • Waterproof housing to protect electronics & optics
  • Materials used to withstand Saltwater environment
  • Lightweight, entire assembly is < 1lbs
  • Fog Proof Lens Cavity – nitrogen purged
  • Camera continuous operation, -40°C to +55°C (qualified IAW customer requirements. Capable of -40°C to +85°C operation)