Bullard Introduces New Eclipse LD Thermal Imager

The Eclipse LD is a new high performance thermal imager from Bullard, the leader in thermal imaging technology for the fire service. Combining the compact, sleek design of the Eclipse, the Eclipse LD is equipped with a state-of-the-art thermal imaging engine and the latest Liquid Crystal Display technology on a large 3.5″ screen.

The Eclipse LD, weighing only two pounds, is available with a 160 x 120 or a 320 x 240 ultra-high resolution infrared engine providing firefighters with a personal-issue thermal imager that serves as a complete analytical tool.

The Eclipse LD can be equipped with optional advanced features including Bullard’s exclusive Electronic Thermal Throttle® (ETT), which enables firefighters to reveal hidden fire and distinguish hotter objects with the touch of a button. Other optional features include Super Red Hot colorization, highlighting high-heat scenes in brilliant shades of yellow, orange and red, and temperature measurement. Standard on all Eclipse thermal imagers is the capability to load customizable start-up graphics.

In addition to these advanced features, the Eclipse LD is equipped with the myBullard™ personal control panel for users to register, inventory, maintain, service and enhance their thermal imaging products and accessories. This convenient and easy-to-use software tool helps users to organize and optimize their thermal imaging operations. Also available as an option on the Eclipse LD is the Bullard SceneCatcher DVR, allowing firefighters to record up to five hours of video in vivid high resolution.

Founded in 1898, Bullard is a leading manufacturer of personal protective equipment and systems worldwide. Product lines include thermal imagers, firefighter and rescue helmets, respiratory protection devices, and hard hats. Bullard is headquartered in Cynthiana, Kentucky. For more information on the Bullard Eclipse LD and the full line of thermal imagers for the fire service, call Bullard Customer Service at 877-BULLARD or visit www.bullard.com.

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