FLIR G306

Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) Camera for Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF₆)

The FLIR G306 is an innovative Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) camera used to visualize sulfur hexafluoride (SF₆), ammonia (NH₃), ethylene (C₂H₄), and other industrial gas leaks in various environments. SF₆ is a potent greenhouse gas with a global warming potential that’s more than 23,000 times greater than C0₂ over a 100-year period. SF₆ is commonly used within the electric power industry as an insulator and quenching medium for gas-insulated substations and circuit breakers. With the portable, non-contact G306, you can safely and efficiently scan substations for dangerous and environmentally harmful gas leaks without interfering with electric utility delivery or shutting down industrial operations.
Superior Gas Visualization

The FLIR G306 accurately measures temperatures from -40°C to 500°C (-40°F to 932°F) and FLIR’s patented High-Sensitivity Mode (HSM) makes (SF₆) and other industrial gas leaks stand out more clearly while allowing you to efficiently scan thousands of components

Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® allow you to connect to smartphones or tablets and effortlessly edit and store images in the cloud, or wirelessly transfer files using the included FLIR Ignite™ cloud service

Comfortably operate and interact with your G306 thanks to a rotating 10.16 cm (4 in) LCD touchscreen, which allows you view targets from any direction

FLIR G306 Optical Gas Imaging Camera

Specialized OGI Camera for SF₆ Gas Leak Detection

Key Features

  • Dedicated optical gas imaging for SF₆ (Sulfur Hexafluoride)
  • Cooled MWIR detector for high sensitivity gas visualization
  • Real-time detection of invisible gas leaks
  • Optimized for electrical substations and utilities
  • Supports LDAR and environmental compliance programs

Typical Applications

  • Electrical substation inspections
  • SF₆ leak detection in high-voltage equipment
  • Gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) maintenance
  • Environmental monitoring and compliance
  • Preventive maintenance programs

Imaging & Optical Specifications

IR Resolution 320 × 240 pixels
Detector Type Cooled MWIR (Quantum Well Infrared Photodetector – QWIP)
Spectral Range 10.3 – 10.7 µm (optimized for SF₆)
Thermal Sensitivity (NETD) < 20 mK
Field of View (FOV) 23° × 17°
Focus Manual
Image Frequency 30 Hz

Gas Detection Capabilities

Target Gas Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF₆)
Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) Yes
Leak Visualization Real-time visualization of low-concentration gas leaks
LDAR Compliance Suitable for regulatory and preventive LDAR inspections

Display & User Interface

Display 4.3-inch LCD
Display Resolution 800 × 480 pixels
Image Modes Gas visualization, thermal imaging

Data Storage & Connectivity

Image Format Radiometric JPEG
Video Recording Yes
Internal Storage Internal memory
Interfaces USB, HDMI

Power System

Battery Type Rechargeable Li-ion battery
Operating Time Approx. 3 hours per battery
Charging External charger

Physical & Environmental

Weight Approx. 2.4 kg (including battery)
Protection Rating IP54
Operating Temperature -20°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature -40°C to 70°C

Specifications are subject to change without notice. FLIR and G306 are trademarks of Teledyne FLIR LLC.

FLIR G306 Optical Gas Imaging Camera

High-Sensitivity OGI Camera for SF₆ & Industrial Gas Detection

⭐ Best for LDAR Compliance
Detector Resolution320 × 240 (cooled MWIR)
Spectral Range10.3 – 10.7 µm (SF₆ optimized)
Primary UseElectrical substations & LDAR programs
ComplianceMeets IEC & environmental inspection standards
Detector TypeCooled Quantum Well Infrared Photodetector (QWIP)
NETD< 20 mK
Field of View23° × 17°
FocusManual
Image Frequency30 Hz
Target GasSF₆ (Sulfur Hexafluoride)
Optical Gas ImagingYes (real-time visualization)
Leak DetectionSubtle & low-concentration gas leaks
LDAR UseExcellent for regulatory & preventive inspections
Display4.3-inch LCD (800 × 480)
Battery TypeRechargeable Li-ion
Operating TimeApprox. 3 hours per battery
WeightApprox. 2.4 kg (with battery)
Protection RatingIP54
Overview
Detector Resolution320 × 240 (cooled MWIR)
Spectral Range10.3 – 10.7 µm
Best ForLDAR & substation gas inspections
Imaging & Optics
NETD< 20 mK
FOV23° × 17°
FocusManual
Gas Detection
Target GasSF₆
OGIYes
LDAR ComplianceExcellent
Physical & Power
BatteryRechargeable Li-ion
Operating Time~3 hours
IP RatingIP54

Specifications are subject to change without notice. FLIR and G306 are trademarks of Teledyne FLIR LLC.