Thermal Hybrid IP Camera DAHUA TPC-BF1241-B10F12-DW-S8 — 10 mm thermal 960p, 12 mm optical 4 MP

DAHUA TPC-BF1241-B10F12-DW-S8 is a hybrid thermal IP camera that combines a 10 mm thermal detector with 960p resolution and a 12 mm optical module at 4 MP. The camera provides both thermal imaging for detection of heat signatures and visible-light video for identification and situational context. Designed for perimeter monitoring and detection tasks, the device supports continuous surveillance in low-light and zero-light conditions while delivering complementary thermal and optical data streams over IP.

Advantages

This hybrid camera integrates thermal sensing and high-resolution optical imaging in a single IP unit, enabling reliable detection of persons, vehicles and heat-emitting objects at various distances. The 10 mm thermal lens offers a wide field of view for early detection, while the 12 mm 4 MP optical module supplies detailed visible images for classification and evidence. Network connectivity allows remote viewing, recording and integration with VMS or security platforms. The dual-sensor design reduces false alarms by correlating thermal detections with optical confirmation.

Suitable for

• Perimeter and fence line monitoring at facilities and industrial sites
• Night-time surveillance where visible-light cameras alone are insufficient
• Detection and early warning of intrusions in critical infrastructure
• Industrial inspection where thermal anomalies and visual detail are both required
• Integration with network video management systems for remote monitoring

Key specifications

• Thermal sensor: 10 mm lens, 960p thermal resolution
• Optical sensor: 12 mm lens, 4 MP visible-light resolution
• Hybrid operation: simultaneous thermal and optical streams over IP
• Designed for perimeter detection and continuous surveillance
• Low-light and no-light performance using thermal imaging

How to use

Install the camera at a position that provides an unobstructed view of the protected area and mount it at a height and angle appropriate for perimeter coverage. Connect the unit to the network using the recommended PoE or network power method and configure IP settings in your network. Use the camera’s web interface or VMS to configure thermal and optical stream parameters, detection rules and recording schedules. Calibrate detection zones and sensitivity so the thermal sensor identifies heat signatures while the optical sensor captures identifying detail. Verify integration with recording equipment and set up alerting for events of interest.

Usage recommendations

For optimal detection performance, position the camera to minimize direct sun and reflective surfaces in the field of view, and perform regular maintenance of the optical window and thermal aperture. Adjust detection thresholds and use combined thermal-plus-optical verification to reduce false positives in environments with moving vegetation or animals.