Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Pioneering infrared sensor technology once again, Leonardo DRS changed the face of cooled thermal imaging with HexaBlu® cryo-cooled thermal camera modules.
The HexaBlu® cryo-cooled Mid-Wave infrared imaging camera module from Leonardo DRS combines years of extensive testing and real-world use.
HexaBlu® camera modules employ a revolutionary 6 µm pixel pitch HgCdTe detector technology that leverages Leonardo DRS’ proprietary HDVIP® (High Density Vertically Integrated Photodiode) to deliver high sensitivity mid-wave infrared (MWIR) detection in an incredibly small Integrated Dewar Cooler Assembly (IDCA).
The 6 µm pitch 1280 x 960 focal plane array (FPA) is the first of its kind. This pixel design enables HexaBlu’s miniature form factor, weighing in at under 270 grams and displacing just 80 cm3. It is ideal for a variety of applications requiring fully corrected, long-range imaging performance in a low-profile payload.
HexaBlu® offers unprecedented HD performance, durability, and reliability.
HexaBlu® Highlights
Revolutionary 6 µm pitch for outstanding optical modular transfer function (MTF)
High sensitivity HD resolution MWIR imaging and unparalleled SWaP benefits
Low vibration cooler unlocks the full potential of the small pixel performance
See more at: leonardodrs.com/what-we-do/products-and-services/hexablu-cooled-thermal-core
Pioneering infrared sensor technology once again, Leonardo DRS changed the face of cooled thermal imaging with HexaBlu® cryo-cooled thermal camera modules.
The HexaBlu® cryo-cooled Mid-Wave infrared imaging camera module from Leonardo DRS combines years of extensive testing and real-world use.
HexaBlu® camera modules employ a revolutionary 6 µm pixel pitch HgCdTe detector technology that leverages Leonardo DRS’ proprietary HDVIP® (High Density Vertically Integrated Photodiode) to deliver high sensitivity mid-wave infrared (MWIR) detection in an incredibly small Integrated Dewar Cooler Assembly (IDCA).
The 6 µm pitch 1280 x 960 focal plane array (FPA) is the first of its kind. This pixel design enables HexaBlu’s miniature form factor, weighing in at under 270 grams and displacing just 80 cm3. It is ideal for a variety of applications requiring fully corrected, long-range imaging performance in a low-profile payload.
HexaBlu® offers unprecedented HD performance, durability, and reliability.
HexaBlu® Highlights
Revolutionary 6 µm pitch for outstanding optical modular transfer function (MTF)
High sensitivity HD resolution MWIR imaging and unparalleled SWaP benefits
Low vibration cooler unlocks the full potential of the small pixel performance
See more at: leonardodrs.com/what-we-do/products-and-services/hexablu-cooled-thermal-core
