MeltView^® TERA welding camera

Monitor GTAW, PAW, and SAW when space is limited

The MeltView® TERA is a leading-edge, ruggedized compact welding camera specifically engineered to provide high-definition monitoring in the tightest industrial environments. As one of the smallest cameras in the industry, the TERA measures just 33 x 43 x 57 mm (1.4 x 1.7 x 2.2”) and weighs approximately 120g (4.23oz).

This compact camera design makes it perfectly suited for highly restrictive, challenging applications where standard cameras cannot fit, including bore and pipe welding, internal cladding, orbital tube welding, and Submerged Arc Welding (SAW).

Like other MeltView® SDI Direct-Display welding cameras, the TERA utilizes High-Dynamic Range (HDR) imaging to capture both the blinding intensity of the welding arc and the critical details of the surrounding weld pool with high resolution.

Seamless Transitions: The camera automatically switches between arc-on and arc-off modes.
Direct-to-Monitor Viewing: Operators can directly monitor the weld at 1920 x 1080 HD resolution. No separate computer or software is required.
Near-Zero Latency: HD-SDI output provides a direct-to-monitor setup for immediate, real-time operator feedback

The TERA camera is built to operate in extreme environments. When paired with its integrated water cooling system, the camera operates safely in temperatures reaching up to 300°C (570°F). Optimized for close-range inspection, the TERA can be positioned as close as 51 mm (2”) from the weld, making it ideal for GTAW, PAW and SAW applications.

Key Features:

Image Quality: Rich monochrome or color imaging for GTAW, PAW, and SAW processes
Smart Optics: Automatic switching between arc-on and arc-off modes
Compact Size: 33 x 43 x 57 mm profile weighing only 120g, ideal weld monitoring in compact spaces
Plug-and-Play Setup: Displays directly to an HD monitor, no PC or software required
Integrated Protection: Built-in cooling (water/air knife options) and integrated LEDs
Precision Targeting: Adjustable dual crosshairs for alignment
Customizable Transmission: Standard X-coded or F-style cables, with wireless, fiber, and dual cable options available upon request

Note: The TERA camera requires a MeltView® camera controller. Optional frame grabber or DVR is available for recording and streaming video.

Temperature rating with water cooling

0° - 300°C (32° - 572°F)

Temperature rating without cooling

0° - 50°C (32° -122°F)

Consumption

approx. 500 mW - configuration specific

Power

24 VDC

Resolution

1920 x 1080

Video output signal

HD-SDI

Illumination

Integrated LED

Operating environment

85% relative humidity

Dimensions

36 x 43 x 56.40 mm (1.4 x 1.7 x 2.2")

Weight

approx. 120 g (0.26 lbs)

MeltView® TERA Welding Camera: Monochrome

MeltView® TERA Camera: Monochrome

Without cooling, the TERA operates safely up to 50°C (122°F). When utilizing the integrated water and air knife cooling options, it can withstand extreme environments up to 300°C (570°F).

We recommend a monochrome image for the clearest image across all welding processes. A color image is sometimes preferred for TIG welding / GTAW, since TIG is relatively simple to image and color can provide information about the weld.

No. Our HD-SDI camera line features a direct-to-monitor setup, providing 1920 x 1080 resolution feed with near-zero latency, eliminating the need for a PC or software. A MeltView camera controller is required to interface with and power the camera.

Because of its small design (33 x 43 x 57 mm), the TERA can fit into tight internal diameters and confined spaces where traditional welding cameras cannot reach, allowing for high-definition monitoring of internal pipe welds and cladding.

MeltView® TERA X-coded System

X-Coded Camera cables Recommended

Cameras with an X-coded cable connector can only operate using X-coded cables. X-coded cables are offered with straight or right angle connectors and with standard or drag chain options. X-coded extension cables are also listed.

X-coded camera cable

SKU: MT122399

X-coded camera cables provide power, control and video signals from our MeltView® SDI welding cameras to our compact or advanced camera controllers. Standard lengths shown Right angle up connectors available in some lengths... View product

from $200.00

X-coded extension cables

SKU: MT122335

X-coded extension cables have male and female connectors and can be used to extend the main male/male X-coded camera cable. Extension cables save time by eliminating the need to re-run the main cable down cable tracks if a f... View product

from $40.00

Controller: X-coded Recommended

X-coded camera controllers can be used for cameras with an X-coded cable connector. Compact controllers are offered for X-coded camera systems.

Compact camera controller for X-coded cables

SKU: MT519055

Our PXCC8 compact camera controller is recommended for systems with a single camera. This controller is for X-coded cables with a maximum length of 25 m (82') and provides HD-SDI video output. The camera controller provides ... View product

$1,800.00

TERA camera mount Recommended

TERA camera mount. The mount is manufactured with a built in HR isolation block to protect the TERA camera.

TERA camera mount

SKU: MT155032

Our lightweight camera mount allows for easy movement and precise camera positioning for the MeltView® TERA welding camera. Mount with lightweight torch clamp Weight 131 g (4.6 oz) Extended arm length of 85 mm (3.2") Clamp ... View product

$300.00

Monitors

Monitors that can be used with our direct-display camera system. BNC cables are used to connect the camera controller to the display monitor.

BNC male/male coaxial cable

SKU: MT122262

BNC cable to display SDI video to SDI monitor BNC cable to supply video to SDI framegrabber Compatible with advanced and compact camera controllers

$20.00

15.6" monitor

SKU: MT133069

This 15.6" HD-SDI monitor is encased in a durable metal housing. It features an HD-SDI loop-out, allowing for integration with other devices. As a simple yet effective display solution, this monitor is perfectly sized and di... View product

$730.00

21.5" 3G SDI Quad-split broadcast monitor

SKU: MT133032

This 21.5" quad-split broadcast monitor can be used to monitor 1, 2, 3 or 4 1080P video signals, making it easy to monitor multi-camera systems at a single source.

$820.00

7" HDMI 3G-SDI Sunlight readable monitor

SKU: MT133055

This 7" monitor has been engineered for outdoor settings / high-brightness environments with a 1800 nit panel. It features a 4K HDMI 1.4 input, 3G SDI and pass-through options for compatibility with a range of devices and sy... View product

$400.00

7" Dual SDI monitor 3RU rackmount

SKU: MT133097

The dual 7" SDI rackmount monitor is a compact unit for dual weld monitoring. It features 2 x 7" IPS panels with independent HDMI and 3G SDI connectivity, and it is mountable in a 19" 3U rack system.

$600.00

MeltView® TERA F Style System

Flex camera cables Recommended

Cameras with F style connectors can only be operated using flex style cables. We offer flex cables with or without an integrated ferrite.

Flex camera cable

SKU: MT122342

Our flex camera cable provides power, control and video signals from the DART2 or PIXI welding camera to our compact or advanced camera controller. Standard lengths shown Contact us for custom lengths up to 30 m (98') Suita... View product

from $380.00

Flex camera cable with integrated ferrite

SKU: MT122383

Our flex camera cable provides power, control and video signals from the DART2 or PIXI welding camera to our compact or advanced camera controller. The integrated ferrite bead is recommended for applications with HF arc star... View product

from $420.00

Controllers: F-Style Recommended

F style camera controllers can be used for cameras with an F style cable connector. Compact and advanced controllers are offered for F style systems.

Compact camera controllers for F-style cables

SKU: MT519098

Our compact camera controllers are recommended for systems with a single camera. Different models of controller are compatible with MeltView® cameras based on camera cable type, either F-style or X-coded. The two F-style cab... View product

from $1,800.00

Advanced camera controller for F-style cables

SKU: MT519089

Our advanced camera controller is compatible with F-style configured MeltView® PIXI and DART2 cameras. The advanced controller is recommended for systems with custom features. Control up to 3 cameras Adjust LED brightness a... View product

from $3,300.00

Advanced camera controller for laser diodes with F-style cables

SKU: MT519062

Our advanced camera controller with power for laser diodes is compatible with F-style configured MeltView® PIXI and DART2 cameras. The advanced controller is recommended for systems with multiple cameras and/or custom featur... View product

from $3,400.00