Raythink Technology Co.

What Raythink Technology Co. does

Raythink Technology Co., Ltd. is a thermal imaging solutions provider headquartered in Yantai, Shandong, China, founded in 2015. The company designs and manufactures AI-enabled infrared thermal cameras, optical gas imaging (OGI) systems, thermal detector modules, laser rangefinders, and cloud-based monitoring platforms serving industrial, security, power, energy, petrochemical, and inspection applications. Its product portfolio spans handheld thermography cameras (CX, RM, RS, RT series), fixed thermography cameras (TN, AT series), OGI cameras (RG series), security PTZ and fixed cameras (PC, FC, PD series), explosion-proof cameras (TE series), and three thermal detector module families (Turing, Photon, Keen), supported by analysis software (TI Studio) and cloud platforms (VIS3000, VIS-4100).

The underlying technology stack includes proprietary uncooled infrared detectors with sensitivity down to 15 mK, an embedded AI pipeline supporting small-target detection at 1.5×1.5 pixel granularity, AI super-resolution enhancement, multi-target tracking, embedded gas recognition algorithms trained on hundreds of gases, and a voice-controlled AI agent branded "Raya." The company reports nine global R&D centers, more than 1,700 R&D personnel, and over 3,400 accumulated intellectual property rights, with annual R&D investment above 19.9% of revenue. Products comply with U.S. EPA Appendix K, CE, RoHS, FIPS 140-3 Level 3, and explosion-proof certifications (Ex d IIC T6 Gb / Ex tD A21 IP68). In 2025, a&s Magazine ranked Raythink 9th in its Security 50 ranking.

The business model is direct enterprise field sales with quote-based pricing, complemented by regional distributor and partner channels across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and the Americas. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware unit sales of thermal cameras, modules, and rangefinders, supplemented by software licensing and subscription revenue from VIS cloud platforms and TI Studio. Recent strategic priorities include positioning for EU Battery Regulation and UNECE GTR No. 20 compliance in EV battery thermal safety, expansion into consumer/prosumer home inspection with the EX10 portable camera, and entry into regulated verticals including illegal mining detection and LDAR (leak detection and repair) compliance.

Name

Raythink Technology Co.

Legal name

Raythink Technology Co., Ltd.

Website

https://raythink-tech.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Raythink Technology Co. is a Chinese thermal imaging company that develops AI-powered infrared cameras, optical gas imaging systems, and cloud monitoring platforms serving industrial, security, energy, petrochemical, and inspection customers across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Infrared Thermal Imaging Cameras and Modules

NAICS

Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517)

SIC

Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826), Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Radiography & NDT Services (Gamma radiography, source handling, field inspection) (EUAKAIAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Radiation Detection Instruments & Systems (Portal monitors, spectrometers, contamination monitors) (EUAKAIAK)

Keywords

• Infrared thermal imaging
• Optical gas imaging
• Thermal security cameras
• Infrared detector modules
• Thermal imaging software

Headquarters

HQ city

Shandong

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Operations

Revenue model

1. Thermal Imaging Hardware Products: Sale of thermal cameras including handheld thermography cameras (CX, RM, RS, RT series), fixed thermography cameras (TN, AT series), OGI gas detection cameras (RG series), security cameras (PC, FC, PD series), thermal modules (Turing, Photon, Keen), and laser rangefinders
2. Software Platforms and Solutions: Licensing and subscription of software platforms including VIS series cloud platforms (VIS3100, VIS4100), TI Studio analysis software, and patrol management software for thermal vision data analysis and system management
3. Thermal Modules and Components: Sale of thermal imaging modules including uncooled long-wave series (Turing), cooled series (Photon), and short-wave series (Keen) for integration by other manufacturers

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Raythink Technology Co. designs, manufactures, and sells infrared thermal imaging cameras and supporting software for industrial, security, and scientific applications. Its product portfolio spans handheld and fixed thermography cameras, optical gas imaging (OGI) cameras for trace gas leak detection, multi-spectrum PTZ and panoramic security cameras, thermal detector modules (uncooled, cooled, and short-wave), eye-safe laser rangefinders, and cloud-based data platforms (TI Studio, VIS-3100, VIS-4100). The company sells primarily to enterprise customers via direct sales, regional partners, and international exhibitions.

Product overview

Raythink Technology Co. is a comprehensive thermal imaging solutions provider offering an integrated portfolio of intelligent photoelectric sensing products spanning industrial, security, gas detection, and specialized applications. The product portfolio includes: (1) Industrial Thermal Cameras - handheld (CX20 series, RG630 OGI, RT/RM/RS series), fixed (TN/AT series), and wireless (IX2 AIR) cameras for temperature measurement, gas leak detection, and inspection; (2) Security Thermal Cameras - panoramic (SilentW-U12), PTZ (PC4/5/6/8 series), fixed (FC series), speed dome (PD series), and explosion-proof (TE series) cameras for perimeter monitoring and fire prevention; (3) Thermal Modules - Turing (uncooled LWIR), Photon (cooled), Keen (SWIR) detectors; (4) Laser Rangefinders - P1535 series eye-safe laser; (5) Software - TI Studio (PC/Mobile), VIS3000 cloud platform, VIS-4100 patrol management, and NVR/VMS solutions. Products integrate AI capabilities including gas detection, fire point detection, target recognition, and super-resolution enhancement. Core platforms include the VIS cloud ecosystem for data centralization and multi-station management. The company serves industrial, security, power utilities, green energy, and inspection markets globally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VIS Series: Cloud-based platform software for thermal imaging data management and analysis
• TI Studio

Products and services

• RG630 Series OGI Handheld Camera AI-powered handheld optical gas imaging (OGI) camera for industrial gas leak detection with 15 mK high-sensitivity detector, embedded AI gas recognition for hundreds of gases, real-time concentration retrieval, and dynamic plume coloring; U.S. EPA Appendix K compliant and explosion-proof (Ex ic IIC T4 Gc) for hazardous environments.
• CX20 Series Handheld Thermal Camera Portable thermal camera series (CX20, CX20 Pro, CX20 Ultra) featuring AI super-resolution enhancing 256x192 detector to 512x384, 40 mK thermal sensitivity, temperature measurement up to 550°C, compact form factor, 18 W fast charging with 6-hour battery, and optional laser pointer/rangefinder on Pro and Ultra variants; supports mobile app and PC analysis platform.
• PC6 Series Dual-Spectrum PTZ Camera Medium-to-long-range dual-spectrum PTZ camera integrating infrared thermal imaging (up to 2 MP), HD visible light camera (up to 4 MP), and intelligent pan-tilt-zoom with fire point detection, tripwire/regional intrusion detection, centimeter-level GNSS positioning, TPM technology, and FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certification.
• RS1280 Flagship Thermal Camera High-performance 1280x1024 handheld thermal camera for scientific research and demanding industrial use, with VOx infrared detector (NETD as low as 25 mK), AI super-resolution to 2560x2048, 5.5-inch adjustable display, rotatable handle, and temperature range up to 2000°C.
• TN/AT Series Fixed Thermography Cameras Fixed-mount industrial thermography cameras including TN220 (256x192 cube, PoE), TN430/TN460 (384x288), TN460U (ultra-high temperature to 1500°C), AT31/AT61 (384x288/640x512 with motorized focus); all support Modbus, ONVIF, and MQTT protocols for integration with PLC and enterprise systems.
• TE464G1 Explosion-Proof Gas Imaging PTZ Camera High-performance dual-spectrum gas imaging PTZ camera with uncooled infrared detector (less than 20 mK thermal sensitivity), dual explosion-proof certifications (Ex d IIC T6 Gb / Ex tD A21 IP68 T80°C), 304/316L stainless steel body; detects methane, sulfur dioxide, Freon and other gases and supports Modbus TCP, ONVIF, GB28181 protocols.
• RT400 / RT630 Expert Thermal Camera Expert-level handheld thermal cameras (RT400 480x360, RT630 640x512; both 35 mK NETD) running Android OS, with trend analysis, area measurement, laser rangefinding, intelligent image stabilization, panoramic stitching, and support for up to 15-25 measurement points/lines/areas.
• EX10 Handheld Thermal Camera Portable thermal camera with 2.8-inch screen and 320x240 super-resolution imaging designed for home inspection use cases including air leakage testing, HVAC diagnostics, and water leak detection, targeting DIY enthusiasts and professional home inspectors.
• SilentW U/UM Series Infrared Panoramic Camera 360-degree infrared panoramic camera for wide-area security monitoring, capable of scanning the full perimeter in 2 seconds and tracking more than 200 simultaneous targets; supported by the VIS-4100 platform for unified multi-station management covering up to 2 km radius per station.
• PC4 / PC5 / PC8 Multi-Spectrum PTZ Camera Series Dual-spectrum and multi-spectrum PTZ cameras for security and perimeter monitoring: PC4 (dual-spectrum), PC5 (multi-spectrum), PC8 (triple-spectrum with laser illumination); support fire detection, long-range continuous zoom lenses, intelligent behavior analysis, and all-weather 24/7 monitoring.
• FC1 / FC2 / FC4 Series Thermal Fixed Camera Fixed-mount thermal cameras for perimeter protection and fire prevention: FC125T/FC225T/FC465T dual-spectrum bullet cameras and FC460T/FC460A thermal bullet cameras with 12 µm uncooled detectors, tripwire/intrusion detection, temperature measurement, and smoke/fire detection algorithms.
• PD2 / PD4 Series Thermal Speed Dome Camera Thermal speed dome cameras: PD225T (256x192 thermal, 5 MP visible, 20x zoom) and PD464T (640x512 thermal, 4 MP visible, 37x zoom); support 360° continuous rotation, temperature measurement from -20 to 550°C, fire point detection up to 3 km, and AI human/vehicle recognition.
• TE365 / TE464T1 Explosion-Proof Cameras Dual-spectrum explosion-proof security cameras for hazardous environments: TE365 bullet camera and TE464T1 PTZ camera with stainless steel construction, IP68 rating, and compliance with explosion-proof standards.
• Turing / Photon / Keen Thermal Detector Modules Thermal detector modules for OEM integration: Turing (uncooled long-wave series), Photon (cooled series), and Keen (short-wave series); core infrared detector components supplied to other manufacturers for integration into thermal imaging systems.
• P1535 / SR Series Eye-Safe Laser Rangefinder Eye-safe laser rangefinder modules (P1535 series and SR series) for distance measurement applications in perimeter security and industrial monitoring.
• RM Series Handheld Thermal Cameras Handheld thermal cameras (RM200A/F at 256x192 with 40 mK sensitivity; RM305/RM320 at 384x288 with 35 mK; RM600G/RM620 at 640x512 with 35 mK) for industrial temperature measurement up to 650°C, with IP54 rating, 2 m drop protection, and bundled professional analysis software.
• IX2 AIR Wireless Thermal Camera for Smart Devices Wireless thermal cameras (IX2 AIR, IX2 AIR Pro, IX2 AIR SE) that pair with smartphones via Wi-Fi/Bluetooth for electrical maintenance, equipment inspection, and HVAC leak detection; 256x192 resolution, 40 mK sensitivity, and up to 2 hours of battery life.
• RS600 Flagship Thermal Camera Flagship handheld thermal camera with high resolution and professional-grade temperature measurement capabilities for demanding industrial applications.
• VIS-3100 Cloud Platform Software Cloud-based data centralization platform for thermal camera networks that aggregates temperature data, thermal images, and alerts across multiple sites and supports EV battery safety monitoring and industrial facility management.
• VIS-4100 Platform Software Unified management platform for multi-station thermal monitoring networks, supporting management of multiple stations covering up to 2 km radius each with automated alarm linkages, PTZ tracking, and verifiable evidence capture for regulatory compliance audits.
• TI Studio Analysis Software (PC and Mobile) Thermal imaging analysis software available on PC and mobile devices, supporting real-time thermal analysis, panoramic stitching, video file analysis, and professional report generation across Raythink's camera products.

Quantifiable outcome

• Target detection down to 1.5 × 1.5 pixels
• +4 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

AI capability11 records

Feature7 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Axis Communications: Established network camera manufacturer with growing thermal imaging product line for perimeter security and critical infrastructure. Competes with Raythink in the security thermal PTZ and fixed camera segments but as part of a much broader networked video business.
• Hikvision: World's largest video surveillance equipment manufacturer. Overlaps with Raythink's security thermal camera line (PC, FC, PD series) as part of Hikvision's broader security portfolio, and is the parent of direct peer Hikmicro — but Hikvision's core business is visible-light surveillance, not thermal imaging.
• Dahua Technology: Global security and surveillance equipment manufacturer with thermal imaging offerings integrated into its broader video surveillance portfolio. Comparable thermal security camera categories but Dahua's thermal imaging is a smaller, non-core line within its wider security business.

Direct peers

• Guide Infrared: Chinese thermal imaging manufacturer producing cooled and uncooled infrared detectors, modules, and cameras for industrial, security, and night vision applications. Directly comparable vertically-integrated thermal imaging stack and overlapping customer base in security and industrial inspection.
• Seek Thermal: U.S.-based thermal imaging company focused on compact and smartphone-attached thermal cameras for industrial, building, and prosumer markets. Overlapping product categories with Raythink's IX2 AIR wireless and EX10 home inspection cameras.
• Testo: German measurement instrumentation company with a significant thermal imaging product line for industrial maintenance, HVAC, building inspection, and food/pharma applications. Comparable portable and fixed thermography camera offerings in adjacent verticals to Raythink.
• Hikmicro: Thermal imaging subsidiary of Hikvision focused exclusively on infrared products for industrial, security, and outdoor markets. Closest direct competitor to Raythink in product breadth (handheld, OGI, security PTZ, modules), pricing tier, and target customer segments.
• Teledyne FLIR: The dominant global thermal imaging camera manufacturer for industrial, security, defense, and government markets. Directly comparable product portfolio (handheld, fixed, PTZ thermal cameras) and overlapping end-markets, with significantly larger scale, deeper defense relationships, and broader installed base than Raythink.
• Optris: German specialist in infrared thermography for industrial process monitoring, quality control, and predictive maintenance. Comparable fixed and handheld thermography camera portfolio targeting similar industrial manufacturing and OEM integration customers.
• Infrared Cameras Inc: U.S. thermal imaging manufacturer serving industrial, medical, security, and research markets with handheld and fixed infrared cameras. Comparable product positioning in industrial thermography and custom infrared solutions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance10 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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