Eurosatory 2026: LYNRED Unveils DRACO MW SL Infrared Detector Optimized for Ground Surveillance and Counter-Drone Systems
French infrared sensor specialist LYNRED has announced the DRACO MW SL, a new cooled infrared detector ahead of Eurosatory 2026. Featuring SXGA resolution, a 7.5µm pixel pitch, and an operating temperature of 130 Kelvin, the detector leverages T2SL technology to deliver high sensitivity and compact integration for demanding defense applications including counter-drone and ground surveillance missions.
Highlights
- LYNRED announced the DRACO MW SL cooled infrared detector ahead of Eurosatory 2026, targeting counter-drone and ground surveillance defense applications.
- The DRACO MW SL offers SXGA resolution and a 7.5µm pixel pitch — an image quality upgrade over the previously released ARGO SL detector from April of last year.
- Built on T2SL (Type-II Superlattice) technology, the detector operates at 130 Kelvin, enabling optimized SWAP performance without compromising detection range.
- SXGA resolution enhances DRI (Detection, Recognition, and Identification) performance and widens the field of view, which LYNRED identifies as critical for counter-UAS operations monitoring simultaneous ground and air threats.
- The DRACO MW SL integrates with LYNRED's PlugUp™ platform, which standardizes interfaces via a split linear cooler to streamline OEM integration and shorten time-to-market.
Eurosatory 2026: LYNRED Unveils DRACO MW SL Infrared Detector Optimized for Ground Surveillance and Counter-Drone Systems
French infrared sensor specialist LYNRED has announced the launch of its new cooled infrared detector, the DRACO MW SL, designed for next-generation defense and surveillance systems.
Same Stability as ARGO SL, Significant Resolution Upgrade
According to LYNRED's official press release, the DRACO MW SL delivers the same image stability and spectral bandwidth as the ARGO SL detector — unveiled in April of last year — while introducing SXGA high resolution and a 7.5µm pixel pitch, representing a major leap forward in image quality.
Advanced T2SL Technology with Optimized SWAP Performance
The detector is built on LYNRED's advanced T2SL (Type-II Superlattice) technology and operates at 130 Kelvin, enabling optimized size, weight, and power (SWAP) performance without compromising image quality or detection range. The DRACO MW SL combines high sensitivity, extended service life, and a compact integration profile — delivering high-performance defense capabilities within a single architecture.
PlugUp™ Platform Accelerates System Integration
The DRACO MW SL is also integrated into LYNRED's PlugUp™ platform, which standardizes interfaces and streamlines the integration process for cooled detectors. By employing a split linear cooler, the platform significantly simplifies OEM camera integration, shortens time-to-market, and improves overall system reliability.
SXGA Resolution Boosts DRI Performance — Critical for Counter-Drone Operations
The adoption of SXGA resolution substantially improves Detection, Recognition, and Identification (DRI) performance while providing a wider field of view. LYNRED specifically noted: "This characteristic is particularly valuable for counter-drone operations — counter-UAS systems must simultaneously monitor ground and airborne threats across large observation areas."
For more information, visit: www.lynred.com
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