The FLIR E5 Thermal Imaging Camera is a useful tool for professionals working across a range of sectors including the electrical, mechanical and construction industries. It has an IR sensor with a thermal resolution of 160 x 120 pixels and a temperature measurement range of -20˚C to 400˚C. Readings are accurate to ±2˚C and it has a thermal sensitivity of 100mK, thus showing small temperature differences on screen.
The 3” colour display shows thermal images in black and white, iron and rainbow palettes. It has a 45˚ x 34˚ field of view and provides clear, focus-free imaging with a 9Hz image refresh rate. Centre spot measurement and area min/max measurement are available and Isotherm alarms can also be set whilst an inbuilt emissivity table allows the user to adjust measurement for surface type.
An integrated 640 x 480 pixel digital camera allows the user to see visual pictures alongside thermographs and enables FLIR’s patented MSX® image enhancement technology which adds extra detail to thermal images using the digital camera. Other display options include picture-in-picture and thermal blending.
Uses
- A popular use of these Thermal Cameras is to check for energy efficiency in the home. By looking at the thermal image of a home, you can see where heat is escaping and make the necessary changes to improve the home's energy efficiency. This can help you save money on your energy bills and make your home more comfortable.
- Detect electrical problems before they cause fires or other damage. This is particularly important in industrial settings where electrical equipment is often subject to heavy use and may be at risk of overheating or other failures.
- Monitor temperatures in different areas, such as factories or warehouses. This can help customers identify hotspots or areas that may be at risk of overheating, allowing them to take action to prevent damage or downtime.
- A thermal imaging survey of an underfloor heating system involves capturing thermal images of the floor with the heating system on to identify the location and route of the subsurface pipes by way of a temperature difference on the surface of the floor and so spots leaks without pulling up the entire floor.
- Thermal imagers are an increasingly popular, non-intrusive solution for finding pests and furry friends in walls, attics and other hidden places.
