FAQ’s

Here are some frequently asked questions regarding infrared scanning.


Q:Can an infrared inspection be performed while production is running?
A: All the thermographic inspections are conducted while systems are running under load; therefore, no downtime is necessary to conduct the survey.
Q:How accurate is an infrared electrical inspection?
A: A thermographic survey provides positive identification of problem locations, thus maintenance can be performed on facts rather than guesswork.
Q:What do we use when we inspect your electrical equipment?
A:Our newest thermographic imager is the Mikron 7200.

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PERFORMANCE

Temperature Range: Range 1: -40°C to 120°C
Range 2: 0°C to 500°C
Range 3: 200°C to 2000°C (Optional)
Measurement Accuracy: ±2% or 2°C of reading
Field of View: 29°(H) x 22°(V)
Focus Range: 30 cm to infinity
Instantaneous FOV / Spatial Resolution: 1.58 mrad
Image Update Rate: 30 Hz/60Hz (selectable)
Sensitivity / NETD: 0.06°C @ 30°C
Detector: 320 x 240 UFPA VOX Microbolometer
Spectral Band: 8.0 to 14.0 µm
Atmospheric Transmission Correction: Input correction by outside temperature, humidity,and measuring distance
Emissivity Setting: Auto based on operator input
Alarm: Upper or Lower
Image Freeze:: Provided
Q:What are the costs of infrared electrical inspections?
A: All inspections are based on a daily rate. Depending on the location, a minimum of travel expenses may be included in the price. The cost of unexpected downtime and the associated costs can be significantly reduced by scheduling periodic surveys.
Q:How safe are infrared electrical inspections?
A:Thermographic surveys are non-contact and nondestructive, thus representing a safe and reliable method to survey high-voltage equipment.
Q:Where are we located at?
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INFRARED INSPECTION SERVICES