Heat often serves as an initial indicator of equipment damage or operational issues, underscoring its significance in preventive maintenance programs. Regularly employing thermal imaging for preventive maintenance to assess the temperature of vital equipment enables ongoing monitoring of operational status and the prompt detection of atypical temperature readings.
By closely monitoring equipment performance and adhering to well-planned maintenance schedules, these facilities mitigate the chances of unforeseen downtime resulting from equipment issues. This approach also leads to reduced expenditures on reactive maintenance and equipment repairs while extending the operational lifespan of their machinery assets.
Thermal cameras are typically the initial choice for technicians when considering tools for their preventive maintenance program. They can efficiently assess and compare heat signatures for all the equipment along the inspection route without causing any disruptions to ongoing operations.
Let's go in-depth on our Acision Thermal Cameras: -
Acision PTC7300
Crafted for ease of use while on the move, the Acision PTC7300 is a compact and portable thermal camera. It offers three unique level/span modes – manual, auto, and 1-tap – that improve image contrast and accelerate fault detection, empowering users to identify issues with enhanced swiftness and precision. This thermal camera boasts an impressive thermal resolution of 256x192 pixels, with an NETD (Noise Equivalent Temperature Difference) of less than 40 mK, ensuring ultra-high resolution and accurate temperature measurements.
Acision HTC7630
Your reliable partner in detecting the unseen with unparalleled accuracy. Allow us to introduce the Acision Thermal Camera HTC7630, featuring a high-sensitivity infrared detector and an advanced sensor capable of swiftly detecting temperature variations and delivering real-time temperature data. With an impressive thermal resolution of 384 x 288 (110,592 pixels), this camera excels in providing exceptionally clear thermal images, all while maintaining an impressive NETD of under 35mK at 25°C. The HTC7630 is your dependable companion for accurate temperature monitoring and top-notch thermal imaging.
In what ways does a thermal camera assist in the early detection of electrical problems?
The crucial element in utilizing thermal cameras for electrical system inspections is the precision of temperature measurement and the process of comparison. Comparisons alone offer initial indicators of areas requiring more in-depth inspection, while measurements empower users to gauge the seriousness of identified issues. To assess severity, users often compare measurements from the component under examination with those from a similar component operating under identical load conditions.
Another common metric involves measuring temperature elevation above the ambient temperature. To ensure accuracy in these measurements, it's crucial to set and consider key parameters such as emissivity (reflectivity of the surface), background temperature, and distance. In cases where you are inspecting connections through an IR Window, you will also need to factor in window transmission.
