Thermal imager with data logging

The HotShot thermal imaging cameras from Electrophysics Corp have an in-built PDA type touch screen and Qwerty keyboard for data entry and data logging functions.

Users can enter descriptive image file names, asset locations and inspection comments using the QWERTY keyboard and record equipment type, diagnosis, repair recommendations and severity codes via pull-down menus on the data entry screen. Capturing image and inspection information on-site in-camera is more reliable, accurate and efficient than traditional methods such as error-prone and inefficient handwritten notes.

The HotShot thermal imagers also introduce the concept of route-based inspections to thermal imaging inspections. By prompting users on which inspection to carry out next, the route-based method is the most effective and accountable way of managing repetitive inspections of critical assets. Routes can also be learned by the camera to provide a survey report, a management tool that ensures the repeatability of future inspections. The route-based method also makes it easier to manage asset histories and look for trend-able anomalies.

HotShots feature a temperature range up to 500°C, a high quality 160 x 120 microbolometer infrared image sensor with sophisticated pixel interpolation that increases display resolution to 240 x 180, in-built visible light camera, motorised focus, 2x digital zoom, six palettes, optional 3x telephoto and a wide-angle lens and a comprehensive set of measurement tools including up to five spot meters, area and profile.

ReportIR Automatic Report Generation software automatically generates reports, whether 5 pages or 105 pages in less than 3 mins. All the data in the report comes from the image file, which the user generates on-site in-camera using the camera's QWERTY keyboard and data entry features, eliminating double entry back in the office.