[RE-wrenches] Thermal imaging

[Bill Hoffer]

Andrew
I highly recommend any of the fluke E series.  Better resolution and you
can get accurate temperature measurements at a safe distance from live
circuits.  IMHO , any lower model, you will wish you could do more!  I also
recommend Solar Energy International's Advanced tools lab, a week of hands
on working with field thermal cameras ,curve tracers, ground continuity and
insulation resistance testers before you buy!  Wish I had done that before
I invested in my advanced diagnostic toys....oops I means tools!
Bill

Bill
On Jun 11, 2013 6:47 PM, "Andrew Truitt" <atruitt at gmail.com> wrote:

> Wrenches - I am considering the purchase of a thermal imaging camera for
> PV system commissioning applications.  Prices seem to range from $1,000 to
> $10,000+.  Primary manufacturers seem to be Fluke and Flir, with Extech,
> Ideal and Milwaukee offering a few products as well.  It seems to me that
> the key factors to consider are temperature range, thermal sensitivity,
> screen resolution, screen size, battery life, type of image capture and
> price.  Does anyone have experience with using thermal imaging to identify
> temperature irregularities in modules and/or electrical equipment?  What
> temperature range, thermal sensitivity, and screen resolution is needed for
> both/either of these tasks?  What have been the key factors/specifications
> in terms of ergonomics and functionality?  Any preferences in terms of
> manufacturer?
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