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What is Infrared Thermal Imaging?
Infrared thermal imaging, often known as thermography, is the process of using a thermal camera to measure temperature fluctuations. Heat gives off infrared light, which is on the part of the electromagnetic spectrum that isn’t visible to the naked eye.
A Home Inspector using a Thermal camera will take pictures of heat in the same way a normal camera takes a photo of light. By converting infrared (IR) radiation (heat) into easily decipherable images, inspectors can assess the distribution of temperature on a surface.
Solid barriers such as walls, roof beams, and bulky furniture have no effect on the results of thermal cameras since they disregard the visible light portion of the spectrum.
The results appear as colors. Generally, objects that are lighter in color are warmer, while darker objects are cooler:
What Will Infrared Thermal Imaging Detect?
Non-destructive testing (NDT) with infrared thermography is a powerful method in residential home inspections in Michigan. It’s ideal for inspecting and troubleshooting a variety of building issues, including electrical equipment, roof leaks, moisture incursion, mechanical systems, and energy loss. Anomalies can be detected without the need to knock down walls, puncture ceilings, or put holes in roofs. An inspection can:
Thermal Infrared Electrical Inspection Services
Thermal infrared electrical imaging is perfect for inspecting electrical systems because it is fast, non-invasive, non-destructive, and non-contact.
Regular infrared electrical inspection can check panels, switches, disconnects, motors, bus ducts,
How Does an Infrared Electrical Inspection Work?
An infrared electrical scan will detect temperature anomalies invisible to the naked eye, picking up problems that can be missed through a purely visual inspection. When equipment is under normal loads, but components show different temperatures, this can indicate an anomaly.
Because of the dangers of arc flash, which can occur when voltage exceeds 480 V, only qualified people should open and seal equipment to take readings. In certain situations, infrared windows can be placed on hard-to-reach or dangerous equipment that requires frequent infrared scans.
Why Perform an Infrared Electrical Survey?
Infrared scans can minimize damage, address and correct safety hazards.
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