FLIR E5 Thermal Imaging Camera

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The FLIR E5 thermal imaging camera is a powerful, easy-to-use tool that provides accurate thermal data to help professionals detect hidden problems quickly. Whether you’re working in building diagnostics, electrical inspections, or mechanical troubleshooting, the FLIR E5 delivers high-quality thermal images and essential data. Below is a detailed breakdown of the key specifications that make the FLIR E5 an industry-standard tool, along with an explanation of why each is important.

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Full Product Specifications and Why They Matter:  

Thermal Resolution: 160 x 120 (19,200 Pixels)

• Why It’s Important: High resolution ensures that thermal images are sharp and detailed, allowing for more precise analysis. This resolution is critical for identifying smaller anomalies, such as hot spots on electrical components or air leaks in building envelopes.

Temperature Measurement Range: -20°C to 250°C (-4°F to 482°F)

• Why It’s Important: This wide range covers many common inspection scenarios, from detecting cold spots in building insulation to identifying overheating electrical equipment. It’s versatile enough for multiple industries, ensuring the tool can handle everything from low-temperature condensation detection to high-temperature machinery checks.

Accuracy: ±2°C or ±2%

• Why It’s Important: High accuracy is essential for reliable diagnostics, particularly in applications where small temperature differences can signal major issues, such as electrical systems, HVAC components, or mechanical equipment.

Image Frequency (Refresh Rate): 9 Hz

• Why It’s Important: A 9 Hz refresh rate ensures smooth thermal imaging in real-time, which is critical when inspecting moving components like motors or conveyor belts. This allows for dynamic monitoring, ensuring that any changes in temperature are captured effectively.

Focus Mode: Fixed Focus

• Why It’s Important: The fixed-focus design makes the FLIR E5 simple to use and quick to deploy, particularly in fast-paced or time-sensitive environments. It reduces the need for manual adjustments, allowing you to focus on capturing data.

Field of View (FOV): 45° x 34°

• Why It’s Important: A wide field of view allows the FLIR E5 to capture larger areas in a single image. This is especially useful when scanning broad surfaces such as roofs, walls, or electrical switchboards, reducing the time needed to inspect large areas.

Thermal Sensitivity (NETD): <0.10°C (100 mK)

• Why It’s Important: High sensitivity allows the FLIR E5 to detect even the smallest temperature differences, which is crucial in applications like building envelope assessments or energy audits where even minor leaks can lead to major inefficiencies.

Emissivity Settings: Adjustable from 0.1 to 1.0

• Why It’s Important: Adjustable emissivity settings allow the camera to accurately measure different surface materials, from shiny metals to matte building materials, ensuring precise temperature readings across a variety of surfaces.

Image Modes: Thermal, Visual, MSX®

• Why It’s Important: The ability to switch between thermal, visual, and MSX® modes allows for versatile inspection workflows. MSX® technology enhances thermal images by adding key details from visible light images, providing clearer context and making thermal anomalies easier to pinpoint.

Wi-Fi Connectivity: Yes

• Why It’s Important: Wireless connectivity allows you to quickly transfer thermal images and reports to other devices for analysis, sharing, or documentation. This is particularly useful for team-based projects where quick collaboration is essential.

Storage: 4GB Internal Memory

• Why It’s Important: The large internal memory can store thousands of thermal images, ensuring you have enough space for extensive inspections without worrying about running out of storage.

Image File Format: Radiometric JPG

• Why It’s Important: Radiometric JPG files retain temperature data in every pixel, allowing you to analyze images in detail later using FLIR’s software. This makes post-inspection analysis more precise and comprehensive.

Dimensions: 244 x 95 x 140 mm

• Why It’s Important: The compact size makes the FLIR E5 easy to handle, especially in tight or awkward spaces, such as electrical rooms or mechanical workshops.

Weight: 0.575 kg (1.27 lbs)

• Why It’s Important: The lightweight design enhances portability, making it ideal for long inspection jobs where comfort and ease of use are important.

Drop-Test Durability: Tested to 2m (6.6 ft)

• Why It’s Important: This durability means the FLIR E5 can withstand rough handling on the job site, reducing downtime and repair costs from accidental drops or impacts.

Battery Life: 4 hours

• Why It’s Important: A long battery life ensures the FLIR E5 can be used for extended periods without needing frequent recharging, allowing you to complete thorough inspections without interruptions.

Operating Temperature: -15°C to 50°C (5°F to 122°F)

• Why It’s Important: This broad operating temperature range means the camera can be used in a variety of environments, from freezing cold storage facilities to hot industrial plants.

Why These Specifications Matter:

Each of these features ensures the FLIR E5 delivers the performance and reliability needed for professional applications across a wide range of industries. Whether you’re diagnosing electrical systems, inspecting HVAC units, or assessing building insulation, these specifications ensure that you get precise, reliable, and actionable thermal data. The combination of high-resolution imaging, wide temperature range, and advanced MSX® technology makes the FLIR E5 a versatile and powerful tool for any professional.

Ideal Applications for the FLIR E5:

• Building Inspections: Locate air leaks, moisture intrusion, and insulation gaps in walls, roofs, and windows.
• Electrical System Diagnostics: Identify overheating circuit breakers, transformers, and phase imbalances in electrical systems.
• HVAC System Inspections: Detect refrigerant leaks, blocked ducts, and heat exchanger inefficiencies in heating, ventilation, and cooling systems.
• Mechanical Maintenance: Identify failing bearings, misaligned motors, and excessive friction in moving machinery.
• Energy Audits: Evaluate a building’s energy efficiency by identifying areas of heat loss or air leaks.

Why Hire the FLIR E5?

Renting the FLIR E5 gives you access to advanced thermal imaging technology without the financial commitment of purchasing the device. It’s an ideal option for those with periodic or one-off projects. Plus, we offer free training and technical support to ensure you get the most from your hire, no matter the application.

Contact us today to book your hire and start using the FLIR E5 for your next inspection or diagnostic project!