The human eye is capable of many things, but seeing heat or cold is not possible. Anyone who wants to see the invisible radiation of infrared will have to use a thermal imaging camera. The thermal imaging camera is a tool that allows users to visually visualize temperature.
The reason that the human eye cannot perceive thermal images has to do with the wavelength at which temperature travels. It is possible to pick up this wavelength with a thermal imaging camera.
The detector in the thermal imaging camera converts the infrared radiation into an electrical signal. Thanks to this signal, you will see a thermal display on the display.
Different applications of a thermal imaging camera
Thermal imaging cameras in the construction sector
In a home, the thermal imaging camera is the first tool to detect errors in the construction. Because construction defects are associated with a difference in temperature, detecting them is child's play with a thermal imaging camera.
Thermal imaging camera to make your home more sustainable and insulate
Thermal imaging cameras are also widely used when making a home more sustainable. By pointing the camera at an object you can quickly see whether there are temperature differences. This way you can see where cold is flowing, and you can take targeted action to better insulate the home
Thermal imaging camera in security
Thermal imaging cameras are also used to protect objects. Thanks to the thermal display, it is easy to distinguish between people, animals or vehicles. The camera is able to detect objects in almost all weather conditions.
Buy a thermal imaging camera from Elektor
Elektor has two versions available with the PeakTech Thermal Imaging Camera. The PeakTech 5620 Thermal Imaging Camera is the most comprehensive and accurate camera. This is therefore suitable for industrial application.
The PeakTech 5615 Thermal Imaging Camera offers an excellent thermal imaging camera at a lower price, but this version has to make do with lower specifications and lacks Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.