Specialist cameras

Inspection (supplied to the railway industry)

The SnakeCam is a remarkable high quality low cost inspection tool, which offers users a flexible solution to a variety of situations. The basic kit comprises a camera with inbuilt LED's, TFT-LCD hand-held display monitor and Rigid Wand Adaptor, with 90° swivel capability.

SnakeCam is a completely portable system, with a modular design offering multiple accessories to ensure its efficient and effective use within a multitude of testing conditions.

The equipment is completely autonomous allowing independent usage. It has the capability to record direct to a laptop or camcorder, (depending on which display monitor is used) to upload pictures, and add voice tags. The camera and accessories are waterproof to a depth of 30m (100 feet).

SnakeEye display unit

5 in. (12.7 cm) full colour TFT-LCD
320 x 234 colour pixels
Rotateable display
Anti Glare screen
Adjustable hand strap
Three (3) level camera light control low-med-high + off
Camera probe light control high/low
External power port
Video I/O port (composite)
Water resistant

Display with audo & visual recorder

Digital 5 in(12.7cm) color TFT LCD
640 x 480 color pixels
Adjustable hand strap
Three (3) level camera light control low-med-high + off
SD card port
jpg. image capture
wav. audio capture
USB2 port
A/C power port (for optional externally continuous power)
Video I/O port
IP68 certified

General search LED Camera

CCD Camera, 1.2 in. (3cm) diameter
Sensitivity 10n lux
Resolution 512x492
Field of view 46°
4 white light LED’s
Waterproof to 100 ft. (30m)

General

System Weight less than 3 lb. (1.4kg.)
Video input /output NTSC, colour PAL, B/W

System operating temp

-32°F to 122°F(0°C to + 50°C)

Power requirements

Battery

Up to 45 min continuous operation by each of 2 x 6v NIMH rechargeable batteries.
Optional Belt pack, up to 6 hours operation.
Fast Battery charger

Other power sources

AC/DC adapter
12v Automobile adapter

Thermal Imaging

PDS Instruments Limited offer a wide range of high spec Thermal Imaging cameras from which the following product is one example:

NEC AVIO Infrared Technologies have released their latest offering to their already vast range of Thermal Imaging Cameras. The "InfReC" Thermo GEAR G120 and G100 cameras offer the worlds first* Panoramic thermal image shooting function. In addition to this wide angle shot feature and a wide view angle of 32° x 24°, the G120/G100 features Parallel and Synthetic Image Fusion functions, a 10cm Macro shot mode and a built-in Image Processing Engine, whilst being equipped with an easy to use icon based GUI on a large 3.5" multi-angle display. Another world first* is the built-in Vibration Alarm function that notifies the user of abnormal temperatures by vibration.
With the above features and the standard laser pointer, LED lighting and optional lenses and temperature ranges, these cameras are ideal suited for all Predictive and Preventative Maintenance measurements.

The name "InfReC" is a word derived from InfraRed Camera and includes the meaning of a "device that captures (records) infrared data".

Worlds first Panoramic Thermal Image shooting function and Vibration Alarm function
Wide View angle 32° x 24°
Image Fusion function, Parallel or Synthetic Display
SD Card Real-time Direct Recording (G120 Only)
320 x 240 Pixel sensor
10cm Macro mode
A Large 3.5" display
1500°C Temperature Range (Option)
JPEG Image format for viewing of images on any PC**

Download full G120 & G100 specifications:

NEC-G120&G100

Other Thermal Imaging cameras avalable from the PDS Instruments range:

A complete range of options and accessories are available to suit individual applications.

UV Corona Detection

UV Corona cameras from Ofil Systems that detect, pinpoint and document corona, arcing, tracking and superficial partial discharge on high and medium voltage electrical lines, substations, generators, motors, distribution and more.
By using a UV Corona camera to carry out regular inspections on overhead power cables, substations, etc, it is possible to detect many faults early before they ultimately lead to unexpected timely failures.
Ofil's camera technology allows the visual detection of UV signals in full daylight and are suited for industrial, defence and laboratory applications, where these cameras can be used to study the partial discharge phenomena within a laboratory.
With models designed specifically for vehicle, Rail and Helicopter mounted systems, no matter where your test needs to be carried out, there is a camera available to suit your requirements.

PDS Instruments Limited can supply the following models:

Classic Download PDF Brochure..... classic

A Professional daylight UV corona and arcing camera, suited for high voltage applications within laboratories, research centres and workshops. Designed to be detect very faint UV emissions, with a high signal to background ratio, with a built-in UV events counter. Supplied with built-in powerful zoom optics (with optional lenses available), report software and built-in adjustable LCD display.

Superb Download PDF Brochure.... superb

Professional field portable daylight UV corona and arcing detection camera, specially designed to enhance and streamline maintenance tasks. Superb is a bi-spectral Solar Blind UV Visible imager, designed to detect faint UV emissions in full daylight. Features built-in video recording and storage, UV events camera, rapid optical zoom and digital zoom and supplied with Ofil's reporting and analyse software. This camera is the ideal choice for professional inspection teams.

UVolle Download PDF Brochure.... UVolle

UVolle is the lightest daylight corona camera, designed to be easily portable and on hand for use by distribution maintenance staff for the inspection, detection and capture of of nearby corona and arcing in full daylight. Findings are viewable on the built-in display and captured to removable memory. UVolle is the ideal addition to any electrical maintenance toolkit.

Rail Download PDF Brochure.... rail

Rail is the most reliable and sensitive corona and arcing detection camera, designed for special rail applications. Featuring a high signal to background ratio, high sensitive camera, mounted in a ruggedized shock resistant enclosure, allows this camera to be used at high speeds with no loss of video quality or signal events.

Ranger Download PDF Brochure.... ranger

The Ranger is a vehicle mounted UV camera solution for driven inspections of power cables. With easy operation of the Pan/Tilt features and monitoring of the video output from within the vehicle, makes Ranger an easy solution for ground monitoring of long lengths of over-head power cables. Ranger incorporates a high sensitivity UV corona camera, with built-in shock system for harsh terrain.

ROM Download PDF Brochure.... rom

Rom is the most sensitive airborne corona and arcing detection system in a gyro stabilized gimballed payload. Specially designed to provide a high resolution video output of remotely inspected objects, with a high signal to background ratio.
Rom features a 10" LCD display and built-in GPS, date/time and comments notation, whilst recording high resolution PAL/NTSC video.

Classic

Superb

Explosion Proof

Centurion XPG Series Explosion Proof Digital Camera

The Centurion XPG Series Explosion Proof Digital Camera, is designed for use in Zone 1 IIC T4 Explosive Areas. Featuring a high resolution sensor, the centurion can capture both high resolution still and movie images, allowing the user to quickly and easily document the scene within their explosive area.
Incorporating a strobe flash, the Centurion can always capture the required image even in low light and with the built-in Armoured LCD the acquired pictures and movies can be easily reviewed whilst at the scene, for later download to a PC via the built-in USB 2.0 interface.
The Centurion XPG is available in three versions: 512MB, 1GB and 2GB built-in storage capacities.

Bright 2.4" LCD Display
Up to 10MP JPEG Images and AVI Movie Resolution
Onboard memory for image storage
Armoured LCD Display
USB 2.0 interface for image retrieval
High intensity Flash for low lighting
Removable Rechargeable 1000mAH Battery Pack
Certified for Zone 1 IIC T4 Explosive Areas (Vapor) Atmospheres

A complete range of options and accessories are available to suit individual applications.

Download full specifications:

CenturionXPG

CenturionXPGaccessories

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