Three reasons why electricians should take advantage of thermal imaging equipment

The electrical sector is one of Australia’s most critical industries, with workers in this field dedicating their lives to improving the productivity and quality of life of families and businesses all across the country.

For electricians looking to stay ahead of the curve and continue delivering an unbeatable service to customers, it’s important to stay on top of technological developments and innovations that might improve your job performance.

Thermal imaging cameras are now more affordable and intuitive than ever before, and can offer a lot of advantages to electricians looking to invest in new tools and equipment.

With that in mind, here are three reasons why electricians should look to take advantage of thermal imaging cameras.

1. Perform preventative maintenance 

The best way to tackle any technical issue or electrical fault is by addressing the problem before it is allowed to cause any damage or disruption to service. By performing regular preventative maintenance, you can take care of problems before they are allowed to snowball into bigger issues.

However, in order to undertake preventative maintenance, you first need to be able to identify which components or devices are likely to malfunction or break further down the line. This is where thermal imaging comes in.

Thermal imaging equipment allows you to quickly and easily assess electrical components, pinpointing problem areas and performing the necessary repairs before they begin to put the productivity and safety of customers at risk.

2. Be safer on the job 

The nature of electrical work is that there will always be some element of risk. Electricity is a powerful force, and one wrong move when working in this field can cause serious injury or even death.

For that reason, any tool that can allow electricians to perform essential checks and assessments without coming into direct contact with live components or cabling should be viewed as highly valuable to the industry.

Thermographic cameras enable electricians to measure temperatures and performance of objects from a safe distance, thereby significantly reducing the chance that they will be shocked or otherwise injured.

3. Reduce damage to property

When performing electrical work, the less intrusive you can be, the better. If you can avoid creating holes or access points in walls or other equipment, then not only will you be more productive on the job, but your clients will thank you as well.

However, it is important to remember that testo thermal imagers can only measure surface temperatures and must have a line of sight to components. While damage can be avoided during testing, the thermal imager will not be able to tell you want is going on within the walls.

Overall though, this means you’ll be able to perform your essential duties faster and more efficiently, without causing unnecessary damage to your client’s property.

What thermographic tools are available? 

Testo stocks a wide range of specifically designed thermographic tools for the electrical industry, which are available in a variety of designs and at a range of price points.

The testo 870-1 Affordable Thermal Imager, for example, offers a large, 3.5 inch highly-visible display as well as intuitive operational design, making it the perfect solution for busy electricians on the go.

Alternatively, higher end models such as the testo 882 Professional Class TI offer advanced functionality and a more precise infrared images that caters for accurate, non-invasive readings on a variety of materials and components.

Testo can also provide all of your necessary thermal imaging components and accessories, including specialised casing and transportation units, to ensure your investment remains protected and in good working condition even when being transported across jobsites.

For more information about the range of testo thermal imaging tools available, contact testo today.