- Video Borescope
- Borescope Spec Finder
- Probe of Borescope
- Stereo Microscope
- Biological Microscope
- Metallurgical Microscope
- Fluorescence Microscope
- Polarization Microscope
- Digital Microscope
- Multi-viewing Microscope
- Comparison Microscope
- Electronic Eyepieces
- Illumination
- Protable Microscope
- Magnifying Fluorescent
- Accessories of Microscope
- 5" HD IPS LCD Monitor
- Wear-resistant Tungsten Braided Probe
- 360° full swing articulation probe. Max 180° on each side.
- Camera Pixels 1,000,000
- Snapshot & Video Recording
- Super Bright 50000 Lux LED brightness adjustment
- Detachable Probe & Display
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Features
90°/120°/140° Broad vision Different Diameter of Probe for option
Different Diameter of Probe for option
Rich Options
2MM-6MM RICH PIPELINE CONFIGURATION
LENS COVER
STRAIGHT SIDE VIEW LENS1.8mm Forward View
2.4mm Forward View
2.8mm Forward View
3.9 Forward View or Side View
6.0mm Forward View
6.0 Side View
6.0mm Forward&Side Dual View
1 Mega Pixels camera Rear LED illumination 360° Articulation
High Resolution Screen 5"
Optional Dual cameras
1024*768, 5.0”HD LCD, Dual cameras
Five layers of Tungsten-braided Probe
High density braid outer layer, Flexible polyurethane inner layer, EPDM erosion resistant tubes,Compressive steel ring,Guide steel wire
IP67 Water Proof Design
Measuring Scale on Display
High Image Quality & Features
High image Quality & Features,HD 1,000,000 PIXEL,High Brightness LED,Long Depth of Field,Highly True Colors,Overexposure Restrain
Key Description
on/off screen freeze,Photovideo,Upflip,Brightness adjustmentdelete,Returnplayback,Downzoom,MenuconfirmHandy Detachable Probe,Display, and BatteryScenario application,industrial testing,Aerospace,Pipe welding,Power detection,Rail transit,
New 6" HD Display is Available for Option. (CK6 Series)
CK6 Series
Detachable design.
All Probes are Interchangeable for both CK5 5" Display & CK6 6" Display.Sunshade Display. Anti Reflection.
Support 1pc to 4pcs 18650 type batteries.
Working Time >8 Hours
CK5 vs CK6 Display Comparison Model CK5 CK6 Display 5" 6" HD Screen Pixel 1024*768 1920*1080 Sunshade Display No Yes Battery Fix Support 1pc to 4pcs 18650 type battery Working Time ≥ 4 Hours ≥ 8 Hours Probe Same Probes, Interchangeable
CK-IR series ULTRA FAR HD INFRARED RECORD ENDOSCOPE
CK-IR Series Different Diameter of Probe for option
3.9mm & 6mm Front View - InfraRed
3.9mm & 6mm Front View - InfraRed & White LED - Dual-light Switch
6mm Dual view - InfraRed & White LED - Dual-light Switch
* Above Red Light Graphic is Actually Invisible Infrared Light.
Standard accessories : tripod,Rugged tool box,USB Cable,Charger,TF card,Card reader,Battery(for optional)
Shock Proof ABS Portable Case - Black Color Console for option
CK series videoscopes are widely used in many fields, such as automotive manufacturing, car aftermarket, police security checking, aviation and aerospace area, special inspection institute, pharmaceutical machinery, non-destructive testing explosion-proof detection, ect.
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Series CK5-18 CK5-24 CK5-28 CK5-39 CK5-60 Probe Diameter(mm) 1.8mm 2.4mm 2.8mm 3.9mm 6.0mm Viewing Direction 0° Front View Camera Pixels 160,000 1,000,000 D.O.F. 3-70mm 8-150mm
(35mm-infinity for option)12-200mm
(35mm-infinity for option)F.O.V. 120° Image Resolution 640*480 / 960*720 / 1280*720 Video Resolution 640*480 / 960*720 / 1280*720 Articulation 2-WAY Articulation 360° Joystick-control Articulation Light Source Rear-mounted LED + Optic fiber Front LED Illuminance 8000 Lx 15000 Lx 8000 Lx 14000 Lx 1~8 levels adjustable light Probe Material 5 Layers of Tungsten-braided insert probe. Extreme resistance to impact and wearing. Probe Length 0.5m / 1m 1m / 2m 1m / 2m / 3m 1m / 2m / 3m / 4m / 5m 1m / 2m / 3m / 4m / 5m / 6m / 7m / 8m/ 10m Bending Angle 160° 180° / 160° 180° / 180°/ 120° 180° / 180°/ 130°/ 120°/ 100° 180° / 180°/ 130°/ 120°/ 100°/ 90°/ 90°/ 80°/ 70° Waterproof Probe / Camera: IP67 Display 5" color IPS display. All sight viewing angle
( 6" color IPS display. All sight viewing angle for Option )Display Resolution CK5: 1024*768
CK6: 1920*1080 for OptionZoom In Digital zoom 5X Language Chinese (simplified), French, English, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese Software Function Freezing, zooming, photographing, flipping, video playback and analog ruler functions White Balance Auto white balance/manual Structure Handheld, integrated design Image / Video Format JPG / MP4 Data Port HDMI video output Storage Temperature -20℃~60℃ Working Temperature -10℃~80℃, low temperature without preheating (Can withstand 100℃ for 30 minutes) Working Time CK5: ≥4h
CK6: ≥8h for OptionBattery Capacity 5V, 3400mAh (Detachable 18650 lithium-ion rechargeable type) Power Charge DC5V, 1A Videoscope Weight & Size CK5 1Kg, Size: 350*155*59mm
CK6 1Kg, Size: 375*175*78mmCompatibility Interchangeable monitor and tube with different diameters Portable Case ABS airtight shock-proof portable case, size: 46*40*19cm Carton Size Export outer carton size: 49*41*20cm, GW : 5Kgs (Standard Series) Standard Accessory tripod,Rugged tool box,USB Cable,Charger,TF card(32G),Card reader,Battery(for optional) Side View Camera Non Available for option(Light: Rear-mounted LED+Optic fiber ) Dual-view Camera Non Available for option
(Light: Rear-mounted LED+Optic fiber)Option IR 940nm Light / IR 940nm & White LED dual-light.
WIFI To Smartphone (for Android) / 6"HD Screen (1920x1080) -
CK5 Series (Interchangeable Display & Probe)
Model Display Tip Dia. Length Articulation Camera Res. LED Light CK5-18002 5" Ø1.8mm 0.5M 2Way 160000 Pixels 8000Lx CK5-18012 5" Ø1.8mm 1M 2Way 160000 Pixels 8000Lx CK5-24014 5" Ø2.4mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK5-24024 5" Ø2.4mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK5-28014 5" Ø2.8mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK5-28024 5" Ø2.8mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK5-28034 5" Ø2.8mm 3M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK5-39014 5" Ø3.9mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK5-39024 5" Ø3.9mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK5-39034 5" Ø3.9mm 3M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK5-39044 5" Ø3.9mm 4M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK5-39054 5" Ø3.9mm 5M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK5-60014 5" Ø6.0mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60024 5" Ø6.0mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60034 5" Ø6.0mm 3M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60044 5" Ø6.0mm 4M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60054 5" Ø6.0mm 5M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60064 5" Ø6.0mm 6M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60074 5" Ø6.0mm 7M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60084 5" Ø6.0mm 8M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60104 5" Ø6.0mm 10M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6 Series (Interchangeable Display & Probe)
Model Display Tip Dia. Length Articulation Camera Res. LED Light CK6-18002 6" Ø1.8mm 0.5M 2Way 160000 Pixels 8000Lx CK6-18012 6" Ø1.8mm 1M 2Way 160000 Pixels 8000Lx CK6-24014 6" Ø2.4mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK6-24024 6" Ø2.4mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK6-28014 6" Ø2.8mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK6-28024 6" Ø2.8mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK6-28034 6" Ø2.8mm 3M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK6-39014 6" Ø3.9mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK6-39024 6" Ø3.9mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK6-39034 6" Ø3.9mm 3M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK6-39044 6" Ø3.9mm 4M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK6-39054 6" Ø3.9mm 5M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK6-60014 6" Ø6.0mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60024 6" Ø6.0mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60034 6" Ø6.0mm 3M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60044 6" Ø6.0mm 4M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60054 6" Ø6.0mm 5M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60064 6" Ø6.0mm 6M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60074 6" Ø6.0mm 7M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60084 6" Ø6.0mm 8M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60104 6" Ø6.0mm 10M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx -
The Overview of The Application of Borescopes
There are all kinds of applications of borescopes which approximately include the inspection of aircraft, motors, electricity, industrial machinery, construction and pipeline/drain/sewer. And we will explain more in the following. First of all, in terms of the inspection of aircraft and airframe, borescopes have a role to play. It is because a regular inspection of turbine blades is extremely important to aircraft. To be more precise, maintaining the reliability of the aircraft gas turbine, repairing the wear of components, and examining the contaminated fluids and leaks are what the borescopes can do for us. Secondly, a borescope can also inspect motors, such as engine combustion chambers including some parts as follows, valves, cylinder heads, piston crowns, liners, and water pump weep holes. What’s more, borescopes can also inspect whether water pumps weep holes for coolant leaks and check fuel lines and tanks. Thirdly, borescopes can do more than that, and that is the inspection and maintenance of electricity. For example, the maintenance of nuclear power, water, wind, fire stations of pipelines/turbines and generators are the other applications of borescopes.
On top of that, borescopes can also be used in the inspection of industrial machinery to check the mechanical equipment and manufacturing equipment, surplus material inspection, big generators, heat exchanger. To be honest, the application of borescopes is a perpetual topic. Last but not least, borescopes are widely used in the inspection of construction and pipeline/drain / sewer. In terms of the inspection of construction, steel tubes can not only be used to examine corrosion and fouling, wall and another internal diagnosis, steel rust, bridge expansion joint cracking, etc. but also can be used for tunnel lumen, observation of building models. As for the inspection of pipeline/drain/sewer, borescopes can help check the corrosion and diagnose the blocking drains. Peculiarly, cracks, white spots, sand holes, pores, and slag on the surface of pipeline and welding seam can be checked through borescopes.
There many advantage that articulating video borescopes offer.
Most NDT applications have small, limited entrance that open into a much larger space. That is why having an articulating borescope is good for completing internal inspection without missing dead corner.
However, not all applications require articulation. Some inspection applications have narrow diameters through the whole internal chambers, leaving little to no room for articulation. The most common of these applications is a gun barrel inspection, where a straight probe would be a more capable tool (even cost effective tool) to finish the job.
When using remote video borescope to internal cracks, articulation is vital to guaranteeing that the full internal surface area is carefully examined.
Like riding a scooter without being able to swing your head right to left, to head down and check your speed meter, or up to mind traffic signs. That similarity is alike to using a non-articulating borescope to examine internal parts. Inspections done with non-articulating borescopes can lead to many details being ignored, some of which can cause unsafe or risk situations.
With advanced articulate inspection device like the CK-5 video borescope, full internal inspections are accomplished with efficiency and the sureness that comes with being able to check all angles of internal cracks. When CK-5 cameras do not have to be repeatedly manipulate with the purpose of complete inspections, NDT technicians can safe valuable working time.Articulating borescopes has an insertion tube of a videoscope usually consists of inside steel wires for 360° / 2-way direction control. On both ends of steel wires, there are securing parts to make both ends fixed. To achieve the flexibility as well as reliability, the bending section at the front end and the Steering knob/joystick at the back end are the most critical. By turning/moving the knob/joystick at the handle, it can drive the strands steel wires to move and thus drive the front bending articulation tip to flexibly swing.Below is common knowledge of these two types:
Non Articulation Borescope Articulation Borescope Insertion Tube Soft-metal or Semi-rigid Stainless Metal Braided / soft-metal (more wear-resistant) Assembly Process Easier More Complicated with multi production procedures Advantage Basic Inspection at lower price Articulation for better viewing angle. Can do more job in different working environment Disadvantage Limited viewing angle for inspection More expensive for new and repair
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Introduction
Features
90°/120°/140° Broad vision Different Diameter of Probe for option
Different Diameter of Probe for option
Rich Options
2MM-6MM RICH PIPELINE CONFIGURATION
LENS COVER
STRAIGHT SIDE VIEW LENS1.8mm Forward View
2.4mm Forward View
2.8mm Forward View
3.9 Forward View or Side View
6.0mm Forward View
6.0 Side View
6.0mm Forward&Side Dual View
1 Mega Pixels camera Rear LED illumination 360° Articulation
High Resolution Screen 5"
Optional Dual cameras
1024*768, 5.0”HD LCD, Dual cameras
Five layers of Tungsten-braided Probe
High density braid outer layer, Flexible polyurethane inner layer, EPDM erosion resistant tubes,Compressive steel ring,Guide steel wire
IP67 Water Proof Design
Measuring Scale on Display
High Image Quality & Features
High image Quality & Features,HD 1,000,000 PIXEL,High Brightness LED,Long Depth of Field,Highly True Colors,Overexposure Restrain
Key Description
on/off screen freeze,Photovideo,Upflip,Brightness adjustmentdelete,Returnplayback,Downzoom,MenuconfirmHandy Detachable Probe,Display, and BatteryScenario application,industrial testing,Aerospace,Pipe welding,Power detection,Rail transit,
New 6" HD Display is Available for Option. (CK6 Series)
CK6 Series
Detachable design.
All Probes are Interchangeable for both CK5 5" Display & CK6 6" Display.Sunshade Display. Anti Reflection.
Support 1pc to 4pcs 18650 type batteries.
Working Time >8 Hours
CK5 vs CK6 Display Comparison Model CK5 CK6 Display 5" 6" HD Screen Pixel 1024*768 1920*1080 Sunshade Display No Yes Battery Fix Support 1pc to 4pcs 18650 type battery Working Time ≥ 4 Hours ≥ 8 Hours Probe Same Probes, Interchangeable
CK-IR series ULTRA FAR HD INFRARED RECORD ENDOSCOPE
CK-IR Series Different Diameter of Probe for option
3.9mm & 6mm Front View - InfraRed
3.9mm & 6mm Front View - InfraRed & White LED - Dual-light Switch
6mm Dual view - InfraRed & White LED - Dual-light Switch
* Above Red Light Graphic is Actually Invisible Infrared Light.
Standard accessories : tripod,Rugged tool box,USB Cable,Charger,TF card,Card reader,Battery(for optional)
Shock Proof ABS Portable Case - Black Color Console for option
CK series videoscopes are widely used in many fields, such as automotive manufacturing, car aftermarket, police security checking, aviation and aerospace area, special inspection institute, pharmaceutical machinery, non-destructive testing explosion-proof detection, ect.
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Specification
Series CK5-18 CK5-24 CK5-28 CK5-39 CK5-60 Probe Diameter(mm) 1.8mm 2.4mm 2.8mm 3.9mm 6.0mm Viewing Direction 0° Front View Camera Pixels 160,000 1,000,000 D.O.F. 3-70mm 8-150mm
(35mm-infinity for option)12-200mm
(35mm-infinity for option)F.O.V. 120° Image Resolution 640*480 / 960*720 / 1280*720 Video Resolution 640*480 / 960*720 / 1280*720 Articulation 2-WAY Articulation 360° Joystick-control Articulation Light Source Rear-mounted LED + Optic fiber Front LED Illuminance 8000 Lx 15000 Lx 8000 Lx 14000 Lx 1~8 levels adjustable light Probe Material 5 Layers of Tungsten-braided insert probe. Extreme resistance to impact and wearing. Probe Length 0.5m / 1m 1m / 2m 1m / 2m / 3m 1m / 2m / 3m / 4m / 5m 1m / 2m / 3m / 4m / 5m / 6m / 7m / 8m/ 10m Bending Angle 160° 180° / 160° 180° / 180°/ 120° 180° / 180°/ 130°/ 120°/ 100° 180° / 180°/ 130°/ 120°/ 100°/ 90°/ 90°/ 80°/ 70° Waterproof Probe / Camera: IP67 Display 5" color IPS display. All sight viewing angle
( 6" color IPS display. All sight viewing angle for Option )Display Resolution CK5: 1024*768
CK6: 1920*1080 for OptionZoom In Digital zoom 5X Language Chinese (simplified), French, English, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese Software Function Freezing, zooming, photographing, flipping, video playback and analog ruler functions White Balance Auto white balance/manual Structure Handheld, integrated design Image / Video Format JPG / MP4 Data Port HDMI video output Storage Temperature -20℃~60℃ Working Temperature -10℃~80℃, low temperature without preheating (Can withstand 100℃ for 30 minutes) Working Time CK5: ≥4h
CK6: ≥8h for OptionBattery Capacity 5V, 3400mAh (Detachable 18650 lithium-ion rechargeable type) Power Charge DC5V, 1A Videoscope Weight & Size CK5 1Kg, Size: 350*155*59mm
CK6 1Kg, Size: 375*175*78mmCompatibility Interchangeable monitor and tube with different diameters Portable Case ABS airtight shock-proof portable case, size: 46*40*19cm Carton Size Export outer carton size: 49*41*20cm, GW : 5Kgs (Standard Series) Standard Accessory tripod,Rugged tool box,USB Cable,Charger,TF card(32G),Card reader,Battery(for optional) Side View Camera Non Available for option(Light: Rear-mounted LED+Optic fiber ) Dual-view Camera Non Available for option
(Light: Rear-mounted LED+Optic fiber)Option IR 940nm Light / IR 940nm & White LED dual-light.
WIFI To Smartphone (for Android) / 6"HD Screen (1920x1080) -
Model
CK5 Series (Interchangeable Display & Probe)
Model Display Tip Dia. Length Articulation Camera Res. LED Light CK5-18002 5" Ø1.8mm 0.5M 2Way 160000 Pixels 8000Lx CK5-18012 5" Ø1.8mm 1M 2Way 160000 Pixels 8000Lx CK5-24014 5" Ø2.4mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK5-24024 5" Ø2.4mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK5-28014 5" Ø2.8mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK5-28024 5" Ø2.8mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK5-28034 5" Ø2.8mm 3M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK5-39014 5" Ø3.9mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK5-39024 5" Ø3.9mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK5-39034 5" Ø3.9mm 3M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK5-39044 5" Ø3.9mm 4M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK5-39054 5" Ø3.9mm 5M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK5-60014 5" Ø6.0mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60024 5" Ø6.0mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60034 5" Ø6.0mm 3M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60044 5" Ø6.0mm 4M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60054 5" Ø6.0mm 5M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60064 5" Ø6.0mm 6M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60074 5" Ø6.0mm 7M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60084 5" Ø6.0mm 8M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK5-60104 5" Ø6.0mm 10M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6 Series (Interchangeable Display & Probe)
Model Display Tip Dia. Length Articulation Camera Res. LED Light CK6-18002 6" Ø1.8mm 0.5M 2Way 160000 Pixels 8000Lx CK6-18012 6" Ø1.8mm 1M 2Way 160000 Pixels 8000Lx CK6-24014 6" Ø2.4mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK6-24024 6" Ø2.4mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK6-28014 6" Ø2.8mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK6-28024 6" Ø2.8mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK6-28034 6" Ø2.8mm 3M 360˚(4Way) 160000 Pixels 15000Lx CK6-39014 6" Ø3.9mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK6-39024 6" Ø3.9mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK6-39034 6" Ø3.9mm 3M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK6-39044 6" Ø3.9mm 4M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK6-39054 6" Ø3.9mm 5M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 8000Lx CK6-60014 6" Ø6.0mm 1M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60024 6" Ø6.0mm 2M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60034 6" Ø6.0mm 3M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60044 6" Ø6.0mm 4M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60054 6" Ø6.0mm 5M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60064 6" Ø6.0mm 6M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60074 6" Ø6.0mm 7M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60084 6" Ø6.0mm 8M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx CK6-60104 6" Ø6.0mm 10M 360˚(4Way) 1MP 14000Lx -
Q&A
The Overview of The Application of Borescopes
There are all kinds of applications of borescopes which approximately include the inspection of aircraft, motors, electricity, industrial machinery, construction and pipeline/drain/sewer. And we will explain more in the following. First of all, in terms of the inspection of aircraft and airframe, borescopes have a role to play. It is because a regular inspection of turbine blades is extremely important to aircraft. To be more precise, maintaining the reliability of the aircraft gas turbine, repairing the wear of components, and examining the contaminated fluids and leaks are what the borescopes can do for us. Secondly, a borescope can also inspect motors, such as engine combustion chambers including some parts as follows, valves, cylinder heads, piston crowns, liners, and water pump weep holes. What’s more, borescopes can also inspect whether water pumps weep holes for coolant leaks and check fuel lines and tanks. Thirdly, borescopes can do more than that, and that is the inspection and maintenance of electricity. For example, the maintenance of nuclear power, water, wind, fire stations of pipelines/turbines and generators are the other applications of borescopes.
On top of that, borescopes can also be used in the inspection of industrial machinery to check the mechanical equipment and manufacturing equipment, surplus material inspection, big generators, heat exchanger. To be honest, the application of borescopes is a perpetual topic. Last but not least, borescopes are widely used in the inspection of construction and pipeline/drain / sewer. In terms of the inspection of construction, steel tubes can not only be used to examine corrosion and fouling, wall and another internal diagnosis, steel rust, bridge expansion joint cracking, etc. but also can be used for tunnel lumen, observation of building models. As for the inspection of pipeline/drain/sewer, borescopes can help check the corrosion and diagnose the blocking drains. Peculiarly, cracks, white spots, sand holes, pores, and slag on the surface of pipeline and welding seam can be checked through borescopes.
There many advantage that articulating video borescopes offer.
Most NDT applications have small, limited entrance that open into a much larger space. That is why having an articulating borescope is good for completing internal inspection without missing dead corner.
However, not all applications require articulation. Some inspection applications have narrow diameters through the whole internal chambers, leaving little to no room for articulation. The most common of these applications is a gun barrel inspection, where a straight probe would be a more capable tool (even cost effective tool) to finish the job.
When using remote video borescope to internal cracks, articulation is vital to guaranteeing that the full internal surface area is carefully examined.
Like riding a scooter without being able to swing your head right to left, to head down and check your speed meter, or up to mind traffic signs. That similarity is alike to using a non-articulating borescope to examine internal parts. Inspections done with non-articulating borescopes can lead to many details being ignored, some of which can cause unsafe or risk situations.
With advanced articulate inspection device like the CK-5 video borescope, full internal inspections are accomplished with efficiency and the sureness that comes with being able to check all angles of internal cracks. When CK-5 cameras do not have to be repeatedly manipulate with the purpose of complete inspections, NDT technicians can safe valuable working time.Articulating borescopes has an insertion tube of a videoscope usually consists of inside steel wires for 360° / 2-way direction control. On both ends of steel wires, there are securing parts to make both ends fixed. To achieve the flexibility as well as reliability, the bending section at the front end and the Steering knob/joystick at the back end are the most critical. By turning/moving the knob/joystick at the handle, it can drive the strands steel wires to move and thus drive the front bending articulation tip to flexibly swing.Below is common knowledge of these two types:
Non Articulation Borescope Articulation Borescope Insertion Tube Soft-metal or Semi-rigid Stainless Metal Braided / soft-metal (more wear-resistant) Assembly Process Easier More Complicated with multi production procedures Advantage Basic Inspection at lower price Articulation for better viewing angle. Can do more job in different working environment Disadvantage Limited viewing angle for inspection More expensive for new and repair