They can be a real time saver by guiding you on where to look for mositure. Later in the job they can indicate how the job is going and when everything is dry. It is not just a tool for isnpection but a tool for daily checking on the job. I am sure that is why even Richard's techs have the cameras.
If buying one fore the company, I would tsart with an E6 or E8 model. These are better for documentations, photos and clear indications of the potentail problems. The cheaper models can be for the techs if they eventual get cameras. Specs for several models below.
Multi-Spectral Dynamic Imaging (MSX) for easier interpretation of an image - adds visible spectrum definition to IR images by detecting the edges of objects and including that detail in the thermal image. Text becomes clearly visible so that you can read a label or identifier within the IR image. This exclusive function provides extraordinary thermal detail that instantly highlights and orients problem locations and eliminates the need to refer back to a visual image for detail.
- IR Resolution:
- FLIR E4 - 4,800 pixels (80 x 60)
- FLIR E5 - 10,800 pixels (120 x 90)
- FLIR E6 - 19,200 pixels (160 x 120)
- FLIR E8 - 76,800 pixels (320 x 240)
- Display: 3 color LCD
- On-board 640 x 480 Digital Camera
- Easy-to-use, weighs only 1.2lbs
- 2% accuracy
- File format: Radiometric JPG
- Swappable Li-ion Battery with 4 hour life
- Spot Measurement mode
- Simultaneous storage of IR/Visual/MSX images
- Picture in Picture image
- Area Box Measurement mode
Includes:
Power supply/charger with four plugs, rechargeable battery, FLIR Tools software, USB cable, and hard transport case. E8 also includes extra battery and external battery charger.
Link to E6 model -
https://interlinksupply.com/index.php?item_num=AC146