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We are a professional manufacturer of videoscopes with significant customization experience. If you are looking for a reliable and cost-effective product, you are in the right place. Specify the circumstances for you use and the size of your tested objects and send an email to samuel@es-scope.com. Our engineers will provide you with professional advice as soon as possible.

How Can You Choose the Right Videoscope?

The important factors in choosing videoscope lies in the probe’s specifications, which include diameter, length, megapixel resolution, bending angle, screen size, and touch-assist functionality. Standard industrial videoscopes typically feature probe diameters ranging from 1.2mm to 6mm and lengths from 1m to 3m, though lengths up to 10m are also available. In terms of pixel selection, the mainstream models include 0.16MP, 0.3MP, and 1MP, however some advanced manufacturers may offer up to 2MP. Either mechanical or motor control will help you accomplish angle control. For optimal flexibility, you may go for a 360-degree motorized bending angle control instead of mechanical control. Basic installations include the ability to take photos and videos. Other features like touch-screen controls and the ability to capture photos and videos with one hand can enhance your operational ability.

Customizable Probe Specifications?
  • Probe Diameter:

    Our probes comes with versatile diameters. You may choose from 6mm, 3.9mm, 3.0mm, 2.8mm, 2.4mm, 1.5mm, 1.2mm, 0.78mm, or 0.56mm.

  • Probe Length:

    From 1 meter up to 10 meters.

  • Camera Resolution Options:

    2MP (image size: 1500x1500), 1MP (1280x720), 0.49MP (720x720), or 0.16MP (400x400).

  • Camera Viewing Angle:

    Direct view, side view, or dual-view.

  • Lighting Source Options:

    5600K white light, 3200K warm light, 940nm infrared night vision, UV lighting, or a dual white/infrared light source.

Types of Borescopes?

Currently, our borescope range includes:

  • Electronic Videoscope:

    Offers high resolution imaging, up to 2MP. Available probe diameters include 6mm, 3.9mm, 3.0mm, 2.8mm, 2.4mm, 1.5mm, 1.2mm, 1.0mm and more.

  • Fibre Borescope:

    It features ultra-thin probes and uses fibre optics imaging. Available diameter options include 0.78mm, 0.56mm and more.

  • Rigid Borescope:

    Utilizes optical prisms for high-quality imaging. Frame rates are unlimited, and pixel resolution depends on the external industrial camera used; can generally reach upto 2MP. Available diameters include 4mm, 2.7mm, 2.0mm, 1.8mm and others.

Customizable Videoscope Features?
  • Screen Size Options:

    3.5" HD LCD screen, 5" HD LCD touchscreen, 7" high-brightness LCD touchscreen, or 10.1" 1080P HD LCD touchscreen.

  • Probe Bending Angle:

    360° mechanical or 360° motorized articulation control with fast, slow, and hover modes.

  • Wireless Image Transfer Module:

    Supports WIFI, Bluetooth, or 5.8GHz multi-mode wireless transmission.

  • Interchangeable Probe Wire Detection:

    Available with optional 3D measurement functionality.

Components of a Videoscope Inspection System?

A typical videoscope inspection system consists of three main parts:

  1. Camera Probe (also called Insertion Tube): This is the flexible part inserted into the area that needs to be inspected.
  2. Video Display Unit (Screen): The live images captured by the probe are displayed on a screen for the operator to view.
  3. Bending Control Mechanism: Allows the probe to be maneuvered in different directions to navigate through tight or complex spaces.
What is Visual Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)?

Visual Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) is a method used to visually inspect the surface defects of materials or components without causing any damage. This technique relies on visual observation and is often assisted by tools such as magnifiers, mirrors, or borescopes, including to identify flaws.

What is a Fiberscope?

A fiberscope typically uses optical fibers to transmit images. The fiber bundles at both ends ensures the accurate transfer of images over long distances. It is a common tool in remote visual inspection. For decades, it has been used in industrial inspections. Compared to videoscopes, fiberscopes have a much smaller diameter, making them perfect for inspections in tight spaces. Our smallest fiberscope has a diameter of 0.5mm.

Main Differences Between Rigid Borescope, Flexible Borescope (Fiberscope), and Video Borescope (Videoscope)?
  1. Rigid Borescope
    1. Uses an optical prism lens system to transmit images directly to the eyepiece.
    2. Provides high-resolution, clear images but is limited to straight-line inspections and cannot bend.
    3. Advantages: Clear image quality and no electronic components or frame rate (FPS) limitations.
  2. Flexible Borescope (Fiberscope)
    1. Transmits images through thousands of optical fiber bundles, making it suitable for inspecting curved or complex pipelines.
    2. Due to the "pixelation" effect, the image quality is lower compared to rigid borescopes, and it has weaker focusing abilities.
    3. Advantages: Ultra-thin diameter; our thinnest fiberscope can reach diameters of 0.5mm or even less than that.
  3. Videoscope
    1. Features a camera at the tip of the endoscope, replacing the need for optical fibers.
    2. Provides clearer images than flexible borescopes and is ideal for high-definition inspections.
    3. Our HD video borescopes can reach resolutions up to 2 million pixels (2MP) and even 4K. Additionally, video borescope probe diameters have become thinner. Our products available in diameters from 1.0mm to 6.0mm.
What is an Industrial Videoscope?

Designed to inspect enclosed spaces and hard-to-reach areas, such as the interiors of complex machinery, pipelines, and engines. An industrial videoscope is the industrial version of a medical endoscope. Like medical endoscopes, industrial videoscopes use an optical lens system in the insertion tube.

What are the Advantages of Industrial Videoscopes?

Industrial videoscopes offer high-quality imaging, helping detect hard-to-find manufacturing defects. Ideal for internal inspections. The flexible probe tip allows easy navigation into intricate mechanical components. Additionally, industrial videoscopes come with recording features. It enables the storage of inspection videos or images for future playback and analysis.

What are the Applications of Industrial Videoscopes?

The applications of industrial videoscopes are broad. They can provide enhanced quality control across various industries. They are used in sectors such as automotive and parts manufacturing, industrial machinery, petrochemical industries, electronics, gas industries, aerospace, railroads, shipbuilding, construction, water pipelines, military and police surveillance, and others.

How Does a Video Borescope Work?

A video borescope captures video and images using a small sensor chip at the tip of the insertion tube. The sensor transmits these images to an LCD screen for real-time viewing by the inspector. Many modern video borescopes are also equipped with LED or laser diode light sources to ensure proper illumination in dark or difficult-to-reach areas.

What is the Difference Between a Video Borescope and a Traditional Borescope?

A borescope is a common optical tool used for visual inspections. Some people may confuse it with a video borescope, but video borescopes also known as videoscope offer more advanced functionalities. Compared to traditional borescopes, video borescopes are more versatile and durable. It also provides with the added capability of recording videos and capturing still images, making them a more modern and comprehensive inspection tool.

Night Vision Borescopes?

Designed for use in utter darkness, without any visible light source, night vision borescopes are a form of videoscope or industrial endoscope. There are two main varieties of these borescopes:

  • Thermal Borescopes: Use thermal infrared imaging sensors to detect heat signatures.
  • Infrared Night Vision Borescopes: Utilize invisible infrared light illumination for enhanced visibility in dark environments.
What is a IR borescope?

An infrared (infrared) borescope is an instrument for clearly viewing objects invisible to the human eye at night. Its infrared technology makes it perfect for low-light or overnight investigations.

What Can Thermal Imaging Cameras Detect?

By detecting the heat radiated by objects, thermal imaging cameras produce a thermal map of the investigated area. Finding problems such overheating, inadequate insulation, and air leakage is made easier with these cameras. Security staff also extensively rely on them for night patrols.

What’s the Difference Between Infrared and Thermal Cameras?
  • Infrared Cameras: Detect near-infrared light.
  • Thermal Cameras: Detect differences in radiation emitted by objects.
Why Choose an IR Borescope?

An IR borescope is another instrument for investigation combining efficiency, stealth, and adaptability. With infrared night vision and accurate examination in limited, difficult-to-reach locations, it can record vital information in low-light or dark conditions. Law enforcement makes extensive use of IR flexible borescopes, which are therefore rather helpful instruments for police officers on operations.

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