The FLIR GF306 infrared camera detects and visualises harmful gases including SF6, an insulating gas used in most types of high-voltage switches around the world.
Thermal imaging cameras are more effective for detecting leaks than gas sniffers as they detect, visualise and pinpoint the leak. Operator safety is improved as emissions can be detected at a safe distance and in difficult-to-reach places. Thermal imaging can take place during full plant operation, unlike sniffers which typically force operational shutdown.
The camera produces a full picture of the scanned area and leaks appear as smoke on the camera’s viewfinder or LCD, giving the viewer a visible indication of the problem. The image is viewed in real time and can be stored on the camera’s removable SD or SDHC memory card.
The FLIR GF306 can be used for finding leaks, as well as regular maintenance inspections. It is fully calibrated for temperature measurement applications and features embedded GPS data in reporting. The device detects a range of gases including SF6, ammonia, propene, tetrahydroethylene and chlorine dioxide.