Technical article 1 min read Kyoto Mühendislik technical team
A thermal camera reveals problems invisible to the eye before they turn into failures. But an image on its own is not a diagnosis; it has to be interpreted.
In electrical panels
Loose connections and overloads show up as temperature differences. What matters in the assessment is not the absolute temperature but the difference between comparable points carrying the same load. The survey should be carried out while the system is running close to load.
On insulation
Gaps in the insulation of chilled water and refrigerant lines are clearly visible in a thermal image. These points mean both energy loss and a risk of condensation and corrosion.
On coils
On partially blocked or air-locked coils the surface temperature is not evenly distributed. This is an early indicator of capacity loss.
Duct and space surveys
Duct leakage, uninsulated sections and incorrect air distribution are quickly identified with a thermal image. It is a very practical method, especially for sections above suspended ceilings.
Reporting
Every finding should be recorded with a photograph, and the same point measured again after the intervention. A finding closed without a verification measurement does not count as closed.
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