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This is for the HIKMICRO B1L 160 x 120 IR Resolution Thermal Imaging Camera with WiFi, 25Hz Refresh Rate.I was concerned about this "off-brand" for the price, but once I received the item and played around with it, the settings, etc... I was honestly blown away by the quality, especially with the lens shutter to protect the lens when not in use, you don't see that often. The 25hz refresh rate is pleasantly noticeable, the thermal picture moves smoothly. The resolution is perfect for me. The battery life is amazing, I have used it several times and haven't had to recharge it yet, and the battery indicator display somehow indicates the charge is full... not sure if it's mistaken or it's actually that large a capacity.The app that the manual recommends connecting to is called HIKMICRO Viewer on the Google Play store, it only had 500 downloads at the time of this review, which is super sketch. BUT! It performs amazingly, the thermal imager can connect to your wifi, and it can cast seamlessly to your phone via the app for recording pictures or video.I'm able to see studs in external walls very clearly (not interior walls b/c no temp difference with other side), and even plaster and lath walls that are external walls (less obvious), I couldn't believe it. I can see ceiling/attic floor joists from the 2nd floor. This device showed all my GFCI outlets as "hot," but other non-GFCI outlets weren't hot, this gave me concern and I looked it up online... oh, it's normal, and the temp was only a few degrees difference, but the imager picked this up clearly. I found out that there is a damn uncovered AC "out" behind one of our cabinets, only because that particular cabinet showed up "darker/colder" on the thermal monitor than the others, I confirmed it by feeling the cold air leaking from under the cabinet at the wall, never knew this before the thermal imager... I definitely will fix that. I found hot spots in several of the room walls and ceilings which can be fixed with insulation later, I'm thrilled to KNOW where to fix. It even found a strange hot spot on the wall in the first floor bathroom, which was actually the electrical box on the other side of that wall.Money well spent... and saved in the years to come! You will not regret this product.

I really did not know what to expect from this camera. I am pretty new to thermal imaging. I am using it to determine temperature differences on animals. The instrument menus are very easy to navigate. The refresh rate seems quick. The temperature range is pretty large for my purposes, but you can adjust to narrow the range and if using the software. When using the software you can further make adjustments and include data for the ambient air and humidity at the time the thermal image was captured. The camera comes with a factory certified temperature calibration, but not sure how accurate the high/low range is. The instructions are pretty basic. I have found a few YouTube videos that were very helpful. This might be me not understanding, but when adjusting the temperate range to obtain a full image of an object, I find the low range can be in very low or the negative value range for degrees C or F. I intend to keep searching and playing with the instrument - it might be just me not fully understanding how to properly set up the temperature range for my purposes.

I purchased this after having issues with a FLIR camera. I did have issues with it not powering off after using it for a little less than 2 and half years. The issue changed after updating the firmware. The camera would turn on then freeze. Support provided trouble shooting steps but unfortunately, we could not get the camera to work properly. I was sent a replacement device and am back in business. This product may no longer be available but the build quality and support will keep me from going back to FLIR or other brands for future purchases.

For the most part this is a must have tool. I've only used it a hand full of times. But I've used it to repair ACs, refrigerators, walk-in coolers, and tons of electrical issues, and to locate areas without insulation in attics, without having to climb in to hot attics. It's a must have.

Looking for Hot Spots in your equipment? This is the tool for you. I identified some hot spots in some of the shops equipment where we will be adding extra cooling. I also found that some bearings were were beginning to wear and will be replaced soon.This small and efficient camera just saved us hours of possible downtime due to failed equipment, cost of overtime etc. The app viewer is so convenient, not only takes pictures but videos as well. That's is a nice touch. I will be recommending these to all of our affiliated shops.This is not only a great tool for our equipment but the Facilities manager was looking at it too. He will be using it to check the HVAC system motors, Vent and cool air piping leaks.This is a real money saver.

My unit began freezing within 6 months of purchasing. Complete blue screen of death style freezes that lock up the unit and render it unable to shut down, restart, etc. These freezes make the unit unusable, unable to take pics, and drain the battery life, and I have missed the opportunity to help a few clients. I am not happy spending $400 on a defective unit. I requested a refund per the company's warranty, and they are saying that it is a firmware issue. But when I go to open the link they shared, it is a pdf manual in french. Overall I would recommend to steer clear of this unit. Go buy a better value unit that has had proper care with firmware design.

Very impressive. I’m really happy I bought this particular thermal imager. Like a dummy, I spent 10 minutes frustrated with it thinking it was broken before I realized it has a shutter that protects the lens…😉 Once that was figured out, the device worked immediately and it was obvious how to use. I can see cold spots on the ceiling ( where insulation is missing or too thin ), even where the studs are behind walls, Recessed lighting that need insulating and gaps under doors. Very impressive…