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News Release from: SKF UK | Subject: TMES 1 endoscope
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 13 January 2006
Endoscope gets into tight places
SKF Maintenance Products adds TMES 1 endoscope to its range of instruments for basic condition monitoring.
SKF Maintenance Products has added the TMES 1 endoscope to its range of instruments for basic condition monitoring Endoscopy is a cost-effective way of checking if maintenance is required in restricted spaces that cannot normally be seen with the naked eye
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 1 Aug 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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For use as a first line inspection tool, it saves time and money by removing the need to disassemble items for inspection.
Endoscopes are often costly and require additional equipment to obtain good results, as they are traditionally bulky and difficult to use.
However, the TMES 1 is a small handheld optical tool that has a tip diameter of 8mm, so allows access to parts such as bearings, engines and transmissions in most industrial applications.
The endoscope has a focal length of 10mm (straight focal direction) and a 60deg angle of view.
Phil Burge of SKF UK said: "In many cases the initial check will provide sufficient information regarding the condition of the equipment under scrutiny, so this piece of low-cost monitoring equipment has the potential to bring large savings in terms of time and money".
It is easy to assemble and no special training is required.
It comes with a battery case that also acts as a handle - on which the length can be reduced for use in restricted spaces.
Also included are an optical eyepiece, a flexible water-resistant 1m cord and an objective lens.
A built-in adjustable light source illuminates the application.
The light source is powered by three plain 1.5V (LR14-C) batteries.
Should the user need to record results for further analysis or send images on for diagnostics, a digital camera adapter is available as an accessory. Request a free brochure from SKF UK ...
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