Sound visualization with the FLIR Si124 - an acoustic imaging camera
You already know you can visualize sound, but did you know you don't need to be an acoustic engineer to make sense of it? The FLIR Si124 industrial acoustic imaging camera produces accurate acoustic images that are superimposed in real time over a digital camera image. The combined visual and sound image is presented live on the screen, visually displaying the ultrasonic information and allowing the user to precisely locate the source of the sound.
Acoustic imaging is used for two main purposes: detecting air leaks and locating partial discharges in high-voltage systems. By using acoustic imaging from 124 built-in microphones, the FLIR Si124 can help professionals identify leaks and partial discharges up to 10 times faster than with traditional methods.
COMPRESSED AIR LEAK DETECTION
Compressed air is the most expensive source of energy in all types of factories, but up to one-third of that compressed air is lost to leaks and inefficiencies. The human ear can sometimes hear an air leak in a quiet environment, but in a typical industrial setting, it is impossible to hear even the largest leaks due to loud background noise. Fortunately, the Flir Si124 filters out industrial noise, allowing professionals to "visualize" sound even in noisy environments.
PARTIAL DISCHARGES IN HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEMS
In electrical systems, partial discharges can cause equipment failures and unplanned downtime. With the Flir Si124, professionals can reliably detect problems at a distance of up to 130 meters and analyze discharge patterns. The camera classifies three types of partial discharges, including surface discharge, floating discharge and airborne discharge. Knowing the type and severity of discharge allows the facility to schedule maintenance to minimize failures and downtime.
What sets the Flir Si124 apart from other acoustic imaging cameras is our software. Using the free FLIR Acoustic Camera Viewer cloud service, image captures are quickly uploaded via Wi-Fi and immediately analyzed, providing the user with in-depth information such as the size and energy cost of a compressed air leak, or partial discharge classification, severity assessment and corrective action. In addition, users get 8 GB of storage and wireless data transfer capabilities, making photo and data sharing simple and efficient.
FLIR Thermal Studio desktop software can also be used in the same way as the cloud viewer, but with the added benefit of being able to include both thermal and acoustic images in the same report. This dual functionality improves maintenance decisions and saves the time and cost of learning multiple software platforms.
The Flir Si124 requires minimal training and can be operated single-handedly. Through regular routine maintenance, professionals can identify problems quickly, helping utilities keep power flowing and manufacturing operations up and running. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/Si124.
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