How To Detect Moisture with a Thermal Camera

[@sentinela8775]

Thank you, Devon. That was a helpful explanation. Nowadays, in Israel, they're using thermal cameras to detect changes of temperature in plants, mostly agriculture on large scale in order to use the exact amount of water it'll be needed to do the job. Apparently the jet sprinklers are triggered each time the programmer gets the information from the activity of the thermal cameras. It's amazing. Everything grows a whole lot faster and larger in size. It was very helpful indeed to hear you speak. Thank you. Viewer from Portugal.

[@USABeauboy]

Could you explain the colors.😉

[@mayordale8934]

Thank you Devin for this explanation, I was reading the report of observations from thermographic scan of a ceiling with spots of moisture. There was cold thermal pattern during negative pressure scan at some spots; but there was no cold thermal pattern noticed during positive pressure scan. What could be responsible for this?

[@mfahlers]

You do a nice job explaining this to the layman.

[@jessemarshall8703]

I own a roofing company. What would be the best camera for leak detection with water inside and out. Something that will work outside when the roof and air are the sane temp possibly.

[@justice4g]

I wonder if I can scan which plants need watering with a thermal camera

[@TEquipment]

Hello, thermal imaging can be used for irrigation scheduling, plants disease detection, and more!

[@Drone360pilot]

Thank you for great explanation!

[@SevenDeMagnus]

Cool, does it need to be a Flir brand? Could 200 thermal imagers see where the leak is in the walls? Any affordable thermal imaging cameras you can recommend to see hidden leaks? Thanks.

[@TEquipment]

In general, any radiometric thermal imaging camera should be able to detect cooler spots which indicate hidden moisture inside drywall. FLIR is the leader in this area but you can achieve this with most other brands too. The most budget-friendly options we offer are smartphone accessory style IR cameras which must connect to a phone to be used. Check out these options on our site - FLIR ONE Pro LT: www.tequipment.net/FLIR/ONE-PRO-LT-iOS/Building-and-Industrial-Thermal-Imagers/ Seek Compact: www.tequipment.net/Seek-Thermal/Compact-iPhone/Building-and-Industrial-Thermal-Imagers/

[@__WJK__]

Excellent video! Ok, so... if you had to choose between a non-contact/pinless moisture meter or a Thermal imager, to detect moisture inside a wall... which would you choose and why(?)

[@TEquipment]

We would actually suggest using both together. The thermal camera is 100% the best tool for initial investigations - it will instantly show you cooler (wet) areas in a scene. It's a super fast way to find moisture in and behind walls. Once you have located wet areas with the thermal camera, you can go in with the moisture meter and take precise readings.

[@Joe_S.]

How would someone, using an E8 for example, determine the difference between moisture at a ceiling versus maybe just a cold spot due to a lack of insulation? TIA

[@TEquipment]

That's a great question that doesn't really have a simple answer. Our thermographers say that it really comes down to experience - as you do more thermal inspections, you'll be able to recognize the subtle differences and know what to look for. To start, think about how those two problems might present themselves differently. For example, moisture would pool and run downhill while insulation problems would be between floor joists or roof members and appear more squared off on-camera.

[@FALCONZAMORA1121]

Love it!

[@derrickgarcia303]

Well said!

[@topalecom]

what would be a good entry point budget equipment to go for if I am not a contractor but would like to know where I have water damage on residential home? No rental shop near by this the question.

[@TEquipment]

One of our top budget recommendations is the Hikmicro E1L - it has a temperature range covering -20°C - 550°C, 160x120 resolution and 8hr battery life but it does not have any image blending capability. Check out our recent demo video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJ3WqXWgZ96Ej5Y For your needs, a smartphone-based IR camera might also work well. Check out this video to learn about a few great options: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJiyZqJrjNuVbKM You can also browse all of our thermal cameras by price here: www.tequipment.net/thermal-imagers/building-and-industrial-thermal-imagers/#/thermal-imagers/building-and-industrial-thermal-imagers/?F_Sort=3

[@topalecom]

@@TEquipment thanks for your response !

[@k_y_a_d]

i have a friend that lives in an Airstream RV and gets severe reactions to black mold and moisture and always needs to check for water leakage. which type of thermal camera would you recommend?

[@TEquipment]

For that type of application, the most convenient (and cheapest) option would be smartphone-based IR cameras. Check out these models for iOS on our website (Android versions are also available): www.tequipment.net/Seek-Thermal/Compact-iPhone/Building-and-Industrial-Thermal-Imagers/ www.tequipment.net/FLIR/ONE-PRO-LT-iOS/Building-and-Industrial-Thermal-Imagers/ Also make sure to check out our comparison videos: kzbin.info/aero/PLYkzrgUgH3zffyeubFHRYkZbhEslpLkCA

[@garrethzarb2102]

Hi, what about the Flir C5?

[@TEquipment]

It's a great camera! Check out our comparison vs the Seek ShotPro here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qV7Jdp2GeKuIZ6M

[@garrethzarb2102]

@@TEquipment Thank you

[@SharpEdgeStandardOfficial]

Great explanation. Can the FLIR C5 see water seepage on a concrete basement wall behind the plastic vapor barrier insulation and drywall?

[@TEquipment]

Yes absolutely, it should be able to see temperature differences created by moisture behind the vapor barrier and drywall. However, it won't be able to see through the concrete itself.

[@Tako2e]

Thanks devin I’m still tryna find out what thermal camera to get. I do bathroom renovations any idea on which is the best bang for the buck about $1k my friend?

[@BombasticVirus]

i am in search for myself and i have found the Flir One pro to be a nice cheap thermal camera, cost 400$, also there are few moisture cameras and flir has one for ~700$. check them out

[@TEquipment]

If your budget is $1000 and you plan to use the camera in your business then we recommend you stay away from smartphone-based thermal cameras as these are more targeted at the consumer market - they provide decent resolution at a consumer-friendly price thanks to the smartphone platform. The smartphone platform is more difficult to use for long periods, tends to be much less durable, and has shorter battery life. We recommend you check out the E5 from FLIR - this is a professional IR camera and is currently on sale for $999 while supplies last. Check it out here: www.tequipment.net/FLIR/E5-WiFi/

[@RichardsWorld]

Buy a Flir E4 with modified software. The E-4 - E8 is the same hardware, but different firmware. Smart people have figured out how to make the E4 and E8 with just giving it the E8 firmware. For $1,200 you can have the same camera as the $3,000 E8. You can find them from reputable eBay sellers.

[@WillowCooper]

I'm getting a headache watching your eyes dart around like you're reading script but I guess that's better than freezing up in front of the camera and forgetting what you're saying. I have a flir I just want to see what the mold looks like on it.

[@amazingchaosandepicnes3859]

Can Flir pro see moisture to thanks

[@jessemarshall8703]

I own a roofing company. What would be the best camera for leak detection with water inside and out. Something that will work outside when the roof and air are the sane temp possibly.

[@TEquipment]

There are many cameras on the market which would work well for a roofing application. We have several ITC Certified thermal imaging experts on staff who can help you further - feel free to call us at [phone] with any questions.

[@sjawad7299]

@00:58 I skip class that day

[@mc2ryan100]

I was in class that day, still no girlfriend.

[@husar3449]

1 kcal is energy equivalent raise 1 gram of water per celsius ....wasn't it per liter ? xD

[@TEquipment]

Not sure what the formula is for kcal. The small calorie or gram calorie (cal) is the amount of heat energy needed to raise the temperature of one gram of water by one degree Celsius (or one kelvin).

[@surendrapaivernekar1351]

explaining basic fundas

[@ralphdumani9765]

Lit

[@24k__21]

Looks like the sober Zach Galifianakis.

[@metaldestroyers]

Very slow talker

[@OGCryptohawk]

1 BTU will raise 1 lb of water 1 degree.....smh

[@TEquipment]

Yes that is correct. Devin's statement about one calorie being defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water 1° Celsius is also true.

[@OGCryptohawk]

@@TEquipment indeed

[@jackp2563]

This was horrible review