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Bosch Professional 601241100 Inspection Camera GIC 120 (cable length: 120 cm, display: 2.7’’, 4x AA batteries, in cardboard box)

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The 2m cable isn’t ideal for every job, but you don’t need to lug around 5m of cable all the time. For investigating electronics and other small items, it’s the perfect length.

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Endoscopes are miniature cameras. These have very small lenses with a diameter of around 4 mm. Although used in a range of industries, these are most commonly associated with medicine. Endoscopes are used to view inside the human body and diagnose illnesses. If you need a camera that can literally bend into the right spot, this is the best choice, and still waterproof. Memory card storage: most borescopes offer fixed internal storage but some have removable SD cards – useful if you need to offer images to a client. Shorter cables don’t give you quite as much versatility when it comes to the task, but you’ll have more control over the camera at the end. Battery Life The big red handle on the grip can be turned and it pulls the probe's camera head one way or another (on one axis –you can either rotate the whole thing to turn sideways, or opt for a 360-degree option). This can be handy in edging through a gap, or just positioning for the optimum view.

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This is a much smaller overall device. Without a bulky screen or controls, it’s easier to bundle it up and store in a tool case. Remembering this costs little more than a good delivery pizza and is impressive; adding the fun of creative uses through the webcam connection and it seems like a bargain. Bear in mind that his device wouldn’t befriend Apple phones, though that is down in large part to the fruity firm’s resistance to the otherwise all-conquering USB-C connector. The Depstech DS500 includes a dual camera design, which not only features a forward-pointing camera but a second looking out to one side (yet it manages this with a narrower probe than the wireless WF028 further down this guide).

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Many inspection cameras come with LED lights, meaning you can collect footage even in dark areas. A camera without LED lights will be fairly useless in areas behind walls, deep into drains or other areas that don’t receive a lot of natural light. The handheld screen section feels rugged, with rubberised orange grips on either side. You can quite easily control the device with one hand, thanks to the well laid out rubberised buttons along the bottom. Cycling through the options is straightforward and easy to work out too. The Depstech DS450 (and its dual-lens siblings built on the same case) feels as natural to use as a mobile phone. The 4.5-inch IPS screen is about the same size – with the camera cable connecting at the top centre – and is easier to hold vertically. The camera itself is well-lit and provides good visibility, though the LEDs produce a distinctly blue-tinged light. The claimed 1.96-200 inches focal range seems somewhat optimistic though, or perhaps a 2592 x 1944 pixel screen is simply too much resolution for the camera. This is a much more affordable device compared with the Depstech dual lens inspection camera. For most DIYers, this is one of the best endoscopes you can get without spending a fortune. There’s a downside to having all that cable. Unless you’re plumbing the depths of your pipework, having 10 m all coiled up just gets in the way! It doesn’t come with a decent holder either, just a piece of Velcro.

You’ll need at least three hands to manoeuvre the probe, hold the device and hold your phone at the same time. Inspection cameras are versatile cameras that enable you to look at areas you wouldn’t normally be able to access. They consist of a tiny camera at the end of either a rigid or flexible cable. Whether you’re inspecting an area behind a wall, down into a drain or inside your car, an inspection camera can give you a clear view. Types of Inspection Cameras Rechargeable batteries are convenient provided they last long enough. Ideally, you’ll want a few hours of run time. This is especially important if your camera takes a few hours to charge, as many do. Camera Resolution Skybasic have included some useful tools with this inspection camera. You get a strong magnet, a hook, a side mirror, and a protective cap. Everything you need to get the job done. The narrow gauge probe isn’t going to be as rigid compared to the 8 mm one on the Skybasic inspection camera. If you need to feed the snake round lots of bends, it’s not as effective.

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If you need to get into really tight spaces, the 8 mm diameter camera is quite large. In comparison with the Ddendocam’s 3.9 mm one, it’s pretty chunky. If you’re not going to be needing an ultra-sharp image, you’ll be able to get away with a lower resolution. Led Lights With a 4.3” TFT screen, it shows up images clearly at a maximum 1080p and even takes 3 Mp still images. It’s good to be able to save high-resolution images when investigating faults. A borescope is used for a wide variety of inspections, while an endoscope – while similar in concept – is for medical inspections. Borescopes can be used to inspect machinery and engines, pipes and gun barrels, and hidden areas inside the home live cavity walls. Endoscopes, by contrast, are used to inspect body cavities and organs. What kinds of borescope are there? Snaking out the thin lead is easy, and it has a decent balance of stiffness and flexibility to get into hard-to-reach places. The camera really is tiny at just 3.9 mm across, but you only get 2 m of cable to play with.

The endoscope camera is perfect for many craftsmen applications, such as viewing inside utility boxes and pipes, behind wall cavities, and for hydraulic systems and automotive applications. Additional Information When you connect to the Depstech via Wi-Fi, it means you’re signed out of all other Wi-Fi networks. That means you won’t have internet access while using this camera. Electric Pressure Washers Petrol & Diesel Driven Pressure Washers Hot Pressure Washers Pressure Washer Accessories Detergents, Chemicals and Algicides Pressure Washer Spares Hoses & Accessories Most inspection cameras come with a 5-metre probe that has a lens diameter of 7 to 8mm , although more specialist smaller probes can come with shorter cables of 2-3 metres and a lens diameter of just 4mm. Rather than making do with relatively low quality screens on standalone devices, you can make use of the quality screen on your phone or tablet computer. The extra resolution will make repairs easy.

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Wi-Fi: this could be handy for viewing footage on your smartphone at a safe distance from the actual dirty work The high quality 1080p true colour TFT screen is bright and shows up everything in superb definition. You can see what’s on the screen from an unbeatable 170° viewing angle too. It’s worth noting that while the camera and cable itself may be waterproof, the screen and display might not be. This means a lot of care still needs to be taken when working in damp areas or around drain pipes. Focal Distance Compared with the Skybasic inspection camera, you don’t need to stow away a huge amount of cable. For most DIY jobs, just under 1 m of cable is enough to see behind walls and down pipes. This is a neatly-designed inspection camera, made for the DIY market by one of the best-known names in power tools. The flexible camera winds neatly around the chunky main when not in use, and there is a built-in screen for convenience. The camera can store up to four images internally, but you can add to the memory with a microSD card, giving up to 32GB of extra storage.

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The best inspection cameras have built-in, high-resolution 4.3″ TFT screens of at least 2 megapixels (1,920 x 1,080p) and they come with a fixed or zoom lens. A lot of borescopes let you take a look where you can't get your eyes or your camera, but by incorporating an articulation tool this can be more easily positioned to give you exactly the view you need. Most inspection cameras come with a standard waterproof rating so they are perfect for plumbing or work underwater. Inspection cameras often include accessories such as a magnet and hook to help you retrieve objects from previously inaccessible places. Compared to the Ddendocam inspection camera, the battery capacity isn’t quite as good. You only get a 2,000 mAh battery compared with the 2,600 mAh on the Ddendocam. The device creates a Wi-Fi network to connect with your phone or laptop. That means that during use, you can’t connect to the internet. It’s quite inconvenient.

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