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Works really well once you read the manual
5.0
Like all meters like this, they have to be calibrated for certain materials, so read the manual. I works really well for troubleshooting hot spots, and leaky windows and doors.
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Joseph Massimino on
Jan 15, 2021
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The best!
5.0
The best!
The best! on
Jul 31, 2020
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Low resolution
4.0
Whether or not this is a "good" product depends on what you are using it for. I have a very nice Flir camera and this does not compare at all. Of course it costs about 30 times what this one does as well.
If low resolution is not an issue this is a very handy compact tool. I found the image to be more clear on B/W when I have had difficulty determining what object is hot.
Overall it does perform as it is intended, just don't think this is going to take the place of an expensive camera when resolution is needed. It does reduce using the expensive camera (and the associated damage risk) when low resolution is acceptable.
I do wish the range was adjustable, but again I am spoiled by the much more expensive one with a plethora of options!
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Clyde Mustain on
Dec 26, 2018
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Gets the Job Done
5.0
This tool has done everything I've needed it to do for evaluating overheating components and capturing images to document thermal performance in various situations. I just wish that for a piece of equipment in this price range they could have afforded a clock/calendar that isn't a COMPLETE JOKE. Combined with the aggressive auto-power down I simply log times and dates and ignore the clock/calendar "feature".
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Peter Soper on
Apr 24, 2018
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Flir TG165 Saves a lot of time
5.0
I bought the Flir TG165 to help maintain my home boiler and the heating systems of my family members. So far I have monitored the zone system valves for proper operation and discovered some areas with weak insulation. The TG165 lets me visualize gaps in duct and wall insulation and the need for extra layers on my water heater. The resolution is perfect for my use and even allows inspection of electrical panels for defective breakers. The Flir has been a great purchase.
Johng41 on
Feb 10, 2018
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Perfect for Inspections
5.0
This spot camera was purchased for use with building safety inspections. It is perfect for the application and very accurate.
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David Messer on
Feb 01, 2017
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TG165
5.0
Bought it and works right of the BOX
Use for Rental property finding leaky windows and doors.
Just what I needed
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Dale Bernard on
Jan 16, 2017
Disappointed
1.0
I bought this a while back and just started to use it. I believe the 4th time I powered it on it developed a yellow line across the screen which disappears after the sensor recalibrates. Notified FLIR if this was normal behavior and was told no and suggested I email repair services. After E-mailing repair services 2 days later I still have yet to hear a response. I'm still using the initial battery charge and only powered it up around 10 times now maybe 15 since I'm still trying to work on equipment. It has not been dropped banged around. Disappointing
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Martin on
Nov 03, 2016
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FLIR TG165
4.0
Very happy with the TG 165 itself and would have given it a 5 star but the holsters we bought to go with the TG 165 are a fail. The temp gun fits nicely but you cannot use the gun in the holster because the lasers are blocked by the holster shroud. Needs a redesign.
Michael Enright on
Nov 02, 2016
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you cant hide
4.0
Lots of places to hide before but not now. My Flir lets me see thru metal covers ,motor casings, and darkness.
Tequipment response: Thank you for the review. Just to clarify one point the reviewer made about seeing thought metal covers. The unit cannot see thought metal. The IR bounces off and back to the TG165. It can however see though darkness! Thanks again for the review.
Facilityteck 2 on
Oct 24, 2016
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Flir TG 165
5.0
Excellent service, fast delivery
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Eduard Tykhomyrov on
Jun 26, 2016
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Awesome
5.0
I bought this as an inspection tool for the solar fields I service. What a time saver. I've used it for electrical troubleshooting so many times I can't count. It's my personal tool so don't have to lend it out. I use it at home also. Highly recommend this FLIR TG165 to anyone who needs a time saver troubleshooting tool in their tool pouch. Thanks for a great product FLIR.
EJ on
May 24, 2016
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Engine surveyor
5.0
Camera is great when relitevly low resolution is adequate. Has typical laser sight and temp readout if a IR temp gun, but having the picture of the surrounding area makes analysis of components much easier and more effective. Durable as a normal IR gun, and very long battery life on a charge. I use it for checking marine engine operation, and for the money it is a great tool to add to the bag.
Anonymous on
May 22, 2016
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Best Thermal Imager
5.0
This is a great step up from a standard I/R thermometer. It lets you pinpoint a hot spot for an accurate temperature reading. It lets you see temperature trends. Allows you to save images for documentation. The unit is well built and easy to use.
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Roger on
Apr 19, 2016
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Thermal Image Camera
5.0
I have used this tool over and over since I purchased it. I use it mostly for automotive electrical diagnostics. If a circuit has a problem and it is because of high resistance, this tool will find it and allows me to see things (heat) that I can't see with my eyes. It works especially well in trying to see wires and/or components that are getting hot but are covered up by wire looms or door panels etc. I highly recommend it. It will save you time and money with automotive electrical diagnostics.
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Duane Mariage on
Apr 16, 2016
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Good product!
5.0
Easy to use!
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José Rodríguez on
Mar 16, 2016
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Great product at a great price
4.0
As a replacement for two older IR thermometers this works great. It gives you a better idea of where exactly you are getting the reading. For the price, you can't beat taking a chance on the thermal camera to see if it is useful for what ever project you are doing. Just remember you get what you pay for with thermal imagers.
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chad marcel on
Feb 12, 2016
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Great device for the price
5.0
This themal imager is very easy to use and relatively inexpensive compared to others. Great for finding heat loss in boiler systems.
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Keith Gwin on
Jan 22, 2016
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works OK for what it is
2.0
its a visual thermometer - NOTHING MORE -
the thermal image is NOT radiometric and the resolution is the lowest available.
Having said that - it works as designed and advertised and is a fair value.
unfortunately, I see wanna be electricians and home inspectors thinking this is the cats meow - take it from a professional thermographer - this is NOT a real thermal imager - its a visual thermometer.
Scott on
Jan 14, 2016
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Useful tool
4.0
The Flir TG165 is an invaluable tool, with no comparison on the field. So far the Flir TG164 helped isolate problems before damage could of took place. The imaging part is such an addition that helps provide such visual images of affected areas within the plant. So far two major disastrous incidents were avoided due to being able to visually target problematic areas.
Ramirez on
Jan 07, 2016
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Good camera
5.0
Works well. I tested it out on my doors and windows and could see where cold air was coming in.
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Phil on
Dec 23, 2015
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Thermal Camera
5.0
Fast shipping. Great customer support. Product produces clear thermal images. Well worth the money :)
Rptr153 on
Dec 17, 2015
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FLIR TG165
4.0
Decent Thermal Camera for the price... T equipment had the best price on the net!
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joe Ozimek on
Dec 15, 2015
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FLIR TG165
5.0
Have owned the FLIR TG165 for about 7 months and it has worked well. Works great for an entry level thermal imager. Wish it had a little higher resolution but can not complain for such a reasonable price. Battery life is great and is easy to use. Recommended.
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Dan on
Sep 28, 2015
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TG165 - Good entry level imager
4.0
A good imaging thermometer which is adequate for objects bigger than 6mm, preferably 12mm across. The thermal image is not itself calibrated so you cannot determine and the temperature is not stored for any single pixel. Instead, a spot thermal detector reads temperature reasonably accurately (maybe 2 deg C low on my unit using emissivity settings from manual). The image allows you to find hot or cold spots that can be checked with the spot meter or determined by other means if smaller than 6mm (1/4 inch). Finding the hot spot with the thermal meter for a reading can be difficult up close (less than 2 feet, about 65cm or so) because of parallax.
If you need to work with small components or up close, you need the E4 at a minimum.
rogers on
Aug 23, 2015
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Very useful.
5.0
Very helpful to have a visual representation of the temperature range on screen.
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Larry G on
Jul 09, 2015
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A Very Good Tool
5.0
A very useful tool also is very simple to use it everyone
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Michalis Vrakidis on
Jul 05, 2015
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so cool
5.0
As a former electric utility engineer, I knew the value of IR imaging. How can one resist at $400? See your own thermal image relected in a stainless fridge. Check the temperature of the sky, see which trees have flowing sap, Check your crock pot, Check for leaky home insulation. measure engine temperature. see those hot or warm connections, What a great tool/toy! You can watch epoxy cure! What a fascinating device now in the price range of the home hobbyist. Super product
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Roy Alexander on
Jun 29, 2015
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This is a great tool!!
5.0
This tool does everything it is claimed to do plus so much more. Your imagination is the limit to what it can diagnose in relation to temperature.
Elliott Noll on
Jun 16, 2015
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FLIR TG165
5.0
I purchased the TG165 to do an energy audit of my home. I can't get over how sensitive this device is! It shows every little detail, including footprints of heat left on the carpeted floor after walking on it barefoot. It easily shows where the warmth from my attic is coming into my living area. I can't wait until it gets cold outside so I can see where the heat is escaping.
I was playing with this device and I pointed it up at the sky, expecting to see nothing but a blank screen. Boy was I surprised when I could see the heat signature of the clouds! Really cool.
It is super easy to use. I did have to briefly look at the manual to understand what some of the icons/settings were but that is all. Works great right out of the box.
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Kevin Kennedy on
Jun 10, 2015
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Good device, few flaws
3.0
Imaging is OK albeit with low resolution and modest frame rate. Higher resolution cheaper devices are available such as imagers for the iPhone if that will work for your needs.
Fatal flaw with the date and time which need to be reset every time you power on. Also a fatal flaw with erasing the entire library of images taken because there is no confirmation in the erase operation - just pick the icon and woosh, everything's gone.
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Anonymous on
May 30, 2015
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Great Product for Price
5.0
This product is easy to use out of the box. It is a great thermal imager for the price.
Sparky on
May 29, 2015
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Durable, practical solution
4.0
Product has a durable/ solid feel. Image is on the smaller side, but what I expected. I am able to use the unit to analyze electrical and mechanical hot spots on machinery that might be indications of eminent failure. Intuitive menus. If you know nothing about IR units, learn what emissivity is. This unit offers an adjustable emissivity setting for accurate temperature readings, which is helpful when looking at different materials.
Anonymous on
May 29, 2015
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FLIR TG165 - Awesome product
5.0
I purchased the FLIR TG165 to spot areas of my home that are losing heat. It works perfectly for this task. I found that the seal on my attic stairs wasn't as good as I thought and that my windows are great!
In playing with this tool I found a not so obvious use as well. It is EXCELLENT for finding dog droppings in the yard at night, they light up bright red on the screen when fresh! Much easier than hunting with a flashlight. LOL all around a great and useful tool.
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Anonymous on
May 27, 2015
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Owner
5.0
The T165 is an incredibly versatile and powerful addition to any technician's bag of tools! Its sensitivity and ability to differentiate temperature gradients at the 0.1 degree F scale amazed my senior engineers, particularly since this less than $500 instrument outperforms (in some ways) our older $5000 Thermal Imagers.
ComMarineElectric on
May 18, 2015
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Flir TG165
4.0
Easy to use, helps to diagnose a trouble faster
Anonymous on
May 08, 2015
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Satisfied customer
5.0
I had purchased the TG165 it is inexpensive but very reliable and very helpful in my applications. The display is limited in size, however it is very sharp and very easy to see, interpret, and read the indication of the subject you work on.
Definitely reccomand it for professional use
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Anonymous on
Apr 09, 2015
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Ok product
3.0
Product seems to work ok. Temp does not appear to always be accurate though. Good buy for the money.
Ryan on
Apr 07, 2015
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wonderful
5.0
Everything just right with this meter to fit our needs.
lj on
Apr 04, 2015
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FLIR Tg 165
5.0
Excellent product, easy to use, seems very accurate
Steve on
Apr 03, 2015
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Flir TG 165 IR imaging thermometer
5.0
The TG 165 is an awesome tool at a very affordable price. I have used it in home inspections to help diagnose various anomalies. Although I would recommend a higher end/higher resolution device for thermal inspections, the TG 165 is a good solution for someone wanting to get acquainted with thermal technology. It is very useful for the intended purpose.
Mike on
Apr 01, 2015
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FLIR 165
5.0
I would highly recommend this thermal imaging device! In my application it is ideal!
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James Woodring on
Apr 01, 2015
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FLIR 165
5.0
I purchased this item because it was on sale. The day after I received it I was able to put it to work!
I Would recommend this inexpensive thermal imager!
Jim on
Apr 01, 2015
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flir
5.0
Great value for an entry level IR
chad on
Mar 31, 2015
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Great tool from great company.
5.0
I ordered the TG165 and it arrived the next day at my hotel. Free overnight shipping, how can that be beat. I have been using the TG165 for a week now, it speeds up my time for completing a job. I have nothing but positive to say for TEquipment and the TG165.
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Russell Martin on
Mar 18, 2015
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FLIR TG-165 & TEquipment what a great combo
5.0
About one month ago a friend of mine sent me a link to a thermal imagining thermometer that was offered for sale. That link turned out to be to the TEquipment.net site, which I had never heard of. I decided to order the FLIR TG-165. Shortly after ordering, I had a question about my order, so I clicked on the "live chat" link thinking I would be put off and have to send an email, but much to my surprise, a live agent answered. This live agent was very efficient and friendly and addressed my concern in a matter of moments. After receiving my TG-165 a few days later, I had another question, so back to the TEquipment site for another chat. Again, quick, accurate and courteous response to my question. I love my TG-165, it is performing better than what I had hoped. It is a quality unit that will allow me to do my work quickly and effectively. Couple this with the EXCELLENT customer service that TEquipment has provided, what more could one ask for? I am very pleased with the process from start to finish, and I will definitely buy from TEquipment again as well as FLIR. Thank you for such a great customer experience.
Bob
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Bob Leschyna on
Mar 11, 2015
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Flir TG165
5.0
Flir makes a great product. This is great to find hot spots in panels, motors, and bus work. Solid product!
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Jason Riley on
Mar 02, 2015
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FLIR TG165
5.0
The new TG165 is very handy. I own and use two single point IR Thermometers but the TG165 brings a new price point to IR temperature measurement. As the saying goes, a picture is worth 1000 words. Locating SMD parts that are getting hot is so much easier with a thermal image of the circuit board. I am sure my clients will appreciate the additional provided by the TG165 image.
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Herb H on
Feb 26, 2015
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Very prompt and reliable service
5.0
I found tequipment very professional and efficient.
My camera was shipped within days and there was good correspondence from start to finish.
regards.
Keith
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keith beggs on
Feb 21, 2015
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FLIR TG165
5.0
We ordered 3 of these for the fire chief and assistant chiefs to keep in their vehicles to use at emergency scenes. The TG165 is small, easy to use and gives quick information back to the user. We can also capture images for our reports which is a huge plus. Inexpensive, easy to use, and versatile. What more could you ask for?
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Chief13 on
Feb 20, 2015
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Flir TG165
5.0
I bought the TG 165 to see where I needed to target insulation on my early 1900's house. When its cold and windy outside, I can see the studs through the plaster walls. I can see gaps in the insulation between the studs in the walls. Should save me a lot of work insulating areas that don't need insulating. It's pretty cool the very corners of the outside walls were never insulated-no good place to blow the insulation in. I think I'll be able to fix this with the foam insulation and a couple of pretty small holes.
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John Hoke on
Feb 14, 2015
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Flir TG165
5.0
This is a very good deal, low cost and accurate.
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Jeff Reichard on
Feb 13, 2015
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Great Cx / Energy Auditing tool for the price
5.0
I have not extensively used the device yet, but so far it has performed well. I use it in commissioning activities and energy auditing. A great extra tool for the "go-kit". Much better than a standard IR gun. I've been wanting one for years, but when the price was in the $thousands, I could not justify buying. At this price, it was worth the risk of buying and using. The only drawback was the lack of a useful users manual that came with the device.
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Michael Kuk on
Feb 10, 2015
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FLIR TG165 Imaging IR Thermometer
5.0
This is a great tool for seeing with a set of "infrared eyes". It lets you see temperature differences in materials of all kinds to aid in troubleshooting. We use it to monitor bearing temperatures on our farm equipment. Occasional monitoring of bearings can provide 'normal' operating temperatures. If a bearing is starting to fail, we can see a temperature that is running higher than normal. We can then determine a course of action before total failure (if it's a sealed bearing that's hard to replace, we may drill a hole in the seal and shoot some grease in to buy some time and replace during the evening, etc.). Much better than finding out after it's too late. It's also good for checking electrical contacts that may be running hot due to electrical resistance and causing issues(contactors, terminations, etc.) I've used the higher end FLIR equipment in the past that superimposes a visual camera image onto the thermal image and also assigns a temperature to every graphic pixel (downloadable for spreadsheet use, etc.). While that is nice, it really is overkill for what we need it for, and cost a lot more for those additional features. The TG165 does surprisingly well for a thermal only image and the lower affiliated resolution. For the $500 price tag though, it's definitely worth the money. It comes with a microSD card that allows you to save images - great way to convey info to anyone that needs to understand the issue at hand. If budget is an issue (and it usually is), seriously consider this tool, as it gives a lot of bang for the buck.
Anonymous on
Feb 10, 2015
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Easy to use
4.0
Pros: Small, easy to use, good image
Cons: Small screen, I wish for Zoom function and tagging more temp location within one picture.
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Henrique Lucas on
Jan 25, 2015
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High Dynamic Range makes all the difference
5.0
At first I wasn't too impressed with the resolution. But after I used it for a while I started to notice the units high sensitivity. The individual pixel high dynamic range makes up for the resolution(80x60). I started to see just a few degree difference under the floor board and visually locate the spot! Suddenly I was very impressed. Very happy with my purchase. Don't be fooled by low cost units- the sensitivity rating makes all the difference.
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John on
Jan 21, 2015
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FLIR TG165 is easy to use.
5.0
The FLIR TG165 works well in our lab. It is handy in getting a thermal image of our runnig compressors at various conditions.
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Tim on
Jan 14, 2015
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TG165 Detailed User Guide
5.0
My TG165 came with an empty SD Memory Card. No detailed user guide. I called for support, Steve helped me download and install a user guide and software for a new firmware load. Great support was provided, that's what I look for in a product.
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Ed Martin on
Dec 29, 2014
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Great, quick, and easy!
5.0
This is a great tool for the tool bag. I am a home inspector and have had spot radiometers in the past, but this is so much better! The IR image is quick to analyze and being able to capture the image is great. Being able to tweak the emissivity is also nice. Fits in my bag, and the power up is quick. Battery life is great as well.
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Brian Fish on
Dec 11, 2014
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Works great
5.0
The TG165 is handy to have when operating high-power equipment like we do at the radio station. I used it to confirm that there were no problems with hot spots when we first turned up the output power to 250KW for one of our transmitters. Image detail is good enough to easily see heat sources. I barely use the laser designator due to the good imagery.
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Michael sabin on
Dec 04, 2014
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