Electricity and Control December 2021-January 2022

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Acoustic imaging cameras for specialised maintenance

Adding two new models to its range of acoustic imaging cameras Teledyne FLIR provides tailored solutions to serve the needs of end-users working in different utility infrastructure and plant environments. The FLIR Si124-LD is designed specifically to detect leaks in compressed air systems, and the Si124-PD is designed for partial discharge detection in high voltage electrical systems. Both devices include easy-to-use onboard analytics with access to an online portal through the FLIR Acoustic Camera Viewer cloud service. The software enables users to perform quick diagnostics tasks and to conduct deeper analysis. With this data, Si124-PD users can determine the severity of partial discharge issues in high voltage equipment and attend to any problems in order to improve reliability of the electrical grid. Similarly, the Si124-LD model helps users determine the severity of compressed air leaks, potentially saving tens of thousands of dollars in energy costs. Rob Milner, Global Business Development Manager – Condition Monitoring at Teledyne FLIR says, “The FLIR Si124 family of acoustic imaging cameras provides for more precise issue detection by offering an unrivalled number of integrated microphones with improved mi- crophone signal-to-noise ratio as well as a top detection

frequency of 35 kHz, to help users further pinpoint problem areas. The Si124-PD and LD editions feature the same robust artificial intelligence software capabilities of the Si124, and are customised to provide a more economical option for particular uses, such as locating corona at a utility substation or compressed air leaks in a factory setting. Taken together, the family of Si124 devices can help reduce inspection times up to 10x compared to using traditional methods.” The new Si124-PD camera for partial discharge detection features automatic electrical fault classification for partial discharge issues, including surface discharge, floating discharge, and discharge into air. The PD Severity Assessment software feature is included in the FLIR Acoustic Camera Viewer cloud software. The Si124-LD camera features real-time, on-device leak sizing and cost analytics. Both new models and the original Si124 are available for purchase globally from Teledyne FLIR and its author- ised dealers.

The two new models of acoustic imaging cameras provide for detection of air leaks and partial discharge.

For more information visit: www.flir.com

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