Measuring Instruments/
Test Equipment

Video endoscopes are the ideal tool for inspection and maintenance. Video endoscopes offer new perspectives of the insides of machines. Thanks to the flexible fibre optic cable and light weight enclosure, these extraordinary optical devices can locate problems and conflicts very easily and quickly, allowing for preventative measures to be taken without the need to dismantle the machinery first. Video endoscopes are used mainly by electricians, security personnel, specialists in the professional sector, and mechanics of all types. Video endoscopes are exceptional tools in places such as schools or universities, especially in practical applications. Don't hesistate to call us  If you don't find the video endoscopes you are looking for, please contact us and we will help you find the best solution to suit your needs by calling our German offices: +49 (0)29 03 976 99-52; our Italian offices: +39 0583 975 114; or our Spanish offices: +34 967 543 548 and our technical staff will advise you regarding our measuring instruments. Technical specifications for video endoscopes can be found at the following links:

- PCE-E45 series Video endoscopes
  (with a flexible length of 450mm and a diameter of 4mm)

- PCE-E 130 series Video endoscopes  
  (with a flexible length of 1220mm and a diameter of 6mm)

- PCE-E 122 series Video endoscopes
  (with a flexible length of 1220mm and a diameter of 9mm)

- PCE-E 240 series Video endoscopes
  (with a length of 2400mm and a diameter of 8.6mm)

- PCE-VE 110 series Video endoscopes
  (total length of 930mm and a diameter of 10.5mm, connects to a computer)

- PCE-VE 320 / PCE-330 / PCE-340 series Video endoscopes
  (cable length of 2m and a diameter of 5.5mm, 2GB memory, software)

- PCE-CLE 150 series Video endoscopes
  (adjustable cold light source, cable length of 1000mm and a diameter of 8mm)

Video endoscopes are so easy to use, a technician with minimal experience can carry out an analysis. Below are the principle functions of video endoscopes, which are the same for all models.

1   Focal ring for fine image adjustment.

2   Light switch to activate illumination of the area being inspected

3   Handle (grip)

Video endoscopes in general function without the possibility of capturing images. We do however, offer an adaptor which will allow you to connect the video endoscope to a digital camera, permitting you to capture images, digitise them and document them in a PC. The adaptor has a diameter of 37mm. It is a standard adaptor for most types of digital cameras, although some models will require another adaptor to accomodate from 52mm or 48mm to 37mm. Unfortunately we only have the 37mm adaptor available from our store, the other adaptors can be found at shops specializing in photography and its components, for example, Hama.

You will find we sell adaptors for many types of the video endoscopes that we have available
 

                                                     
Click these image links to view large format images. There is also a brief video which shows an endoscope being used to inspect an American race car: video. 
Click here to see images of video scopes in use in situ.

Take into account that video endoscopes can only be adapted to fit the size of digital camera previously mentioned and that it's not possible to use any size digital camera. With a digital camera attached, areas being inspected can be recorded using video endoscopes. Contact us regarding any doubts you might have regarding video endoscopes or the camara adaptor.  Our technicians will be pleased to address your query.

The video endoscopes are composed of a flexible fibre optic cable and a solid, water resistant handle. They have thousands of optical fibres made into an optical cable where at each end the fibres are placed in the same position. This configuration allows the fibres to transmit images of very high quality. A ray of light is sent from a source in the handle to the end of the video endoscopes. A high bright LED and a button on the handle makes it possible to illuminate the area being observed.

As an optional component, we have available a 45° mirror attachment to increase the field of vision. You can also order a magnet attachment to locate missing magnetic objects, such as screws, and extract them.

General information about video endoscopes: Video endoscopes have a cylindrical form that contains a light and a lens that magnifies the image from the optic fibres to allow a visualization of the area being analysed to determine the fault. Video endoscopes have been traditionally used within the medical industry. Today, they are commonly used in the industrial sector to inspect cavities with limited accessibility (injection molds, machinery, motors, casting, etc). Our video endoscopes are flexible and return to their original form after they are extracted. For documentation we offer these video endoscopes with camera and video adaptors. The two images above show two examples of video endoscopes at work. To the right you can see that an automobile's exhaust pipe is being inspected for oxidation, obstructions and fractures. To the left it is being used to inspect the plumbing of a sink for obstructions.
Please note: Our video endoscopes are not to be used for medical applications.  They can only be used in the industrial sector, DIY, product development along with personal use such as for hobbiests.

If you wish to view or print the selection of video endoscopes from our catalogue, click on the PDF symbol