Teslong Two‑Way Articulating Borescope 5.5mm 📷
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Product description
This handheld inspection camera from Teslong brings flexible visual access to tight spaces, pairing a slim 5.5 mm probe with an articulating tip and a 5.0 inch LCD for clearer inspections in automotive, HVAC and mechanical maintenance. The main benefit is quick, on-the-spot visual diagnosis with adjustable lighting and magnification options that help you spot wear, leaks or blockages without disassembling assemblies.
Key Points
The borescope offers two-way articulation at the probe tip, allowing controlled bending to inspect around corners and behind components. The 5.5 mm diameter probe fits into narrow openings commonly found in engines, ductwork and machinery, making it useful for routine checks or troubleshooting. The built-in illumination can be adjusted to reduce glare or brighten dark cavities, and fixed digital zoom settings help examine fine details. Note that, according to the manufacturer, the display uses an IPS panel for improved viewing angles and colour reproduction.
Technical Specifications
Name: Teslong Two-Way Articulating Borescope
- Probe diameter: 5.5 mm
- Display: 5.0 inch LCD IPS with fixed magnification options (1.3x, 1.5x)
- Probe length: 5 ft flexible snake scope
- Lighting: adjustable LED illumination on probe head
Benefits
A larger 5.0 inch screen makes visual checks more comfortable than smaller displays, reducing eye strain during longer inspections and helping the operator to spot fine defects more quickly. The two-step magnification choices assist when you need a closer view of a joint or component without losing contextual orientation. The 5 ft flexible cable balances reach and control, so you can guide the probe into cavities and still manage the handheld unit comfortably.
Practical Tips
For automotive work, insert the probe gently and use the articulation controls to sweep behind manifolds and around timing covers, observing how light levels affect image clarity. In HVAC duct inspections, move the probe slowly to minimise vibration and adjust LED brightness to avoid washed-out reflections from metallic surfaces. Consider using a cloth or light adhesive to secure the monitor to a stable surface when both hands are required for probe manipulation.
A nuance to consider is that fixed magnification values may not replace continuous digital zoom in every situation, so if you need variable enlargement beyond the provided steps you might prefer a model with digital zoom capabilities. Also, although the probe is slim and flexible, take care when feeding it past sharp edges to avoid damage to the outer sheath.
Overall the unit aims to streamline routine inspections by combining a slim, articulating probe with a larger IPS display and practical lighting and reach for professional and DIY applications.
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Description:
This handheld inspection camera from Teslong brings flexible visual access to tight spaces, pairing a slim 5.5 mm probe with an articulating tip and a 5.0 inch LCD for clearer inspections in automotive, HVAC and mechanical maintenance. The main benefit is quick, on-the-spot visual diagnosis with adjustable lighting and magnification options that help you spot wear, leaks or blockages without disassembling assemblies.
Key Points
The borescope offers two-way articulation at the probe tip, allowing controlled bending to inspect around corners and behind components. The 5.5 mm diameter probe fits into narrow openings commonly found in engines, ductwork and machinery, making it useful for routine checks or troubleshooting. The built-in illumination can be adjusted to reduce glare or brighten dark cavities, and fixed digital zoom settings help examine fine details. Note that, according to the manufacturer, the display uses an IPS panel for improved viewing angles and colour reproduction.
Technical Specifications
Name: Teslong Two-Way Articulating Borescope
- Probe diameter: 5.5 mm
- Display: 5.0 inch LCD IPS with fixed magnification options (1.3x, 1.5x)
- Probe length: 5 ft flexible snake scope
- Lighting: adjustable LED illumination on probe head
Benefits
A larger 5.0 inch screen makes visual checks more comfortable than smaller displays, reducing eye strain during longer inspections and helping the operator to spot fine defects more quickly. The two-step magnification choices assist when you need a closer view of a joint or component without losing contextual orientation. The 5 ft flexible cable balances reach and control, so you can guide the probe into cavities and still manage the handheld unit comfortably.
Practical Tips
For automotive work, insert the probe gently and use the articulation controls to sweep behind manifolds and around timing covers, observing how light levels affect image clarity. In HVAC duct inspections, move the probe slowly to minimise vibration and adjust LED brightness to avoid washed-out reflections from metallic surfaces. Consider using a cloth or light adhesive to secure the monitor to a stable surface when both hands are required for probe manipulation.
A nuance to consider is that fixed magnification values may not replace continuous digital zoom in every situation, so if you need variable enlargement beyond the provided steps you might prefer a model with digital zoom capabilities. Also, although the probe is slim and flexible, take care when feeding it past sharp edges to avoid damage to the outer sheath.
Overall the unit aims to streamline routine inspections by combining a slim, articulating probe with a larger IPS display and practical lighting and reach for professional and DIY applications.
