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In the realm of technology, smartphones have become versatile tools, capable of performing tasks that were once the domain of specialized equipment. One such area is thermal imaging, traditionally the preserve of professional-grade cameras. However, with the advent of affordable solutions, it's now possible to convert your smartphone into a thermal camera.
Built-in Thermal Sensor Phones
Leading the pack is the Blackview BL9000 Pro, a rugged smartphone that boasts a FLIR® Lepton 3.5 thermal camera module with 160x120 thermal resolution. This phone is designed to capture thermal images and comes with built-in software (MyFLIR® Pro) for thermal imaging, making it a plug-and-play thermal camera solution without extra hardware.
External Thermal Camera Modules
For those who don't own a phone with a built-in thermal sensor, external thermal camera attachments offer an affordable alternative. Devices like the FLIR One, Seek Thermal, and Thermal Master P2 can be plugged into your phone via USB or Lightning port, transforming it into a thermal camera. These attachments come with their own software apps that allow your smartphone to capture thermal images and video.
Among these, the Thermal Master P2 is a compact thermal imaging device that can connect to smartphones, typically via USB or Bluetooth. Using the Thermal Master P2 along with its dedicated app turns your smartphone into a thermal camera by streaming thermal data from the device to your phone screen.
Thermal Camera Apps
While software apps that simulate thermal imaging on regular cameras are available, they don't capture true thermal radiation and are often much less accurate than hardware-based solutions.
Comparison of Methods
| Method | Description | Devices/Tools Needed | Cost & Accuracy | |--------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------|----------------------------| | Built-in thermal sensor phone | Phones like Blackview BL9000 Pro with FLIR® thermal cameras built-in | Blackview BL9000 Pro or similar | Moderate cost, high accuracy | | External thermal camera modules | Attachments like FLIR One, Seek Thermal, Thermal Master P2 that connect via USB/Bluetooth | Thermal Master P2 or FLIR One | Affordable, accurate thermal data | | Thermal camera apps only | Software apps that simulate thermal imaging on regular cameras | App only | Low cost, limited accuracy |
Purchase Options
If you're interested in the Thermal Master P2, it's available on AliExpress with a $20 discount using code THERMFOCUSP2. Alternatively, you can purchase it on Amazon with a 5% discount using the same code. The Thermal Master P2 Pro is also available on Amazon, and in their official store with a $50 discount and an additional 10% off using code THERMALP2.
The Blackview BL9000 Pro can be purchased on Amazon and AliExpress. This rugged smartphone with an integrated FLIR thermal camera offers a moderate cost and high accuracy solution for those seeking a built-in thermal sensor phone.
Applications of Thermal Vision
Thermal vision has incredible applications, from detecting people and animals to diagnosing electrical installations and pipeline defects. It's a method that allows seeing in the dark and detecting objects through obstacles, a feature that can prove invaluable in various scenarios.
For more information and a detailed discussion on the best options for having thermal vision on a mobile device, check out the video linked below.
Video: The Best Options for Thermal Vision on a Mobile Device
Link to purchase the Blackview BL9000 Pro on Amazon
Link to purchase the Blackview BL9000 Pro on AliExpress
Link to purchase the Thermal Master P2 on Amazon
Link to purchase the Thermal Master P2 on AliExpress
Link to purchase the Thermal Master P2 Pro on Amazon
Link to purchase the Thermal Master P2 Pro on their official store
Link to purchase the PIR WiFi Sensor on Amazon
Link to purchase the PIR WiFi Sensor on AliExpress
- With the advent of solutions like the Thermal Master P2, smartphones can be transformed into powerful thermal cameras, expanding the realm of what these gadgets can do and bringing thermal imaging technology within the reach of more people.
- For those who are particularly interested in harnessing the power of thermal imaging without investing in a smartphone with a built-in thermal sensor, external gadgets such as the FLIR One, Seek Thermal, or Thermal Master P2 offer a practical and affordable way to convert their smartphones into efficient thermal cameras.
