Waterproof Pipe Inspection Camera 35m, 38mm Camera Head, 512Hz Sonde, from DN100

Our waterproof pipe inspection camera from the RWF series in the 38mm version is built for the larger nominal sizes: pipes and drains from DN100 to DN300 – even in the rain, because the control case is splash-proof (IPX4) even when open. While other inspection cameras have to be packed away as soon as it starts raining, with the RWF you simply keep working. With photo and video recording you document every pipe inspection without gaps.

At the heart of this pipe inspection camera is the self-levelling 38mm camera head: the gravity-balanced camera module keeps the picture upright on the monitor at all times – no matter how often the camera head twists inside the pipe. The proven Sony CCD camera module together with 12 brightness-adjustable LEDs and the wide 120° viewing angle delivers a bright, high-contrast image that reveals every detail of the pipe's condition – protected by a highly scratch-resistant sapphire glass lens cover in a stainless steel housing. Mounted on the push cable, the camera head is waterproof to a maximum water depth of 20m. Nevertheless, make sure the pipe is as free of standing waste water as possible: once the camera head is submerged, nothing can be seen in murky water. If necessary, clear the pipe first so the residual water can drain off.

The 512Hz sonde (locating transmitter) is built directly into the camera head in this version. This lets you pinpoint the position of the camera head in the pipe from the surface at any time – using a locator such as the vLoc3 locator.

The rotating cable drum (also called a cable reel) carries the red fibreglass push cable – often referred to as a push rod – 35m long and 6.8mm in diameter: the stiff configuration with plenty of pushing range for pipes and drains from DN100. The 38mm camera head passes 87° bends from DN100. For smaller pipes from DN50, the RWF is available with a 23mm Full HD camera head on the 5.2mm push cable.

The rugged fibreglass push cable is simply pulled out of the cable drum and fed into the pipe. For breaks, clamp it into the slotted retaining groove on the frame – leaving both hands free to operate the camera. After the pipe inspection and for transport, the cup-shaped parking holder takes the camera head securely and protects it from damage.

Operation is child's play: the buttons on the control panel carry self-explanatory pictograms. At the touch of a button you take photos, record videos, adjust the brightness of the camera head LEDs or play back recordings on the spot. The English-language menu (14 menu languages in total) covers basic settings such as date, time and display options. The integrated metre counter overlays the deployed cable length directly on the camera image – together with the time stamp, every recording becomes solid proof of inspection. With the wireless keyboard you can also overlay your own text (e.g. site address or defect description), and the remote control conveniently drives recording and playback from a distance.

Videos and photos of the pipe inspection are saved to the SD card (included, already inserted). To review them, simply remove the SD card and read it directly on your computer.

Pipe inspection camera – technical data:

• Waterproof pipe inspection camera – control case splash-proof even when open (IPX4), can be used in the rain
• 38mm camera head, self-levelling (stainless steel, sapphire glass lens cover), waterproof to max. 20m water depth – for pipes and drains DN100–300
• 512Hz sonde built into the camera head – locate it from the surface at any time
• 1/3″ Sony CCD camera module, 480 TV lines (SD, CVBS)
• 120° viewing angle
• 12 brightness-adjustable LEDs in the camera head
• Excellent bend navigation: 87° bends from DN100 (38mm camera head on the 6.8mm push cable)
• 2 guides included: 78mm guide ball and 134mm roller skid
• 35m rugged fibreglass push cable (red, 6.8mm) on a rotating cable drum
• Large 10.1″ colour display with 1024 × 600 pixel resolution
• Integrated metre counter in the camera image (switchable metres/feet)
• Time stamp with date and time, can be shown in the image
• Wireless keyboard with protective cover (IPX4) for text overlays and documentation
• Video recording to SD card (included; up to 64GB, Class 10)
• Snapshot function for photos even while video recording is running
• Remote control for convenient operation and playback of recordings
• Audio recording via integrated microphone, switchable
• Menu languages: 14, incl. English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian
• Li-ion battery for 6–7 hours of operation (charging time approx. 10h)
• Mains adapter and 12V car charger included
• Mains operation with parallel charging – without extending the charging time
• Extremely rugged case
• Sunshade for better display readability
• Weight: from approx. 13kg (depending on configuration)