Is the FLIR E5 Pro good for electrical inspections?

Yes. Its 160 x 120 detector and Delta T readings cover panel and connection checks, and MSX helps you match hot spots to the right breaker or terminal.

How does it compare with the FLIR E8 Pro?

The E8 Pro has a higher-resolution detector and more pixels per image. The E5 Pro is simpler and cheaper, and is enough for most building and electrical scans.

Does it need a phone or app to work?

No. It works as a standalone camera with its touchscreen. A FLIR Ignite account is only needed to upload, edit and share images in the cloud.

The camera, a hard carrying case, the installed battery, a power supply with EU, UK, US and AU plugs, FLIR Thermal Studio Starter software and documentation.

Can it measure temperature?

Yes. It is a radiometric camera, so it records temperature data in each image and supports spot measurements and Delta T comparisons.

Is it good for finding air leaks and moisture?

It can show temperature differences from air leaks and moisture, but 160 x 120 resolution is best for nearby targets. For fine detail on large areas, a higher-resolution model helps.

Where is the FLIR E5 Pro cheapest?

At Cole-Parmer, for $1,399.00, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the FLIR E5 Pro?

15 stores we checked sell it, including Mouser, TEquipment, Test Equipment Depot, Cole-Parmer, Forestry Suppliers.

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What reviewers say

Owners of the E5 Pro generally describe it as an easy first thermal camera for electrical and building work. They like the MSX image clarity and the simple touchscreen, and some wish for more resolution and lens options.

What people mention

Image clarityPraisedOwners say MSX makes thermal images easier to interpret by showing edges and labels.
Ease of usePraisedThe touchscreen and one-touch level and span are described as quick to learn.
ResolutionMixedSome say 160 x 120 is fine for panels and walls but shows less detail on small or distant targets.
LensCriticisedThe fixed lens is seen as a limit for close-up or wide-area work compared with models that take other lenses.
ReportingPraisedOn-image comments and FLIR Ignite uploads are liked for turning inspections into reports.

About the FLIR E5 Pro

The FLIR E5 Pro is a thermal imaging camera with a 160 x 120 thermal resolution, or 19,200 pixels. It also has a 5 MP visual camera and an LED lamp. FLIR MSX embosses visual details onto the thermal image.

A 3.5-inch touchscreen with 640 x 480 resolution shows the image. It offers 1-touch level and span, plus pan and zoom. Delta T (NFPA 70B compliant) and on-image comments are inserted into reports automatically.

Images upload directly to the FLIR Ignite cloud, where they can be edited, organized and shared, and quick reports can be made.

Thermal resolution

160 x 120 (19,200 pixels)

Visual camera

5 MP, with LED lamp

Display

3.5-inch touchscreen, 640 x 480

Image enhancement

FLIR MSX

Reporting

Delta T (NFPA 70B compliant) and on-image comments auto-inserted

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