Request InfoSunoptic Technologies LLCSunoptic Technologies LLC’s Copperhead borescopes can be remotely steered to allow the user to view otherwise inaccessible areas with patent-pending two- and four-way Dura-Flex articulation. Internal fiber optics illuminate the target and reflect images to an eyepiece or camera. The instruments have a rugged design, bright and clear optics, and wide-angle fields of view. They are available in various lengths and diameters and are adaptable to video cameras. Applications include quality assurance, preventive maintenance inspection, security, chimney inspection, and inspection for mold and...See full productRelated content from Photonics MediaPRODUCTSPhotonics.com 10/14/2022LWIR Camera CoreThe Dione 1024 LWIR camera core from Xenics NV provides small size, low weight, low power, and low cost for imaging applications. 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