Palmscope - General Tools & Instruments

The General Tools & Instruments Palmscope DCS950 is a professional-grade video inspection system designed for precise visual diagnostics in demanding automotive and industrial environments. This compact, handheld borescope, often referred to as a general palm scope, provides technicians and mechanics with efficient visual access to hard-to-reach areas without extensive disassembly, streamlining maintenance and inspection tasks. It is an indispensable tool for non-destructive inspections.

Key Features

• Compact and Portable Design: Sized to fit comfortably in a pocket or attach to a belt, ensuring immediate availability for on-site inspections and diagnostics.
• Durable, Shape-Retaining Probe: The 24-inch (0.6m) long, 0.35-inch (9mm) diameter probe holds its configured shape for precise navigation and boasts an IP67 rating for robust resistance to water, dust, and oil.
• Clear, Illuminated Viewing: Four integrated camera LEDs provide bright, crisp video on the 2.7-inch color LCD, ensuring detailed visibility in challenging low-light conditions.
• Intuitive Image Control: Four screen controls enable brightness adjustment, 1-4X zoom in six steps, and a 180° image flip for optimized viewing and analysis.
• Versatile Probe Tip Accessories: Includes a pickup hook, magnetic pickup, 45° mirror, and thread protector, expanding utility for various professional inspection and retrieval tasks.

Applications

The Palmscope DCS950 serves as a versatile diagnostic tool across multiple professional settings:

• Automotive Diagnostics: Efficiently inspect engine cylinders through spark plug holes, examine engine compartments for fluid leaks, or check undercarriages for wear and damage without extensive vehicle disassembly.
• Plumbing & HVAC Inspections: Ideal for viewing inside drains, pipes, and behind fixtures to identify blockages, leaks, or corrosion, and for precise HVAC duct inspections to pinpoint debris or damage.
• Industrial Maintenance: Perform non-destructive visual inspections within machinery, electrical panels, and other confined industrial spaces, as well as for general facility maintenance.
• Object Retrieval: Utilize the included pickup hook and magnetic attachments to retrieve small, lost metal objects from inaccessible locations, enhancing workshop efficiency.

Specifications

• Model Number: DCS950
• Weight: 9 ounces
• Dimensions: 5.4 x 2.9 x 1.5 inches (136 x 73 x 39mm)
• LCD Size: 2.7 inches (68.6mm) diagonal color display
• Probe Length: 24 inches (0.6m)
• Probe Diameter: 0.35 inches (9mm)
• Probe Resistance: IP67 standard for water, dust, and oil
• Impact Resistance: Drop-proof from 1 meter (39 inches)
• Power Source: Four "AAA" batteries (not included)