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Update To Thermal Master’s Tiny P2 Smartphone Camera

Way back in October 2023, I reported on the InfiniRay P2 Pro thermal imaging camera. The response to the review was incredible, attracting more than 100,000 views. Now the Thermal Master P2 has been transformed with a new version that can turn an Android smartphone or tablet into a high-resolution thermal camera.

The new Thermal Master P2 is small enough to fit on a keyring and measures just 27 x 18 x 9.8mm and weighs only 10g. It’s a compact device that comes with its own attachable carry case so it’s always available.

Despite its compact dimensions, the P2 has some powerful features and an infrared resolution of 256 x 192, with the option to upscale to 512 x 384 in HD mode, which uses millions of data points and is AI-powered with deep-learning algorithms to enhance the clarity of the images for enhancing fine details even when its used in challenging outdoor environments, something that’s not always possible with larger and more expensive devices.

Thermal Master P2 is tiny and weighs just 10g. Thermal Master

The P2 can detect subtle temperature variations on a circuit board or when hunting for a leak in a home’s insulation. The camera can measure temperatures as high as 1,112°F (600°C) making it a versatile tool for a variety of applications, ranging from industrial inspections to everyday home maintenance.

The P2 Android Thermal Camera isn’t just a smart piece of technology as it has genuinely useful applications. For example, homeowners can use it to check the energy efficiency of their home when identifying areas where heat may be leaking and where insulation needs beefing up. It’s also useful for detecting leaks in walls, floors or a roof.

For anyone working in the tech and engineering fields, the P2 is something of a game-changer thanks to its precision and accuracy of ±1.5°C, allowing for detailed inspection of circuit boards. It can be used for complex tasks like troubleshooting the motherboard of a smartphone that is overheating. The thermal camera quickly reveals malfunctioning capacitors that are running hot.

The images produced by the P2 can be analysed and used to identify things like malfunctioning capacitors on a smartphone's circuit board. Thermal Master

The ability to zoom in by a factor of 15 while detecting temperature shifts as small as 0.25mm is impressive. Given its low power consumption of just 0.3W, the P2 won’t drain the battery of its host smartphone. For example, with a Samsung Galaxy S23+, the manufacturer claims the camera can give up to 360 minutes of use from a single battery charge. That level of energy efficiency means the P2 can be used throughout the day without the worry it will drain the phone’s battery.

Tech gadgets often promise more than they can deliver, but the ThermalMaster P2 seems to do exactly what it says on the box. It’s a small and powerful device that’s versatile enough to earn a place in any technician’s toolbox. Whether you’re a homeowner looking to improve energy efficiency, a DIY enthusiast tackling home repairs, or a professional who needs a reliable tool for thermal inspections, this little device could be the answer.

Pricing & Availability: Thermal Master P2 camera is available from Thermal Master’s official website and Amazon priced at $199.

Tech Specs:

IR resolution: 256×192 @12μm.

Thermal range: -4℉～1112℉ (-20℃～600℃).

Refresh rate: 25Hz.

Thermal sensitivity: <40mk@25℃.

Field of view: 56˚ × 42.2˚

System: Android 6.0 and above.

Dimensions: 27 × 18 × 9.8mm.

Weight: 10g.

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