H.VIR Comet infrared window, window for infrared camera and thermographic analysis

It has been demonstrated that 40% of the fires originate from electric circuit connections. The preventive IR inspection of these areas is appropriate to reduce this risk.
The H.VIR* is a patented window enabling a safe visual and IR ( band 2 and 3 ) non destructive inspection of internal areas of protected closed cells.
It is specially adapted to the inspection of major electrical components. Permanently fitted on switchboards, transformer panels, cell doors, it constantly permits an IR surveying without downtime.
Many electric equipment manufacturs all over the world now include the H.VIR in their offer.

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*H.VIR® IS A COMET REGISTERED TRADE-MARK

SAVINGS
The H.VIR window enables preventive inspections of critical areas without interrupting or disturbing the process.

SAFETY
Without H.VIR, the IR inspection may be impossible or dangerous .
In particular, it permits a safe inspection of high voltage equipment.

APPROVAL
The H.VIR has been widely distributed all over the world since 1995 and it passed different tests relating to explosion proof cells.

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THE WINDOW COMPRISES :
A waterproof metallic frame ( IP47 level of the NF EN 60529 standard ) to be fitted on the equipement panel by means of 3 screws and an o-ring wich are supplied with.

A transparent impact resisting ( IK07 level of the NF EN 50102 standard ), external protecting shield which can be opened or closed by means of a magnetic lock.

An optical window transparent to UV, visible and IR radiations according to the working wavelengths.