Understanding and Interpreting Thermal Images

• boundaries of a defect.

3.3.3 Reporting Standards

Every finding must be reported clearly:

1. Location: Precise identification (e.g., Panel A, Breaker 14, Phase C).
2. Image: Include both the thermal image and the corresponding visible light image (if available).
3. Data: Record the Max Temp, Background Temp, Emissivity used, and Ambient Temp.
4. Classification: Assign a severity level (e.g., Minor Deviation, Action Required, Critical Fault) based on established standards (e.g., Infrared Training Center (ITC) guidelines).

By mastering color interpretation, understanding the physics of emissivity, and rigorously documenting findings using analytical tools, you transform raw data into valuable diagnostic information.