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AIT K Series HD Videoscope with Motor-Driven Articulation

The AIT K Series is an HD videoscope built around motor-driven 360° articulation — putting precise joystick control over the probe tip in situations where mechanical systems lose feel and responsiveness over distance. Inspect engines, turbines, compressor stages, castings, and confined mechanical assemblies without teardown, across probe diameters from 1mm to 8mm and lengths up to 30 meters. The modular three-part design — handset, probe, battery — accepts interchangeable probes in front, side, and dual-view configurations, letting technicians cover radial features, cross-passages, and forward inspection paths without a second instrument. The 5.7" 1920×1080 touchscreen delivers footage in full HD clarity. Hot-swap batteries rated at 4+ hours each keep inspections running through a full shift.

Available probe configurations

Diameter Lengths available Articulation
1.8 mm (0.07") 1.0, 1.5 m 2-Way
2.2 mm (0.09") 1.0, 1.5, 2.0 m 2-Way
2.8 mm (0.11") 1.0, 1.5, 2.0 m 4-Way 360°
3.8 mm (0.15") 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0 m 4-Way 360°
6.0 mm (0.24") 1.5, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 7.0, 10.0 m 4-Way 360°
8.0 mm (0.31") 1.5, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 7.0, 10.0 m 4-Way 360°

Full configuration matrix in the Product Information tab. 1.0 mm non-articulating probe (1.0 m, front view) also available.

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HD Videoscope with Motor-Driven Articulation for Industrial and Aerospace Inspection

Every time a turbine, compressor, gearbox, or engine goes into teardown for a visual check that could have been done with a borescope, it costs inspection teams time, money, and the risk that comes with every reassembly. The AIT K Series eliminates that calculation. With a motor-driven joystick that steers the probe tip to any angle — 360° rotation, 210° bending — inspection technicians access hot-gas paths, compressor stages, combustion chambers, and confined mechanical assemblies in a single scope entry, documenting findings and returning equipment to service without disassembly.

What sets the K Series apart from mechanical articulating systems is where control matters most: at distance. Motor-driven articulation responds to the joystick with consistent precision whether the probe is 1 meter or 30 meters into the assembly — no cable resistance, no lag, no lost feel as insertion length increases. Pair that with up to 2MP sensor resolution on a 5.7" full-HD display, and a modular probe system spanning 1mm to 8mm diameter in front, side, and dual-view configurations, and you have a single instrument that covers the full range of inspection work without a secondary scope.

Key Capabilities

  • Motor-Driven 360° Articulation — Steer the probe tip to any angle with a joystick that maintains consistent response over the full 30m probe length. Set articulation speed, lock position for sustained inspection of a single area, or reset to center with one touch.
  • Full-HD Imaging on a 5.7" Touchscreen — A 1920×1080 display with up to 2MP sensor renders hairline cracks and surface defects in full color at zero-lag frame rates. Five-step LED illumination adapts to conditions ranging from reflective metal surfaces to deep, low-light cavities.
  • Modular 1mm–8mm Interchangeable Probe System — One handset covers front, side, and dual-view probes across every diameter from 1mm to 8mm in lengths up to 30m. Swap configurations between inspection tasks in seconds — no secondary scope, no second instrument case.
  • High-Temperature Warning System — Probe temperature displays continuously on screen. At 70°C the indicator turns yellow; at 80°C it flashes red; at 85°C the system sounds an alarm and shuts down the camera automatically to prevent probe damage during hot-section inspections.
  • Multiple Measurement Modes — Standard Measurement delivers exact length, depth, and area directly on the live image. Comparative Mode scales measurements against a known reference feature for fast pass/fail checks — no separate measurement tool required.

Probe System and Modular Architecture

The K Series splits into three quick-change modules: handset, probe, and battery. Probe configurations span 1.0mm to 8.0mm diameter with front, side, and dual-view options; 2-way articulation on 1.8mm; 360°/2-way on 2.2mm; full 360° on all 2.8mm and larger probes. Contact AIT for details on the full configuration catalog.

Where the K Series Fits

The K Series is the right choice for inspection programs that have outgrown mechanical articulation. For inspection programs where motorized precision and a wide probe catalog are the primary requirements, the K Series covers the field with Free Lifetime Tech Support backing every instrument.

Display

  • Screen Size: 5.7" HD touchscreen
  • Display Resolution: 1920 × 1080
  • Design: Hand-held, modular

Camera / Imaging

  • Sensor: Up to 2MP (1MP standard; 2MP available — contact AIT for details)
  • Image Format: PNG
  • Video Format: MP4
  • Video Output: HDMI mirroring

Articulation

  • Articulation Type: Motor-driven, joystick-controlled
  • Articulation Range: 360° All-Way
  • Bending Angle: 210°
  • Probe Positioning: Articulation lock with fine adjustment

Probe / Insertion Tube

  • Compatible Probe Diameters: 1.0mm – 8.0mm (interchangeable)
  • Maximum Effective Work Length: Up to 30m (100 ft) — configuration dependent
  • Probe Material: Wear-resistant tungsten braid
  • View Options: Front, side, dual (configuration dependent)
  • Light Source: Five-level LED or fiber (configuration dependent)
  • IP Rating: Probe and lens rated IP64

Power / Battery

  • Battery Type: 11.1V / 3200mAh Li-ion
  • Working Time: ≥ 4 hours per battery; supports charging while in use
  • Battery Design: Hot-swap; fast-charge dock; PD power bank compatible

Shell and Housing

  • Shell Material: PC + ABS
  • Housing Material: Titanium alloy
  • Operating System: Real-time, multi-task OS

Recording and Reporting

  • Storage Medium: TF Card
  • Included Storage: 32 GB TF card with USB reader
  • Maximum Supported Storage: 128 GB
  • Reporting: Built-in inspection report generation software

Data Interfaces

  • Ports: USB-C, TF card slot, 3.5mm audio jack, HDMI
  • Audio Output: 3.5mm headset jack

System Dimensions and Weight

  • Overall Size: 13.1 × 6.6 × 5.2 in (334 × 167 × 132mm)
  • Weight (including probe): ≈ 3.5 lb (1.6 kg)

Included in the Box

  • Instrument case
  • Videoscope handset
  • Battery and charger
  • 32 GB TF card and USB card reader
  • Data cable
  • Manual and certificate

Aviation MRO and Engine Inspection

MRO technicians use the K Series to inspect PT6 turbine engines, CFM56 combustion chambers, CF34 compressor stages, and APU internals — checking turbine blades for FOD, tip rubs, trailing edge tears, and oxidation damage, and compressor blades for erosion, nicks, and cracks. The 360° All-Way articulation on 6mm and 8mm probes steers to any blade face without withdrawing and repositioning the probe between stages. Automatic Defect ID flags suspected indications as the technician advances, reducing the probability of missed findings during long borescope sessions. Fuel and hydraulic line access paths and hidden structural cavities in wings and fuselage are accessible with the 1mm to 3.8mm probe options.

Power Generation — Gas Turbines and Rotating Equipment

Power generation maintenance teams use the K Series to inspect turbine hot-gas paths, first-stage blades, compressor sections, and transition pieces on Solar Turbine Taurus, Titan, and Mars series engines — as well as GE Frame turbines, boiler tubes, steam piping, and gearbox internals during planned outages. The motor-driven articulation maintains precise tip control through the tortuous access paths of hot-section inspection ports, and the high-temperature warning system protects the probe during inspections where residual heat remains in the section. Five-step LED illumination handles the contrast variations between cooled blade surfaces and soot-coated combustion hardware.

Defense and Military Equipment

Defense maintenance teams use the K Series to inspect weapon barrel bores for erosion and rifling wear, launch tube interiors, power-train internals on armored vehicles, and critical welds and joints on military hardware. The titanium alloy housing handles field conditions, and the hot-swap battery system keeps the instrument operational through extended maintenance cycles without access to facility power. Probe diameters from 1mm accommodate the narrowest access ports on aerospace and ground vehicle components without modification.

Manufacturing and Quality Assurance

Manufacturing QA teams use the K Series to inspect weld seams on tanks and pressure vessels, welded and brazed tube bundles in heat exchangers, and internal passages in complex fabricated assemblies before final acceptance. The multiple measurement modes let QA technicians document weld geometry, cavity dimensions, and surface conditions directly on captured images — generating a formatted report from the instrument without returning to a workstation. Probes from 1mm to 8mm cover casting cores, machined bores, valve seats, and internal passages that vary across part families.

Metal Castings and Precision Components

Foundries and precision machining operations use the K Series for final QA of cast housings, gearboxes, pump bodies, and turbine castings — verifying internal surface finish, checking for porosity or inclusion defects, and confirming that cooling passages and oil galleries are clear and correctly formed. The Automatic Defect ID software highlights surface anomalies for review during the inspection pass, reducing the time between scope insertion and documented finding. Side-view and dual-view probes inspect radial features and cross-passages that forward-view cameras cannot reach without repositioning.

Energy Infrastructure and Industrial Maintenance

Industrial maintenance teams at refineries, chemical plants, and power facilities use the K Series to inspect fired heater tubes, boiler internals, heat exchanger tube bundles, and rotating equipment during scheduled maintenance windows. The 30m maximum probe reach covers long heat exchanger tube runs from a single insertion point, and the modular probe system allows technicians to switch between tube sizes across the same inspection without carrying multiple instruments. Gearbox internals, pump casings, and compressor valve passages are accessible through the 3.8mm to 8mm probe range.


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