FLIR CM174 Imaging Clamp Meter

FLIR has released what is claimed to be the world’s first thermal imaging clamp meter, the CM174 Imaging Clamp Meter with IGM (Infrared Guided Measurement).

The CM174 600A AC/DC clamp meter has a built-in thermal camera that powers FLIR’s IGM technology, which visually guides users to temperature differences and pinpoints anomalies. Electricians may even find new issues they didn’t expect to see, expanding their scope of work. For instance, they might have a hunch that a faulty motor controller caused an equipment failure, but after using CM174 they discover that an overheating motor or a loose connection was to blame.

If an electrician is facing cluttered wires or scanning complex panels for hazards, they can stay at a safe distance and use IGM to show them the anomalies without reaching into the panel. The narrow-jaw design and built-in work lights make it easier to clamp the meter around wires in tight spaces and in poor lighting conditions. The CM174 validates findings with advanced measurement features to help solve the most complex electrical issues and is useful for checking repairs and ensuring problem areas have returned to normal.