{"product_id":"thermal-master-p3-smartphone-thermal-camera","title":"Thermal Master P3 Thermal Camera for iPhone and Android, 256×192, Macro Focus","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Thermal Master P3 is a plug-in thermal camera for Android, iPhone and PC. It pairs a native 256×192 sensor with X³IR enhancement to 512×384, sensitivity under 35 mK, a range up to 600°C and a manual-focus lens with macro capability, which makes it a strong pick for fine electronics work as well as general inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e256×192 VOx sensor, enhanced to 512×384 with X³IR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnder 35 mK sensitivity at 25 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e-20°C to 600°C, ±2°C or ±2%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual focus with macro for close-up work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with Android, iOS and PC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFull specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfrared sensor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256×192 VOx, 12 μm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 512×384 (X³IR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal sensitivity (NETD):\u003c\/strong\u003e under 35 mK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefresh rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature range:\u003c\/strong\u003e -20°C to 600°C (-4°F to 1,112°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±2°C or ±2%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLens:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.3 mm, field of view about 40° × 30°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFocus:\u003c\/strong\u003e manual, with macro focus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower draw:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 0.32 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Android, iOS and PC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat the specs mean in practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolution and spot size.\u003c\/strong\u003e 256×192 gives 49,152 temperature points. With a roughly 40° field of view each pixel covers about 2.7 mm at 1 m, so small components show up clearly when you are close.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Under 35 mK is among the best on our phone cameras. It helps reveal faint heat patterns, such as a slightly warm component or a subtle draft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual macro focus.\u003c\/strong\u003e You can adjust focus for close-up views of small parts. That is the main reason to choose the P3 for PCB inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat you can use it for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics repair:\u003c\/strong\u003e find a hot component on a powered board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHVAC and electrical:\u003c\/strong\u003e check connections, motors and equipment up to 600°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding checks:\u003c\/strong\u003e find insulation gaps, leaks and moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMixed-device work:\u003c\/strong\u003e use the same camera with an Android phone, an iPhone or a laptop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho should look elsewhere\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a standalone camera with its own screen. See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mileseey-tr20-handheld-thermal-camera\"\u003eMILESEEY TR20\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a lower-cost entry model for casual home checks. See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/uni-t-uti120-mobile-android-thermal-imager\"\u003eUNI-T UTi120 Mobile\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/thermal-master-p2-usb-c-thermal-camera\"\u003eThermal Master P2\u003c\/a\u003e: Android only, 40 mK sensitivity, even smaller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/topdon-tc001-max-smartphone-thermal-camera\"\u003eTOPDON TC001 Max\u003c\/a\u003e: adds a visible-light lens with dual-light mode.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTips for better results\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocus before you measure, especially on small parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShiny bare metal reads cooler than it really is. Measure a patch of black electrical tape instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass blocks thermal imaging, so you see the glass surface and not what is behind it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor building checks, a difference of roughly 10°C (18°F) or more between inside and outside gives the clearest results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work with both iPhone and Android?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe P3 supports Android, iOS and PC. iPhone 15 and newer use USB-C, and earlier iPhones use Lightning, so confirm your port when you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is manual focus for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt lets you sharpen the image at different distances, including close-up views of small components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs 512×384 native?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sensor is 256×192. The 512×384 figure is enhanced output from X³IR processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much power does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 0.32 W, so it is gentle on a phone battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum temperature?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e600°C (1,112°F).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eElectronics and circuit-board inspection, Building inspections, HVAC diagnostics. Choose a thermal camera based on the target size, working distance and required measurement accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuying guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare native infrared sensor resolution, temperature measurement range and device compatibility before ordering. Image enhancement does not increase native sensor resolution. For questions about suitability, contact ThermalVisionPlus before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThermal camera buying guides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare models and learn what specifications matter in our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/buyers-guides\/home-inspection-thermal-camera-guide\"\u003ehome inspection thermal camera guide\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/buyers-guides\/thermal-camera-hvac-troubleshooting-guide\"\u003eHVAC thermal camera guide\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/buyers-guides\/phone-vs-handheld-thermal-camera-guide\"\u003ephone versus handheld comparison\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"THERMAL MASTER","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48274759057579,"sku":"THERM-023","price":492.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0804\/6244\/6763\/files\/8_1_37b4db53-f3f3-43a1-8579-0be586381a2f.jpg?v=1792111895","url":"https:\/\/thermalvisionplus.com\/products\/thermal-master-p3-smartphone-thermal-camera","provider":"My Store 5","version":"1.0","type":"link"}