{"product_id":"yxp96a-mobile-infrared-thermal-camera","title":"YXP96A Thermal Camera for Android, 96×96, -20 to 550°C, USB-C","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe YXP96A is a compact plug-in thermal camera for Android phones. With a 96×96 infrared sensor, a -20°C to 550°C range and a 25 Hz refresh rate, it is a low-cost way to spot hot components, warm outlets and heat leaks, and to learn what thermal imaging can do before you step up to a higher-resolution model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e96×96 infrared sensor at 25 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e-20°C to 550°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 color palettes and a TISR detail mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlugs into Android phones by USB-C (OTG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFull specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfrared resolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96×96 (9,216 thermal pixels)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature range:\u003c\/strong\u003e -20°C to 550°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefresh rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor palettes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhancement:\u003c\/strong\u003e TISR mode for more detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-C, Android (OTG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat the specs mean in practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolution.\u003c\/strong\u003e 96×96 gives 9,216 thermal pixels, the most basic resolution in our range. You can clearly see hot and cold areas on larger objects such as panels, walls and appliances. Small components and fine edges look coarse, and a target needs to be fairly close for a reliable reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefresh rate.\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 Hz gives smooth live video, so scanning a room or a panel feels responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRange.\u003c\/strong\u003e -20°C to 550°C covers household, HVAC and general electrical checks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat you can use it for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick electrical checks:\u003c\/strong\u003e breakers, plugs, chargers and appliances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome checks:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm pipes, cold windows and drafty corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLearning:\u003c\/strong\u003e a low-risk way to understand thermal imaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho should look elsewhere\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need fine detail. 256×192 models such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hti-ht-203u-smartphone-thermal-camera\"\u003eHTI HT-203U\u003c\/a\u003e show much more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou use an iPhone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/uni-t-uti120-mobile-android-thermal-imager\"\u003eUNI-T UTi120 Mobile\u003c\/a\u003e: 120×90 with a wide 50° × 38° field of view and video recording.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hti-ht-203u-smartphone-thermal-camera\"\u003eHTI HT-203U\u003c\/a\u003e: 256×192 for Android with the same -20°C to 550°C range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTips for better results\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet close to the target so it covers several pixels.\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\u003eWhat can I realistically see at 96×96?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClear hot and cold areas on larger objects such as panels, walls and equipment. Small components and fine edges look coarse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need charging?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It runs from the phone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work with every Android phone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt needs a USB-C port that supports OTG accessories, which most recent phones offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is TISR mode?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn enhancement mode that brings out more detail in the image. It improves how the picture looks but does not add sensor pixels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work with an iPhone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This model is for Android.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest-fit applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEntry-level home heat-loss checks and electronics troubleshooting. Check the native sensor resolution, lens and device compatibility to decide whether this model fits your intended working distance and target size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBefore you buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReview the specifications above and confirm compatibility with your equipment. Image enhancement is not the same as native infrared sensor resolution. Contact ThermalVisionPlus if you need help comparing models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eExplore our thermal imaging buying guides\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRead our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/buyers-guides\/home-inspection-thermal-camera-guide\"\u003ehome inspection guide\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/buyers-guides\/thermal-camera-electrical-inspection-guide\"\u003eelectrical inspection guide\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/buyers-guides\/phone-vs-handheld-thermal-camera-guide\"\u003ephone versus handheld comparison\u003c\/a\u003e to compare specifications and applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YRX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48274759155883,"sku":"THERM-028","price":178.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0804\/6244\/6763\/files\/71ddiGft9LL.jpg?v=1792111897","url":"https:\/\/thermalvisionplus.com\/products\/yxp96a-mobile-infrared-thermal-camera","provider":"My Store 5","version":"1.0","type":"link"}