In Focus: Oasis Scientific Vividia Joystick Articulation Borescope

May 12, 2020

Features full 360-degree all-way articulation controlled by a joystick.

The Oasis Scientific Vividia Joystick Articulation Borescope, No. ME-610, is designed for automotive and industrial inspection and diagnostics. The tool offers a 1m long, 6mm diameter probe with 360-degree all-way articulation controlled by a joystick. The camera is equipped with a sapphire protective lens that is impact-, fall-, and scratch-resistant. The probe is made from titanium alloy with high wear resistance. The camera probe and insertion tube are waterproof IP67 rated. Vividia ME-610 provides high quality clear images with high illuminance LED lights. The resolution is 1280 x 720. With 8GB mini SD card installed on monitor, the user can take pictures and record videos.

Application

The Vividia ME-610 Joystick Articulation Borescope allows technicians to look inside automotive engines without having to take them apart, as well as inspect A/C systems, brakes, exhaust pipes, and transmission assemblies. Pictures and videos can be stored and shared.

Features and benefits

• One of the best values for a full articulation borescope, according to the company.

• Small diameter and durable probe for greater access to hard-to-reach areas.

• Full 360-degree joystick articulation to view in all directions and 180-degree bending back probe.

• 3.5” LCD screen for live preview during inspection.

• Tungsten braided layer for wear and tear protection.

• Exchangeable probe is waterproof and oil-proof.

Selling points

• Heavy duty for an automotive repair environment.

• Enables one-handed operation.

• Offers high definition videos and photos.

• Bright LEDs to see in dark enclosures.

Origin

An automotive engineer came to Oasis Scientific looking for a camera that was easy to use, durable, fully articulating, and provided a high-quality image to see the valves in automotive engines through the spark plug hole. After several generations of product designs and trials, Oasis Scientific developed the ME-610, achieving the ability to steer a small camera smoothly in all directions by using a joystick.

Manufacturing/engineering specifications

• Camera diameter is 6mm.

• Probe measures 1m in length.

• Focus depth of 5mm to 1,000mm.

• Six dimmable LEDs.

• Tool weight of 1 lb with batteries.

Storage and display

The product is packaged in a heavy duty hardshelltool case, one unit per package. The company suggests displaying this product in the videoscope and diagnostic section on the truck.