# Handheld Thermal Camera Imager

A pocket thermal camera with 80x60 IR sensor. The 120x70x30mm handheld device shows heat signatures on 2.4" color LCD with temperature scale. Capture images to microSD card. Measure spot temperature -20°C to 300°C. Great for HVAC, electrical, home inspection. Battery lasts 4 hours. This thermal camera diy project is perfect for makers, DIY enthusiasts, and electronics hobbyists. Search volume: 2900/month.

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AI-generated from prompt:"A pocket thermal camera with 80x60 IR sensor. The 120x70x30mm handheld device shows heat signatures on 2.4" color LCD with temperature scale. Capture images to microSD card. Measure spot temperature -20°C to 300°C. Great for HVAC, electrical, home inspection. Battery lasts 4 hours."

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### Parts

|  | Part | Why | MPN | Qty |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  | ESP32-S3 Main MCU<br>Espressif Systems | Main processor for thermal imaging camera - handles sensor data processing, display control, SD card storage, and user interface with sufficient processing power for thermal image analysis | `ESP32-S3` | 1 |
|  | MLX90640 Thermal Sensor<br>ScioSense | Provides 32x24 thermal imaging capability for temperature measurement and visualization in the -20°C to 300°C range required for HVAC and electrical inspection | `ENS160-LG_EK_ST V1` | 1 |
|  | 2.4 inch TFT LCD Display<br>Newhaven Display Intl | 2.4 inch color LCD display for thermal image visualization and temperature readings as specified in requirements | `NHD-2.4-240320DA-CTXN` | 1 |
|  | MicroSD Card Connector<br>TE Connectivity AMP Connectors | MicroSD card storage interface for saving thermal images and temperature data as required | `120985-1` | 1 |
|  | 18650 Li-ion Battery Holder<br>MPD (Memory Protection Devices) | Battery power supply for handheld operation with 4+ hour runtime requirement | `BK-18650-PC4` | 1 |
|  | 3.3V Linear Regulator<br>Shenzhen Slkormicro Semicon Co., Ltd. | Converts 3.7V battery voltage to stable 3.3V for all system components | `AMS1117-3.3 SOT-223` | 1 |
|  | Power Switch<br>C&K | Main power on/off switch for handheld device control | `OS102011MS2QN1` | 1 |
|  | Navigation Button<br>E-Switch | User interface buttons for menu navigation and spot temperature measurement control | `TL2285OA` | 4 |
|  | Handheld Enclosure<br>Davies Molding, LLC | Handheld housing for portable thermal imaging camera as specified in size constraints | `SH1000-A` | 1 |

9 unique parts, 12 total components