Borescope Inspection

Borescopes are commonly used in the visual inspection of aircraft engines, aero derivative industrial gas turbines, steam turbines, diesel engines and automotive and truck engines. Gas and steam turbines require particular attention because of safety and maintenance requirements.

Borescope inspection of engines can be used to prevent unnecessary maintenance, which can become extremely costly for large turbines. They are also used in manufacturing of machined or cast parts to inspect critical interior surfaces for burrs, surface finish or complete through-holes. Other common uses include forensic applications in law enforcement and building inspection, and in gun-smithing for inspecting the interior bore of a firearm.