Fluke ii1050 Acoustic Imager
The Fluke ii1050 Acoustic Imager helps industrial maintenance and reliability teams locate faults in compressed air, gas and vacuum systems. It uses an array of 202 microphones to detect sound and display its source over a live camera image. With a frequency range of 2 kHz to 100 kHz and a detection distance of up to 150 metres, engineers can inspect equipment from a safe distance. This makes it easier to find leaks, detect electrical faults and check machinery during routine maintenance.
Built for a range of inspection tasks, the Fluke ii1050 Acoustic Imager combines several fault-finding tools in one unit. LeakQ mode estimates leak size, leak rate and related energy costs, helping teams decide which repairs to carry out first. PDQ Mode detects partial discharge, estimates discharge probability and shows real-time PRPD patterns, while MecQ helps identify bearing defects, friction, air turbulence and vibration. The camera also supports thermal inspection with the Fluke TC03A iSee Thermal Camera Attachment and air-tightness checks using the Fluke SB140 SoundBeacon.
Clear images and simple controls help users work through inspections with less effort. The Fluke ii1050 Acoustic Imager features a 7-inch anti-glare touchscreen, a 13 MP visible-light camera and 128 GB of storage. Users can tag assets, add notes, set action priorities and generate reports directly on the device. With a rechargeable battery system providing more than seven hours of operation using two batteries, the instrument supports longer inspection sessions and helps teams turn fault findings into repair actions.
Key Benefits
- Locate compressed air, gas and vacuum leaks using a live acoustic image overlaid on a visible-light image.
- Inspect equipment from distances of up to 150 metres, depending on ambient conditions.
- Estimate leak rates and related energy costs to help prioritise maintenance work.
- Identify partial discharge sources and assess discharge probability using PDQ Mode.
- Investigate bearing defects, friction, air turbulence and vibration with MecQ.
- View inspection images clearly on the 7-inch anti-glare touchscreen, including in sunlight.
- Capture images and videos to document faults and support maintenance records.
- Record asset details, inspection notes, repair priorities and actions directly on the device.
- Generate inspection reports without transferring results to another device.
- Use the compatible thermal camera attachment and SoundBeacon for further inspection tasks.
Common Applications
Fluke ii1050 Acoustic Imager is suitable for a range of testing, maintenance and inspection tasks, including:
- Locating compressed air leaks in industrial equipment and systems.
- Detecting gas leaks during maintenance inspections.
- Finding leaks in vacuum systems.
- Identifying partial discharge in electrical assets.
- Evaluating electrical assets using real-time PRPD patterns.
- Investigating bearing defects and mechanical friction.
- Locating abnormal vibration and air turbulence in machinery.
- Estimating leak rates and associated energy costs.
- Checking air tightness using the Fluke SB140 SoundBeacon.
- Carrying out thermal inspections with the compatible Fluke TC03A iSee Thermal Camera Attachment.
Why Choose This Model?
The Fluke ii1050 Acoustic Imager offers a wider frequency range and longer maximum detection distance than the ii500 and ii1030, while adding dedicated PDQ Mode and MecQ functions. Its 202-microphone array, 13 MP camera and on-device reporting make it a strong choice for teams carrying out leak detection, electrical inspections and mechanical fault finding.
What’s Included
- Fluke ii1050 Acoustic Imaging Camera
- Hard case
- Hand strap
- Neck strap
- 2 × RRC2040 battery packs
- Charger kit with 65 W wall charger, USB-C cable and country-specific connectors
Available configurations also offer the Fluke TC03A iSee Thermal Camera Attachment, Fluke SB140 SoundBeacon and Fluke Premium Care coverage options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Fluke ii1050 Acoustic Imager used for?
The Fluke ii1050 Acoustic Imager helps industrial maintenance and reliability teams detect compressed air, gas and vacuum leaks, locate electrical partial discharge and identify mechanical faults. It uses acoustic imaging to show the source of abnormal sounds over a visible-light camera image.
What is the maximum detection distance of the Fluke ii1050?
The Fluke ii1050 has a detection range from 0.5 metres to more than 150 metres (492 feet), depending on ambient conditions. This allows engineers to inspect equipment from a distance without needing to approach every potential fault.
Can the Fluke ii1050 detect electrical partial discharge?
Yes. The Fluke ii1050 includes PDQ Mode, which identifies partial discharge sources, estimates discharge probability and displays real-time phase-resolved partial discharge (PRPD) patterns to help engineers assess electrical assets.
Can the Fluke ii1050 identify mechanical faults?
Yes. Its MecQ function helps maintenance teams identify mechanical issues such as bearing defects, friction, vibration and air turbulence before these problems become more obvious through other signs.
Does the Fluke ii1050 measure compressed air leak rates?
Yes. LeakQ mode provides a leak size scale from 1 to 10 and estimates leak rate and associated energy costs. These results help maintenance teams assess leaks and prioritise repair work.
What is the frequency range of the Fluke ii1050?
The Fluke ii1050 operates across a frequency range of 2 kHz to 100 kHz using an array of 202 MEM microphones. Users can select frequency bands manually or use preset capture profiles to suit different inspection tasks.
Can the Fluke ii1050 carry out thermal inspections?
Yes. The Fluke ii1050 supports thermal inspection when used with the compatible Fluke TC03A iSee Thermal Camera Attachment. This enables thermal, acoustic and visible-light inspection within a single workflow when the appropriate configuration is selected.
Can the Fluke ii1050 be used for air-tightness testing?
Yes. The Fluke ii1050 supports Beacon mode and works with the Fluke SB140 SoundBeacon for air-tightness detection. The SoundBeacon is available as part of selected configurations.
Does the Fluke ii1050 record images and videos?
Yes. The Fluke ii1050 captures photographs in JPG format and videos in MP4 format, combining visible-light images with the SoundMap acoustic overlay. Video recordings can last up to five minutes, and the instrument provides 110 GB of image storage.
Can the Fluke ii1050 generate inspection reports?
Yes. The Fluke ii1050 supports on-device reporting, allowing users to record asset details, add photo notes, set repair priorities and document inspection findings. Reporting supports PDQ, LeakQ, PDQ+Ti and LeakQ+Ti modes.
How long does the Fluke ii1050 battery last?
The Fluke ii1050 provides more than seven hours of combined operation using two rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, with each battery providing approximately 3.5 hours. The batteries are field-replaceable, and charging takes less than three hours using the internal USB-C charging system.
What is the difference between the Fluke ii1050 and ii1030?
Both instruments feature 202 microphones, a 13 MP visible-light camera and a 7-inch anti-glare touchscreen. However, the Fluke ii1050 extends the frequency range to 100 kHz compared with 64 kHz on the ii1030, and increases the detection distance from more than 100 metres to more than 150 metres. The ii1050 also adds PDQ Mode for partial discharge analysis and MecQ for mechanical fault identification.
Is the Fluke ii1050 suitable for industrial environments?
Yes. The Fluke ii1050 has an IP54 ingress protection rating and operates at temperatures from -10°C to 45°C. It also features a sunlight-readable anti-glare touchscreen and complies with IEC 61010-1, Pollution Degree 2, and IEC 61326-1 requirements for industrial electromagnetic environments.
What accessories are included with the Fluke ii1050?
The Fluke ii1050 comes with a hard case, hand strap, neck strap, two RRC2040 battery packs and a charger kit containing a 65 W wall charger, USB-C cable and country-specific connectors. Configurations featuring the Fluke TC03A iSee Thermal Camera Attachment, Fluke SB140 SoundBeacon and Fluke Premium Care are also available.
