Brand | BLACK+DECKER |
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Style | modern |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Color | Black |
Item Weight | 0.65 Pounds |
Alarm | Visual |
Operating Humidity | 50 percent |
Manufacturer | Black & Decker |
Part Number | TLD100 |
Item Weight | 10.4 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 5 x 18.5 x 9 inches |
Item model number | TLD100 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | Pack of 1 |
Voltage | 9 Volts |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Number Of Pieces | 1 |
Mounting Type | Ceiling Mount |
Included Components | BLACK+DECKER Thermal Leak Detector (TLD100) |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
Warranty Description | 2 Years |
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BLACK+DECKER Thermal Leak Detector (TLD100)
Brand | BLACK+DECKER |
Style | modern |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Color | Black |
Item Weight | 0.65 Pounds |
Alarm | Visual |
Operating Humidity | 50 percent |
About this item
- Uses infrared sensors to measure surface temperatures. It performs within the ranges as specified for home repair use and should not be used to check the temperature of living beings
- Helps homeowners track down power-draining drafts
- Sold with a 5-step guide to fixing basic energy leaks and comes with the thermal leak detector
- Plugging leaks can save up to 20 percent on heating and cooling costs. Plastic housing with ergonomically formed grip for ease of use
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BLACK+DECKER Thermal Leak Detector (TLD100)
Save on your home’s heating and cooling costs by detecting and repairing leaks in locations like windows, walls, ductwork, drafty fireplaces, and more. A color-changing LED and easy-to-read display screen give you quick and intuitive feedback, while the ergonomic design provides a comfortable grip. A 5-step guide is included to help you fix simple leaks.
Easily detect energy leaks to lower your energy costs
Save on your heating and cooling bills by detecting hidden energy leaks around the house.
Look for leaks in a variety of household locations
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Pinpoint leaks around windows. |
Uncover issues with your ductwork. |
Inspect the ceiling insulation surrounding recessed lighting. |
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ASIN | B0044R87BE |
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Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #286,596 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #191 in Gas Detectors & Alarms #902 in Temperature & Humidity Measurement |
Date First Available | November 19, 2008 |
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Product Description
IR sensor spots hidden energy leaks along walls, molding, ductwork & more. ENERGY STAR. Can save up to 20% off heating & cooling cost. Auto color change provides quick, intuitive feedback showing users where to caulk, insulate, etc. Heating and cooling accounts for about 50 percent of your energy usage, but the average house has enough leaks and drafts to equal a 1 sq. ft. hole. Cut down on wasteful spending with the help of the Thermal Leak Detector from Black & Decker.The TLD100 is an infrared sensor that finds these leaks along walls, molding, ductwork and more. Auto color change provides quick, intuitive feedback, showing users where to caulk, insulate, etc.
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The Black & Decker thermal leak detector helps you increase the efficiency of your home's insulation by finding leaky areas that can lead to higher heating and cooling bills. You'll instantly identify problem areas around drafty windows and doors, and uncover hidden leaks and insulation "soft spots" around your home. Check windows, ducts, and walls with the thermal reference light that indicates hot and cold spots. You can even use the detector to diagnose engine misfires or check your refrigerator and freezer settings.
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The TLD100 lets you identify weak spots that can lead to high energy bills. View larger.Easy-to-Read Color Coding and Screen
The thermal leak detector makes it easy to monitor your home's energy efficiency by finding areas that let heat out and cold air in. Simply set the detector's temperature tolerances to one, five, or 10 degrees and scan the light across the area you want to inspect. The light will change to red for warmer spots and blue for cooler spots to detect air leaks in both warm and cool weather. The detector also displays temperatures in either Fahrenheit or Celsius on the LCD screen. Check for drafts or leaks around your fireplace, recessed lighting, electrical outlets, along floor molding, or any place that may have improper seals, caulking, or seams that aren't immediately visible. An included booklet gives you tips and instructions on how to seal leaks and improve insulation.
Cut Energy Bills and Improve Your Home's Efficiency
Sealing the leaks and improving insulation in your home can help you save as much as 20 percent on your heating and cooling bills. An efficient, greener home will stay cooler in summer and warmer in winter, increasing its resale value.
Multiple Uses to Handle Uncommon Tasks
Use the thermal leak detector to check your refrigerator and freezer temperatures and efficiency. Diagnose engine problems related to overheating or coolant leaks to avoid costly repairs and mechanic bills down the road. The thermal leak detector can also check the operation of your HVAC system, so you can perform preventative maintenance as needed.
The Black & Decker thermal leak detector is covered by a two-year warranty.
What's in the Box
Thermal leak detector, five-step guide on how to insulate and seal your house
Sealing leaks and improving your home's insulation can help you save as much as 20 percent on energy bills.
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Important information
9 volts
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Customers like the performance, temperature, and ease of use of the leak detector. For example, they say it works well, is effective, and produces good results. They also appreciate the accuracy, color change, and appearance. As for value, they mention it's well worth the price and an excellent tool for saving money. Customers also appreciate its versatility and accuracy.
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Customers are satisfied with the performance of the surveillance system. They mention that it works well, is easy to use, and effective. Some say that it's productive and fun to use. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...It works wonderfully!..." Read more
"...for taking and everyday IR thermometer and turning it into a very useful tool and hopefully saving a lot of electricity." Read more
"...In summary, this device is handy and serves its intended purpose very well." Read more
"...The replacement device worked perfectly and I was back in business. There is a switch that allows you to choose your temperature threshold...." Read more
Customers like the temperature of the product. For example, they mention it's great for isolating temperature changes, making them experts at finding heat and cool air leaks, and showing the difference in temperature. They say it gives very accurate temperature readings, making checking temperature deltas very quick. Customers also say it'll help keep the house warmer this winter.
"...The difference with the leak detector is that it compares temperatures, and lights up the wall in different colors based on the comparison...." Read more
"...It makes checking temp delta's very quick...." Read more
"...It also appears to do a good job of detecting temperature differences more so than precise temps...." Read more
"...Nothing fancy about it, and it'll help you quickly visually verify the leaks and their locations." Read more
Customers find the surveillance system easy to use. They say it has a simple operation, and the concept behind it is very simple. They also appreciate the large spotlight and easy-to-read digital display.
"...This Black & Decker gun has a large spotlight that is very easy to see and direct and the digital readout is large and well lit...." Read more
"...As other reviews have stated, using the TLD100 is really simple...." Read more
"...This one is great! It couldn't be simpler to use, and it's very accurate...." Read more
"...The concept behind it is very simple and very well done...." Read more
Customers have good things to say about the value of the surveillance system. They say, for example, it's well worth the price, an excellent tool for saving money, and has a wide range of uses. Customers also appreciate the seller's timely delivery and accurate measurements.
"...I love this gun and can't believe the quality and range of uses for the money! If you're thinking of getting one of these, buy this one!" Read more
"...Not a big deal.This tool is an excellent buy." Read more
"...For the price, this item is a great value. However, it's not the kind of tool you'll need to use over and over again...." Read more
"...Overall, in my opinion, a great buy at a great price for the average user...." Read more
Customers find the product very handy, helpful, and an excellent tool. They say it's a great troubleshooting tool for homeowners and a good innovative solution. Customers also mention that the temperature hot spots are informative and interesting.
"For the price, this leak detector is an excellent tool for a DIYer looking to improve insulation in their house...." Read more
"...It is handy! The only reason that the product is not a 5-star product is because it is a bit large...." Read more
"...the outside walls and ceiling for temperature hot spots was very informative and interesting...." Read more
"...I am glad I spent the money to get this tool. Very handy indeed." Read more
Customers like the accuracy of the product. They mention that it provides a steady reading as you move to different surfaces, and it's very accurate. Some appreciate the laser pointer, which provides pin-point accuracy. Overall, most are happy with the product's accuracy and functionality.
"...This one is great! It couldn't be simpler to use, and it's very accurate...." Read more
"...The bottom line is that for home use and price, this is a very good meter...." Read more
"This product works very well and is fairly accurate, and it has a feature that I really like...." Read more
"...It works wonderfully! It's not a calibrated instrument that you would expect from a $300 thermal gun, but it beat the pants off the customer's gun..." Read more
Customers like the color change feature of the surveillance systems. They say it makes the product easy to use and gives a color coded visual display on the wall. Customers also say the color coding on this one is accurate and makes for easy detection. They mention that the 3 color light indicator is cool and is much easier than looking at and remembering the numbers on the product.
"...is very easy to see and direct and the digital readout is large and well lit...." Read more
"...leak detector is that it compares temperatures, and lights up the wall in different colors based on the comparison...." Read more
"I've used thermal guns before but this 3 color light indicator is way cool. It makes checking temp delta's very quick...." Read more
"...a good choice of the sensitivity you are inspecting; and the differences are visual - a green spot for temperature within allowed limits, red spot..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the surveillance system. They mention that it's cool, nice, and a neat little tool. Some appreciate the smart design and elegant display. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"Neat toy, You point the device at for instance your wall and it sends a green light to indicate where its measuring...." Read more
"...It has a nice professional feel even if not as accurate, or expensive, as the high end laser based units...." Read more
"...This is a really cool gun and lots of ideas came to mind when I was using it...." Read more
"...I would like to give it 5 stars for its quality and smart design-------But I want to take 1 star off because the battery is not included as it..." Read more
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I'm also a mechanical engineer and often go on the road to customer sites to help with machine startups. I often deal with steam supply and thought to bring this tool with me to test it out on the piping. It works wonderfully! It's not a calibrated instrument that you would expect from a $300 thermal gun, but it beat the pants off the customer's gun with just the laser light alone. The customer's gun only had a tiny laser dot which was near impossible to see. This Black & Decker gun has a large spotlight that is very easy to see and direct and the digital readout is large and well lit. I knew it wouldn't be highly accurate but it was always within 10 degrees of the calibrated gun's readout (and we're talking approx. 250-275 degrees Fahrenheit). Also, I had no idea, but I actually got a readout of over 300 degrees F with this Black & Decker Gun!
A definite MUST HAVE! I love this gun and can't believe the quality and range of uses for the money! If you're thinking of getting one of these, buy this one!
With the TLD100, I knew precisely the area to start searching in. I possibly could have used a standard IR thermometer to do the same task but seeing that light turn blue from cold air convinced me I had a problem that needed immediate attention. It turns out I did have a serious problem.
As other reviews have stated, using the TLD100 is really simple. With the three different ranges of settings of 1 degree, 5 degrees, or 10 degrees for the three color spot light I quickly found the exact area that needed investigation.
After accessing the area (I had to remove the ceiling panels on my back porch) I found that my upstairs bathroom had a 2 foot square area that was exposed to the attic above my back porch. After removing the porch ceiling you could see the backside of the upstairs bathtub!!! It seems the contractor who remodeled the kitchen failed to go back and seal and insulate above the area where he put in two new windows. No wonder my poor heat pump couldn't seem to keep the house warm!
But that's not all. I also found where the original builder didn't seal and insulate the end of the floor joists. I'm still in the process of getting that issue fixed. I haven't even got to where I'll check the doors, windows, and electric outlets for leaks yet.
I'm hoping with these major air leaks fixed my heating bill will drop significantly. Already we're seeing the heat cycle on less often and the house feels much less drafty.
Way to go, Black and Decker for taking and everyday IR thermometer and turning it into a very useful tool and hopefully saving a lot of electricity.
The device is basically an infrared thermometer. The difference with the leak detector is that it compares temperatures, and lights up the wall in different colors based on the comparison.
Here's how it works:
1 - point the detector at a wall that you know is insulated, and turn on the detector
2- upon turning on, the detector measures the temperature of the wall, and remembers that temperature
3- now you move around the room/house, pointing at different parts of the wall, near windows, doors, etc.
4- the detector constantly reads temperature and compares to that initial wall reading
5- A green colored spot is projected onto the wall where you are pointing the detector.... if the temperature differs by a certain amount, the spot turns blue (colder) or red (hotter).
6- a 3-position switch lets you decide whether you want the spot to change color for 1 degree F difference, 5 degrees F difference, or 10 degrees F.
This detector did not just point out the obvious problem spots (like door jams, near windows). You really don't need a detector to figure out those spots. This detector highlighted large differences on the *same wall,* where it turned out that insulation was lacking or had fallen off.
I deducted one star for the accuracy of the temperature reading. I have another infrared thermometer which I know to be accurate, so I compared readings. This leak detector was a few degrees off from the other detector. That said, this leak detector still calculated the correct difference in temperature, which is its main functionality. If you want a very accurate temperature reading, get a dedicated thermometer.
Others have commented on the box size - it seemed pretty appropriately packaged to me. The detector is a rather odd shape, so the box had a fair amount of empty spaces. Nevertheless, the device is packaged well.
Build quality is fine. The whole device is plastic, with a battery door that pops open in the grip. For the price, I have zero complaints with build quality.
In summary, this device is handy and serves its intended purpose very well.
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Parece fiable, y con mirar el color del foco ya se sabe si la temperatura es inferior o superior, sin tener que mirar la pantalla.