Voltcraft 1M/5,5MM FLEX LF®1 m-Endoscope camera for BS-500/1000, highly flexible, Probe diameter 5.5 mm 1M/5,5MM FLEX LF Data Sheet

This product serves as a camera attachment for endoscopes BS-500 and BS-1000T (both not included 

in delivery) for visual fault tracing or inspection with dead-voltage systems and equipment. The product is 

especially suitable for inspecting pipes. 
The flexible camera neck allows the camera at the top to be positioned so it can reach into otherwise 

inaccessible locations. The four LEDs built into the camera head enable shooting in total darkness, with 

brightness controlled via the connected endoscope. The waterproof camera neck and camera head are 

suitable for fluids (no acids or lyes).
Use on humans or animals, or in explosive areas, is not permitted. Power is supplied via the connected 

endoscope.
For safety and approval purposes (CE), you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. If you use 

the product for purposes other than those described above, the product may be damaged. In addition, 

improper use can cause hazards such as short circuiting, fire, electric shock etc. Read the instructions 

carefully and keep them. Make this product available to third parties only together with its operating 

instructions.
This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements. All company names and 

product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

•  Endoscope camera 
•  Protective cap 
•  Operating instructions

•  Only immerse the camera head and camera neck in liquids that are voltage free.
•  The connection socket must not come in contact with fluids. 
•  The endoscope may only be used for inspection of dead systems. 
•  The camera head is made of metal and can lead to short circuits. 
•  For safety reasons, disconnect all system parts from the power supply before every 

inspection. 

•  Put the protective cap back onto the camera lens when the camera is no longer in use
•  The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
•  Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. These may become dangerous 

playing material for children.

•  Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, flammable gases, 

vapours and solvents.

•  Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
•  If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and protect it 

from any accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:

 - is visibly damaged, 
 - is no longer working properly, 
 - has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or 
 - has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.

•  Please handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height can 

damage the product.

•  Also observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are connected 

to the product.

•  On industrial sites, the accident prevention regulations of the association of the industrial 

workers’ society for electrical equipment and utilities must be followed. 

•  Never switch the device on immediately after it has been taken from a cold into a warm 

environment. Condensation that forms might destroy your device. Allow the device to reach 

room temperature before switching it on.

These operating instructions are a publication by Voltcraft®, Lindenweg 15, D-92242 Hirschau/Germany, Phone +49 180/586 582 7  

(www.voltcraft.de).
All rights including translation reserved. Reproduction by any method, e.g. photocopy, microfilming, or the capture in electronic data processing 

systems require the prior written approval by the editor. Reprinting, also in part, is prohibited.
These operating instructions represent the technical status at the time of printing. Changes in technology and equipment reserved.

•  Consult an expert when in doubt about operation, safety or connection of the device.
•  Maintenance, modifications and repairs are to be performed exclusively by an expert or at a 

qualified shop.

If you are not sure about the correct connection or use, or if questions arise which are not covered by 

these operating instructions, please do not hesitate to contact our technical support or another qualified 

specialist.
Voltcraft®, Lindenweg 15, D-92242 Hirschau, Tel. +49 180/586 582 7.

Make sure you never go below the minimum bending radius of 5 cm. 
The camera neck is not to be submerged further than the marking “MAX Water Level”. 

•  Plug the connecting plug on the top of the endscope carefully into the connecting socket of the camera 

neck. 

•  Make sure that the connecting socket is oriented exactly towards the pins of the connecting plug. 

There is an arrow printed on the connecting socket. This arrow must point towards the display of the 

endoscope.

•  Turn the mounting ring clockwise to fasten the connection.
•  Remove the protective cap before starting to use the endoscope camera.
•  Switch the endoscope on.
•  You will find notes on controlling the brightness of the LEDs in the operating instructions of the manual.
•  After use, switch the endoscope off and disconnect the endoscope camera from the endoscope.
•  Turn the mounting ring counterclockwise and carefully disconnect the plug connection.

•  The product requires no servicing on your part aside from cleaning. 
•  Do not fully submerge the endoscope camera in water.
•  To clean the camera lens, use a small brush or cotton swab. 
•  Use a soft, anti-static and lint-free cloth. Do not use any chemical or abrasive cleaning agents.
•  Leave the endoscope camera to dry before putting the protective cap on. 

Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be disposed of in the household waste.
At the end of its service life, dispose of the product according to the relevant statutory 

regulations.

You thus fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to the protection of the environment.

Suitable for ................................................BS-500, BS-1000T
Camera Ø ..................................................5.5 mm
Field of view ...............................................54°
Resolution (dynamic, static) ......................640 x 480 px
White balance ............................................automatic
Camera lighting .........................................4 LEDs; 3500 Lux at 20 mm
Bend radius ...............................................>5 cm
Operating conditions ..................................-20 to +60 °C, max. 95 % RH (non-condensing)
Storage conditions .....................................-20 to +60 °C, max. 95 % RH (non-condensing)
Protection class .........................................IP67 (camera, camera neck)

Item No.

51 69 41

51 69 42

51 69 43

51 69 44

Length

1 m

2 m

2 m

3 m

Depth of field

6 cm – ∞

1,5 cm – 5 cm

6 cm – ∞

1,5 cm – 5 cm

Item No.

51 69 46

51 69 47

51 69 57

51 69 58

Length

3 m

1 m

5 m

5 m

Depth of field

6 cm – ∞

1,5 cm – 5 cm

6 cm – ∞

1,5 cm – 5 cm