Downhole Well Camera Vs. Push Camera Performance in a Water Well - Video

There are several videos out there promoting a push (sewer) camera inspecting a water well. Since we supply both dedicated water well cameras and sewer cameras, we wanted to highlight the significant differences between the two. We took brand new, uncontaminated units to a freshly installed water well and tested them side by side. The difference is huge. Even though the push (sewer) camera offers decent image quality, its semi-rigid push rod makes it tricky to keep it positioned away from the well walls. The straight-view camera restricts your perspective to downward only, which makes it less effective for thoroughly inspecting and documenting the walls and joints. Although the illumination works reasonably well in clear water, it would clearly struggle in slightly muddy or rusty water conditions. In comparison, the dedicated well inspection camera outperforms the sewer camera in every aspect. It boasts higher resolution, crystal-clear video footage, and superior lighting. With both downview and sideview cameras, as well as a motorized panning function, it provides a comprehensive inspection experience What’s more, it comes with a much longer and flexible dropdown cable, along with a centralized skid to keep the camera head away from the walls. This camera can also handle much higher water pressure. Moreover, the model we supply is fully portable and can be easily carried and operated by one person.