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BK8000 - 55 / BK8000 - 56

BK8000 - 55 / BK8000 - 56

BK8000 - 55 / BK8000 - 56

Product catalog summary
Features and Benefits
The BK8000-55 and BK8000-56 Digital BK Borescopes are designed for diesel applications, featuring a 5.5mm imager that allows access to tighter spaces compared to standard 8.5mm imagers. They include dual-view digital cameras for straight and 90-degree viewing without additional attachments. The imagers are resistant to common automotive chemicals and come with a two-year warranty.

Specifications
  • Imager Diameter: 5.5mm
  • Viewing Range: 1” to 12” (2.5 cm — 30 cm)
  • Light Output: Forward view - 300 Lux; Side view - 2,400 Lux
  • Power Supply: 100 mA
  • Weight: BK8000-55 - 0.5 lb (0.227 kg); BK8000-56 - 0.75 lb (0.340 kg)
  • Dimensions: BK8000-55 - 36” (914.4 mm) L; BK8000-56 - 2 m (6' and 6 47/64") L
  • Maximum Bend Radius: 0.75” (19.05 mm)
  • Temperature Range: 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)
  • Water Resistance: Up to 10’ (3.05 m) depth

Applications
Suitable for inspecting diesel injection ports, glow plug ports, rear ends of rear-wheel-drive vehicles, transmissions, and aircraft engines. Compatible with BK8000, BK6500, and BK5600 Digital Borescopes.

Warnings
Do not use in environments with explosive vapors. Safety goggles are recommended for both users and bystanders. Follow all safety precautions and refer to additional warnings in Catalog 1200.
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Catalog excerpts

BK8000 - 55 / BK8000 - 56-1

Make your Digital BK Borescope Diesel-Ready Tight Access 5.5mm Diameter Dual-View Imagers In Standard and Extended Lengths Features and Benefits • 5.5mm imagers get into much tighter spaces than standard 8.5mm • Dual View Digital Cameras see straight ahead or at a 90 degree angle • No need for additional mirror attachment, nothing to fall off the imager • Close focus provides incredible detail • Imagers are resistant to all common automotive chemicals • Two year warranty for added purchase security BK8000-55 for standard 36” Reach BK8000-56 for extended reach – 2 Meters Snap-on is a registered trademark of Snap-on Incorporated. ©Snap-on Incorporated 2013. All Rights Reserved. All other trademarks are marks of their respective holders. Snap-on, 2801 80th Street, Kenosha, WI 53143 www.snapon.com Country of origin: China

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BK8000 - 55 / BK8000 - 56-2

For use on BK8000, BK6500 and BK5600 Digital Borescopes • Diesel injection ports • Glow plug ports • Rear ends on rear wheel drive vehicles of proper gear wear and damage • Transmissions – to inspect the bands and gears for wear of failure • Aircraft engine inspection • Any application requiring an imager head less than 8.5mm For use on BK8000, BK6500 and BK5600 Digital Borescopes WARNINGS • Do not use in environment with explosive vapors Wear safety goggles (User and Bystander). Read and follow all safety precautions accompanying the product Unexpected electrical, thermal, or mechanical occurrences...

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BK8000 - 55 / BK8000 - 56-3

Forward view imager Single digital sensor with a multi-element lens Optimal Viewing 300 Lux at a distance of 1 inch open air dissipation Power Supply with custom ring light pipe Side view Imager Single digital sensor with a multi-element lens Optimal Viewing 2,400 Lux at a distance of 1 inch, open air dissipation Power Supply with custom light pipe Complete unit Weight BB8000-55 Maximum Bend Radius Storage Temp Water Resistance Snap-on is a registered trademark of Snap-on Incorporated. ©Snap-on Incorporated 2013. All Rights Reserved. All other trademarks are marks of their respective holders....

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