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Take a Closer Look Before Major Disassembly with Snap-on’s Video Inspection Scope

Snap-on's Video Inspection Scope (BK5500) can be a service technician's best friend. Before spending needless hours working on a major disassembly, use Snap-on's Video Inspection Scope to take a closer look and learn exactly what needs to be done, saving you time and effort.

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Snap-on’s Video Inspection Scope (BK5500) can be a service technician’s best friend.  Before spending needless hours working on a major disassembly, use Snap-on’s Video Inspection Scope to take a closer look and learn exactly what needs to be done, saving you time and effort.

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“The Snap-on Video Inspection Scope can save a service technician countless hours of manpower because it let’s you scope out the problem quickly and efficiently,” said Dan Batassa, category manager for Snap-on.  “This is truly a time-saving tool that can increase a technician’s credibility with customers because it shows what is in need of repair.  No shop should be without the Snap-on Video Inspection Scope.”

The features and benefits of the Snap-on Video Inspection Scope (BK5500) include:

Time saving inspection tool for:
• Engine work
• A/C work
• Under-dash work
• Suspension and transmission work

Simple to use:
• Single on/off button; battery indicator.
• Convenient thumb control for LED light intensity.
• 8.5 mm diameter imager head fits into most spark plug holes.
• High intensity LEDs direct light where it is needed.
• 36 inch long obedient shaft for added reach.
• 75 inch shaft bend radius for great flexibility

Excellent image quality:
• 320 x 240 display resolution.
• 720 x 480 imager resolution through video-out jack.
• 2.45 inch color LCD – greater viewing image than eyepiece boroscopes.
• Close focus range from 0.5 inches to 12 inches

Also included:
• Magnet and 90 degree mirror attachments.
• Blow molded carrying case.
• Two-year warranty for added purchase security.

Customers can find out more about Snap-on’s Video Inspection Scope (BK5500) by contacting their local Snap-on franchisee, visiting www.snapon.com or by calling toll free 877-SNAPON-2 (877-762-7662).

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