Disconnects and Combination Starters
Electrical Infrared Inspection & Infrared Thermography Services
ElectricIR™ provides professional infrared thermography services for Disconnects and Combination Starters as part of a comprehensive Electrical Infrared Inspection program for commercial and industrial facilities. These components are widely used in motor control systems to safely start, stop, and protect electrical motors, making them critical points in a facility’s power distribution and equipment control infrastructure.
Using advanced thermal imaging technology, our certified thermographers inspect energized disconnects and combination starters to identify overheating contacts, loose terminations, worn switching components, overload conditions, and developing electrical faults. These issues often occur under normal operating load and may not be visible during standard visual inspections, yet they can lead to unexpected motor failures, equipment damage, or operational downtime if left undetected.
Infrared inspection focuses on key internal and external connection points including line and load terminals, contactors, overload relays, fuses, and disconnect switches. Because these devices frequently cycle under varying loads, thermal stress can develop over time, making early detection essential for maintaining system reliability and motor performance.
Routine infrared inspections of disconnects and combination starters support broader Thermal Imaging for Power Distribution Systems and Motor Control Center (MCC) maintenance strategies. These inspections help reduce downtime, improve electrical safety, and extend equipment lifespan while supporting preventative maintenance programs aligned with NFPA 70B standards. Learn more about compliance requirements on our NFPA 70B Thermography Requirements page.
Benefits of Disconnect and Combination Starter Infrared Inspections
Regular thermal imaging inspections provide important reliability and safety advantages for motor control and power distribution systems:
- Detect overheating components before motor or starter failure occurs
- Reduce unplanned downtime and equipment interruptions
- Improve safety by identifying electrical faults early
- Lower repair costs through proactive maintenance strategies
- Extend the lifespan of motor control equipment
- Support NFPA 70B compliance and preventative maintenance programs
Because disconnects and combination starters directly control motor operation, even small electrical issues can quickly escalate into system failures. Routine infrared inspections help ensure reliable performance and safe operation across industrial and commercial facilities.
ElectricIR™ includes these inspections as part of broader Power Distribution Thermal Imaging Services and facility-wide electrical reliability programs.
Schedule an Electrical Infrared Inspection
Electrical issues don’t resolve themselves—they worsen over time. ElectricIR helps you stay ahead of failure with accurate, non-invasive inspections that improve safety, reduce downtime, and support compliance.
Contact ElectricIR today to schedule your electrical infrared inspection and protect your facility from preventable electrical risks.