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The Fieldpiece DR82 is Australia's go-to mid-range infrared refrigerant leak detector for commercial HVAC technicians. This complete guide covers how the DR82's infrared sensor works, where it outperforms heated diode technology, correct zeroing and probe technique for real Australian jobs, and how it compares to the TEK-Mate, SRL2, and D-TEK Stratus. Essential reading for any tech considering the step up to professional infrared detection.