The invention relates to the technical field of instrument reading, and discloses a pointer type instrument reading device and method, and the device comprises an isolation cover which is connected above an instrument panel, a
light source which is arranged in the isolation cover, a camera which is arranged in the isolation cover, and an
image analysis unit which is electrically connected with the camera. By arranging the sealed isolation cover and erecting the stable
light source, the interference of external dust and oil
dirt can be effectively isolated, the consistency of the detection environment is ensured, the reading accuracy in the severe environment is improved, and the environmental adaptability is improved. According to the invention, low-cost components and an easy-to-deploy design scheme are adopted, so that the overall cost is reduced, the installation and maintenance processes are simplified, and wide application in a
power grid is facilitated. By arranging the alarm, real-time early warning is carried out, and
intelligent control is achieved.