Infrared Temperature Measurement

Noncontact temperature measurement with infrared thermometers proves to be a highly qualified way of controlling and assessing process temperatures. Furthermore, infrared thermometry has become an indispensable part in the maintenance of machines and plants.

The wide range of choice and technical adjustment of infrared thermometers to measurement problems combined with a close cooperation with suppliers of mechanical engineering allow to easily upgrade existing production plants as well as to design long term equipment for new plants.

Installed USB or RS 232 interfaces for data output and access to product parameters support the direct implementation into digital mechanical control systems. Portable units are equipped with an LCD display for a direct temperature reading.

Currently infrared thermometers are grouped into 4 series:

• Portable Series
• Camera Infrared Series
• Compact Series
• High Performance Series

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Portable Series
Wide temperature ranges of -32 to 760°C, laser aiming and optical resolutions of up to 40:1 allow technicians to carry out accurate noncontact surface measurements for electrical and mechanical maintenance, HVAC checks, automotive testing and other applications, anywhere that temperature is a factor. The optris MSthermometers enable you to measure objects as small as 13 mm. Just spot the object, press the trigger and the infrared thermometers will show the temperature in an instant.
	Features
	Precision optics for accurate noncontact temperature measurement Temperature ranges from -32 up to 2000°C Fast 0.3 second scanning of cold and hot spots Exact measurement of objects as small as 13 mm in any distance less than 140 mm Optical resolutions up to 300:1 Laser sighting with narrow beam aiming for accurate readings Adjustable acoustic HIGH-/LOW-alarm with changing backlight colors USB interface, thermocouple input type K, OptrisConnect Report Software Extremely lightweight
Typical Applications
Temperature measurement for inspection and maintenance purposes of electrical plants Temperature measurement for inspection and maintenance purposes of heating and air conditioning equipment Temperature measurements for inspection and maintenance purposes of engines, gear units Checking for hot spots in diesel and internal combustion engines, catalytic converters, brake systems and components of air conditioning systems
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Camera Infrared Series
The optris PI and Xi Infrared Imagers are full radiometric thermographic devices, showing temperature images and profiles of the target area to be observed. It is a new state of the art thermal imager with ready to use USB 2.0 interface for real-time thermography up to 128 Hz frame rate - 640x480 pixels. The measurement temperature ranges of -20...100°C, 0...250°C, 150ºC...900ºC and optional 200...1500°C are switchable to adapt the imager to the application needs.
	Features
	High accuracy within temperature ranges of -20°C up to 1500°C Easy to use Small size - 45 mm x 45 mm x 62 mm Excellent thermal sensitivity (NETD) up to 40 mK Different exchangeable lenses available Real-time thermography with 128 Hz frame rate and resolution of 640 x 480 pixels USB 2.0 interface, USB powered device 1 m, 5m or 20 m cable length Software PIX Connect - Windows XP / Vista / Windows 7, 8 and 10 Analog input and output, trigger interface Extremely lightweight (max. 320g) and rugged (IP67)
Typical Applications
Monitoring temperatures of film extrusion and lamination processes Monitoring metal extrusion in casting facilities Measuring temperatures in laser welding and laser cutting processes Measuring temperatures of wafers in the field of semiconductor production, for instance during photoresist removal
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Compact Series
Optris introduces new benchmarks within the area of industrial pyrometers regarding the size and robustness of the sensing heads. The miniaturized sensing heads are especially developed for the use in small and cramped surroundings and are perfect for applications with limited space, such as midget instruments and engine constructions. The compact series devices offer inimitable advantages for the installation in applications with high surrounding temperatures, such as within the plastic or paper industry. The robust and ambitious design allows the sensing heads to be used for temperatures up to 250°C without additional cooling. This advantage helps to reduce the costs for mechanical installations.
	Features
	One of the smallest infrared sensors worldwide with extrem short response time of 6 ms (90 % signal) Fast analog output (0/4 - 20 mA, 0 - 5/10 V) with smart real time data processing Instant digital 0/10 V output with a response time of 4 ms (50 % signal) Easy to assemble in multiple arrays for line scanning of small and fast objects (hot spot detection) using a RS485 bus communication Rugged up to 250°C ambient temperature without cooling
Typical Applications
Monitoring temperatures of smoothing and embossing calenders Monitoring temperatures of film extrusion and lamination processes Monitoring metal extrusion in casting facilities Measuring temperatures in laser welding and laser cutting processes Measuring temperatures of wafers in the field of semiconductor production, for instance during photoresist removal
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High Performance Series
The infrared thermometers of the high performance series consist of an innovative double laser sight, in contrast to many IR thermometers with single lasers which only mark the middle but not the size for the spot size. The two emitters follow the infrared optical path to mark the accurate size and spot of the measuring field in every distance. This greatly supports the avoidance of measurement errors. The infrared thermometers of this class are mainly used in industrial area as well as research and development. Small measurement field sizes are of great importance for precise temperature measurement. The smallest spot size is marked by the cross over point of the two laser sights. The optris CTlaser 1M for example achieves a measurement field size of 0.5 mm in 150 mm distance. A number of different lenses allow a flexible adjustment for the single applications. Optris offers different IR thermometer designs. Our customers can therefore find the ideal device for their application.
	Features
	Double laser aiming marks real spot location at any distance Optical resolution up to 300:1 with selectable focus Rugged sensing head withstands 250°C without cooling 1ms fast temperature measurements of hot objects Built in laser marks even 0.5mm small spot size Programmable 1 or 2 color mode
Typical Applications
Monitoring temperatures of film extrusion and lamination processes Monitoring metal extrusion in casting facilities Measuring temperatures in laser welding and laser cutting processes Measuring temperatures of wafers in the field of semiconductor production, for instance during photoresist removal
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