Infrared Thermometer Instrument Information
An electronic device which measures the temperature of an object from the thermal radiation emitted by it. The lens is focused on the object being measured (often through the aid of a laser for accurate aiming). The lens then focuses the radiation on a detector, which converts the radiant power to an electrical signal which is calibrated to display temperature, after correcting for the ambient temperature.
Common Uses
Non-contact temperature measurement under circumstances where thermocouples or other probe-type sensors cannot be used or do not produce accurate data for a variety of reasons, such as where the object is surrounded by an electromagnetic field, as in induction heating; where the object is contained in a vacuum or other controlled atmosphere; or in applications where a fast response is required, an accurate surface temperature is desired or the object temperature is above the recommended use point for contact sensors, or contact with a sensor would mar the object or the sensor, or introduce a significant temperature gradient on the object’s surface.
Common Types
- Spot
- Infrared Scanners
- Portable vs. Mounted
Measurement Parameter
Temperature
Calibration Discipline
Calibration Equipment Used
- IR Calibrators
