Infrared Thermometer

Description

Features of infrared thermometer

• The gun-like design makes it handy to use and assist in getting accurate results.
• It has a fast survey time of 1sec.
• It gives color-coded results:

Green             –         Normal body temperature

Orange            –         Mild fever

Red                –         High fever

• Large backlit LCD display.
• Gives fever alarm when body temperature is ≥ 38°
• Both body mode and object modes are available. It can also measure ambient temperature.
• Readings are available in both Celsius and Fahrenheit.
• Shuts off automatically.

Specifications

        Model                                     –          TG8818B

Measuring distance             –          1 to 5 cm

Accuracy                               –          ±0.2°C

Measurement time               –          0.5 secs

Battery                                    –          RO3AAA 1.5V * 2

Human body mode              –          32 to 42.9 °C

Object mode                          –          0 to 60°C

What is an infrared thermometer?

 

An infrared thermometer is a handy device that is used to measure the temperature of an area or object with the help of the laser technology that is built into it.  It is a handheld device that gives a temperature readout when it is pointed towards the item that needs to be scanned. The main use of an leelvis thermal scanner infrared thermometer is to read a precise temperature of a particular patch on the surface of a wall, automobile, ventilation, or food item.

 

How Does an Infrared Thermometer Work?

The infrared thermometer is equipped with a laser that helps the thermometer to aim at a particular spot to calculate the temperature of that area. The laser is the part that reads the temperature coming off from the wall or the area. It then displays the temperature in the selected units on the small screen on the device. The infrared thermometer is especially used to test the temperature of areas or items which cannot be touched with bare hands, for eg. extremely hot temperatures like a car engine or the internal temperature of cooking food.

Although each type of infrared thermometer is differently built for measuring the temperature of different items, they all have a common principle that they work upon. Every infrared thermometer is operated by pointing and clicking the device which looks like a handheld gun towards a non-organic surface to collect the temperature reading. The laser, that is in-built, is used to mark the particular spot that needs to be measured. The laser is used to pinpoint the exact location of the area from a huge surface, for example, the center of the oven.

Infrared thermometers work accurately when different types of items are to be measured, but when it is used on a reflective surface, it can be difficult to take measurement due to the infrared energy. Therefore, shinier surfaces are hard to measure due to the higher emissive rate. Then the best way to have an accurate reading is to conduct multiple readings of one spot and the area that is surrounded by that spot.

What are the Different Kinds of Infrared Thermometers in the market?

There are various kinds of infrared thermometers available. While most of them work similarly, some thermometers can work better for certain types of situations and areas because of their shape, functionality and design.

Spot Infrared Thermometers

A spot infrared thermometer which is also known as a pyrometer looks similar to a radar gun. It is used to detect and measure the temperature of a surface. It is used to measure the temperature of an area is that is hard to reach or touch.

A spot infrared thermometer is a common tool used by the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) technicians. They use this thermometer to check the temperature on the ventilation systems of a building for leaks and weak spots.

Infrared Scanner Systems

The infrared scanner system is larger in size than the spot infrared thermometer. It is designed with the idea of serving big manufacturing plants and conveyors. This system can scan an item straight from the conveyor belts such as sheets of glass and metal after it is manufactured for quality assurance and detection of weak spots in the product.

Infrared Thermal-Imaging Cameras

The infrared thermal imaging camera is used for the detection of the radiation and heat for a large area. This system gives a two-dimensional image of an area. The camera uses software and hardware to calculate accurate readings. They display the images and readings of the area in real-time with the help of a uniquely designed software. This software helps to show an in-depth picture of the area or the building.