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Fig. 1. The Modline 6 Series is aimed at demanding process applications, especially where high levels of heat are involved.
The latest infrared measurement technologies come with a raft of innovations which are focused on price, performance and ease of use. Sean Ottewell reports.
Die neuesten Infrarot- Messverfahren umfassen eine Reihe von Innovationen, bei denen Preis, Leistung und Anwendungsfreundlichkeit im Mittelpunkt stehen. Ein Bericht von Sean Ottewell.
Les nouvelles technologies de mesure infrarouge s’accompagnent de toute une gamme d’innovations axées sur le prix, la performance et la facilité d’utilisation. Dossier de Sean Ottewell.
Infrared temperature measurement rises to process challenges
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rcon, a worldwide leader in infrared (IR) non-contact temperature measurement, has introduced the new Modline 6 Series of infrared thermometers. This new line of high performance sensors features advanced
signal processing and background-reflected energy compensation capabilities, and includes one-and two-colour fibre optic IR devices designed for harsh operating environments. According to the company, the rugged Modline
6 Series thermometers deliver the best value in terms of price, performance, features and ease-of-use of any available fiber-optic infrared thermometer. They are used in a variety of demanding industrial applications, including metal heat treating, steel production, foundries, and primary and secondary glass (Fig. 1). The Modline 6 firmware now provides
engineers with enhanced signal processing options, including averaging, peak hold and valley hold. The thermometers also incorporate a state-of-the-art electro-optic design offering built-in compensation for background-reflected energy. These features are accessed via Modline 6 Multidrop support software, which is intended for remote sensor configuration and data acquisition, display and archiving. The software includes demonstration tutorials that pictorially
guide users step-by-step through the setup of signal processing and programmable relay functions. Proprietary electronics support other advanced
features, including two-way serial communications, remote sensor setup and configuration, real-time display of target temperature, and field calibration software. The sensor includes a fibre-optic re-imaging
lens interfacing to an electronics box, which has a bright LED display for access to key sensor functions and live temperature output. So there is no need to open the electronics box when adjustments to sensor settings are required. In addition, the new series of thermometers uses
high-speed digital signal processors with an RS-485 serial data communications networking capability supporting up to 32 sensors. Micro-Epsilon has expanded its range of non-
contact IR temperature sensors to include a compact IR ratio temperature sensor (ratio pyrometer). The thermometer CT ratio pyrometer is suitable
for measuring the temperature of metals, metal oxides, ceramic or semiconductor materials in harsh, high-temperature environments, including metal casting, welding, forming and sintering. It measures temperatures from 700-1800°C. The sensor functions according to the ratio principle and
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