FEATURE INSPECTION & MEASUREMENT
GAME-CHANGER FOR metal processing industry
A compact short wavelength infrared thermal imaging camera designed to measure the surface temperature of hot metals, ceramics and graphite offers a significant cost advantage
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icro-Epsilon has launched a compact, robust (IP67) short
wavelength infrared thermal imaging camera which is specifically designed to measure the surface temperature of hot metals as well as ceramics and graphite. The camera offers a significant cost advantage with a selling price that is similar to currently available short wavelength spot pyrometers. Due to its short-wave spectral range of
1µm the thermoIMAGER TIM M1 lends itself to temperature measurement applications in metal processing including the temperature monitoring of metal hardening and forming processes. In the range 0.92µm to 1.1µm metals are subject to a significantly higher emissivity than in other wavelength ranges.
EASY INTEGRATION “Compared to other short wavelength similar resolution thermal imagers the TIM M1 offers a significant cost advantage,” comments managing director Chris Jones. “The camera provides an unmatched range of process integration features, enabling it to be easily integrated into the customer’s own industrial networks or production control system. The M1 can measure the temperature of metals through standard glass windows. Micro-Epsilon has developed a product offering that is ideal for metal processing applications. “We asked the market what their ideal solution would be for temperature
monitoring and process control. They told us that high accuracy, a wide temperature range, ease of use and installation, sufficient robustness to survive the harsh environment and high ambient temperature operation were key factors. In addition, they wanted a lower cost camera compared to other solutions as cost can prevent installation in multiple locations.” The thermoIMAGER TIM M1 has a high resolution CMOS detector with 764 x 480 pixels, temperature measuring range of 450°C to 1800°C and comes with full license-free software for fast set up and easy configuration. It is very compact at just 46 x 56 x 90mm yet for harsh
Compared to other short wavelength similar resolution thermal imagers currently available in the market the TIM M1 offers a significant cost advantage
environments can be supplied with a large stainless steel air or water-cooled housing that can operate in 315°C ambient temperatures. “Most importantly, the TIM M1 has a
selling price that is similar to currently available short wavelength spot pyrometers,” continues Jones. “As you can expect this unit is in high demand and its roll out has already begun.”
IMAGE MERGING’ FUNCTION The M1 is supplied with the licence-free TIMConnect operating and analysis software as standard which includes a variety of process control features including an ‘image merging’ function. This smart feature allows the user to view on a single screen up to four M1 camera images and process these as ‘one image’. This is a very useful tool when users need to monitor a large target or area, for example when searching for hotspots in a long production line. The M1 can be set up to provide detailed analysis of high speed, thermodynamic processes and is able to output analogue temperature or alert values via the process interface (PIF). Powered and operated via a USB 2.0
PROCESS CALIBRATION KITS AT 15% DISCOUNT
Until 31 December 2015 or while stocks last Fluke (UK) is offering special process industry tool packages consisting of a range of Calibration Kits or a Troubleshooting Kit at approximately 15% below the cost of the individual items if purchased separately. The Calibration Kit consists of a Fluke 719Pro which calibrates pressure using a built-in electric pump and a Fluke 771 milliamp Clamp Meter which can measure output signals without breaking the loop. The Troubleshooting Kit includes a Fluke 789 ProcessMeter fitted with a Fluke ir3000 FC connector to link to the Fluke Connect wireless network plus a Fluke a3004 FC 4-20mA DC Current Clamp, also part of the Fluke Connect family. The Fluke 719Pro Electric Pressure Calibrator is suitable for calibrating high accuracy transmitters,
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pressure switches and pressure gauges with accuracy to ±0.025%. It offers one-handed pressure calibration and includes a full functioning loop calibrator that sources, simulates and measures mA signals and can measure temperature using an optional RTD probe. The Fluke 771 Milliamp Process Clamp Meter delivers 0.2% accuracy with resolution and sensitivity to 0.01mA for testing and troubleshooting PLC and control system analogue I/Os. The Fluke 789 ProcessMeter combines a loop calibrator, a true-rms digital multimeter, 24V loop supply and selectable 250 Ohm Hart resistor in a single handheld tool, reducing the need to carry multiple instruments.
Fluke (UK) T: 0207 942 0700
www.fluke.co.uk
interface, the M1 provides temperature images and profiles of a target area. This plug-and-play unit enables the real time capture and storage of images or video of an event for slow motion play back or snapshots at a later date – a key feature in many quality, R&D and inspection work. The TIM M1 offers frame rates up to 1kHz which means that users can monitor the temperature of fast moving metal objects or processes. The M1 is lightweight (320g including lens) and compact (46 x 56 x 90mm) and operates in ambient temperatures of 0°C to +50°C (+315°C with an integrated cooling jacket). The standard 5m or 10m USB cables are available in high temperature (HT) versions for use with cooling jackets. The TIM USB Gigabit Server enables extended cable lengths of up to 100m via Ethernet.
Micro-Epsilon T: 0151 355 6070
www.micro-epsilon.co.uk
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