Thermometers

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TMP50-NIST

TMP50-NIST

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TMP50 SINGLE INPUT TYPE K/J THER

10

FT2020-NIST

FT2020-NIST

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FOREHEAD IR THERMOMETER W/CERT

2

RHT45-NIST

RHT45-NIST

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RHT45 DIGITAL PSYCHROMETER WITH

10

TMP50

TMP50

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SINGLE INPUT TYPE K/J THERMOMETE

200

IRT220

IRT220

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12:1 INFRARED THERMOMETER

73

RHDL40

RHDL40

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TEMPERATURE/ HUMIDITY/BAROMETRIC

100

RHT45

RHT45

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DIGITAL PSYCHROMETER WITH TYPE K

200

FT2020

FT2020

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NON-CONTACT FOREHEAD IR THERMMTR

475

IRT350

IRT350

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12:1 IR THERMOMTR W/CIRCULR LASR

150

RHDL30

RHDL30

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TEMPERATURE / HUMIDITY PDF DATAL

100

IRT350-NIST

IRT350-NIST

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IRT220 IR THERMOMETER WITH CERTI

10

IRT220-NIST

IRT220-NIST

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12:1 INFRARED THERMOMETER W/CERT

2

Thermometers

1. Overview

Thermometers are precision instruments designed to measure temperature by converting thermal energy into readable signals. As critical components in test and measurement systems, they ensure process control, quality assurance, and safety compliance across industries. Modern thermometers integrate advanced sensor technologies and digital signal processing to achieve high accuracy and reliability in diverse environments.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
Glass Liquid ThermometersCapillary-based liquid expansion, visual readoutLab temperature monitoring
Digital ThermometersElectronic sensors with LCD display, fast responseMedical diagnostics
Infrared ThermometersNon-contact IR radiation detectionIndustrial furnace monitoring
ThermocouplesVoltage-based differential temperature measurementHigh-temperature metal processing
Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTD)Precise resistance-temperature correlationAerospace thermal testing
Semiconductor ThermometersIntegrated circuit temperature sensingElectronics thermal management

3. Structure and Components

Typical thermometers consist of: (1) Sensing element (e.g., thermistor, IR detector) for thermal energy conversion; (2) Signal conditioning circuitry for amplification/filtering; (3) Display module (analog/digital); (4) Power source (batteries or external supply); (5) Protective housing with environmental sealing. Advanced models incorporate wireless transmitters and data logging capabilities.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterImportance
Measurement Range (-200 C to +3000 C)Determines application suitability
Accuracy ( 0.1 C to 5 C)Impacts measurement reliability
Response Time (10ms-10s)Critical for dynamic process control
Resolution (0.01 C-1 C)Defines minimum detectable change
Environmental Ratings (IP65-IP69K)Ensures operational durability
Calibration Standards (NIST/ISO17025)Guarantees traceable measurement

5. Application Fields

Primary applications include: Industrial manufacturing (melting furnaces, chemical reactors), Medical diagnostics (patient temperature monitoring), Food safety (cold chain tracking), Environmental monitoring (weather stations), Research laboratories (material thermal testing), Energy production (turbine temperature control).

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative Product
Fluke CorporationFluke 568+ Infrared Thermometer
Omega EngineeringHH806AU Digital Pocket Thermometer
HoneywellST-5 Temperature Transmitter
Keysight TechnologiesU1211L Handheld IR Thermometer
TE ConnectivityAlnor 6250 Combustion Analyzer

7. Selection Recommendations

Selection should consider: Measurement range versus application requirements, required accuracy vs. budget constraints, environmental conditions (vibration, humidity), response time for transient processes, calibration traceability needs, and integration compatibility (wireless vs. wired). For example, select IP67-rated infrared thermometers for outdoor steel processing plants.

8. Industry Trends

Current developments include: Wireless-enabled IoT temperature sensors for real-time monitoring, MEMS-based micro-thermometers for portable devices, AI-enhanced prediction algorithms for drift compensation, multi-sensor fusion systems combining thermal/visual data, and eco-friendly materials reducing environmental impact.

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