Infrared Thermometers
Infrared Thermometers
Digital-display thermometers that use probe or infrared (no-touch) measurements; may be traceable or certified to international standards; in various formats, temperature-range capacities and accuracies; may include memory log feature.
Many industries depend on digital infrared thermometers for measuring the surface temperature of objects. Infrared thermometers are versatile instruments that have many applications because of their ease of use and accuracy.
Although the mechanics of these devices are somewhat complex, the concept is fairly straightforward. Objects with mass emit energy, usually in the form of heat. An infrared thermometer collects the infrared radiation coming from the object into a thermopile or detector. The thermopile transforms the infrared radiation into heat, which subsequently is converted to electricity. The electrical signal can be quantified, which becomes the number displayed on the digital thermometer.
Digital infrared thermometers can produce readings in a matter of seconds, a function that is very useful in many situations. In addition, digital infrared thermometers are known for:
- Accuracy: Provided that the thermometer is properly used and calibrated/certified
- Safety: No need to touch or handle the object
- Non-contamination: A non-invasive method, although its use is therefore limited to measuring surface and not interior temperatures
- Durability: Withstands rough handling and the demands of job sites and workshops
Choose an infrared thermometer that will measure within your specific temperature range. Infrared thermometers also vary in their distance-to-spot ratio, which refers to the maximum allowable distance from the object for accurate readings.
Digital infrared thermometers have recently decreased in cost, so they are now more affordable. NIST-traceable units are also available.
Fisherbrand™ Traceable™ Infrared Thermometer with Wristband
Noninvasive, no-touch measurements
Fisherbrand™ Traceable™ Infrared Thermometer Gun
Takes instant, less-than-a-second, temperature readings of any surface
Fisherbrand™ Traceable™ Infrared Thermometer with Trigger Grip
Instantly reads both Fahrenheit and Celsius for any surface, including solids, semisolids, and liquids
Fisherbrand™ Mini IR Traceable™ Thermometer
Pocket-size infrared thermometer captures temperature readings of any surface—liquids, solids and semisolids—in less than a second
Fisherbrand™ Traceable™ Noncontact Infrared Thermometer
Traceable™ Noncontact Infrared Thermometer measures infrared surface temperatures with view fields of 6:1 to 8:1.
Fisherbrand™ Traceable™ Infrared Thermometer with Pocket Clip
Pocket IR thermometer with simple point-and-shoot operation
Cole-Parmer™ Digi-Sense™ IR Thermometer with Alarm and NIST-Traceable Calibration
Safely and easily locate hot and cold spots, preventing problems and saving costs
Fisherbrand™ Traceable Circle Laser Infrared Thermometer with Type K and Calibration; 12:1 Ratio
Measure and monitor two readings simultaneously
Digi-Sense 4:1 Food Infrared Stick Thermometer with NIST-Traceable Calibration
The 4:1 Food Infrared Stick Thermometer with NIST-Traceable Calibration is ideal for food inspections and HACCP programs.
H-B Instrument™ Durac™ 12:1 IR Thermometers with Alarm, Min./Max. Memory and Individual Calibration Report
Measures surface temperature from a distance with advanced optics. H-B Instrument Durac 12:1 IR Thermometers with Alarm, Min./Max. Memory and Individual Calibration Report are used in high temperature range applications when the user needs to be at a safe distance from the target being measured.
