Cole-Parmer IR Thermometer, Thermocouple Probe Input and NIST-Traceable Calibration, 30:1

Description

This Cole-Parmer instrument is a dual-purpose thermometer capable of both non-contact infrared and direct-contact temperature measurement. Its primary function is infrared sensing, facilitated by an optical system with a 30:1 distance-to-spot ratio. This specification indicates that from a distance of 30 units, the device measures the average temperature within a target area of 1 unit, allowing for accurate readings of small features from a safe or practical distance. A supplementary input port allows for the connection of an optional thermocouple probe, enabling traditional contact-based readings when required. The unit is supplied with NIST-traceable calibration documentation, providing a verifiable chain of measurement comparison to recognized national standards. Typical applications include monitoring machinery, process temperatures, or material surfaces in laboratory, industrial maintenance, and quality control scenarios where non-invasive measurement is preferred or necessary.