Thermometer, Digital Infra-Red
Product Code : SCL-PLE-11621
This digital infrared thermometer is a high-precision, non-contact thermal sensing instrument designed for instantaneous temperature measurement via infrared radiation detection. Engineered for secondary and vocational education, it facilitates safe empirical investigations into thermodynamics, heat transfer, and human physiology. It supports STEM curricula by allowing students to quantify thermal energy without physical contact, ensuring laboratory safety and hygienic data collection.
Technical Specifications
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Component/Attribute |
Specification Details |
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Measurement Technology |
Non-Contact Infrared (IR) Thermometry |
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Temperature Range |
-50° Celsius to +380° Celsius (-58° Fahrenheit to +716° Fahrenheit) |
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Accuracy Tolerance |
±1.5% or ±1.5° Celsius |
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Resolution |
0.1° Celsius or 0.1° Fahrenheit |
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Distance-to-Spot Ratio (D:S) |
12:1 (Ideal for bench-scale laboratory experiments) |
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Emissivity |
Pre-set at 0.95 (Optimized for organic and matte surfaces) |
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Spectral Response |
8 micrometers to 14 micrometers |
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Response Time |
Less than 500 milliseconds |
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Display Interface |
Backlit Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) |
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Laser Targeting |
Built-in single-point laser for precise alignment |
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Power Source |
Standard 9V Alkaline battery or 1.5V AAA (model dependent) |
Educational Benefits & Features
Feature: Non-contact infrared sensing.
Benefit: Enables students to measure the temperature of hazardous, volatile, or high-heat substances—such as boiling liquids or moving mechanical parts—from a safe distance, eliminating the risk of physical injury or cross-contamination.
Feature: 12:1 Distance-to-Spot (D:S) ratio.
Benefit: Allows for precise isolation of a target area even from a distance, solving the problem of ambient thermal "noise" affecting the data during heat transfer experiments.
Feature: Backlit Liquid Crystal Display.
Benefit: Ensures high data visibility in varying laboratory light conditions, reducing student eye strain and transcription errors during quantitative analysis.
Feature: Rapid-response optoelectronic sensor.
Benefit: Provides near-instantaneous thermal readings, facilitating high student throughput and allowing for more efficient data collection during short laboratory sessions.
Feature: Built-in Laser Guidance.
Benefit: Clearly identifies the exact measurement focal point, teaching students the importance of alignment and spatial accuracy in scientific data acquisition.
Curriculum Alignment
This instrument is precision-engineered to meet the infrastructure requirements of Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for physical science and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) for industrial process monitoring. It specifically supports benchmarks in "Energy Transfer," "Kinetic Theory of Matter," and "Human Homeostasis," providing the quantitative tools required for advanced scientific inquiry.
Why Choose Educational Instrument?
Procuring digital thermometry directly from a specialized manufacturer ensures the technical consistency and sensor traceability required for institutional procurement.
Direct Manufacturer (OEM) Expertise: We operate proprietary Research and Development (R&D) facilities where every optoelectronic sensor is calibrated against secondary standards to ensure professional-grade accuracy and long-term stability.
Factory-Direct Pricing: By eliminating intermediary supply chain layers, we provide high-authority diagnostic tools at a cost-efficient price point, maximizing the impact of departmental and institutional budgets.
International Quality Compliance: Our manufacturing infrastructure is strictly audited to ISO 9001 and CE standards, ensuring that all electronic components are industry-compliant, durable, and safe for high-frequency student use.
Supply Chain Reliability for Bulk Tenders: We are optimized for high-volume fulfillment, providing consistent hardware specifications and dependable lead times for regional education boards and large-scale government contracts.
