Temperature Measuring Instruments

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As a one-stop platform for industrial measuring instruments in Singapore, at CETM eStore, we deliver a wide array of instruments to meet your temperature-measuring needs. If you are looking for infrared thermometers or thermal cameras in Singapore, we have you covered. Our online store offers a variety of thermography and infrared thermometer devices to address a wide range of applications. As temperature often acts as the first indicator of an issue, having temperature measurement equipment on hand, such as compact infrared thermometers, can help you swiftly discover and deal with any problems.

We are also a reputed supplier of electrical measurement instruments in Singapore.

FAQs

1. How Accurate is an Infrared Thermometer?

While the precision of infrared thermometers varies, consumer-grade devices typically have an accuracy of ±1 to ±2 degrees Celsius (±2 to ±4 degrees Fahrenheit). Professional models, which can be slightly more expensive, generally provide better accuracy, often to within ±0.5 degrees Celsius (±1 degrees Fahrenheit). However, factors such as device quality, proper usage technique, and environmental conditions also have an impact on the precision of infrared thermometers. Whether you are using a standard or a compact infrared thermometer, it is crucial to keep in mind that the device only measures the surface temperature and may not be an accurate indicator of an object’s internal temperature.

2. How Do Infrared Thermometers Work?

The functioning of an infrared thermometer is based on the principle of infrared radiation. All objects emit infrared energy, the intensity of which varies with temperature. These temperature sensors employ a detector that identifies infrared radiation emitted by an object and converts it into an electrical signal. Once the signal is processed, it is displayed on the device as a temperature reading.

3. When to Use an Infrared Thermometer?

Infrared thermometers allow you to quickly measure temperature from a distance without having to touch the object being measured. They are practical and easy to use, making them as prevalent in kitchens as they are on factory floors. While both standard and compact infrared thermometers are often used to identify overheated equipment and electrical circuits, they also have a variety of other uses. Some of them are as follows.

• Detecting issues with electrical switchgear
• Troubleshooting steam traps
• Finding leaks in sealed vessels

4. Are Infrared Thermometers Safe to Use?

Infrared thermometers can also measure human body temperature from a safe distance. When used for clinical purposes, these non-contact devices are completely safe to use on both children and adults as long as the laser beam is not directed into their eyes. The laser function of an infrared thermometer is not the part that detects IR radiation. Its purpose is to help the user point the thermometer correctly. The actual area being measured is larger than the focal point of the laser.

5. Can Infrared Thermometers Operate Through Glass?

The short answer is no. When there is glass, liquid, or any other transparent surface between the object and the thermometer, neither standard nor compact infrared thermometers can properly measure temperature. In such a situation, the temperature measurements displayed are of the translucent surface rather than the object.