Articles
Industrial temperature measurement, written up
24 articles on infrared thermometers and pyrometers, thermocouples and RTDs, and boiler temperature measurement — going back to2022. An archive, kept for reference; the product pages are where the current specifications live.
2023
Measuring FEGT in Industrial Furnaces
Why furnace exit gas temperature matters, contact and non-contact ways of measuring it, what skews a reading, and how the Infra-View® infrared thermometer is applied.
Contact and Non-Contact Temperature Sensors: How Do They Differ?
Temperature sensors are devices that are used to measure the temperature of an object, liquid, or environment. Temperature sensors are critical in many different industries where they have numerous…
What Is The Highest Temperature Thermocouple? Four Things To Know
Thermocouples are temperature sensors that measure the temperature of an object by coming into contact with its surface. This sensor is thus referred to as a contact temperature sensor and it has a…
How To Wire A Thermocouple?
Thermocouples are electrical sensors used to measure temperature. They generate an electric current and transmit it through two wires of different metals. These metals create a voltage proportional…
Infrared Pyrometer: What Temperature Ranges Can It Measure?
An infrared pyrometer can unlock a world of possibilities. But it is really important to ensure the temperature range meets your specific requirements. Are you interested in learning more? Check out…
10 Reasons To Consider Type J Thermocouple
When it comes to temperature measurement, there are various types of thermocouples, however, J type thermocouples remains one of the most widely used in various industrial applications, especially in…
How To Use An Infrared Thermometer: 9 Steps
Infrared thermometers have become increasingly popular over the years due to their accuracy and ease of use. They are a useful tool for taking temperature readings of everything from food to…
3 Best Ways To Calibrate A Thermocouple
Calibration is essential for any instrument as it makes it more precise and accurate. Through this process, we are also able to check if the instrument is still at their benchmark of accuracy…
Understanding How An Infrared Thermometer Works
Within most industrial and clinical environments, we need infrared thermometers to assist us in the measuring of temperatures. These are temperature measurement devices with no contact. Hence, it is…
RTD Vs. Thermocouple: Understanding The Difference
Both RTD and Thermocouple are sensor devices that are used to measure temperature. You can find these devices in use in a broad range of applications and are often customized to work in very…
The Importance Of Thermocouple Calibration
Thermocouples are devices that are used to measure temperature. They work by producing a charge or voltage between two metals which is then used to determine the local temperature. Thermocouples are…
3 Methods To Check The Accuracy Of An Infrared Thermometer
Accurate temperature measurement is crucial for the caliber of your products. Thus, precise measurement equipment is essential. Every stage of the annealing process in steel production requires…
6 Types Of Temperature Sensors And Their Characteristics
The change in its temperature indicates the energy level of a substance. There are various temperature measurement sensors, and they all work by detecting changes in some physical property to…
5 Advantages of Using Thermocouple Sensors
A thermocouple is an apparatus that utilizes two different metal alloys to generate a voltage based on the temperature difference between the conductors. As a result, a thermocouple acts as a…
8 Best Practices to Improve Boiler's Combustion Efficiency
When it comes to boilers, efficiency is everything. The idea is to use the burner to generate heat and transfer that heat to the water. This is referred to as a basic heat interchange principle. The…
2022
6 Most Popular Uses Of A Thermocouple
Thermocouples are very versatile devices and can be useful in almost every industry. A thermocouple is a device that measures temperature. It consists of two dissimilar metals joined at their ends…
Type K Thermocouple: Definition, Range, Advantages & Uses
A Type K thermocouple is a thermocouple with a range of -270°C to 1250°C. It's made with chromel and alumel alloys and has the highest accuracy among all other types of thermocouples. Here are its…
J Type Vs. K Type Thermocouple: The Difference Explained
In various industries, the functioning of machines and equipment can rely significantly on accurate and precise temperature measurements. Temperature is an important measurement parameter used in…
Understanding The Different Types Of Thermocouples
Various industries and fields use thermocouples to gauge temperatures during their work operation. A thermocouple is made of two dissimilar types of metal wires connected at the thermal junction- the…
Thermocouple vs. IR Pyrometer
Introduction Boiler maintenance is a critical measure in power plants. To keep fuel and energy costs low while maximizing output it is essential that the boiler be operating as efficiently as…
5 Most Common Industrial Temperature Sensors
Many industrial programs require constant temperature monitoring and management. An Industrial temperature sensor is used in particular to monitor the effect of temperature on the physical properties…
Infrared Thermometer Uses: Electrical, Industrial, & HVAC
An infrared thermometer is commonly used in various sectors to measure surface temperatures by reading the thermal radiation levels. It is a non-contact thermometer primarily used to measure the…
Infrared Thermometers: Advantages & Applications
Particularly in industry, an infrared thermometer is frequently used. One of the benefits is that, without physically touching a process, it effectively measures the temperature. Accurate readings…
What Are Pyrometers? Types, Advantages, & Applications
The coldness or hotness of any substance or object is a physical quality referred to as “temperature”. According to requirements, it can be measured in different scales and units. By using various…
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