The photographic Raytek PhotoTemp MX6 infrared thermometer combines temperature
measurement and digital photography. The Raytek PhotoTemp MX6 infrared thermometer
can instantly capture a real-time image of an object being measured while simultaneously
and automatically recording the location, temperature, date, and time the measurements
were taken. The image and measurement information can then be easily downloaded from
the Raytek PhotoTemp MX6 infrared thermometer into a computer for review and analysis
and visually document the results of maintenance inspections.
All you have to do is aim the Raytek PhotoTemp MX6 infrared thermometer, which features
the True Dimension laser sighting system, at the object you want to measure and pull the
trigger. When the trigger is released, the Raytek PhotoTemp MX6 infrared thermometer
takes a digital photograph and stores it along with the temperature data in the memory.
Up to 100 locations along an inspection route can be stored in the Raytek PhotoTemp MX6
infrared thermometer. The location, date, and time the temperature and photograph were
taken are recorded onto each image. That information will then appear on each photograph
for perfect documentation of the items measured and recorded.
The temperature range of the Raytek PhotoTemp MX6 infrared thermometer is -25 to 1600°F,
and the close focus option allows you to measure objects as small as .24 inches from 11.4
inches away. The Raytek PhotoTemp MX6 infrared thermometer includes a built-in flash unit
that is automatically activated when a photo is attempted in a low light situation.
The Raytek PhotoTemp MX6 infrared thermometer is powered through the USB cable when
connected to a computer. With the DataTemp® MX software, you can download all the data
and photos you stored in the Raytek PhotoTemp MX6 infrared thermometer onto a computer.
Once its in the computer, the inspection data can be viewed in a thumbnail photo or in tabular
format. You can easily share, email, or create reports for later reference or presentation to
others by importing the inspection data and pasting the photos into standard file formats
such as Excel or Access.
The Raytek Raynger MX4+ infrared thermometer has many applications: check for hot spots in
electrical panels, circuit breakers, generators, and gearboxes. You can also use the Raynger
MX4+ to monitor supply and return registers, air stratification, and duct leakage. Other
applications include food preparation and storage, industrial predictive and preventative
maintenance, icing and de-icing on planes and asphalt, cold storage and walk-in refrigeration
applications, electrical bench work, and power distribution troubleshooting.
Infrared Temperature Measurement - Technology Explained:
Infrared thermometers measure temperature from a distance by detecting the amount
of thermal electromagnetic radiation emitted from the object being measured. This allows
users to accurately measure surface temperatures in hazardous or hard-to-reach places,
or other situations in which non-contact temperature measurement is desirable. Infrared
thermometer technology is useful in a wide range of applications – including industrial,
laboratory, food service, fire fighting, hobby, and home use.
While the technology is relatively simple, the myriad of names given to these devices
can be confusing. "Laser Thermometers" makes reference to the laser that helps aim
the thermometer. "IR Sensors" and "IR Thermometers" make use of a common abbreviation
for "infrared". "Non-Contact Thermometers" is descriptive of the device's ability to measure
temperature from a distance. "Radiation Pyrometers" is a scientific/technical term for
these devices.
