DIGI-SENSE 20250-04 Infrared Thermometer with 10:1 Distance-to-Sight Ratio User Manual

: June 5, 2024
: DIGI-SENSE

Table of Contents

DIGI-SENSE 20250-04 Infrared Thermometer with 10:1 Distance-to-Sight
Introduction
Unpacking
Key Features
Meter Description
Display Layout
How it Works
Setup and Operation
Specifications
Field of View
Safety
Maintenance, Recalibration, and Repair
References
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DIGI-SENSE 20250-04 Infrared Thermometer with 10:1 Distance-to-Sight

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Introduction

The Digi-Sense Infrared Thermometer (Model 20250-04) with 10 to 1 distance-to- sight ratio offers fast response and high accuracy. Advanced features include data Hold, Max/Min readings, and auto power-off. The instrument is fully tested and calibrated to NIST-traceable standards. Careful use of this meter will provide years of reliable service.

Unpacking

Check individual parts against the list of items below. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact your instrument supplier immediately.

Meter
One 9 V battery
User manual
NIST-traceable calibration report with data

Key Features

10:1 Distance-to-sight ratio
2.5% basic accuracy
Fixed emissivity (0.95)
Precise non-contact measurements
Laser sighting
User-selectable °C or °F units
Automatic data Hold
MAX/MIN temperature displays
Automatic selection range and display resolution
Trigger lock
Backlight LCD
Automatic power-off to conserve battery life

Meter Description

IR sensor
Laser pointer beam
LCD
°C/°F button
MAX/MIN button
Laser / Backlight button
Measurement trigger
Battery cover
Handle grip

Display Layout

Fixed emissivity (0.95) scan icon
Temperature readout
Max and Min reading icons
SCAN measuring indicator
Data Hold icon
Laser point indicator
Low-battery indicator
°C or °F temperature units

How it Works

Infrared thermometers measure the surface temperature of an object. The unit’s optics sense emitted, reflected, and transmitted energy, which is collected and focused onto a detector. The unit’s electronics translate the information into a temperature reading which is displayed on the unit. The laser is used for aiming purposes only.

Field of View
Make sure that the target is larger than the unit’s spot size. The smaller the target, the closer you should be to it. When accuracy is critical, make sure the target is at least twice as large as the spot size.

Distance and Spot Size
As the distance (D) from the object increases, the spot size (S) of the area measured by the unit becomes larger.

Locating a Hot Spot
To find a hot spot, aim the thermometer outside the area of interest, then scan across with an up-and-down motion until you locate hot spot.

Emissivity
Emissivity is a term used to describe the energy-emitting characteristics of materials. Most (90% of typical applications) organic materials and painted or oxidized surfaces have an emissivity of 0.95
(fixed in the unit). Inaccurate readings will result from measuring shiny or polished metal surfaces. To compensate, cover the surface to be measured with black tape or flat black paint. Allow time for the tape to reach the same temperature as the material underneath it. Measure the temperature of the tape or painted surface. (Refer to table on page 8.)

Good Measuring Practices
Holding the meter by its handle, point the IR sensor toward the object whose temperature is to be measured. The meter automatically compensates for temperature deviations from the ambient temperature. Keep in mind that it will take up to 30 minutes for the IR sensor to stabilize if going from ambient temperatures to a much higher (or lower) temperature measurement.

Reminders

The unit is not recommended for measuring shiny or polished metal surfaces (stainless steel, aluminum, etc.). See Emissivity above.
The unit cannot measure through transparent surfaces such as glass. It will measure the surface temperature of the glass instead.
Steam, dust, smoke, etc. can prevent accurate measurement by obstructing the unit’s optics.

Emissivity Values

Substance	Thermal emissivity	Substance	Thermal emissivity
Asphalt	0.90 to 0.98	Cloth (black)	0.98
Concrete	0.94	Human skin	0.98
Cement	0.96	Lather	0.75 to 0.80
Sand	0.90	Charcoal (powder)	0.96
Earth	0.92 to 0.96	Lacquer	0.80 to 0.95
Water	0.92 to 0.96	Lacquer (matte)	0.97
Ice	0.96 to 0.98	Rubber (black)	0.94
Snow	0.83	Plastic	0.85 to 0.95
Glass	0.90 to 0.95	Timber	0.90
Ceramic	0.90 to 0.94	Paper	0.70 to 0.94
Marble	0.94	Chromium oxides	0.81
Plaster	0.80 to 0.90	Copper oxides	0.78
Mortar	0.89 to 0.91	Iron oxides	0.78 to 0.82
Brick	0.93 to 0.96	Textiles	0.90

Setup and Operation

Hold the meter by its handle grip and point it toward the surface to be measured.
Pull and hold the trigger to turn the meter on and begin testing. The display will light if the battery is good. Replace the battery if the display does not light.
While measuring, the SCAN icon will appear in the upper left-hand corner of the LCD.
Press the °C/°F button to select your desired temperature units.
Press the Laser / Backlight button to turn on the laser pointer. When the laser is on, the Laser icon will appear on the LCD. Quickly press the Laser /Backlight button again to turn laser off.
Press and hold the Laser / Backlight button to turn the backlight on or off.
Release the trigger and the HOLD icon will appear on the LCD indicating that the reading is being held.
Use the MAX/MIN button to display the maximum or minimum value.
To conserve battery life, the meter automatically powers down in 10 seconds once the trigger is released.

Specifications

Temperature range –4 to 630°F (–20 to 332°C)
Resolution 0.1°F/C
Accuracy ±2.5 of reading or ±4.5°F (2.5°C)
Response time Less than 1 second
Emissivity Fixed at 0.95
Distance-to-sight ratio (field of view)
D/S = Approximately 10:1 ratio
(D = distance, S = spot)
Laser Single Class 2 (II) Laser
Spectral range 6 to 14 μm
Out-of-range indication LCD will show “Hi/Lo“
Operating temperature 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C)
Storage temperature –14 to 140°F (–10 to 60°C)
Power-One 9 V battery

Field of View

The meter’s field of view is 10:1, meaning that if the meter is 10 inches from the target, the diameter of the object under test must be at least 1 inch. Other distances are shown below in the field of view diagram below. Make sure that the target is larger than the unit’s spot size. The smaller the target, the closer you should be to it. When accuracy is critical, make sure the target is at least twice as large as the spot size

Safety

Use extreme caution when the laser beam is turned on.
Do not let the laser beam enter your eye, another person’s eye or the eye of an animal.
Be careful not to let the laser beam on a reflective surface strike your eye.
Do not allow the laser light beam to impinge on any gas which can explode.

Maintenance, Recalibration, and Repair

Cleaning and Storage

Battery Replacement
If the battery power is insufficient, the Low Battery icon will appear on the LCD. Open the battery cover and replace the 9 V battery. Securely close the cover. It is recommended that Digi-Sense products are calibrated annually to ensure proper function and accurate measurements; however, your quality system or regulatory body may require more frequent calibrations. To schedule your recalibration, please contact InnoCal, an ISO 17025 calibration laboratory accredited by A2LA.

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