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Infrared Temperature Sensor

MRK Engineers offers Thermalent CI Infrared Temperature Sensor that provides the advantages of infrared temperature measurement in a compact, low cost integrated sensor. Designed for easy integration into a standard 4-wire system, the CI can easily replace traditional contact probes with a type J or K type thermocouple output or with a 0-5 V output if the application is susceptible to noise or requires a longer cable run. The CI is designed to measure target temperatures ranging from 0 to 500ºC. The sensor's onboard electronics are protected by a rugged NEMA-4 (IP 65) stainless steel housing and the sensor can function in ambient temperatures to 70ºC without cooling. With water cooling, the CI can withstand ambient temperatures to 260ºC. Because the CI has the same 50- Ohm output impedance as thermocouple, it functions accurately without offset errors when used in conjunction with the thermocouple break protection circuitry in most controllers, displays, and transmitters. This is very compact, easy to install, powered by 12-24 V DC at 20 mA with response time of 350 msec.