Pyrometers and Infrared Thermometers
IR Thermometer has -40 to 1076°F measurement range.
Press Release Summary:
Used for testing and troubleshooting, IRT657 point-and-shoot, gun-style IR thermometer lets users measure surface temperatures, including hot, cold, or inaccessible equipment, from safe distance. Response time is 250 msec, and accuracy is ±3°F above 32°F and ±5°F below 32°F. Powered by 9 V battery, instrument has rugged, ergonomic design with 1.6 in. diagonal backlit LCD and front-panel °F/°C selection switch. Other features include 0.95 fixed emissivity and 12:1 distance-to-spot ratio.
Original Press Release:
New 12:1 Wide Range Infrared Thermometer Ideal for Countless Applications
Features Extraordinary Measurement Range of -40° to 1076°F (-40° to 580°C)
(New York, NY) With its exceptionally broad measurement range of -40° to 1076°F (-40° to 580°C), the new 12:1 Wide Range Infrared Thermometer (IRT657) from General Tools & Instruments (General®) is perfect for testing and troubleshooting a wide variety of systems and components. It has a host of applications in HVACR, building/facilities maintenance, manufacturing, electrical, aviation/ transportation MRO and other markets.
This precision point-and-shoot, gun-style infrared thermometer accurately and easily measures surface temperatures-including hot, cold or inaccessible equipment-from a safe distance. The IRT657 is ideal for numerous applications, including:
The IRT657 has a rugged, ergonomic design with a 1.6 in. diagonal backlit LCD and is powered by a single 9-Volt battery (included). This precision specialty instrument features accuracy of +/-3°F (2°C) above 32°F (0°C) and +/-5°F (3°C) below 32°F (0°C), and a 12:1 distance-to-spot ratio. The IRT657 has an extremely fast response time of 250 milliseconds, fixed emissivity of 0.95, and a handy front-panel °F/°C selection switch. It comes with a carrying case and a user's manual.
See more at www.generaltools.com/IRT657--121-WIDE-RANGE-INFRARED-THERMOMETER_p_1504.html.
About General Tools & Instruments
Celebrating 90 years of product innovation from its New York City headquarters, General Tools & Instruments remains the market leader in precision specialty hand tools. Recent product advancements and corporate acquisitions have expanded General's line to include over 1,500 precision tools and hand-held instruments. This vast array of products is widely used by contractors, professionals, technicians, DIYers and hobbyists in a broad range of industries. To learn more about General Tools & Instruments and its products, visit www.generaltools.com or call Customer Support at 1-800-697-8665.
CONTACTS:
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