New R40 Series Fixed Infrared Sensors Have Built-In Lasers to Assist with Aiming

Press Release Summary:

  • Feature five digit, backlit LCD display and four key menu on the back of the unit for local reading and setting
  • Temperature ranges from 0°C to 3000°C, paired with variety of spectral ranges between 1.0μm and 14μm
  • Signal processing capability including peak hold, valley hold, and averaging functionality can be adjusted via the unit keypad or via PC

Original Press Release:

Palmer Wahl Introduces New R40 Series of Fixed Infrared Sensors

New R40 Series Fixed Infrared Thermometers is the most accurate Industrial All-In-One IR

Asheville, NC: Palmer Wahl Instruments, Inc. announces the release of its new R40 series of fixed infrared temperature sensors, designed and built in its Asheville, NC factory. Complementing its existing offering of industrial temperature measurement sensors, this new line is part of Palmer Wahl’s commitment to go Beyond the Scale to meet and exceed customer requirements.

With notable accuracy, the R40 is a single piece compact pyrometer with the optics and electronics built into one housing. Made of ANSI 304 Stainless Steel, the R40 is designed to meet application requirements with its performance and advanced functionality. Each R40 unit has a five digit, backlit LCD display and four key menu on the back of the unit for local reading and setting. 

Nine different R40 models are available, with thermopile and photodiode sensors having various temperature ranges from 0°C to 3000°C, paired with a variety of spectral ranges between 1.0μm and 14μm; choose the best model for your application. Seven of the available models feature built in lasers to assist with aiming. Determine your focal point and select from four optics options to meet your needs.

Signal processing capability is included in the R40, including peak hold, valley hold, and averaging functionality, adjustable via the unit keypad or via PC. Use the built-in RS485 port to program the unit, or to network up to 32 units together. Use the twelve pin cable and relay for user programmable PLC control.

Optional cooling jackets utilizing either air or water are available for using the R40 sensor in ambient conditions as high as 350°F (175°C). Air purge is available for use in environments with fumes or vapors. Sighting tubes, mounting brackets and flanges, and thermocouple IR tubes are available for achieving the best possible installation for your application.

All R40 units are assembled in our ISO9001:2015 certified factory in Asheville, NC. Contact Palmer Wahl Instruments, Inc. at info(at)palmerwahl.com or toll free by phone at 1-800-421-2853 for more information, or for assistance in choosing the best model for your application.

About Palmer Wahl: Palmer Wahl Instruments, Inc. is a 184 year old manufacturer of temperature and pressure instruments for industrial applications. “Beyond the Scale” symbolizes our commitment to meet and exceed the requirements of our customers with expert industry application knowledge, innovative engineered designs, and superior temperature and pressure measurement solutions with an eye towards the future. Contact us at (828) 658-3131 or visit us on the web at www.palmerwahl.com

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