Brannan DT-8835 User Manual

Non-contact infrared thermometer

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Non-Contact
InfraRed Thermometer
User Manual

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  • Page 1 Non-Contact InfraRed Thermometer User Manual...
  • Page 2 InfraRed Thermometer User Manual...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    InfraRed Thermometer User Manual Contents Page 1.Introduction ................. 2.Features................. 3.Wide Range Application............4.Safety..................5.Distance & Spot Size............. 6.Specifications................ 7.Frontpanel Description............8.Indicator................9.Buttons................. 10.Measurment Operation............11.Data Logger................. 11-1.Storing Data..............11-2.Infrared................. 11-3.Recalling Data............... 11-4.Log Clear Function............12.Battery Replacement............13.Notes.................. 14.Distance & Spot Size............14-1.Locating a hot Spot............
  • Page 4: Introduction

    InfraRed Thermometer User Manual 1.Introduction Thank you for purchase of the IR Thermometer. This device offers non-contact (InfraRed) temperature measurements capability. The built-in laser pointer increases target accuracy while the backlight LCD and handy push-buttons combine for convenient, ergonomic operation. Type K thermocouple functionality is also built-in. Proper use and care of this meter will provide years of reliable service.
  • Page 5: Safety

    InfraRed Thermometer User Manual Safety • Use extreme caution when the laser beam is turned on. • Do not let the beam enter your eye, another person’s eye or the eye of an animal. • Be careful no to let the beam on a reflective surface strike your eye. •...
  • Page 6: Specifications

    InfraRed Thermometer User Manual 6.Specifications IR Measurement IR Temp. Range -50 to 1050°C (-58 to 1922°F) 30:1 Resolution 0.1°C(0.1°F) Accuracy ±5°C(±9°F) -50 to -20°C(-58 to -4°F) -20 to 200°C(-4 to 392°F) ±1.5%±2°C(±3.6°F) 200 to 538°C(392 to 1000°F) ±2.0%±2°C(±3.6°F) ±3.5%±5°C(±9°F) 538 to 1050°C(1000 to 1922°F) TK Measurement TK Temp.
  • Page 7: Frontpanel Description

    InfraRed Thermometer User Manual Note: Accuracy: Given at 18 to 28°C (64 to 82°F), less than 80%RH. 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.
  • Page 8: Buttons

    InfraRed Thermometer User Manual 9.Buttons 1-Up button (for EMS,HAL,LAL) 2-MODE button (for cycling through the mode loop) 3-Down button (for EMS,HAL,LAL,LOG) 4-Laser/Backlight on/off button (pull trigger and press button to activate laser/backlight) MODE Button Function •The infrared thermometer measures Maximum (MAX), Minimum(MIN), Differential(DIF), and Average(AVG) Temp.
  • Page 9 InfraRed Thermometer User Manual Switching °C/°F, Lock ON/OFF and Set Alarm 1-°C/°F 2-LOCK ON/OFF 3- et Alarm •Select the temperature units (°C or °F) by using the °C/°F switch. •To lock the unit on for continuous measurement, slide the middle switch LOCK ON/OFF right.
  • Page 10: Measurment Operation

    InfraRed Thermometer User Manual 10.Measurment 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.
  • Page 11: Data Logger

    InfraRed Thermometer User Manual 11.Data Logger 11-1.Storing Data Your thermometer is capable of storing up to 20 data locations. The infrared temperature and temperature scale ( C or F) are also ° ° stored. 11-2.Infrared To store data from an infrared reading, pull the trigger. While holding the trigger, press the “...
  • Page 12 InfraRed Thermometer User Manual •When LOG location “0” shows in the display, press the laser/backlight button. A tones will sound, and the LOG location will automatically change to “1”, signifying that all data locations have been cleared. Note: Measurement considerations Holding the meter by its handle, point the IR Sensor toward the object whose temperature is to be measured.
  • Page 13: Battery Replacement

    InfraRed Thermometer User Manual 12.Battery Replacement • As battery power is not sufficient, LCD will display “ ” replacement with one new 9V battery is required. • Open battery cover, then take out the battery from instrument and replace with a new 9V battery and place the battery cover back. 13.Notes •...
  • Page 14: Distance & Spot Size

    InfraRed Thermometer User Manual 14.Distance & Spot Size As the distance (D) from the object increases, the spot size (S) of the area measured by the unit becomes larger. 14-1.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.
  • Page 15: 14-4.Emissivity Values

    InfraRed Thermometer User Manual 14-4.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(matt)
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