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Thats right and usually the farther the more costly.
Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer
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I have this same brand I purchased years ago to shoot the temp. of the suction / gas line on A/C units. It is not very good at that as, it all depends on where the lazer hits the line ie in; the middle ,on the edge. Temps were all over the place.Haven't used it since
buckeyefarmer
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Thanks for reminding me I have one...
My kintrex just measured my pellet stove output is 300 degrees
My kintrex just measured my pellet stove output is 300 degrees
Bird
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I've got the Ryobi IR001 from Home Depot. I've had it about two and a half years. I know it ain't the best, but it's good enough for my uses.
troutsqueezer
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I bought the Ryobi as well a few weeks ago for around $29. Don't see any problem with it at all. It seems to match all the thermometers around the ranch for ambient temps and that's close enough for me. Max temp is 600 degrees F. It's 29 bucks...worth a gamble which seems to have paid off.
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Dang there is enough of them to choose from!
I never much go to Home Depot but I did get a sweet little Ryobi 10" table saw from them to keep on site at the Apple Orchard.
The Grainger link provided info for Extech equipment which in turn had me back to looking at the WCI Professional temp guns on the Amazon site. I think they warrant a closer look. To me they seem to have the same physical design and general specs. Compare these two models...
Amazon.com: WCI Professional High-Temperature IR Infrared Thermometer Laser Pointer Gun - Instant °C Or °F Measurements - Type K Input, 20 Point Memory, LCD Display And Alarm - For Electrical, HVAC, Automotive Diagnostics, Or Cooking Etc.: Home Impro
42515 - InfraRed Thermometer with Type K Input
Everything I researched recomends the greatest spot to target ratio you can get in your price range
There's one WCI model with a 30 " distance to spot ratio for $59.99....that's interesting.
Might be very useful in checking heat and cold leaks in building construction. Last year I wood framed a new 20 x24 storage cooler at work after tearing out the original that was so rotted the entire ceiling had fell in. Plywood covered up the new walls and ceiling, and had 2 inches of spray foam applied. Have to keep those apples cold you know
I never much go to Home Depot but I did get a sweet little Ryobi 10" table saw from them to keep on site at the Apple Orchard.
The Grainger link provided info for Extech equipment which in turn had me back to looking at the WCI Professional temp guns on the Amazon site. I think they warrant a closer look. To me they seem to have the same physical design and general specs. Compare these two models...
Amazon.com: WCI Professional High-Temperature IR Infrared Thermometer Laser Pointer Gun - Instant °C Or °F Measurements - Type K Input, 20 Point Memory, LCD Display And Alarm - For Electrical, HVAC, Automotive Diagnostics, Or Cooking Etc.: Home Impro
42515 - InfraRed Thermometer with Type K Input
Everything I researched recomends the greatest spot to target ratio you can get in your price range
There's one WCI model with a 30 " distance to spot ratio for $59.99....that's interesting.
Might be very useful in checking heat and cold leaks in building construction. Last year I wood framed a new 20 x24 storage cooler at work after tearing out the original that was so rotted the entire ceiling had fell in. Plywood covered up the new walls and ceiling, and had 2 inches of spray foam applied. Have to keep those apples cold you know
I bought a Craftsman 1000 degree version at a Sears store closing for $6.00 It does what I want it to do and also makes a fun dog chasing toy. I only use it very carefull with them for a minute or so. It says I'm healthy, too.
BIG DOOLEY
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Try spraying the area to me measured with a "thin" coat of flat black paint.
I believe I read that the units read better with a dark non shiny surface.
I have 2 used units that I found reasonably priced on ebay.
Raytek is a well known brand
I also have 2 Fluke temperature meters that accept K-type thermocouples.
The thermocouples are nice for checking/adjusting furnace temp. rise , liquid temps, refrigerator, freezer... temps.
Bird
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I just have one Extech Clamp Meter with the K-type thermocouple, and yep they can be very handy. My Extech will be 23 years old in April. Still works just fine.
Mace Canute
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I have a 3M brand one I bought years ago and it always seems to be accurate whenever I take the time to check it against a known temperature. I can't really recommend any one particular brand other than the usual generic advice to buy a good brand name one if your work requires accurate measurement.
I don't use it often but when I do, I wonder how I made do without it before! The more you use one, the more things you realize you can check with it.
A little FYI...the lazer in them has nothing to do with temperature sensing, it's strictly to help with aiming the unit dead center on whatever you are checking.
I don't use it often but when I do, I wonder how I made do without it before! The more you use one, the more things you realize you can check with it.
A little FYI...the lazer in them has nothing to do with temperature sensing, it's strictly to help with aiming the unit dead center on whatever you are checking.