Fluke 561 Infrared Thermometer Optics 12/1 -40 to +550 °C 2558118 User Manual

 

 

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38 mm @

300 mm

75 mm @

900 mm

132 mm @

1500 mm

1.5 " @
12 "

3 " @
36 "

5.3 " @
60 "

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Make sure that the target is larger than the spot size. The smaller the target, the closer you should be to it. 
See Figure 6. 

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Emissivity describes the energy-emitting characteristics of materials. Most organic materials and painted or 
oxidized surfaces have an emissivity of about 0.95. 

If possible, to compensate for inaccurate readings that may result from measuring shiny metal surfaces, 
cover the surface to be measured with masking tape or flat black paint (< 148 

°

C/300 

°

F) and use the high 

emissivity setting. Allow time for the tape or paint to reach the same temperature as the surface beneath it. 
Measure the temperature of the tape or painted surface. 

If you cannot paint or use tape, then you can improve the accuracy of your measurements with the 
emissivity selector. Even with the emissivity selector, it can be difficult to get a completely accurate infrared 
measurement of a target with a shiny or metallic surface. Experimentation, using the probe to determine 
benchmark temperatures, and experience will help you choose the best setting for specific measurements. 

The Thermometer has three emissivity settings: low (0.3), medium (0.7), and high (0.95). Refer to Table 2. 
The reference to emissivity settings in the table are suggestions for typical situations. Your particular 
situation may differ.