Omega OS950 User's Manual
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1. Condition Error Measurement Remedy Code Fault Model OS951 HI Target gt 550 F Use higher 287 C OS950 Model 05953 HI Target 51000 Use higher F 538 C OS950 Model 05955 HI Target 51207 Use higher F 653 C OS950 Model 05956 HI Target 51600 Contact F 871 C Omega Low Target Temperature Condition Error Measurement Remedy Code Fault Model OS951 LO Target lt 50 F Contact 45 C Omega Model 05953 LO Target lt 0 F Use lower 18 C OS950 Model 05955 LO Target s186 F Use lower 86 C OS950 Model 05956 LO Target s186 F Use OS951 or 86 C 0S953 Other Errors Condition Error Measurement Remedy Code Fault High Ambient HI A Ambient 5 122 Move to Temperature F 50 C alternate location Low Ambient LO A Ambient lt 32 Move to Temperature F 0 C alternate location Low Battery N A Battery power Replace low battery Dead Battery Dead battery Replace battery Processing E Internal fault Repeat Error or Err measurement if error remains contact Omega 5 2 Troubleshooting Measurement Difficulties If you experience measurement problems review the fol lowing troubleshooting steps Is the sensor window clean Clean the sensor window and reflective cup and repeat the measurement Is the target s surface non metallic Coat metallic surf2. Shop online at omega com EOMEGA www omega com e mail info omega com OS950 SERIES Handheld Infrared Thermometers omega com LEOMEGA OMEGAnet On Line Service Internet e mail www omega com info omega com Servicing North America USA One Omega Drive Box 4047 ISO 9001 Stamford CT 06907 0047 Certified Tel 203 359 1660 FAX 203 359 7700 e mail info omega com Canada 976 Bergar Laval Quebec H7L 5A1 Tel 514 856 6928 FAX 514 856 6886 e mail info omega ca For immediate technical or application assistance USA and Sales Service 1 800 826 6342 1 800 TC OMEGA Canada Customer Service 1 800 622 2378 1 800 622 BEST Engineering Service 1 800 872 9436 1 800 USA WHEN TELEX 996404 EASYLINK 62968934 CABLE OMEGA Mexico En Espanol 001 203 359 7803 e mail espanol omega com FAX 001 203 359 7807 info omega com mx Servicing Europe Benelux Postbus 8034 1180 LA Amstelveen The Netherlands Tel 31 0 20 3472121 FAX 31 0 20 6434643 Toll Free in Benelux 0800 0993344 e mail sales omegaeng nl Czech Rud arm dy 1868 733 01 Karvin 8 Republic Tel 420 0 69 6311899 FAX 420 0 69 6311114 Toll Free 0800 1 66342 e mail czech omega com France 9 rue Denis Papin 78190 Trappes Tel 33 0 130 621 400 FAX 33 0 130 699 120 Toll Free in France 0800 4 06342 e mail sales omega fr Germany Daimlerstrasse 26 D 75392
3. ments using advanced non contact IR technology Meet your company s product quality conformance needs with the OS950 s patented Automatic Emissivity Compensation System AECS In this mode the unit will provide precision temperature measurements of spot tar gets without knowing the target s emissivity value and without errors caused by other sources of incident radiation Since the OS950 is NIST traceable it can function as a pri mary temperature calibrator for other temperature measur ing devices serving your corporate quality instrument cali bration programs Operate the OS950 in SCAN mode for thermal scanning measurements over a range of target temperatures Thermal Scanning is very useful in many applications such as evaluating insulation monitoring machinery and inspecting electrical equipment Or the OS950 may be operated in the MAX mode where the high est temperature measured while monitoring is presented This manual provides complete instructions on how to oper ate and use your OS950 to provide fast accurate reliable temperature measurements for your application needs 1 2 Product Features Designed for ease of use and measurement flexibility the OS950 features Dual purpose AECS as well as MAK and SCAN measurement modes Measurement resolution to 0 1 F or 0 1 C Factory calibration for precise results A 10 second display reading hold Internal self test and error diagnostic codes to insure pr
4. down and stabilize If the OS950 makes contact with a hot surface and an error message HI shows on the display remove the instrument from the object immediately 2 5 MAX Mode Temperature Measurements Use this measurement mode when making contact with the target or when the target is large The OS950 is a wide angle thermal scanner with a fixed emissivity of 0 9 The target s temperature is continuously displayed and updated 10 times per second for as long as you hold the MEASURE button down The OS950 displays the average temperature of everything within the sensor s field of view measurement area The size of the measuring area depends on the distance of the device from the target The OS950 has a 1 1 field of view which means that this unit will measure a 1 diameter target area when the device is 1 from the target 2 5 1 General Operation For continuous temperature measurement of a target or for temperature measurement at a distance use the following procedure 1 Determine the appropriate measurement distance from your desired target Best measurements are made when the OS950 is in contact with the target Make sure the MODE switch is on MAX Point the nosepiece at the target Press and hold the MEASURE button 4 ON 5 Record the temperature from the display 6 Release the MEASURE button The last reading will remain locked on the display for 10 seconds after releasing the button 2 6 SCAN Mode Temperature
5. lowers their surface temperatures Frost forms on a surface at the freezing point of water Frozen foods or similar targets will form frost unless the environment is controlled If frost forms the OS950 will measure the temperature of the frost instead of the object s temperature Melting ice will read slightly higher than 32 F 0 C because the instrument actually measures the air condens ing on the ice a reaction that generates a small amount of 6 heat As long as the ice is not melting the OS950 will accurately read its temperature To make an accurate target measurement remove any ice or moisture before measuring Chapter Four Maintenance The high performance OS950 is a rugged and durable instrument designed for long term performance reliability 4 1 Battery Replacement Open the instrument s cover to access the battery by loos ening the screw on the back of the instrument Remove the old battery and replace it with one fresh 9 V alkaline bat tery Align the battery contacts as indicated on the case 4 2 Cleaning The only maintenance required involves keeping the sensor window clean This window located at the base of the nosepiece s reflective cup is made of a special crystal that passes infrared heat Dirt greasy films or moisture on the window will interfere with the passage of infrared heat and affect the accuracy of the instrument If necessary clean the sensor window and reflective cup with a c
6. make running changes not model changes whenever an improvement is possible This affords our customers the latest in technology and engineering OMEGA is a registered trademark of OMEGA ENGINEERING INC Copyright 2001 OMEGA ENGINEERING INC All rights reserved This document may not be copied photocopied reproduced translated or reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form in whole or in part without the prior written consent of OMEGA ENGINEERING INC Where Do Find Everyitung I Need or Process Measurement and Control OMEGA Of Course Shop online at www omega com TEMPERATURE Thermocouple RTD amp Thermistor Probes Connectors Panels amp Assemblies Wire Thermocouple RTD amp Thermistor Calibrators amp Ice Point References Recorders Controllers amp Process Monitors SSS Infrared Pyrometers PRESSURE STRAIN AND FORCE Y Transducers amp Strain Gages Load Cells amp Pressure Gages Y Displacement Transducers Y Instrumentation amp Accessories FLOW LEVEL Y Rotameters Gas Mass Flowmeters amp Flow Computers V Air Velocity Indicators Turbine Paddlewheel Systems Totalizers amp Batch Controllers pH CONDUCTIVITY V pH Electrodes Testers amp Accessories Benchtop Laboratory Meters Y Controllers Calibrators Simulators amp Pumps Y Industrial pH amp Conductivity Equipment DATA ACQUISITION Y Data Acquisition amp Engineering Software Communications Bas
7. s nosepiece touches the surface of an object that reflective cup automatically controls what the sensor sees by eliminating variables such as target emis sivity and extraneous radiation Patented by Exergen as the Automatic Emissivity Compensation System AECS this unique design ensures accurate readings every time To optimize results make sure that the nosepiece is flush with the target when possible so that the reflective cone can complete trap out any light or incident radiation from the environment 3 4 Measuring Transparent Materials Although transparent materials pass visible light many visi bly transparent materials are opaque in the infrared and can be directly measured by the OS950 To test for infrared transparency touch the OS950 to the target s surface and pass a heat source such as your hand or a penlight through the sensor s field of view on the other side of the material If the OS950 responds to the heat source the material is transparent in the infrared and requires marking the surface for proper measurement Mark the surface with an opaque non metallic coating such as paint or grease Alternatively place a shiny metallic object such as alu minum foil behind the transparent material The shiny metal will reflect the target s heat back to the OS950 3 5 Measuring Wet or Icy Surfaces Wet or icy surfaces may interfere with the OS950 s read ings Water and other liquids are good targets but evapo ration
8. Deckenpfronn Germany Austria Tel 49 0 7056 9398 0 FAX 49 0 7056 9398 29 ll Free in Germany 0800 639 7678 e mail info omega dl 5 United One Omega Drive River Bend Technology Centre Kingdom Northbank Irlam Manchester ISO 9002 M44 5BD United Kingdom Certified Tel 44 0 161 777 6611 FAX 44 0 161 777 6622 Toll Free in United Kingdom 0800 488 488 e mail sales omega co uk It is the policy of OMEGA to comply with all worldwide safety and EMC EMI regulations that apply OMEGA is constantly pursuing certi fication of its products to the European New Approach Directives OMEGA will add the CE mark to every appropriate device upon certi fication The information contained in this document is believed to be correct but OMEGA Engineering Inc accepts no liability for any errors it contains and reserves the right to alter specifications without notice WARNING These products are not designed for use in and should not be used for patient connected applications Table of Contents Chapter One Welcome to Infrared Thermometry 1 1 Introduction 1 2 Product Features 1 3 Models and Ordering Information Chapter Two Operation 2 1 OS950 Controls 2 2 To Change Display Measurement Units 2 3 To Change Mode of Operation 2 4 Temperature Measurements 2 4 1 General Operati
9. Measurements Use this measurement mode for thermal scanning of a tar get or when measuring targets located at a distance The OS950 is a wide angle thermal scanner with a fixed emis sivity of 0 9 The target s temperature is continuously dis played and updated 10 times per second for as long as you hold the MEASURE button down The OS950 displays the average temperature of everything within the sensor s field of view measurement area The size of the measuring area depends on the distance of the device from the target The OS950 has a 1 1 field of view which means that this unit will measure a 1 diameter target area when the device is 1 from the target 2 6 1 General Operation For continuous temperature measurement of a target or for temperature measurement at a distance use the following procedure 1 Determine the appropriate measurement distance from your desired target Make sure the MODE switch is on SCAN Point the nosepiece at the target Press and hold the MEASURE button Record the temperature from the display Release the MEASURE button The last reading will remain locked on the display for 10 seconds after releasing the button DARAN Chapter Three Measurement Tips 3 1 Optimizing Target Area Measurements When performing a continuous thermal scan of a target or measuring a target located at a distance proper target alignment will help assure accurate results Since the OS950 s sensor measurement are
10. a is fixed at a field of view of 1 to 1 it is important to properly determine the best measuring distance from the target to optimize the reading A field of view of 1 to 1 means that the OS950 viewing area is 1 diameter for 1 distance from target Optimize optical alignment so that the OS950 views only the target and does not overlap the measurement area See Figure below for examples of proper optical alignment POOR POOR GOOD 3 2 Measuring Metallic Targets In general infrared thermometers can easily measure non metallic surfaces because they emit most of their potential heat Metallic surfaces on the other hand are poor emit ters and reguire special treatment before infrared ther mometers can accurately measure their temperature Fortunately that special treatment is simple and can be easily accomplished by marking the metallic surface you wish to measure with a non metallic substance such as a solid paint marker Other substances such as grease oil or tape may also be used It is only necessary to mark an area slightly larger that the OS950 nosepiece when operat ing in AECS mode When operating in MAX or SCAN modes mark the appropriate target area for the measuring distance from the target based on a 1 to 1 Field of View 3 3 Optimizing AESC Measurements for NIST Traceablity If you look at the OS950 s nosepiece you will see that it is really a small reflective cup with the sensor s window at its base When the OS950
11. aces with a non metallic finish and repeat the measurement Is the target s surface transparent Coat transparent surfaces with an opaque non metallic fin ish and repeat the measurement Alternatively put a shiny metallic surface such as aluminum foil behind the transparent target and repeat the measure ment Was the instrument s nosepiece in contact with the surface Touch the nosepiece flush to the target s surface and repeat the measurement If after applying all of the above solutions the instrument s accuracy is still in question contact Omega for further help Chapter Six OS950 Specifications Target Temperature Range OS951 50 to 550 F 45 to 287 C OS953 O to 1000 C 18 to 538 C OS955 186 to 1207 F 86 to 653 C OS956 186 to 1600 F 86 to 871 C Linearity Error OS951 1 of reading OS953 3 of reading 08955 43 of reading OS956 3 of reading Emissivity Error 1 of max difference between target temperature and instrument temperature when touching for emissivity of 0 8 to 1 0 Minimum spot size diameter Approx 1 4 6 4 mm Repeatability 0 1 FC NIST Traceablity In AECS Mode Display Resolution 0 1 F or 0 1 C Display Update 10 times second Measurement Response Time Approximately 0 1 seconds Field of View 1 1 0 63 15 9 mm Diameter Spot Area in AECS Mode Spectral Sensitivity 2 to 20 microns Battery One 9 volt Battery Life 5000 readings 10 seconds
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13. derside of the case Remove the cover exposing the battery area Locate the push button switch as shown in the picture With the unit off display is blank push the push but ton in 5 Holding the push button in turn the unit on with the MEASUREMENT button ONS The instrument now reads in C instead of F To return to the original setting simply repeat the process F C Switch MAX SCAN Switch 2 3 To Change Mode of Operation The OS950 Models come from the factory operating in the MAX mode To change to the SCAN mode perform the fol lowing steps Remove the screw from the underside of the case Remove the cover exposing the battery area Locate the slide switch as shown in the picture Change the position of the slide switch from 1 to ON BRD The unit will now operate in the SCAN mode ON 3 SCAN 1 gt MAX 2 4 Temperature Measurements 2 4 1 General Operation CAUTION SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT TOUCH THE INSTRUMENT TO ELECTRICAL CONDUCTORS The OS950 measures temperature very quickly To obtain an accurate measurement it is only necessary to touch the surface for a fraction of a second For exact surface temperature measurements that are NIST traceable use the following procedure Press and hold the MEASURE button The display will briefly show 8888 Touch the nosepiece to the target surface The display may or may not change but the beeping sound will indicate that measurements are bein
14. each Instrument Ambient Temperature Operating Range 32 to 122 F 0 to 50 C Storage Range 22 to 140 F 30 to 60 C Extended storage at temperature extremes will reduce bat tery life 10 WARRANTY DISCLAIMER OMEGA ENGINEERING INC warrants this unit to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 13 months from date of purchase OMEGA s WARRANTY adds an additional one 1 month grace period to the normal one 1 year product warranty to cover handling and shipping time This ensures that OMEGA s customers receive maximum coverage on each product If the unit malfunctions it must be returned to the factory for evaluation OMEGA Customer Service Department will issue an Authorized Return AR number immediately upon phone or written request Upon examination by OMEGA if the unit is found to be defective it will be repaired or replaced at no charge OMEGA s WARRANTY does not apply to defects resulting from any action of the purchaser including but not limited to mishandling improper interfacing operation outside of design limits improper repair or unauthorized modification This WARRANTY is VOID if the unit shows evidence of having been tampered with or shows evidence of having been damaged as a result of excessive corrosion or current heat moisture or vibration improper specification misapplication misuse or other operating conditions outside of OMEGA s control Components which wear are not w
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17. g made Record the temperature from the display Release the MEASURE button The last reading will remain locked on the display for 10 seconds after releasing the button CON oa 2 4 2 Temperature Measurement of Moving Targets To measure moving targets that are not possible to touch use the following procedure 1 Press and hold the MEASURE button 2 The display will briefly show 8888 3 Bring the nosepiece as close as possible to the target preferably within 1 32 inch 1 mm 4 The display may or may not change but the beeping sound will indicate that measurements are being made 5 Record the temperature from the display 6 Release the MEASURE button The last reading will remain locked on the display for 10 seconds after releasing the button If the surface is metallic be sure to mark it as described in the Measurement Tips section in Chapter Three 2 4 3 High Temperature Targets When using the OS950 to measure high temperature tar gets above 100 F quickly touch the target s surface one second is long enough to get an accurate reading Follow the procedures described above under 2 4 1 General Operation see pg 5 If the OS950 makes contact with a hot surface for an extended time 10 seconds or more the target will conduct heat Although this will not harm the unit the indicated temperature may be a few degrees too high Allow a few minutes between readings for the nosepiece to cool
18. on 2 4 2 Temperature Measurement of Moving Targets 2 4 3 High Temperature Targets 2 5 MAX Mode Temperature Measurements 2 5 1 General Operation 2 6 SCAN Mode Temperature Measurements 2 6 1 General Operation Chapter Three Measurement Tips 3 1 Optimizing Target Area Measurements 3 2 Measuring Metallic Targets 3 3 Optimizing AESC Measurements for NIST Traceability 3 4 Measuring Transparent Materials 6 3 5 Measuring Wet or Icy Surfaces 6 Chapter Four Maintentance 7 4 1 Battery Replacement 7 4 2Cleaning 7 4S StOrage an tile iaa elle 4 4 Calibration 7 Chapter Five Troubleshooting 7 5 1 Diagnostic Codes 7 5 2 Troubleshooting Measurement Difficulties 9 Chapter Six OS950 Specifications 9 Chapter One Welcome to Infrared Thermometry 1 1 Introduction Omega Engineering the world s leading manufacturer of infrared temperature systems presents the low cost OS950 Series of hand held infrared thermometers These dual purpose systems function as both NIST trace able temperature calibrators and thermal scanning devices Make fast accurate and reliable temperature measure
19. oper function 1 3 Models and Ordering Information OS950 50 to 550 F 45 to 287 C Unit includes a 9 V DC Alkaline Battery and OS950 Instruction Manual Also available with a Remote Sensor RS232 Digital Output and an Analog Output OS953 O to 1000 F 18 to 538 C Unit includes a 9 V DC Alkaline Battery and OS950 Instruction Manual Also available with a Remote Sensor RS232 Digital Output and an Analog Output 08955 Oto 1207 F 86 to 653 C Unit includes a Remote Sensor 9 V DC Alkaline Battery and OS950 Instruction Manual Also available with an RS232 Digital Output and an Analog Output OS956 0 to 1600 F 86 to 871 C Unit includes a Remote Sensor 9 V DC Alkaline Battery and OS950 Instruction Manual Also available with an RS232 Digital Output and an Analog Output Chapter Two Operation 2 1 05950 Controls MEASUREMENT button LED Display Sensor Window AECS Cup Battery Cover Screw LED Display Displays target temperature and diag nostic codes Measurement To turn on and start temperature meas button urement Nosepiece Automatic emissitivity compensation w AECS cup system nosepiece to contact target Sensor window Sensor viewing area for IR detector 2 2 To Change Display Measurement Units The OS950 Models come from the factory displaying tem perature in units of Fahrenheit To display readings in units of Celsius perform the following steps Remove the screw from the un
20. otton swab dipped in alcohol Periodic cleaning is a good practice 4 3 Storage When not in use store the OS950 in a container to protect the unit from dirt and dust Do not store the unit in areas of extreme heat cold or humidity If not using the OS950 for a long period remove the battery from the unit 4 4 Calibration The OS950 is factory calibrated under high quality stan dards Because there are no mechanical adjustments the instrument is able to maintain its calibration through vibra tion and normal use No field calibration is necessary Chapter Five Troubleshooting 5 1 Diagnostic Codes The high performance OS950 continuously monitors its ability to produce accurate temperature readings If either the target s temperature or the unit s ambient temperature exceeds the operational limits the display will default to an error message The battery voltage is also monitored A low battery is indi cated by a separate error code The unit will continue to operate as long as accuracy can be assured If the battery drops below 5 7 volts the battery is considered dead and the display defaults to If the E or Err error messages are displayed the unit will not function and must be returned to the factory for repair See section on Warranty for return instruction The following charts summarize the fault condition and the associated indication High Target Temperature
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