Operator’s Manual

optris® CTlaser
LT/ LTF/ 05M/ 1M/ 2M/ 3M/ MT/ F2/ F6/ G5/ P7

Infrared thermometer
Optris GmbH
Ferdinand-Buisson-Str. 14
13127 Berlin
Germany

Tel.: +49 30 500 197-0

Fax: +49 30 500 197-10

E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.optris.de
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Table of contents
Table of contents .............................................................................................................................................. 3

1 General Notes ........................................................................................................................................... 8

1.1 Intended use ....................................................................................................................................... 8

1.2 Warranty ............................................................................................................................................. 9

1.3 Scope of delivery ................................................................................................................................ 9

1.4 Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................10

1.5 Model Overview ................................................................................................................................11

2 Technical Data ........................................................................................................................................13

2.1 Factory settings ................................................................................................................................13

2.2 General specifications ......................................................................................................................16

2.3 Electrical specifications .....................................................................................................................17

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2.4 Measurement specifications [LT models] .........................................................................................19

2.5 Measurement specifications [05M model] ........................................................................................20

2.6 Measurement specifications [1M models] ........................................................................................21

2.7 Measurement specifications [2M models] ........................................................................................22

2.8 Measurement specifications [3M models] ........................................................................................23

2.9 Measurement specifications [3M/ MT/ F2 models] ...........................................................................24

2.10 Measurement specifications [F2/ F6/ P7 models].............................................................................25

2.11 Measurement specifications [G5 models].........................................................................................26

2.12 Optical charts ....................................................................................................................................27

3 Mechanical Installation ..........................................................................................................................41

3.1 Accessories.......................................................................................................................................44

3.1.1 Air purge collar ..........................................................................................................................44

3.1.2 Mounting bracket ......................................................................................................................45

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3.1.3 Water cooled housing ...............................................................................................................46

3.1.4 Rail mount adapter for electronic box .......................................................................................47

4 Electrical Installation ..............................................................................................................................48

4.1 Connection of the cables ..................................................................................................................48

4.2 Power supply ....................................................................................................................................53

4.3 Cable assembling .............................................................................................................................53

4.4 Ground connection ...........................................................................................................................55

4.4.1 05M, 1M, 2M, 3M models .........................................................................................................55

4.4.2 LT, LTF, MT, F2, F6, G5, P7 models ........................................................................................56

4.5 Exchange of the sensing head .........................................................................................................57

4.6 Exchange of the head cable .............................................................................................................58

4.7 Outputs and Inputs ...........................................................................................................................59

4.7.1 Analog outputs ..........................................................................................................................59

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4.7.2 Digital Interfaces .......................................................................................................................61

4.7.3 Relay outputs ............................................................................................................................62

4.7.4 Functional inputs .......................................................................................................................63

4.7.5 Alarms .......................................................................................................................................64

5 Operation .................................................................................................................................................66

5.1 Sensor setup .....................................................................................................................................66

5.2 Aiming laser ......................................................................................................................................73

5.3 Error messages ................................................................................................................................75

6 Software CompactConnect ....................................................................................................................76

6.1 Installation .........................................................................................................................................76

6.2 Communication settings ...................................................................................................................78

6.2.1 Serial Interface ..........................................................................................................................78

6.2.2 Protocol .....................................................................................................................................78

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6.2.3 ASCII-Protocol ..........................................................................................................................79

6.2.4 Save parameter settings ...........................................................................................................80

7 Basics of Infrared Thermometry ...........................................................................................................81

8 Emissivity ................................................................................................................................................82

8.1 Definition ...........................................................................................................................................82

8.2 Determination of unknown emissivity ...............................................................................................83

8.3 Characteristic emissivity ...................................................................................................................84

Appendix A – Table of emissivity for metals ...............................................................................................85

Appendix B – Table of emissivity for non-metals .......................................................................................87

Appendix C – Smart Averaging .....................................................................................................................88

Appendix D – Declaration of Conformity .....................................................................................................89

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1 General Notes
1.1 Intended use
Thank you for choosing the optris® CTlaser infrared thermometer.
The sensors of the optris CTlaser series are noncontact infrared temperature sensors. They calculate the
surface temperature based on the emitted infrared energy of objects [►7 Basics of Infrared
Thermometry]. An integrated double laser aiming helps to mark the measurement spot on the object
surface. This lies within the two laser points.

The CTlaser sensing head is a sensitive optical system. Please use only the thread for
mechanical installation.

 Avoid abrupt changes of the ambient temperature.

 Avoid mechanical violence on the head – this may destroy the system (expiry of warranty).
 If you have any problems or questions, please contact our service department.

Read the manual carefully before the initial start-up. The producer reserves the right to change
the herein described specifications in case of technical advance of the product.
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► All accessories can be ordered according to the referred part numbers in brackets [ ].

1.2 Warranty
Each single product passes through a quality process. Nevertheless, if failures occur contact the customer
service at once. The warranty period covers 24 months starting on the delivery date. After the warranty is
expired the manufacturer guarantees additional 6 months warranty for all repaired or substituted product
components. Warranty does not apply to damages, which result from misuse or neglect. The warranty also
expires if you open the product. The manufacturer is not liable for consequential damage or in case of a non-
intended use of the product.
If a failure occurs during the warranty period the product will be replaced, calibrated or repaired without
further charges. The freight costs will be paid by the sender. The manufacturer reserves the right to
exchange components of the product instead of repairing it. If the failure results from misuse or neglect the
user has to pay for the repair. In that case you may ask for a cost estimate beforehand.

1.3 Scope of delivery

 CTlaser sensing head with connection cable and electronic box
 Mounting nut and mounting bracket (fixed)
 Operators manual
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1.4 Maintenance
Blow off loose particles using clean compressed air. The lens surface can be cleaned with a soft, humid
tissue moistened with water or a water based glass cleaner.

Never use cleaning compounds which contain solvents (neither for the lens nor for the housing).
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1.5 Model Overview

The sensors of the CTlaser series are available in the following basic versions:

Model Model code Measurement range Spectral response Typical applications

CTlaser LT LT -50 to 975 °C 8-14 µm non-metallic surfaces

CTlaser F LTF -50 to 975 °C 8-14 µm fast processes

CTlaser 05M 05M 1000 to 2000 °C 0.525 µm measurement of liquid metal

1ML 485 to 1050 °C

CTlaser 1M 1MH 650 to 1800 °C 1,0 µm metals and ceramic surfaces
1MH1 800 to 2200 °C

2ML 250 to 800 °C

CTlaser 2M 2MH 385 to 1600 °C 1.6 µm metals and ceramic surfaces
2MH1 490 to 2000 °C

3ML 50 to 400 °C
3MH 100 to 600 °C
CTlaser 3M 3MH1 150 to 1000 °C 2.3 µm metals at low object temperatures (from 50 °C)
3MH2 200 to 1500 °C
3MH3 250 to 1800 °C

CTlaser MT MT 200 to 1450 °C 3.9 µm measurement through flames

MTH 400 to 1650 °C
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CTlaser F2 F2 200 to 1450 °C 4.24 µm measurement of CO2-flame gases

F2H 400 to 1650 °C

CTlaser F6 F6 200 to 1450 °C 4.64 µm measurement of CO-flame gases

F6H 400 to 1650 °C

G5L 100 to 1200 °C

CTlaser G5 G5H 250 to 1650 °C 5,0 µm measurement of glass
G5HF 200 to 1650 °C

CTlaser P7 P7 0 to 710 °C 7.9 µm plastic foils and surfaces of glass

Table 1: Overview of models

In the following chapters of this manual you will find only the short model codes. On the 1M, 2M, 3M and G5
models the whole measurement range is split into several sub ranges (L, H, H1 etc.).
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2 Technical Data
2.1 Factory settings

Smart Averaging means a dynamic average adaptation at high signal edges. [Activation via
software only]. [►Appendix C – Smart Averaging]

Signal output object temperature 0–5V

Emissivity 0.970 [LT/ LTF/ MT/ F2/ F6/ G5, P7]

1.000 [05M, 1M/ 2M/ 3M]

Transmissivity 1.000

Average time (AVG) 0.2 s [LT]; 0.1 s [LTF, MT, F2, F6, G5, P7]
inactive [05M, 1M, 2M, 3M]

Smart Averaging Inactive [LT/ G5], active [05M, 1M, 2M, 3M]

Peak hold Inactive

Valley hold Inactive

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LT/ LTF 05M 1ML 1MH 1MH1 2ML 2MH 2MH1 3ML 3MH 3MH1 3MH2

Lower limit temperature 0 1000 485 650 800 250 385 490 50 100 150 200
range [°C]

Upper limit temperature 500 2000 1050 1800 2200 800 1600 2000 400 600 1000 1500
range [°C]

Lower alarm limit [°C] 30 1200 600 800 1200 350 500 800 100 250 350 550
(Normally closed)

Upper alarm limit [°C] 100 1600 900 1400 1600 600 1200 1400 300 500 600 1000
(Normally open)

Lower limit signal output 0V

Upper limit signal output 5V

Temperature unit °C

Ambient temperature compensation internal head temperature probe

(on LT, LTF, MT, F2, F6, G5, P7
output at OUT-AMB as 0-5 V signal)

Baud rate [kBaud] 115

Laser inactive
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3MH3 MT MTH F2 F2H F6 F6H G5L G5H G5HF P7

Lower limit temperature 250 200 400 200 400 200 400 100 250 200 0
range [°C]

Upper limit temperature 1800 1450 1650 1450 1650 1450 1650 1200 400 600 710
range [°C]

Lower alarm limit [°C] 750 400 600 400 600 400 600 200 350 350 30
(Normally closed)

Upper alarm limit [°C] 1200 1200 1400 1200 1400 1200 1400 500 900 900 100
(Normally open)

Lower limit signal output 0V

Upper limit signal output 5V

Temperature unit °C

Ambient temperature compensation internal head temperature probe

(on LT, LTF, MT, F2, F6, G5, P7
output at OUT-AMB as 0-5 V signal)

Baud rate [kBaud] 115

Laser inactive
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2.2 General specifications

Sensing head Electronic box

Environmental rating IP65 (NEMA-4)

Ambient temperature 1) -20...85 °C

Storage temperature -40...85 °C (3M: -40…125 °C) -40...85 °C

Relative humidity 10...95 %, noncondensing

Material Stainless steel Die casting zinc

Dimensions 100 mm x 50 mm, M48x1.5 89 mm x 70 mm x 30 mm

Weight 600 g 420 g

Cable length 3 m (standard), 8 m, 15 m

Cable diameter 5 mm

Ambient temperature cable Max. 105 °C [High temperature cable (optional):

180 °C]

Vibration IEC 60068-2-6 (sinus shaped), IEC 60068-2-64

(broad band noise)
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Shock IEC 60068-2-27 (25G and 50G)

Software (optional) CompactConnect

1)
Laser will turn off automatically at ambient temperatures >50 °C. The functionality of the LCD display can be limited at ambient
temperatures below 0 °C.

2.3 Electrical specifications

Power supply 8–36 VDC
Current draw Max. 160 mA
Aiming laser 635 nm, 1 mW, On/ Off via programming keys or software
Outputs/ analog

Channel 1 selectable: 0/ 4–20 mA, 0–5/ 10 V, thermocouple (J or K) or alarm output (Signal source:
object temperature)
Channel 2 (LT/ LTF/ MT/ F2/ F6/ G5/ P7 only) Head temperature [-20...180 °C] as 0–5 V or 0–10 V output or alarm output (Signal source
switchable to object temperature or electronic box temperature if used as alarm output)

Alarm output Open collector output at Pin AL2 [24 V/ 50 mA]

Output impedances
mA Max. loop resistance 500 Ω (at 8-36 VDC)
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mV Min. 100 kΩ load impedance

Thermocouple 20 Ω
Digital interfaces USB, RS232, RS485, CAN, Profibus DP, Ethernet (optional plug-in modules)
Relay outputs 2 x 60 VDC/ 42 VACRMS, 0.4 A; optically isolated (optional plug-in module)
Functional inputs F1-F3; software programmable for the following functions:
- external emissivity adjustment
- ambient temperature compensation
- trigger (reset of hold functions)
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2.4 Measurement specifications [LT models]

LT LTF

Temperature range (scalable) -50...975 °C

Spectral range 8...14 µm

Optical resolution 75:1 50:1

System accuracy 1), 2) (at ambient temp. 23 ±5 °C) ±1 °C or ±1 % ±1,5 °C or ±1,5 %

Repeatability 1) (at ambient temp. 23 ±5 °C) ±0.5 °C or ±0.5 % ±1 °C or ±1 %

Temperature resolution (NETD) 0.1 K 0.5 K

Response time (90 % signal) 120 ms 9 ms

Warm-up time 10 min

Emissivity/ Gain, Transmissivity 0.100...1.100 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Signal processing Average, peak hold, valley hold (adjustable via programming keys or software)

1)
Accuracy for thermocouple output: ±2.5 °C or ±1 %, whichever is greater
2)
at object temperatures >0°C, Ɛ =1
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2.5 Measurement specifications [05M model]

05M

Temperature range (scalable) 1000…2000 °C

Spectral range 0.525 µm

Optical resolution 150:1

System accuracy1), 3) (at ambient temp. 23 ±5°C) ± 1 % TMeas (≤ 1100 °C)

± (0.3 % TMeas + 2 °C) (>1100 °C)

Repeatability (at ambient temp. 23 ±5 °C) ± 0.5 % TMeas (≤ 1100 °C)

± (0.1 % TMeas + 1 °C) (>1100 °C)

Temperature resolution (NETD) 0.2 K

Response time 2) (90 % signal) 1 ms

Emissivity/ Gain 0.100...1.100 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Transmissivity 0.100...1.000 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Signal processing Average, peak hold, valley hold (adjustable via programming keys or software)

1)
ε = 1, exposure time 1 s, 2) with dynamic adaptation at low signal levels, 3) Accuracy for thermocouple output: ±2.5 °C or ±1 %,
whichever is greater
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2.6 Measurement specifications [1M models]

1ML 1MH 1MH1

Temperature range (scalable) 485...1050 °C 650...1800 °C 800...2200 °C

Spectral range 1,0 µm

Optical resolution 150:1 300:1

System accuracy 1), 3) (at ambient temperature ±(0.3 % TMeas +2 °C)

235 °C)

Repeatability (at ambient temperature 235 °C) ±(0.1 % TMeas +1 °C)

Temperature resolution (NETD) 0.1 K

Response time 2) (90 % signal) 1 ms

Emissivity/ Gain 0.100...1.100 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Transmissivity 0.100...1.000 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Signal processing Average, peak hold, valley hold (adjustable via programming keys or software)

1)
ε = 1, Exposure time 1 s, 2) with dynamic adaptation at low signal levels, 3) Accuracy for thermocouple output: ±2.5 °C or ±1 %,
whichever is greater
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2.7 Measurement specifications [2M models]

2ML 2MH 2MH1

Temperature range (scalable) 250...800 °C 385...1600 °C 490...2000 °C

Spectral range 1.6 µm

Optical resolution 150:1 300:1

System accuracy1)3) (at ambient temperature ±(0.3 % TMeas +2 °C)

235 °C)

Repeatability (at ambient temperature ±(0.1 % TMeas +1 °C)

235 °C)

Temperature resolution (NETD) 0.1 K

Response time 2) (90 % signal) 1 ms

Emissivity/ Gain 0.100...1.100 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Transmissivity 0.100...1.000 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Signal processing Average, peak hold, valley hold (adjustable via programming keys or software)

 = 1, Exposure time 1 s, 2) with dynamic adaptation at low signal levels, 3) Accuracy for thermocouple output: ±2.5 °C or ±1 %,
1)

whichever is greater
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2.8 Measurement specifications [3M models]

3ML 1) 3MH 1) 3MH1 3MH2

Temperature range (scalable) 2) 50...400 °C 100...600 °C 150...1000 °C 200...1500 °C

Spectral range 2.3 µm

Optical resolution 60:1 100:1 300:1

System accuracy 3)5) (at ambient ±(0.3 % TMeas +2 °C)

temperature 235 °C)

Repeatability (at ambient temperature ±(0.1 % TMeas +1 °C)

235 °C)

Temperature resolution (NETD) 0.1 K

Response time 4) (90 % signal) 1 ms

Emissivity/ Gain 0.100...1.100 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Transmissivity 0.100...1.000 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Signal processing Average, peak hold, valley hold (adjustable via programming keys or software)

1)
TObject > THead+25 °C, 2) Specification valid at TObject ≥ start of measurement range + 50°C, 3)  = 1/ Response time 1s, 4) with dynamic
adaptation at low signal levels, 5) Accuracy for thermocouple output: ±2.5 °C or ±1 %, whichever is greater
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2.9 Measurement specifications [3M/ MT/ F2 models]

3MH3 4) MT MTH F2

Temperature range (scalable) 250...1800 °C 200...1450 °C 400...1650 °C 200...1450 °C

Spectral range 2.3 µm 3.9 µm 4.24 µm

Optical resolution 300:1 45:1

System accuracy 1), 6) (at ambient ±(0.3 % TMeas +2 °C) ±1 % 2)

temperature 235 °C)

Repeatability(at ambient temperature ±(0.1 % TMeas +1 °C) ±0.5 % or 0.5 °C 2)

235 °C)

Temperature resolution (NETD) 0.1 K

Response time (90 % signal) 1 ms 3) 10 ms

Emissivity/ Gain 0.100...1.100 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Transmissivity 0.100...1.000 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Signal processing Average, peak hold, valley hold (adjustable via programming keys or software)

1)
 = 1/ Response time 1s, 2) at object temperatures >300 °C, 3) with dynamic adaptation at low signal levels, 4) TObject > THead+25 °C,
5)
Specification valid at TObject ≥ start of measurement range + 50°C, 6) Accuracy for thermocouple output: ±2.5 °C or ±1 %
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2.10 Measurement specifications [F2/ F6/ P7 models]

F2H F6 F6H P7

Temperature range (scalable) 400...1650 °C 200...1450 °C 400...1650 °C 0…710 °C

Spectral range 4.24 µm 4.64 µm 7.9 µm

Optical resolution 45:1

System accuracy 2), 4) (at ambient ±1 %3) ±1.5 °C or ±1 %1)

temperature 235 °C)

Repeatability 1), 2) (at ambient ±0.5 °C or ±0.5 %2)

temperature 235 °C)

Temperature resolution (NETD) 0.1 K 0.5 K

Response time (90 % signal) 10 ms 150 ms

Emissivity/ Gain 0.100...1.100 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Transmissivity 0.100...1.000 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Signal processing Average, peak hold, valley hold (adjustable via programming keys or software)

1)
Whichever is greater, 2)  = 1/ Response time 1s, 3)
at object temperatures >300 °C, 4) Accuracy for thermocouple output: ±2.5 °C or
±1 %, whichever is greater
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2.11 Measurement specifications [G5 models]

G5L G5H G5HF

Temperature range (scalable) 100...1200 °C 250...1650 °C 200...1650 °C

Spectral range 5,0 µm

Optical resolution 45:1 70:1 45:1

System accuracy 1), 2), 3) (at ambient ±1.5 °C or ±1 %

temperature 235 °C)

Repeatability 1) (at ambient temperature ±0.5 °C or ±0.5 %

235 °C)

Temperature resolution (NETD) 0,1 K

Response time (90 % signal) 120 ms 80 ms 10 ms

Emissivity/ Gain 0.100...1.100 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Transmissivity 0.100...1.000 (adjustable via programming keys or software)

Signal processing Average, peak hold, valley hold (adjustable via programming keys or software)

1)
Whichever is greater, 2)  = 1/ Response time 1s, 3) Accuracy for thermocouple output: ±2.5 °C or ±1 %, whichever is greater
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2.12 Optical charts

The following optical charts show the diameter of the measuring spot in dependence on the distance
between measuring object and sensing head. The spot size refers to 90 % of the radiation energy.
The distance is always measured from the front edge of the sensing head.

As an alternative to the optical diagrams, the spot size calculator can also be used on the optris website
http://www.optris.com/spot-size-calculator.

The size of the measuring object and the optical resolution of the infrared thermometer
determine the maximum distance between sensing head and measuring object.
In order to prevent measuring errors the object should fill out the field of view of the optics
completely.
Consequently, the spot should at all times have at least the same size like the object or should
be smaller than that.

D = Distance from front of the sensing head to the object

S = Spot size
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LT
Optics: SF

D:S (focus distance) = 75:1/ 16mm@1200mm

D:S (far field) = 24:1

LT
Optics: CF1

D:S (focus distance) = 75:1/ 0.9mm@70mm

D:S (far field) = 3.5:1
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LT

Optics: CF2

D:S (focus distance) = 75:1/ 1.9mm@150mm

D:S (far field) = 7:1

LT

Optics: CF3

D:S (focus distance) = 75:1/ 2.75mm@200mm

D:S (far field) = 9:1
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LT

Optics: CF4

D:S (focus distance) = 75:1/ 5.9mm@450mm

D:S (far field) = 18:1

LTF

Optics: SF

D:S (focus distance) = 50:1/ 24mm@1200mm

D:S (far field) = 20:1
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LTF

Optics: CF1

D:S (focus distance) = 50:1/ 1.4mm@70mm

D:S (far field) = 3.5:1

LTF

Optics: CF2

D:S (focus distance) = 50:1/ 3mm@150mm

D:S (far field) = 6:1
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LTF

Optics: CF3

D:S (focus distance) = 50:1/ 4mm@200mm

D:S (far field) = 8:1

LTF

Optics: CF4

D:S (focus distance) = 50:1/ 9mm@450mm

D:S (far field) = 16:1
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1MH/ 1MH1/ 2MH/ 2MH1/ 3MH1-H3

Optics: FF

D:S (focus distance) = 300:1/ 12mm@ 3600mm

D:S (far field) = 115:1

05M/ 1ML/ 2ML Optics: FF

D:S (focus distance) = 150:1/ 24mm@ 3600mm

D:S (far field) = 84:1

1MH/ 1MH1/ 2MH/ 2MH1/ 3MH1-H3

Optics: SF

D:S (focus distance) = 300:1/ 3,7mm@ 1100mm

D:S (far field) = 48:1

05M/ 1ML/ 2ML Optics: SF

D:S (focus distance) = 150:1/ 7,3mm@ 1100mm

D:S (far field) = 42:1
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1MH/ 1MH1/ 2MH/ 2MH1/ 3MH1-H3

Optics: CF2

D:S (focus distance) = 300:1/ 0,5mm@ 150mm

D:S (far field) = 7,5:1

1ML/ 2ML Optics: CF2

D:S (focus distance) = 150:1/ 1mm@ 150mm

D:S (far field) = 7:1

1MH/ 1MH1/ 2MH/ 2MH1/ 3MH1-H3

Optics: CF3

D:S (focus distance) = 300:1/ 0,7mm@ 200mm

D:S (far field) = 10:1

1ML/ 2ML Optics: CF3

D:S (focus distance) = 150:1/ 1,3mm@ 200mm

D:S (far field) = 10:1
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1MH/ 1MH1/ 2MH/ 2MH1/ 3MH1-H3

Optics: CF4

D:S (focus distance) = 300:1/ 1,5mm@ 450mm

D:S (far field) = 22:1

1ML/ 2ML Optics: CF4

D:S (focus distance) = 150:1/ 3mm@ 450mm

D:S (far field) = 20:1

3MH Optics: SF

D:S (focus distance) = 100:1/ 11mm@ 1100mm

D:S (far field) = 38:1

3ML Optics: SF

D:S (focus distance) = 60:1/ 18.3mm@ 1100mm

D:S (far field) = 30:1
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3MH Optics: CF1

D:S (focus distance) = 100:1/ 0.85mm@ 85mm

D:S (far field) = 4:1

3ML Optics: CF1

D:S (focus distance) = 60:1/ 1.4mm@ 85mm

D:S (far field) = 4:1

3MH Optics: CF2

D:S (focus distance) = 100:1/ 1.5mm@ 150mm

D:S (far field) = 7:1

3ML Optics: CF2

D:S (focus distance) = 60:1/ 2.5mm@ 150mm

D:S (far field) = 6:1
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3MH Optics: CF3

D:S (focus distance) = 100:1/ 2mm@ 200mm

D:S (far field) = 9:1

3ML Optics: CF3

D:S (focus distance) = 60:1/ 3.4mm@ 200mm

D:S (far field) = 8:1

3MH Optics: CF4

D:S (focus distance) = 100:1/ 4.5mm@ 450mm

D:S (far field) = 19:1

3ML Optics: CF4

D:S (focus distance) = 60:1/ 7.5mm@ 450mm

D:S (far field) = 17:1
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MT/ MTH/ F2/ F2H/ F6/ F6H/ G5L/ G5HF/

P7 Optics: SF

D:S (focus distance) = 45:1/ 27mm@1200mm

D:S (far field) = 25:1

G5H Optics: SF

D:S (focus distance) = 70:1/ 17mm@1200mm

D:S (far field) = 33:1

MT/ MTH/ F2/ F2H/ F6/ F6H/ G5L/ G5HF/

P7 Optics: CF1

D:S (focus distance) = 45:1/ 1.6mm@70mm

D:S (far field) = 3:1

G5H Optics: CF1

D:S (focus distance) = 70:1/ 1mm@70mm

D:S (far field) = 3.4:1
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MT/ MTH/ F2/ F2H/ F6/ F6H/ G5L/ G5HF/

P7 Optics: CF2

D:S (focus distance) = 45:1/ 3.4mm@150mm

D:S (far field) = 6:1

G5H Optics: CF2

D:S (focus distance) = 70:1/ 2.2mm@150mm

D:S (far field) = 6.8:1

MT/ MTH/ F2/ F2H/ F6/ F6H/ G5L/ G5HF/

P7 Optics: CF3

D:S (focus distance) = 45:1/ 4.5mm@200mm

D:S (far field) = 8:1

G5H Optics: CF3

D:S (focus distance) = 70:1/ 2.9mm@200mm

D:S (far field) = 9.2:1
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MT/ MTH/ F2/ F2H/ F6/ F6H/ G5L/ G5HF/

P7 Optics: CF4

D:S (focus distance) = 45:1/ 10mm@450mm

D:S (far field) = 15:1

G5H Optics: CF4

D:S (focus distance) = 70:1/ 6.5mm@450mm

D:S (far field) = 17.7:1
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3 Mechanical Installation
 Keep the optical path free of any obstacles.
 For an exact alignment of the head to the object activate the integrated double laser.
[►5.2 Aiming laser]

The CTlaser is equipped with a metric M48x1.5 thread and can be installed either directly via the sensor
thread or with help of the supplied mounting nut (standard) and fixed mounting bracket (standard) to a
mounting device available.

Figure 1: CTlaser sensing head

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Figure 2: Mounting bracket, adjustable in one axis [Order No. - ACCTLFB] – standard scope of supply
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Figure 3: Electronic box

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3.1 Accessories

3.1.1 Air purge collar

 Use oil-free, technically clean air only.

 The needed amount of air (approx. 2...10 l/ min.) depends on the application and the
installation conditions on-site.

The lens must be kept clean at all times from dust, smoke, fumes and other contaminants in order to avoid
reading errors. These effects can be reduced by using an air purge collar.

Figure 4: Air purge collar [Order No.: ACCTLAP], hose connection: 6x8 mm, thread (fitting): G 1/8 inch
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3.1.2 Mounting bracket

This adjustable mounting bracket allows an adjustment of the sensor head in two axes.

Figure 5: Mounting bracket, adjustable in two axes [Order No.: ACCTLAB]

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3.1.3 Water cooled housing

To avoid condensation on the optics an air purge collar is recommended.

The sensing head is for application at ambient temperatures up to 85 °C. For applications at higher ambient
temperatures we recommend the usage of the optional water cooled housing (operating temperature up to
175 °C) and the optional high temperature cable (operating temperature up to 180 °C).

Water flow rate: approx. 2 l/ min

(Cooling water temperature should not
exceed 30 °C)

Figure 6: Water cooled housing [Order No.: ACCTLW], hose connection: 6x8 mm, thread (fitting): G 1/8 inch
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3.1.4 Rail mount adapter for electronic box

With the rail mount adapter the CTlaser electronics can be mounted easily on a DIN rail (TS35) according
EN50022.

Figure 7: Rail mount adapter [Order No.: ACCTRAIL]

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4 Electrical Installation
4.1 Connection of the cables

For the Cooling jacket the connector version is needed.

Basic version

The basic version is supplied with a connection cable (connection sensing head-electronics). For the
electrical installation of the CTlaser open at first the cover of the electronic box (4 screws). Below the display
are the screw terminals for the cable connection.

Figure 8: Basic version

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Connector version

Use the original ready-made, fitting connection cables which are optionally available.
Consider the pin assignment of the connector (see Figure 10).

This version has a connector plug integrated in the sensor backplane

Figure 9: Connector version

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Pin assignment of connector plug (connector version only)

PIN Designation Wire color (original sensor cable)

1 Detector signal (+) Yellow

2 Temperature probe head Brown

3 Temperature probe head White

4 Detector signal (–) Green

5 Ground Laser (–) Grey

Figure 10: Connector plug (exterior view)
6 Power supply Laser (+) Pink

7 -- Not used
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Designation [models LT/ LTF/ MT/ F2/ F6/ G5/ P7]

+8...36 VDC Power supply

GND Ground (0 V) of power supply

GND Ground (0 V) of internal in- and outputs

OUT-AMB Analog output head temperature (mV)

OUT-TC Analog output thermocouple (J or K)

OUT-mV/mA Analog output object temperature (mV or mA)

F1-F3 Functional inputs

AL2 Alarm 2 (Open collector output)

3V SW PINK/ Power supply Laser (+)

GND GREY/ Ground Laser (–)

Figure 11: Opened electronic box
BROWN Temperature probe head (LT/ LTF/ MT/ F2/ F6/ G5/ P7) with terminal connections
WHITE Temperature probe head

GREEN Detector signal (–)

YELLOW Detector signal (+)

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Designation [models 05M/ 1M/ 2M/ 3M]

+8…36 VDC Power supply

GND Ground (0 V) of power supply

GND Ground (0 V) of internal in- and outputs

AL2 Alarm 2 (Open collector output)

OUT-TC Analog output thermocouple (J or K)

OUT-mV/mA Analog output object temperature (mV or mA)

F1-F3 Functional inputs

GND Ground (0 V)

3V SW PINK/ Power supply Laser (+)

GND GREY/ Ground Laser (–)

Figure 12: Opened electronic box (05M/ 1M/ 2M/ 3M) with
BROWN Temperature probe head
terminal connections
WHITE Temperature probe head

GREEN Detector signal (–)

YELLOW Detector signal (+)

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4.2 Power supply

Do never connect a supply voltage to the analog outputs as this will destroy the output!
The CTlaser is not a 2-wire sensor!

Use a separate, stabilized power supply unit with an output voltage in the range of 8–36 VDC
which can supply 160 mA. The residual ripple should be max 200 mV.

4.3 Cable assembling

For all power and data lines use shielded cables only. The sensor shield has to be grounded.

The cable gland M12x1.5 allows the use of cables with a diameter of 3 to 5 mm.

1. Remove the isolation from the cable (40 mm power supply, 50 mm signal outputs, 60 mm functional
inputs), cut the shield down to approximately 5 mm and spread the strands out.

2. Extract about 4 mm of the wire isolation and tin the wire ends. Place the pressing screw, the rubber
washer and the metal washers of the cable gland one after the other onto the prepared cable end
(see Figure 13).
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3. Spread the strands and fix the shield between two of the metal washers.

4. Insert the cable into the cable gland until the limit stop and screw the cap tight. Every single wire may
be connected to the according screw clamps according to their colors.

Figure 13: Cable assembling

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4.4 Ground connection

4.4.1 05M, 1M, 2M, 3M models

At the bottom side of the mainboard PCB you will find a connector (jumper) which has been placed from
factory side as shown in the picture [bottom and middle pin connected]. In this position the ground
connections (GND power supply/ outputs) are connected with the ground of the electronics housing.

To avoid ground loops and related signal interferences in industrial environments it might be necessary to
interrupt this connection. To do this put the jumper in the opposite position [middle and top pin connected].

If the thermocouple output is used the connection GND – housing should be interrupted generally.

Figure 14: Ground connection

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4.4.2 LT, LTF, MT, F2, F6, G5, P7 models

At the bottom side of the mainboard PCB you will find a connector (jumper) which has been placed from
factory side as shown in the picture [left and middle pin connected]. In this position the ground connections
(GND power supply/ outputs) are connected with the ground of the electronics housing.

To avoid ground loops and related signal interferences in industrial environments it might be necessary to
interrupt this connection. To do this put the jumper in the other position [middle and right pin connected].

If the thermocouple output is used the connection GND – housing should be interrupted generally.

Figure 15: Ground connection

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4.5 Exchange of the sensing head

 After exchanging a head the calibration code of the new head must be entered into the
electronics.
 After modification of the code a reset is necessary to activate the changes.
[►5 Operation]
 The calibration code is fixed on a label on the head. Do not remove this label or note the
code. The code is needed if the electronic must be exchanged.

The sensing head is already connected to the electronics by factory default. Inside a certain model group an
exchange of sensing heads and electronics is possible.

Entering of the calibration code

Every head has a specific calibration code, which is printed on the head. For a correct temperature
measurement and functionality of the sensor this calibration code must be stored into the electronic box. The
calibration code consists of five blocks with 4 characters each.

Example: EKJ0 – 0OUD – 0A1B – A17U – 93OZ

block 1 block 2 block 3 block 4 block 5
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To enter the code press the Up and Down key (keep pressed) and then the Mode key. The display shows
HCODE and then the 4 signs of the first block. With Up and Down each sign can be changed. Mode switches
to the next sign or next block.

Figure 16: Sensing head

4.6 Exchange of the head cable

To avoid influences on the accuracy use an exchange cable with the same wire profiles and
specification like the original one.

The sensing head cable can also be exchanged if necessary.

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1. For a dismantling on the head side open the cover plate on the back side of the head first. Then
remove the terminal block and loose the connections.

2. After the new cable has been installed proceed in reversed order. Be careful the cable shield is
properly connected to the head housing.

4.7 Outputs and Inputs

4.7.1 Analog outputs

The CTlaser has two analog output channels.

Consider that there are different connection pins on the mainboard (OUT-mV/mA or OUT-TC)
according to the chosen output signal.

Output channel 1

This output is used for the object temperature. The selection of the output signal can be done via the
programming keys [►5 Operation]. The CompactConnect software allows the programming of output
channel 1 as an alarm output.
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Output signal Range Connection pin on CTlaser board

Voltage 0 ... 5 V OUT-mV/mA

Voltage 0 ... 10 V OUT-mV/mA

Current 0 ... 20 mA OUT-mV/mA

Current 4 ... 20 mA OUT-mV/mA

Thermocouple TC J OUT-TC

Thermocouple TC K OUT-TC

Output channel 2 [on LT/ G5/ P7 only]

The connection pin OUT AMB is used for output of the head temperature [-20–180 °C as 0–5 V or 0–10 V
signal]. The CompactConnect software allows the programming of output channel 2 as an alarm output.
Instead of the head temperature THead also the object temperature TObj or electronic box temperature TBox can
be selected as alarm source.
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4.7.2 Digital Interfaces

The Ethernet interface requires a minimum 12 V supply voltage. Pay attention to the notes on
the according interface manuals.

CTlaser sensors can be optionally equipped with an USB-, RS232-, RS485-, CAN Bus-, Profibus DP- or
Ethernet-interface.

Figure 17: Digital interfaces

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1. To install an interface, plug the interface board into the place provided, which is located beside the
display. In the correct position the holes of the interface match with the thread holes of the electronic
box.

2. Press the board down to connect it and use both M3x5 screws for fixing. Plug the preassembled
interface cable with the terminal block into the male connector of the interface board.

4.7.3 Relay outputs

 The switching thresholds are in accordance with the values for alarm 1 and 2
[►4.7.5 Alarms]. The alarm values are set according to the ►2.1 Factory settings. For
advanced settings (change of low- and high alarm) a digital interface (USB, RS232) and the
software CompactConnect is needed.
 A simultaneous installation of a digital interface and the relay outputs is not possible.

The CTlaser can optionally be equipped with a relay output. The relay board will be installed in the same way
as the digital interfaces.

The relay board provides two fully isolated switches, which have the capability to switch
max 60 VDC/ 42 VACRMS, 0.4 A, DC/AC. A red LED shows the closed switch.
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4.7.4 Functional inputs

The three functional inputs F1 – F3 can be programmed with the CompactConnect software, only.

F1 (digital): trigger (a 0 V level on F1 resets the hold functions)

F2 (analog): external emissivity adjustment [0–10 V: 0 V ►  = 0.1; 9 V ►  = 1; 10 V ►  = 1,1]

F3 (analog): external compensation of ambient temperature/ the range is scalable via software [0–10 V ► -40–900 °C/ pre-set range: -20–200 °C]

F1-F3 (digital): emissivity (digital choice via table)

A non-connected input represents:

F1 = High | F2, F3 = Low
[High level: ≥ +3 V…+36 V | Low level: ≤ +0,4 V…–36 V]
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4.7.5 Alarms

All alarms (alarm 1, alarm 2, output channel 1 and 2 if used as alarm output) have a fixed
hysteresis of 2 K.

The CTlaser has the following Alarm features:

Output channel 1 and 2 [channel 2 on LT/ G5/ P7 only]

To activate, the according output channel has to be switched into digital mode. For this purpose the software
CompactConnect is required.

Visual alarms

These alarms will cause a change of the color of the LCD display and will also change the status of the
optional relays interface. In addition the Alarm 2 can be used as open collector output at pin AL2 on the
mainboard [24 V/ 50 mA].

The alarms are defined as follows by factory default:

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Both alarms affect the color of the LCD display:

BLUE: alarm 1 active

RED: alarm 2 active

GREEN: no alarm active

Alarm 1 Normally closed/ Low-Alarm

Alarm 2 Normally open/ High-Alarm

For extended setup like definition as low or high alarm [via change of normally open/ closed], selection of
the signal source [TObj, THead, TBox] a digital interface (e.g. USB, RS232) including the software
CompactConnect is needed.
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5 Operation
After power up the unit the sensor starts an initializing routine for some seconds. During this time the display
will show INIT. After this procedure the object temperature is shown in the display. The display backlight
color changes accordingly to the alarm settings [►4.7.5 Alarms].

5.1 Sensor setup

 Pressing the Mode button again recalls the last called function on the display. The signal
processing features Peak hold and Valley hold cannot be selected simultaneously.
 To set the CTlaser back to the factory default settings, press at first the Down-key and then
the Mode-key and keep both pressed for approx. 3 seconds. RESET appears as
confirmation in the display.

The programming keys Mode, Up and Down enable the user to set the
sensor on-site. The current measuring value or the chosen feature is
displayed. With Mode the operator obtains the chosen feature, with Up
and Down the functional parameters can be selected – a change of
parameters will have immediate effect. If no key is pressed for more
than 10 seconds the display automatically shows the calculated object
temperature (according to the signal processing). Figure 18: Display of the device
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Display Mode [Sample] Adjustment Range

S ON Laser Sighting [On] ON/ OFF
142.3C Object temperature (after signal processing) [142,3 °C] fixed
127CH Head temperature [127 °C] fixed
25CB Box temperature [25 °C] fixed
142CA Current object temperature [142 °C] fixed
 MV5 Signal output channel 1 [0-5 V] 0-20 = 0–20 mA/  4-20 = 4–20 mA/  MV5 = 0–5 V/
 MV10 = 0-10 V/  TCJ = thermocouple type J/
 TCK = thermocouple type K
E0.970 Emissivity [0,970] 0,100 ... 1,100
T1.000 Transmissivity [1,000] 0,100 ... 1,100
A 0.2 Signal output Average [0,2 s] A---- = inactive/ 0,1 … 999,9 s
P---- Signal output Peak hold [inactive] P---- = inactive/ 0,1 … 999,9 s/ P oo oo oo oo = infinite
V---- Signal output Valley hold [inactive] V---- = inactive/ 0,1 … 999,9 s/ V oo oo oo oo = infinite
u 0.0 Lower limit temperature range [0 °C] depending on model/ inactive at TCJ- and TCK-output
n 500.0 Upper limit temperature range [500 °C] depending on model/ inactive at TCJ- and TCK-output
[ 0.00 Lower limit signal output [0 V] according to the range of the selected output signal
] 5.00 Upper limit signal output [5 V] according to the range of the selected output signal
U °C Temperature unit [°C] °C/ °F
| 30.0 Lower alarm limit [30 °C] depending on model
|| 100.0 Upper alarm limit [100 °C] depending on model
XHEAD Ambient temperature compensation [head temperature] XHEAD = head temperature/ -40,0 … 900,0 °C (for LT) as
fixed value for compensation/ returning to XHEAD (head
temperature) by pressing Up and Down together
M 01 Multidrop adress [1] (only with RS485 interface) 01 … 32
B 9.6 Baud rate in kBaud [9,6] 9,6/ 19,2/ 38,4/ 57,6/ 115,2 kBaud

Table 2: Sensor settings

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S ON Activating (ON) and Deactivating (OFF) of the Sighting Laser. By pressing Up or Down
the laser can be switched on and off.

 MV5 Selection of the Output signal. By pressing Up or Down the different output signals can
be selected (see Table 2).

E0.970 Setup of Emissivity. Pressing Up increases the value, Down decreases the value (also
valid for all further functions). The emissivity is a material constant factor to describe the
ability of the body to emit infrared energy [►8 Emissivity].

T1.000 Setup of Transmissivity. This function is used if an optical component (protective

window, additional optics e.g.) is mounted between sensor and object. The standard
setting is 1.000 = 100 % (if no protective window etc. is used).

A 0.2 Setup of Average time. In this mode an arithmetic algorithm will be performed to
smoothen the signal. The set time is the time constant. This function can be combined
with all other post processing functions. The shortest value is 0.001 s and can be
increased/ decreased only by values of the power series of 2 (0.002, 0.004, 0.008,
0.016, 0.032, ...). If the value is set to 0.0 the display will show --- (function deactivated).

P---- Setup of Peak hold. If the value is set to 0.0 the display will show --- (function
deactivated). In this mode the sensor is waiting for descending signals. If the signal
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descends the algorithm maintains the previous signal peak for the specified time.

After the hold time the signal will drop down to the second highest value or will descend
by 1/8 of the difference between the previous peak and the minimum value during the
hold time. This value will be held again for the specified time. After this the signal will
drop down with slow time constant and will follow the current object temperature.

V---- Setup of Valley hold. If the value is set to 0.0 the display will show --- (function
deactivated). In this mode the sensor waits for ascending signals. The definition of the
algorithm is according to the peak hold algorithm (inverted).
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Signal graph
with P----

▬ TProcess with Peak Hold (Hold time = 1s)

▬ TActual without post processing

u 0.0 Setup of the Lower limit of temperature range. The minimum difference between
lower and upper limit is 20 K. If you set the lower limit to a value ≥ upper limit the upper
limit will be adjusted to [lower limit + 20 K] automatically.
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n 500.0 Setup of the Upper limit of the temperature range. The minimum difference between
upper and lower limit is 20 K. The upper limit can only be set to a value = lower limit +
20 K.

[ 0.00 Setup of the Lower limit of the signal output. This setting allows an assignment of a
certain signal output level to the lower limit of the temperature range. The adjustment
range corresponds to the selected output mode (e.g. 0-5 V).

] 5.00 Setup of the Upper limit of the signal output. This setting allows an assignment of a
certain signal output level to the upper limit of the temperature range. The adjustment
range corresponds to the selected output mode (e.g. 0-5 V).

U °C Setup of the Temperature unit [°C or °F].

| 30.0 Setup of the Lower alarm limit. This value corresponds to Alarm 1 [►4.7.5 Alarms]
and is also used as threshold value for relay 1 (if the optional relay board is used).

|| 100.0 Setup of the Upper alarm limit. This value corresponds to Alarm 2 [►4.7.5 Alarms]
and is also used as threshold value for relay 2 (if the optional relay board is used).
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XHEAD Especially if there is a big difference between the ambient temperature at

the object and the head temperature the use of ambient temperature
compensation is recommended.

Setup of the Ambient temperature compensation. In dependence on the emissivity

value of the object a certain amount of ambient radiation will be reflected from the object
surface. To compensate this impact, this function allows the setup of a fixed value which
represents the ambient radiation. If XHEAD is shown the ambient temperature value will
be taken from the head-internal probe. To return to XHEAD press Up and Down
together.

M 01 Setup of the Multidrop address. In a RS485 network each sensor will need a specific
address. This menu item will only be shown if a RS485 interface board is plugged in.

B 9.6 Setup of the Baud rate for digital data transfer.

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5.2 Aiming laser

The CTlaser has an integrated double laser aiming which helps for the alignment of the sensor. Within the
two laser points lies the measurement spot. At the focus point of the according optics
[►2.12 Optical charts] both lasers are crossing and showing as one dot the minimum spot. This enables an
alignment of the sensor to the object.

Do not directly point the laser at the eyes of persons or animals! Do not stare into the laser
beam. Avoid indirect exposure via reflective surfaces!

The two laser points mark the position of the measuring spot, but not its exact size. The exact
size of the measurement spot can be found in the optical charts [►2.12 Optical charts]. As an
alternative to the optical diagrams, the spot size calculator can also be used on the optris
website http://www.optris.com/spot-size-calculator.

 At ambient temperatures >50 °C the laser will be switched off automatically.

 The laser should only be used for sighting and positioning of the sensor. A permanent use of
the laser can reduce the lifetime of the laser diodes.
 Furthermore, in a permanent use of the laser, the measurement accuracy can be affected.
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Figure 19: Identification of the laser

The laser can be activated/ deactivated via the programming keys on the unit or via the software. If the laser
is activated a yellow LED is shining (beside temperature display).
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5.3 Error messages

The display of the sensor can show the following error messages:

LT/ LTF/ MT/ F2/ F6/ G5/ P7 models: 05M/ 1M/ 2M/ 3M models:

OVER Object temperature too high 1. Digit:

UNDER Object temperature too low 0x No error
^^^CH Head temperature too high 1x Head temperature probe short circuit to GND
vvvCH Head temperature too low 2x Box temperature too low
4x Box temperature too high
6x Box temperature probe disconnected
8x Box temperature probe short circuit to GND

2. Digit:
x0 No error
x2 Object temperature too high
x4 Head temperature too low
x8 Head temperature too high
xC Head temperature probe disconnected
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6 Software CompactConnect
Minimum system requirements:
 Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10
 USB interface
 Hard disc with at least 30 MByte of free space
 At least 128 MByte RAM
 CD-ROM drive

A detailed description is provided in the software manual on the software CD.

6.1 Installation
1. Insert the installation CD into the according drive on your computer. If the autorun option is
activated the installation wizard will start automatically.

2. Otherwise start CDsetup.exe from the CD-ROM. Follow the instructions of the wizard until the
installation is finished.
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The installation wizard will place a launch icon on the desktop and in the start menu:
Start\Programs\CompactConnect

To uninstall the software from your system use the uninstall icon in the start menu.

Main functions:

 Graphic display for temperature trends

and automatic data logging for analysis
and documentation
 Complete sensor setup and remote
controlling
 Adjustment of signal processing functions
 Programming of outputs and functional
inputs

Figure 20: Software CompactConnect

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6.2 Communication settings

For further information see protocol and command description on the software CD
CompactConnect in the directory: \Commands .

6.2.1 Serial Interface

Baud rate: 9.6...115.2 kBaud (adjustable on the unit or via software)

Data bits: 8

Parity: none

Stop bits: 1

Flow control off

6.2.2 Protocol
All sensors of the CTlaser series are using a binary protocol. Alternatively they can be switched to an ASCII
protocol. To get a fast communication the protocol has no additional overhead with CR, LR or ACK bytes.
-Software CompactConnect 79-

6.2.3 ASCII-Protocol
To switch to the ASCII protocol, use the following command:

Decimal: 131

HEX: 0x83

Data, Answer: byte 1

Result: 0 – Binary protocol

1 – ASCII protocol
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6.2.4 Save parameter settings

After switch-on of the CTlaser sensor the flash mode is active. This means, changed parameter settings will
be saved in the internal Flash-EEPROM and will be kept also after the sensor is switched off. If the settings
need to change continuously the flash mode can be switched off by using the following command:

Decimal: 112

HEX: 0x70

Data, Answer: byte 1

Result: 0 – Data will be written into the flash memory

1 – Data will not be written into the flash memory

If the flash mode is off, all settings only will be kept as long as the unit is powered. This means that all
previous settings are getting lost if the unit is switched off and powered on again. The command 0x71 will
poll the current state.
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7 Basics of Infrared Thermometry

Depending on the temperature each object emits a certain amount of infrared radiation. A change in the
temperature of the object is accompanied by a change in the intensity of the radiation. For the measurement
of “thermal radiation” infrared thermometry uses a wave-length ranging between 1 µm and 20 µm. The
intensity of the emitted radiation depends on the material. This material contingent constant is described with
the help of the emissivity which is a known value for most materials (►8 Emissivity).

Infrared thermometers are optoelectronic sensors. They calculate the surface temperature on the basis of
the emitted infrared radiation from an object. The most important feature of infrared thermometers is that
they enable the user to measure objects contactless. Consequently, these products help to measure the
temperature of inaccessible or moving objects without difficulties. Infrared thermometers basically consist of
the following components:

 lens
 spectral filter
 detector
 electronics (amplifier/ linearization/ signal processing)

The specifications of the lens decisively determine the optical path of the infrared thermometer, which is
characterized by the ratio Distance to Spot size. The spectral filter selects the wavelength range, which is
relevant for the temperature measurement. The detector in cooperation with the processing electronics
transforms the emitted infrared radiation into electrical signals.
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8 Emissivity
8.1 Definition
The intensity of infrared radiation, which is emitted by each body, depends on the temperature as well as on
the radiation features of the surface material of the measuring object. The emissivity (ε – Epsilon) is used as
a material constant factor to describe the ability of the body to emit infrared energy. It can range between 0
and 100 %. A “blackbody” is the ideal radiation source with an emissivity of 1.0 whereas a mirror shows an
emissivity of 0.1.

If the emissivity chosen is too high, the infrared thermometer may display a temperature value which is much
lower than the real temperature – assuming the measuring object is warmer than its surroundings. A low
emissivity (reflective surfaces) carries the risk of inaccurate measuring results by interfering infrared radiation
emitted by background objects (flames, heating systems, chamottes). To minimize measuring errors in such
cases, the handling should be performed very carefully and the unit should be protected against reflecting
radiation sources.
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8.2 Determination of unknown emissivity

► First determine the actual temperature of the measuring object with a thermocouple or contact sensor.
Second, measure the temperature with the infrared thermometer and modify the emissivity until the
displayed result corresponds to the actual temperature.

► If you monitor temperatures of up to 380 °C you may place a special plastic sticker (emissivity dots –
Order No.: ACLSED) onto the measuring object, which covers it completely. Set the emissivity to 0.95
and take the temperature of the sticker. Afterwards, determine the temperature of the adjacent area on
the measuring object and adjust the emissivity according to the value of the temperature of the sticker.

► Cove a part of the surface of the measuring object with a black, flat paint with an emissivity of 0,98. Adjust
the emissivity of your infrared thermometer to 0,98 and take the temperature of the colored surface.
Afterwards, determine the temperature of a directly adjacent area and modify the emissivity until the
measured value corresponds to the temperature of the colored surface.

CAUTION: On all three methods the object temperature must be different from ambient temperature.
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8.3 Characteristic emissivity

In case none of the methods mentioned above help to determine the emissivity you may use the emissivity
table ►Appendix A and Appendix B. These are average values only. The actual emissivity of a material
depends on the following factors:

 temperature
 measuring angle
 geometry of the surface
 thickness of the material
 constitution of the surface (polished, oxidized, rough, sandblast)
 spectral range of the measurement
 transmissivity (e.g. with thin films)
-Appendix A – Table of emissivity for metals 85-

Appendix A – Table of emissivity for metals

Material typical Emissivity
Spectral response 1,0 µm 1,6 µm 5,1 µm 8-14 µm
Aluminium non oxidized 0,1-0,2 0,02-0,2 0,02-0,2 0,02-0,1
polished 0,1-0,2 0,02-0,1 0,02-0,1 0,02-0,1
roughened 0,2-0,8 0,2-0,6 0,1-0,4 0,1-0,3
oxidized 0,4 0,4 0,2-0,4 0,2-0,4
Brass polished 0,35 0,01-0,05 0,01-0,05 0,01-0,05
roughened 0,65 0,4 0,3 0,3
oxidized 0,6 0,6 0,5 0,5
Copper polished 0,05 0,03 0,03 0,03
roughened 0,05-0,2 0,05-0,2 0,05-0,15 0,05-0,1
oxidized 0,2-0,8 0,2-0,9 0,5-0,8 0,4-0,8
Chrome 0,4 0,4 0,03-0,3 0,02-0,2
Gold 0,3 0,01-0,1 0,01-0,1 0,01-0,1
Haynes alloy 0,5-0,9 0,6-0,9 0,3-0,8 0,3-0,8
Inconel electro polished 0,2-0,5 0,25 0,15 0,15
sandblast 0,3-0,4 0,3-0,6 0,3-0,6 0,3-0,6
oxidized 0,4-0,9 0,6-0,9 0,6-0,9 0,7-0,95
Iron non oxidized 0,35 0,1-0,3 0,05-0,25 0,05-0,2
rusted 0,6-0,9 0,5-0,8 0,5-0,7
oxidized 0,7-0,9 0,5-0,9 0,6-0,9 0,5-0,9
forged, blunt 0,9 0,9 0,9 0,9
molten 0,35 0,4-0,6
Iron, casted non oxidized 0,35 0,3 0,25 0,2
oxidized 0,9 0,7-0,9 0,65-0,95 0,6-0,95
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Material typical Emissivity

Spectral response 1,0 µm 1,6 µm 5,1 µm 8-14 µm
Lead polished 0,35 0,05-0,2 0,05-0,2 0,05-0,1
roughened 0,65 0,6 0,4 0,4
oxidized 0,3-0,7 0,2-0,7 0,2-0,6
Magnesium 0,3-0,8 0,05-0,3 0,03-0,15 0,02-0,1
Mercury 0,05-0,15 0,05-0,15 0,05-0,15
Molybdenum non oxidized 0,25-0,35 0,1-0,3 0,1-0,15 0,1
oxidized 0,5-0,9 0,4-0,9 0,3-0,7 0,2-0,6
Monel (Ni-Cu) 0,3 0,2-0,6 0,1-0,5 0,1-0,14
Nickel electrolytic 0,2-0,4 0,1-0,3 0,1-0,15 0,05-0,15
oxidized 0,8-0,9 0,4-0,7 0,3-0,6 0,2-0,5
Platinum black 0,95 0,9 0,9
Silver 0,04 0,02 0,02 0,02
Steel polished plate 0,35 0,25 0,1 0,1
rustless 0,35 0,2-0,9 0,15-0,8 0,1-0,8
heavy plate 0,5-0,7 0,4-0,6
cold-rolled 0,8-0,9 0,8-0,9 0,8-0,9 0,7-0,9
oxidized 0,8-0,9 0,8-0,9 0,7-0,9 0,7-0,9
Tin non oxidized 0,25 0,1-0,3 0,05 0,05
Titanium polished 0,5-0,75 0,3-0,5 0,1-0,3 0,05-0,2
oxidized 0,6-0,8 0,5-0,7 0,5-0,6
Wolfram polished 0,35-0,4 0,1-0,3 0,05-0,25 0,03-0,1
Zinc polished 0,5 0,05 0,03 0,02
oxidized 0,6 0,15 0,1 0,1
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Appendix B – Table of emissivity for non-metals

Material typical Emissivity
Spectral response 1,0 µm 2,2 µm 5,1 µm 8-14 µm
Asbestos 0,9 0,8 0,9 0,95
Asphalt 0,95 0,95
Basalt 0,7 0,7
Carbon non oxidized 0,8-0,9 0,8-0,9 0,8-0,9
graphite 0,8-0,9 0,7-0,9 0,7-0,8
Carborundum 0,95 0,9 0,9
Ceramic 0,4 0,8-0,95 0,8-0,95 0,95
Concrete 0,65 0,9 0,9 0,95
Glass plate 0,2 0,98 0,85
melt 0,4-0,9 0,9
Grit 0,95 0,95
Gypsum 0,4-0,97 0,8-0,95
Ice 0,98
Limestone 0,4-0,98 0,98
Paint non alkaline 0,9-0,95
Paper any color 0,95 0,95
Plastic >50 µm non transparent 0,95 0,95
Rubber 0,9 0,95
Sand 0,9 0,9
Snow 0,9
Soil 0,9-0,98
Textiles 0,95 0,95
Water 0,93
Wood natural 0,9-0,95 0,9-0,95
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Appendix C – Smart Averaging

The average function is generally used to smoothen the output signal. With the adjustable parameter time
this function can be optimal adjusted to the respective application. One disadvantage of the average function
is that fast temperature peaks which are caused by dynamic events are subjected to the same averaging
time. Therefore those peaks can only be seen with a delay on the signal output.

The function Smart Averaging eliminates this disadvantage by passing those fast events without averaging
directly through to the signal output.

Signal graph with Smart Averaging function Signal graph without Smart Averaging function
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Appendix D – Declaration of Conformity

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