PyroCouple, non-contact infrared sensors, measure temperatures from -20°C to 500°C and pro-
vide either a linear 4 to 20mA output, a voltage output or a thermocouple output. This range of
output signals is compatible with almost any indicator, controller, recorder, data logger etc., without
the need for special interfacing or signal conditioning. They are suitable for most materials such as
food, paper, textiles, plastics, leather, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, rubber, coal and
asphalt; but not materials with a low emissivity, for example polished metals.
PyroCouple sensors are available as either two-wire or four-wire units.
Two-wire PyroCouple sensors transmit the target temperature as a 4-20 mA output and offer a
simple solution for most non-contact temperature measurement applications.
Four-wire PyroCouple sensors transmit the target temperature as a 0-50 mV or thermocouple
output (type J, K or T) plus the internal sensor temperature as a 4-20 mA output. This second
output can be used to ensure that the sensor is being operated within the correct ambient tem-
perature limits and prevent damage caused by overheating or overcooling. It can also be used to
give an approximate indication of the air temperature surrounding the sensor.
Specification
Temperature Range vs Field-of-View table
Field of View
2:1
15:1
30:1
ø5mm @ 100mm
Output table
Model-X
-0
-1
-2
-3
-4
General
Accuracy
Repeatability
Emissivity
Response Time
Spectral Response
Supply Voltage
Sensor Voltage
Maximum Loop Impedance
Output Impedance
Mechanical
Construction
Dimensions
Cable Length
Weight with Cable
environMental
Environmental Rating
Ambient Temperature Range
Relative Humidity
›
2
-20ºC to 100ºC
PC21LT-X
PC151LT-X
PC301LT-X
PCCFLT-X
Target Temperature Output
4-20 mA
0-50 mV
Type T thermocouple
Type J thermocouple
Type K thermocouple
±1% of reading or ±1°C whichever is greater
±0.5% of reading or ±0.5°C whichever is greater
0.95 (fixed)
240ms (90% response)
8 to 14µm
24Vdc (28Vdc max.)
6Vdc min.
900 Ohms (4-20mA output)
56 Ohms (voltage/thermocouple output)
Stainless Steel
18mm diameter x 103mm
1m
95g
IP65
0°C to 70°C
95% maximum non-condensing
0ºC to 250ºC
0ºC to 500ºC
PC21MT-X
-
PC151MT-X
PC151HT-X
PC301MT-X
PC301HT-X
PCCFMT-X
PCCFHT-X
Sensor Temperature Output
Not available
4-20 mA
4-20 mA
4-20 mA
4-20 mA