Microtemp uses
Infrared thermometers measure temperature from a distance by detecting the amount of thermal electromagnetic radiation emitted from the object being measured. This allows users to accurately measure surface temperatures in hard-to-reach places, or other situations in which non-contact temperature measurement is desirable. The following is a list of Microtemp uses:AUTOMOTIVE / TRANSPORTATION
Engine and Exhaust Troubleshooting
• Low Compression Scan manifold temperature to determine low compression
• Ignition System Problems Scan manifold temperature for misfire condition
• Incorrect Fuel / Air Mixture Measure / compare exhaust system components for correct fuel / air mixture
• Catalytic Converters Scan both sides of the catalytic converter for temperature differences
Cooling System Diagnostics
• Check for over heating problems or if a part needs to be replaced
• Radiators Scan radiators for core restrictions
• Thermostats Easily measure thermostat temperature
• Coolant Sensors Measure coolant temperature sensors and manifold air temperature sensors
Climate Control
• Check heaters, air conditioners, and vents quickly and easily for malfunction
• Heaters / AC Vents Check heating and cooling systems output
Brake System
• Temperatures are significantly higher than ambient or varied temperatures of rotors, drums or bearings indicate excessive wear
• Brakes / Sealed Wheel Bearings Diagnose brake bias and uneven braking
HEATING, VENTILATION & AIR CONDITIONING
• Map building / house temperatures, monitor supply / return registers and test duct work
• Examine steam traps, perform energy audits, check furnace performance, and compressor lines
• Monitor insulation quality in walls, pipes and windows
• Spot-check heating systems, thermostat settings and actual room temperatures; calibrate thermostat
• Easily inspect door and window seals for drafts and heat loss and ensure room temperature balancing
INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING & CONSTRUCTION
• Making fiberglass and plastics, curing epoxy and other adhesives
• Laying asphalt and curing concrete applications
• Thermoforming and injection moulding, altering metals (welding and soldering)
• Determine safe temperatures for chemical storage
Electrical Maintenance
• Check for heat created by loose connectors or buildup
• Instantly troubleshoot problems in battery banks and power panel terminations, ballasts, switch gears, and fuse connections, and identify hot spots in the output filters on DC battery connections
Equipment Maintenance
• Check moving parts in motors and gear work for hot spots
• Temperature change can indicate developing problems in many types of equipment, from ovens and boilers to freezers
• Routine temperature audits of generators and their bearings can prevent expensive repairs
COOKING & FOOD SAFETY
• Verify safe holding, cooking, serving, storage and transportation temperatures of food and drinks
• Quickly check temperatures in refrigerators, freezers, walk-ins, ovens, dishwashers, stove tops
• Perform HACCP temperature measurements upon receiving
• Food inspectors can quickly confirm application temperatures
• Check the temperatures of cooking surface when grilling, BBQ'ng or frying
• Easily monitor temperatures while making beer or storing wine
• Avoid guesswork while candy making, chocolate making, canning and other speciality
HOME / RECREATION / HOBBY
• Make solariums and other recreation areas comfortable with fast temperature checks
• Verify the performance of water heaters, wood stoves, air conditioners, and other applications
• Monitor soil temperatures when planting in greenhouses and outdoor gardens
• Effective for fly-fishing by canvassing a stream or lake for likely fishing spots
• Locate cold or warm spots to eliminate unproductive waters without disturbing the water
• Verify temperatures for crafting projects
• Quickly confirm correct temperatures during photography development
• Ensure correct engine temperature for R/C cars, trucks, boats, and airplanes
• Maintain proper temperature for pet environments such as fish tanks, terrariums and others
• Ensure that computer CPU's are running efficiently
