Request InfoOptris GmbHThe CT 4M high-speed pyrometer from Optris GmbH features a detection time of 90 µs for challenging temperature measurement tasks. The CT 4M measures within the spectral range of 2.2 to 6.0 µm, making it ideal for low-temperature measurements on metals, metal oxides, ceramics, or materials with an unknown or changing emissivity. The compact sensor head has a diameter of 14 mm and a length of 28 mm and can easily be installed where space is at a premium. The remote electronics unit is connected to the sensor head via a cable which can be up to 15 m long. The integrated...See full productRelated content from Photonics MediaPRODUCTSPhotonics Spectra June 2023 IssueRatio PyrometersThe CSvision series of ratio pyrometers from Optris Infrared Sensing LLC measures the temperature of metals, melts, or ceramics in a safe, noncontact fashion from different distances. 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