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Noncontact Infrared Temperature Measurement System - NCIT Plus Series

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Noncontact Temperature Measurement for Industrial Processes
The NCIT Plus Series is a versatile, two-piece temperature monitoring system that combines a compact, value-priced monitor with an infrared sensing head. The heart of the system is the 1/8 DIN NCIT Plus Monitor which provides advanced infrared processing capabilities including peak and valley hold, averaging, and user-adjustable offset.
Advances in optical and electronic design, originally developed for high-end infrared systems, have been adapted to this low-cost line without compromise in performance when compared to infrared sensors that cost twice as much just a few years ago.
The NCIT Plus models can’t scratch, tear, smear or contaminate because they don’t make contact with your product. They are easier and safer to install and maintain because they can be positioned away from hot and hazardous processes and moving products.
They remain accurate over a longer period of time because they’re not subjected to the abuse that a contact device receives. And they deliver much faster response time than contact thermocouples, while rivaling their accuracy and repeatability.
In the long run, noncontact temperature measurement can help you improve quality, speed production, and save money.


If temperature is a factor in your quality and manufacturing yield, then put this technology to work for you.
 Design Features
  • 0° to 1000°F (-18 to 538°C)
  • Compact 1/8 DIN digital monitor with large 4-digit display
  • User defined thermocouple or 4-20 mA output
  • Universal 110-220 VAC power input
  • Adjustable emissivity at ambient parameters
  • Adjustable dual setpoints and deadband alarm outputs
  • Choice of sensing head to match application
  • Standard and close focus optics available
  • Accessories for cooling and air purging
  • Field interchangeable sensing heads
 Common Industrial Applications
  • Plastics
  • Paper and Pulp Converting
  • Chemicals
  • Food Processing
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Electronics
  • Construction
  • Industrial Maintenance
1/8 DIN NCIT Plus Monitor
Along with its large 4-digit LED display, the monitor provides a user-defined 4-20mA or thermocouple output. Two adjustable setpoints / deadbands control 5V alarm outputs or optional 3A mechanical relays. The NCIT Plus Monitor accepts universal 110-220 Vac power input and provides a 24 Vdc / 50 mA excitation voltage for loop power to external sensors. All monitor functions are configured via the front panel, including °C/°F switching.

The NCIT Plus Monitor provides adjustable emissivity and ambient compensation when used with the NCIT Plus Standard infrared sensing heads.		 Standard Sensing Heads
These high performance, 8-14 micron sensors combine current loop driven signals with high resolution optics. The NCIT Plus Standard w/ Laser sensing head comes equipped with laser sighting for alignment in hard to reach locations, or to small or distant targets. The 50:1 distance to spot (D:S) ratio provides the capability of measuring a spot size of 1.2" at a distance of 5 ft.

The NCIT Plus Standard sensing head’s D:S ratio of 35:1 allows a spot size of 1.7" at a distance of 5 ft.
Proven Technology
Noncontact infrared temperature sensors have proven advantageous and reliable in many industries for over 25 years. Tempco brings this technology to you at a price competitive with thermocouples.
Measurement Specifications
Temperature Range
(All Sensor Heads): 0 to 1000°F (-18 to 538°C)
Spectral Response: Standard & Laser 8 to 14 μm
Optical Resolution:
  Laser 50:1 close focus 45:1
  Standard 35:1 close focus 30:1
System Accuracy: ±1% or ±2°F (±1°C), whichever is greater
System Repeatability: ±0.5% or ±2°F (±1°C), whichever is greater
Response Time (95% of final reading): Standard & Laser: 500 mSec
Emissivity: Digitally adjustable, 0.1 to 1.09
by increments of 0.01 steps
Signal Processing:
  Peak and valley hold (up to 998 sec, 999 = infinite hold with external reset),
  Variable averaging filter (up to 60 sec),
  T-ambient: fixed background ambient temperature compensation

Electrical Specifications
Power Supply: 110 /220 VAC, ±20%, 50-60 Hz
Inputs: User configurable inputs for Laser or Standard sensing heads, any 5-0 Vdc or
4-20 mA sensor, or thermocouple
(J, K, E, N, R, S, T)
External reset input to reset peak/valley hold
Outputs-Signal: 4-digit, LED display, °F/°C selectable.
User configurable 4-20 mA current or
thermocouple output (J, K, E, N, R, S, T)
Alarm Output: Two adjustable setpoints with deadbands controlling +5 Vdc alarm outputs or optional 3A mechanical relays
DC Supply Output: 24 Vdc / 50 mA excitation voltage for powering external sensors

Sensor Specifications
Environmental Rating:
  Monitor Front Panel: NEMA 12 (IP54)
  Laser/Standard Head: NEMA 12 (IP65)
Ambient Temperature:
  Monitor 32° to 120°F (0 to 50°C)
  Laser/Standard Head 32° to 150°F (0 to 65°C)
laser shuts off automatically at 120°F (50°C)
  with water cooling 32° to 350°F (0 to 177°C)
  with air cooling 32° to 250°F (0 to 120°C)
Relative Humidity: 10 to 95%, non-condensing
Monitor Dimensions: 1/8 DIN, 96 x 48 x 120 mm
1.9" x 3.78" x 4.75"
Cutout Dimensions: 1.75" x 3.63" (92 x 44 mm)
Weight: Monitor: 320g (0.7 lb.)

Distance to spot ratio-Standard

 

Distance to spot ratio-Standard Close Focus

 

Distance to spot ratio-Laser

 

Distance to spot ratio-Laser Close Focus

NCIT Plus Monitor
REN01001 - 1/8 DIN Panel Meter 110/220VAC
w/ 5 Vdc alarm outputs
REN01003 - 1/8 DIN Panel Meter 110/220VAC
with optional 3A relays for alarm outputs
REN01002 - Light duty aluminum mounting bracket to allow for sub-panel mounting

NCIT Plus Standard Sensing Heads (includes mounting bracket and nut)
REN01101 - Standard focus infrared sensing head, 35:1 optics
REN01102 - Standard – close focus infrared sensing head, 30:1 optics
REN01120 - NIST/DKD calibration certificate (also for water cooled) Must be ordered with unit.
With Water Cooled Housing and Lens Air Purge Collar
REN01110 - Standard focus infrared sensing head
REN01111 - Standard – close focus infrared sensing head

NCIT Plus Standard with Laser Sight Sensing Heads (includes an adjustable mounting bracket and nut, 13 ft. (4m) cable for between the sensor and the laser switch box, and 26 ft. (8m) cable to connect the laser switch box to the NCIT Plus Monitor)
REN01103 - Standard focus infrared sensing head, 50:1 optics
REN01104 - Standard – close focus infrared sensing head,
45:1 optics
REN01121 - NIST/DKD calibration certificate (also for water cooled) Must be ordered with unit.
With Water Cooled Housing and Lens Air Purge Collar
REN01112 - Standard focus infrared sensing head
REN01113 - Standard – close focus infrared sensing head

 Air/Water Cooled Sensing Head

The Air/Water-Cooled Housing option allows the laser or standard sensor to be used in ambient temperatures up to 250°F (121°C) with air cooling, or 350°F (177°C) with water cooling. It is supplied with two 1/8" NPT brass fittings.

 



Air flow at 77°F (25°C) should be 3 to 5 cfm (1.4 to 2.4 liters/sec) with a pressure drop across the housing of 2 to 5 PSIG (0.14 to 0.35 kg/cm2). Water flow should be approximately 0.5 gallons (2 liters) per minute; water temperature should be 50 to 80°F (10 to 27°C) for efficient cooling.

All units ordered with the Air/Water- Cooled Housing include the Air Purge Collar to avoid condensation and lens damage.

Note: The laser- quipped standard sensing head is 125 mm (4.92”) long. The laser shuts off automatically at 120°F (50°C).
Standard / Laser Sensing Heads
All Standard sensors are supplied with a fixed bracket and a mounting nut. Alternatively, the sensor may be mounted through a hole, on a customer-supplied bracket, with the pipe adapter, or with other accessories. Avoid installing the sensor cable in noisy electrical environments. In this environment, it is recommended to install the cable in conduit. A conduit adapter accessory is available for this purpose.

Note: The laser-equipped standard sensing head is 125 mm (4.92”) long.		  
Pipe Adapter
The Pipe Adapter is used to connect the Standard or Laser Head to a 1.5 inch NPT pipe thread.

REN00206		  
Conduit Adapter
The Pipe Adapter is used to connect the Standard
or Laser Head to a 1/2-inch NPT conduit fitting.

REN00205		  
Lens Air Purge Collar
The Air Purge Collar accessory is used to keep dust, moisture, airborne particles and vapors away from the lens. It may be installed before or after the bracket. Air flow should be a maximum of 1-3 cfm (0.5-1.5 liters/sec). Clean or “instrument" air is recommended to avoid contaminants from settling on the lens.

REN00204		  
NCIT Plus Standard Sensing head Cable Accessories
REN01201 - 13 ft. (4m) – Regular temperature
REN01202 - 13 ft. (4m) – High temperature for Air/Water cooled
Sensing Head
REN01203 - 26 ft. (8m) – Regular temperature
REN01204 - 26 ft. (8m) – High temperature for Air/Water cooled
Sensing Head
5 conductor cables for connecting the standard sensing head to the panel meter		 Additional Accessories
REN00208 - Fixed mounting bracket for the regular sensing head
REN00213 - Adjustable mounting bracket for the regular
sensing head
REN00207 - Mounting nut

Used in conjunction with the Standard Laser sensing head
How To Order
Choose the NCIT Plus, accessories, and/or options desired, and order by the associated Part Number.

Standard lead time is stock to 3 weeks.