CT LT

Compact Two-piece Industrial Infrared Pyrometer

The Optris CT LT series pyrometers feature one of the world’s smallest infrared sensing heads with an optical resolution of up to 22:1 and a spectral bandwidth of 8-14µm, ideal for high-emissivity targets even at low temperatures. With a wide temperature range from -50 °C to 975 °C, these pyrometers excel in non-reflecting object measurement. Their robust design allows operation up to 180 °C without additional cooling, making them optimal for high-temperature environments. Engineered in Germany, they offer precise non-contact temperature measurement with analog and digital outputs for seamless integration into machinery. Optional accessories, including mounting fork, sighting tube, close-focus lens, air purge, and cooling jackets, enhance functionality, ensuring versatility across industrial applications.

CT LT — Important Features:

  • Temperature range: -50 °C to 975 °C
  • Spectral range: 8 to 14 µm
  • Response time: 150 ms
  • High ambient temperature rating up to 180 °C
  • Higher Distance-to-spot size ratio of up to 22:1
  • Unique thermal shock-resistant design for best repeatability and accuracy

The Optris CT LT series pyrometers are equipped with one of the world’s smallest infrared sensing heads, boasting a high optical resolution of up to 22:1. Utilizing a thermopile as a detector and operating within a spectral bandwidth of 8-14µm, these pyrometers excel in infrared measurement of high-emissivity targets, even at low object temperatures, in fixed installed situations.

Featuring a separate control box offering high variability with selectable analog outputs and several digital interfaces, the CT LT sensors present unique advantages for installation in applications with high surrounding temperatures. Their robust and ambitious design allows the sensing heads to withstand temperatures up to 180 °C without additional cooling, making these pyrometers ideal for high-temperature environments.

The Optris CT LT series sets the industrial standard for non-contact temperature measurement, prioritizing precision and speed. With a two-piece design incorporating one of the smallest infrared sensors globally, a commendable optical resolution of up to 22:1, and a rapid exposure time of down to 150 ms, these pyrometers are optimized for efficient monitoring of fast-paced manufacturing processes across industries. Their wide temperature range from -50 °C to 975 °C suits non-reflecting objects.

Exceptional temperature resistance characterizes the pyrometers‘ capabilities, enabling seamless operation in ambient temperatures up to 180 °C without supplementary cooling. Their distinctive thermal shock-resistant design ensures repeatability with ambient temperature changes, meeting high-quality standards engineered and manufactured in Germany.

Designed for fixed installation, the Optris CT LT series provides a permanent and reliable solution for continuous temperature monitoring. Its precise non-contact temperature measurement facilitated by separate electronics, with easily accessible programming keys and an LCD interface, ensures stability and accuracy over extended periods in varied industrial settings.

The adaptability of the Optris CT LT series is further emphasized by the range of analog and digital outputs provided by the electronics box, including 0/4 – 20 mA, 0 – 5 V, 0 – 10 V, thermocouple (type K or J), USB, RS485, RS232 interfaces, relay outputs (2 x optically isolated), Profibus DP, ProfiNet, and Ethernet, Ethernet/IP. This adaptability facilitates seamless integration into machinery, enhancing utility across various applications.

Optional accessories tailored to diverse industrial needs further enhance the functionality of the infrared sensor. The mounting fork ensures secure and stable installation, while the sighting tube improves targeting and accuracy. The close-focus lens enables detailed temperature measurements on small or distant objects, and the air purge accessory safeguards the temperature sensor from contaminants in harsh environments. Cooling jackets optimize performance in elevated temperature conditions, ensuring consistent and accurate readings.

In summary, the Optris CT LT series pyrometers combine precision, adaptability, and durability to facilitate non-contact temperature measurements across diverse industrial applications, offering reliability and efficiency in challenging conditions.

MODEL CT LT02 CT LT15 CT LT22
DETECTOR
Detector Thermopile
Measurement Principle Single Color
Spectral Range 8 – 14 µm
Response Time 150 ms
Exposure Time 14 ms
Sampling Frequency 70 Hz
Exchangable Sensing Head Yes
OPTICAL
Distance to Spot ratio (D:S) 2:1 15:1 22:1
Spot size (SF optics) 200 mm at 400 mm 26.7 at 400 mm 50 at 1100 mm
Other optics (FF/CF optics / add. CF lens) SF + CF: 2.5 mm at 23 mm SF + CF: 0.8 mm at 10 mm / CF: 3.4 mm at 50 mm SF + CF: 0.6 mm at 10 mm / CF: 2.3 mm at 50 mm
Focus fixed
SIGHTING
Laser Sighting / Video Sighting none
MEASUREMENT
Object Measurement Range -50°C … 600°C -50°C … 600°C -50°C … 975°C
Accuracy ± 1% or ± 1°C
Repeatability ± 0.5 % or ± 0.5 °C
Thermal Sensitivity (NETD) 100 mK 50 mK 50 mK
Emissivity /Transmissivity/ Reflectivity 0.100 – 1.100
INTERFACES & SIGNAL PROCESSING
Interface USB / RS232 / RS485 / Profibus / Ethernet / Relay
Direct output/input 0-20 mA / 4-20 mA / 0-5 V / 0-10 V / t/c (K/J)
Compatible Software Compact Connect, IRmobile
GENERAL
Housing Material Stainless Steel
Size (Sensing head) Ø12mm x 35 mm, M12x1
Size (Electronics) 122 mm x 70 mm x 27 mm
ENVIRONMENTAL & POWER
Operating Temp. (Sensing head) -20 °C … 130 °C -20 °C … 180 °C -20 °C … 180 °C
Operating Temp. (Electronics) -20 °C … 85 °C
Protection Class IP 65, NEMA 4
Power Supply 8-36 V DC

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Thermography software optris PIX Connect is included and license-free.All infrared cameras are delivered with the thermography software optris PIX Connect, developed specifically for the extensive documentation and analysis of thermal images. The Windows-based PIX Connect software enables users to tailor the infrared cameras to meet specific requirements. It analyses live and recorded temperature data and triggers alarm signals for process integration. The key to leveraging the Optris infrared camera is a correct configuration. This includes detailed device-specific configurations such as frame rate, measurement range adjustments, external communication settings, and USB/Ethernet configurations. Moreover, PIX Connect facilitates firmware updates and the download of configuration files over the Internet.

Optris offers several different SDKs for our Xi and PI thermal imaging cameras. Depending on the operating platform, the infrared camera, the coding language, and the hardware platform, different software interfaces can be utilized:

The Optris IRmobile allows users to set up and commission an Optris infrared pyrometer or infrared camera with an Android smartphone or tablet. This tool becomes handy for commissioning and aligning the infrared camera’s field of view or adjusting the configuration. The app analyzes the connected infrared camera‘s live infrared image stream with auto hot and cold spot detection. For pyrometers, a temperature-time diagram or the video signal is displayed. This app works on most Android devices running 5.0+ with a USB port supporting USB-OTG (On The Go).

  • CT LT with 1m cable
  • 1x mounting nut
  • CT Series Manual