CSlaser 2M

High-Performance Single-piece Industrial Infrared 2M Pyrometer with Laser-Sightin

Engineered in Germany for excellence, the Optris CSlaser 2M sets a new standard for non-contact temperature measurement of challenging metallic surfaces, metal oxides, and ceramics. Its core innovation lies in a short spectral range of 1.6 µm, a wavelength specifically optimized for high-emissivity materials. This ensures exceptionally accurate and reliable readings, overcoming the measurement difficulties often posed by shiny or oxidized metals.
Precision is further enhanced by the innovative double-laser sighting system, which clearly and accurately marks the tiny measuring spot from as little as 0.5 mm. This allows operators to target specific areas with confidence, ensuring the data collected is truly representative. With a blazing-fast response time of just 10 ms and high optical resolution, the CSlaser 2M captures even the fastest thermal transients, making it indispensable for dynamic processes such as induction heating, welding, or crystal growth.
Available in two robust models—the 2ML (250 °C to 800 °C) and the high-temperature 2MH (385 °C to 1600 °C)—this sensor is built for rugged industrial environments. It boasts an IP65 (NEMA-4) rating and is front-mountable for vacuum processes up to 10⁻³ mbar. Flexible integration is guaranteed with multiple output options: analog 4-20 mA, a programmable alarm output, or digital USB.
Configuration is effortless via the free compactConnect PC software or the IR mobile App for Android, allowing quick setup of parameters, lenses, and alarms. A wide range of accessories, including protective cooling housings for ambient temperatures up to 180 °C and air purge units for lens cleanliness, ensure optimal performance in any condition. For critical temperature monitoring where accuracy, speed, and durability are paramount, the Optris CSlaser 2M is the definitive German-engineered solution.
  • Temperature range: 250 °C to 1600 °C
  • Spectral range: 1.6 µm
  • Response time: 10 ms
  • High Optical Resolution
  • Laser Sighting

The Optris CSlaser 2M infrared thermometer is specifically engineered for precise temperature measurement of metallic surfaces, metal oxides, and ceramics. This pyrometers short measuring wavelength ensures accurate readings across a wide range of materials. Equipped with an innovative double laser sight, it offers precise marking of the measuring spot, enhancing measurement accuracy. With temperature ranges from 250 °C to 1600 °C, measuring spots starting from 0.5 mm, and response times as low as 10 ms, this IR sensor is suitable for various industrial applications. Available in temperature ranges of 250 °C to 800 °C (2ML) or 385 °C to 1600 °C (2MH), and featuring IP65 (NEMA-4) front-mountable design for vacuum processes (up to 10–3 mbar), the CSlaser 2M is adaptable to diverse industrial settings.

The CSlaser 2M sensor offers a wide range of temperature measurement options tailored to specific requirements, spanning from 250 °C to 800 °C (2ML) or 385 °C to 1600 °C (2MH). The pyrometers high optical resolution enhances precision and allows distance-to-spot size ratios of 150:1 (2ML) and 300:1 (2MH), ensuring accurate temperature readings even from far distances. The infrared sensor maintains exceptional system accuracy, with deviations of ±(0.3% of reading +2 °C) at an ambient temperature of 23 ± 5 °C, providing reliable radiometric temperature data for various metal applications. Additionally, this infrared thermometers outstanding repeatability, with variations of ±(0.1% of reading +1 °C) under similar ambient conditions, highlights its consistency and reliability in temperature monitoring tasks.

The InGaAs detector, with a specialized short wavelength spectral range of around 1.6 µm, accurately measures temperatures in hot metal applications. This thermal non-contact sensor is frequently used in these applications, including processing steel, tungsten, iron, nickel, and semiconductors.

The CSlaser is a versatile instrumentation tool that can function as an analog device, providing a 4-20 mA signal and including an alarm output (open-collector). Equipped with a standard two-wire interface, the infrared sensor ensures easy cabling and reliable data transfer to a PLC. For digital communication, the optional USB connection cable is necessary. This kit, in combination with the software, enables fast sensor parameterization and the recording and analysis of measurement data. In digital mode, the sensor and the laser are powered via the 5 V from the USB interface. The infrared sensor offers two modes of digital bidirectional communication, allowing data to be sent and received in both directions, and a unidirectional mode where the sensor only sends data in burst mode. Furthermore, the CSlaser can operate in digital mode while simultaneously functioning as an analog device, with the sensor powered by the USB interface.

A remarkable feature of the CSlaser 2M series is its double laser aiming marks, which indicate the actual spot location and provide valuable information about the spot size. This visualization ensures operators have a clear understanding of the measurement area, enhancing temperature monitoring accuracy, supporting exact alignment, and reducing measurement errors. The two laser beams follow the infrared optical path to mark the position of the measuring spot at any distance, unlike many IR thermometers with single lasers that only mark the center of the spot. These infrared pyrometers are primarily used in industrial areas, research, and development, where small measurement spots are crucial for precise temperature measurement. Different focus versions allow flexible adjustments for various applications.

The CSlaser 2M series takes temperature measurement to the next level with its exceptional optical resolution, reaching up to 300:1. This ensures precise and reliable temperature data even in narrow field-of-view conditions. Available in multiple versions with different close-focus optics, the CSlaser 2M series offers unparalleled accuracy and versatility in non-contact temperature measurement technology.

Equipped with Optris accessories such as air purging, mounting flanges, and other add-ons, the Optris CSlaser 2M pyrometer enables integration into many manufacturing and process applications. Designed and manufactured in Germany, these pyrometers undergo careful calibration to government standards such as PTB or NIST. Customization options, including different cable sizes, are available. Optris provides comprehensive support, including consultation on industrial applications and after-sales assistance.

In summary, the Optris CSlaser 2M series combines precision, durability, and adaptability, making it an excellent solution for accurate non-contact temperature measurement in a wide range of industrial settings.

MODEL CSlaser 2ML CSlaser 2MH
DETECTOR
Detector / Spectral Range Thermopile / 1.6 µm
Response / Exposure Time 10 ms
Sampling Frequency 100 Hz
OPTICAL & SIGHTING
Distance to Spot ratio (D:S) 150:1 300:1
Spot size (SF optics) 7.3 mm @ 1100 mm 3.7 mm @ 1100 mm
Other optics (FF/CF) FF: 24 @ 3600 mm
CF2: 1 @ 150 mm / CF4: 3 @ 450 mm
FF: 12 @ 3600 mm
CF2: 0.5 @ 150 mm / CF4: 1.5 @ 450 mm
Laser Sighting Double point laser (635 nm)
MEASUREMENT
Object Temperature Range 250 … 800 °C 385 … 1600 °C
Accuracy / Repeatability Accuracy: ±0.3 % or + 2 °C | Repeatability: ±0.1 % or + 1 °C
Thermal Sensitivity (NETD) 100 mK
Emissivity (Adjustable) 0.100 – 1.100
INTERFACES & SIGNAL PROCESSING
Interface / Software USB 2.0 / Compact Connect, IRmobile
Direct output 0/4 – 20 mA / Programmable open collector
Signal Processing Average, Peak/Valley hold, Advanced peak hold
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Size / Material Ø50 x 100 mm, M48x1.5 / Stainless Steel
Operating Temp Range –20 °C … 85 °C (50 °C with laser ON)
Protection Class IP 65, NEMA 4
Power Supply 5 – 30 V DC / 5 V USB (Max 1.2 W)

Metal

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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).

  • CSlaser 2M with 3m cable
  • Connection cable (optional)
  • 1x mounting nut
  • 1x mounting bracket
  • CSlaser Manual