CSmicro LT

Compact Single-piece Micro-sized Rugged Industrial Infrared Pyrometer

The CSmicro LT pyrometer offers an economical yet advanced solution for infrared temperature measurements in industrial settings. Its thermopile detector provides accurate infrared non-contact temperature readings across a wide spectrum from 8-14µm, ideal for high-emissivity targets even at low temperatures. Versatile across industries like thermoforming, plastic processing, and manufacturing, it aids in preventive maintenance and control loop systems. Available in multiple versions with varying optics and analog output types, it integrates into control systems. With a remarkable distance-to-spot size ratio of up to 15:1 and a temperature range from -50 °C to 1030 °C, it’s compact, rugged, miniature, and resistant to temperatures up to 120 °C. Its thermal shock-resistant design ensures accuracy, and its optional USB kit offers easy configuration.

  • Miniature sensing head 24 x 12 mm, M12x1 thread
  • Temperature range: -50 °C to 1030 °C
  • Spectral range: 8 to 14 µm
  • Response time: 14 ms
  • High ambient temperature rating up to 120 °C
  • Unique thermal shock-resistant design for best repeatability and accuracy

The CSmicro LT Pyrometer, an economical yet advanced solution tailored for precise infrared temperature measurements in industrial settings. Equipped with a thermopile detector, this innovative infrared sensor ensures highly accurate non-contact temperature readings across a broad spectrum ranging from 8-14µm. The pyrometers exceptional capability to measure high-emissivity targets, even at low temperatures, makes this IR sensor an invaluable asset in various industrial applications.

The CSmicro LT, known for its versatility and adaptability, finds applications across a wide range of industries. These include thermoforming, plastic processing, the food industry, heavy industry, quality control, manufacturing, and machine condition monitoring. Serving as a valuable tool for preventive maintenance and as an input for control loop systems, pyrometers like this demonstrate their wide range of uses in infrared temperature measurements.

Offered in multiple versions, the CSmicro LT series boasts variations in optics, distance-to-spot size ratios, maximal head temperature, and output types. These include analog outputs such as 4-20 mA, 0-5 V, or 0-10 V voltage output. Additionally, this pyrometer supports digital alarms and serial communication over RS232, ensuring effortless integration into control systems. For added versatility, the CSmicro LT series with mA output also accommodates two-wire-output operation, where the electrical current in the ground loop line adjusts based on the measured temperature. Various lens options with close-focus or standard-focus optics further enhance its adaptability.

Featuring an impressive distance-to-spot size ratio of up to 15:1, the CSmicro LT guarantees precise temperature measurements even from a distance. With a temperature range spanning from -50 °C to 1030 °C, coupled with its compact size and temperature resistance of the sensing head up to 120 °C, this infrared sensor proves ideal for seamless integration into machinery, particularly in manufacturing environments. Notably, the CSmicro LT sensors boast a rapid response time of just 14 ms.

Crafted to endure challenging conditions, the CSmicro LT is engineered to deliver precise temperature measurements even in the harshest environments. Its unique thermal shock-resistant design distinguishes this pyrometer from other sensors, ensuring consistent performance despite ambient temperature changes. The robust stainless steel measuring head, featuring an M12x1 thread, facilitates effortless integration into confined hot spaces, elevating its suitability for a multitude of applications.

The intelligent LED display of the CSmicro LT serves a multitude of functions, from alarm signaling and target support to self-diagnosis and temperature-code display. With electronic components placed within the cable, the measuring head boasts high-temperature resistance, ensuring reliable performance even in demanding conditions.

Configuration, fine-tuning settings, and the setup of the sensor are supported through the optional USB kit and the Compact Connect software, available for free download. Additionally, the USB kit and software offer convenient recording of temperature measurements over time. For quick commissioning, temperature measurements and changes over time can also be displayed on the Optris IR mobile app, available for free on Google Play.

Enhanced by Optris accessories like air purging, mounting flanges, and close-focus optics, the CSmicro LT pyrometer empowers precise temperature measurements of small spot-size targets from close distances.

These pyrometers are designed and manufactured in Germany, carefully calibrated to government standards such as PTB or NIST. For large-quantity OEM customers, customization options, such as different cable sizes, are available. As with all Optris products, application engineers are on hand to discuss industrial applications and provide after-sales support.

Detector & General
ModelCSmicro LT02 / LT15
DetectorThermopile
Spectral Range8 – 14 μm
Response Time / Exposure Time14 ms / 14 ms
Sampling Frequency70 Hz
Housing MaterialStainless Steel
Size / WeightØ12 x 35 mm, M12x1 / 58 g
Measurement
Object Measurement Range-50°C ... 1,030°C
Accuracy± 1% or ± 1°C **2)
Repeatability± 0.5% or ± 0.5 °C **2)
Thermal Sensitivity (NETD)50 mK
Warm-up time10 min
Optical & Sighting
Distance to Spot ratio (D:S)2:1 (LT02) / 15:1 (LT15)
Spot size (SF optics)200 mm @ 400 mm (LT02)
26.7 mm @ 400 mm (LT15)
Other optics (SF+CF)LT02: 2.5 mm @ 23 mm
LT15: 0.8 mm @ 10 mm / 3.4 mm @ 50 mm
SightingNone (Laser/Video)
Interfaces & Signal Processing
Direct Output0-10V, 0-5V, 0-1V, or 4-20 mA
Digital InterfaceOptional: USB interface via Optris CS Kit
CapabilitiesAverage, Peak/Valley hold, Advanced peak hold, Triggered functions
Cable length0.5 + 0.5 m / up to 9 m
Power & Environmental
Power Supply5 - 30 V DC / < 50 mW
Operating Temp. (Head)-20 °C ... 120 °C
Operating Temp. (Electronics)-20 °C ... 80 °C (mA version: 75 °C)
Protection ClassIP 65, NEMA 4
Part NumberOPTCSMXLT02XXCBX (LT02)
OPTCSMXLT15XXCBX (LT15)

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The Optris CompactConnect software improves the functionalities of Optris fixed infrared pyrometers, offering various monitoring, analysis, and control features beyond basic temperature measurement. It includes features like visualizing temperature trends with temperature-time diagrams and documentation. The software enables data logging, automatic process controls, parameterization of the pyrometer via configuration settings, and setting up programmable outputs and inputs. Additionally, it provides advanced signal-processing functionalities.

The Optris IR mobile 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 cameras field of view or adjusting the configuration. The app analyzes the connected infrared cameras 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).

  • CSmicro LT with 1m cable (500 mm between head and electronics)
  • 1x mounting nut
  • CSmicro Manual