Laser Sighting Guide

There are several sighting options for IR thermometers. By understanding the sighting choices available, you can select the most appropriate balance of features and price for your application. From the high precision of the MX series to the cost-effective professional features of the ST family to the utility of the low-cost MiniTemp™ unit, Raytek® provides an unsurpassed array of products to fit most any sighting need and budget.

Use the chart above as a starting point for choosing a type of laser sighting. Other important factors in choosing the type of sighting for your application include: target distance, the thermometer's optical resolution, target size, and cost. A final key element in evaluating sighting systems is the target's temperature relative to its background. When they differ greatly, use of a less precise sighting system may give you a reading that differs substantially from the true temperature. In this case, consider the use of the most precise sighting system, True Dimension, which is found in the MX Series thermometers.