Temperature Measurement Products

Mikron M345X Series

Two-Piece Low Temperature Blackbody Calibration Source with Large Surface Area, 0 to 170°C

Advanced Energy’s Mikron M345X series blackbody calibration sources are comprised of a controller module and a separate enclosure for the emitter source. 

  • Temperature ranges from 0 to 170°C
  • High effective emissivity 1.0 at 8 to 14 µm
  • Aperture size range from 4 x 4 in to 12 x 12 in
  • High accuracy and high resolution (0.01°C)
  • Excellent stability 0.05°C per eight hours in a still-air environment

 

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Overview

The Mikron® M345X series blackbody sources are cooled and heated by precision thermoelectric modules (Peltier method) and are available in absolute or differential configurations. The two-piece system is comprised of a bench mount controller and a separate emitter source enclosure.

The Mikron M345X series blackbody calibration sources combine fast slew rates, high emissivity, and unchallenged stability and uniformity. The M345X series satisfy the exacting parameters of infrared focal plane array detectors, thermal imaging and forward-looking infrared (FLIR) systems testing in static and moving scene applications.

Benefits

  • Select from four aperture sizes, ranging from 4 x 4 in to 12 x 12 in
  • Calibrate and verify the output signals of pyrometers, thermal imagers, etc.
  • Achieve high accuracy and high resolution (0.01°C)
  • Control emitter source temperature with a precision digital PID controller

Features

  • High emissivity with either radiometric (standard) or thermometric calibrations (optional)
  • Uniform temperature distribution with precision heating elements
  • Furnished with a certificate of calibration traceable to NIST
  • RS232 serial communication
  • Measurement Specifications

    Temperature Range

    0 to 170°C (32 to 338°F) (X4, X6, and X8)
    0 to 150°C (32 to 302°F) (X12)

    Temperature Uncertainty

    Radiometric calibration (standard): ±1°C at 8 to 14 μm
    Thermometric calibration (optional): ±0.05°C

    Temperature Resolution

    0.01°C

    Stability

    0.05°C per 8-hour period in still air environment
    Provided stable AC mains voltage and minimum air flow across the exit port or emitter plate

    Source Non-Uniformity

    ±0.15°C (excluding 10% border area) up to 50°C,
    ±0.75°C at 150°C

    Heated Cavity Shape

    Thermally uniform plate

    Exit Port Diameter

    M345X4: 101 x 101 mm (4 x 4 in)
    M345X6: 152 x 152 mm (6 x 6 in)
    M345X8: 203 x 203 mm (8 x 8 in)
    M345X12: 305 x 305 mm (12 x 12 in)

    Emissivity

    Radiometric calibration:

    1.00 effective emissivity at 8 to 14 μm

    Thermometric calibration

    0.9756 ±0.0039 at 8 to 15 μm
    0.9713 ±0.0049 at 3 to 5 μm

    Calibration Method

    Radiometric (standard)
    Thermometric (optional - must be requested at time of order)

    Temperature Sensor

    Precision platinum RTD 1/3 DIN

    Warm-Up Time

    ~15 minutes from ambient to 100°C

    Slew Rate to 1°C Stability (average)

    Slew Rate to 0.1°C Stability

    ~10 min for a Δ 10°C set point change

  • Communication / Interface

    Remote Set Point

    RS232

    Method of Control

    Digital PID controller

  • Environmental Specifications

    Operating Ambient Temperature

    15 to 30°C
    See datasheet for details

    Cooling

    Fan cooled, air inlet/outlet on top panel

    Operating Humidity

    Dew point must be lower than blackbody set point

    H x W x D

    See datasheet

    Method of Mounting

    Bench

    Weight

    Blackbody

    M345X4: 5.44 kg (12 lb)
    M345X6: 13.1 kg (29 lb)
    M345X8: 15.9 kg (35 lb)
    M345X12: 24 kg (52 lb)

    Controller

    15.5 kg (34 lb)

    CE Certified

     Yes

  • Electrical

    Power Requirements

    115 VAC at 50 and 60 Hz or 230 VAC at 50 and 60 Hz
    Part number dependentsee datasheet for details

Specifications are subject to change without notice. Not all options and accessories are available for all models and configurations. Dimensions listed generally refer to standard configurations and module bodies only. Please confirm technical specifications and customizations with a sales representative. Advanced Energy is not responsible for errors or omissions.

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