Electronic components in industrial measuring devices are subject to natural ageing effects due to physical and chemical processes. Their influence over time depends strongly on the operating temperature and temperature variations. Under harsh industrial conditions with high and changing temperatures, this can affect the measuring accuracy and long-term stability of precision devices.
To minimize this risk, KELLER ITS has equipped the new generation of the CellaTemp® PK series with a smart innovation: the vitality indicator.
Vitality indicator for pyrometers
Smart self-monitoring for maximum operational safety
The vitality indicator permanently displays the ageing status of the pyrometer.
Inspired by SMART technology
This function is similar to the well-known SMART technology (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) used in hard drives. There, sensors and firmware continuously monitor operating parameters in order to detect wear or defects at an early stage and signal a possible failure.
Such self-monitoring technology is also integrated in the new CellaTemp® PK pyrometers. The vitality indicator permanently collects relevant operating data and analyzes the appliance status depending on the temperature and duration of use. The current status can be read directly from the pyrometer at any time or analyzed by the system controller via the digital IO-Link interface. The pyrometer automatically signals the optimum time for a check or calibration (between 2 and 25 years, depending on the operating conditions).
Such self-monitoring technology is also integrated in the new CellaTemp® PK pyrometers. The vitality indicator permanently collects relevant operating data and analyzes the appliance status depending on the temperature and duration of use. The current status can be read directly from the pyrometer at any time or analyzed by the system controller via the digital IO-Link interface. The pyrometer automatically signals the optimum time for a check or calibration (between 2 and 25 years, depending on the operating conditions).
CellaTemp® PK pyrometer with IO-Link interface for transmitting smart diagnostic data to the plant control system.
Advantages for users
- Greater process reliability: reliable temperature measurement without unexpected failures.
- Less downtime: Maintenance only when it is really necessary.
- Greater cost-effectiveness: freely configurable service intervals and integration into control systems and cloud services.
- Longer service life: optimized use of the pyrometers for maximum availability.
Wide range of applications
The CellaTemp® PK series comprises 52 pyrometer types and covers a temperature range from -30 to 2,500 °C. It therefore offers solutions for almost all optical temperature measurement applications - from the food industry and construction industry to inductive heat treatment, the steel and glass industry, combustion plants and the semiconductor industry.
Conclusion: Innovation in infrared temperature measurement
With the vitality indicator, KELLER ITS is setting new standards in industrial infrared temperature measurement. Users benefit from maximum reliability, availability and efficiency over the entire service life of their pyrometers.