CI TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

THERMALERT SERIES
Raytek warrants this product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service for a period of two
years from date of purchase except as hereinafter provided. This
warranty extends only to the original purchaser (a purchase from
Raytek or Raytek’s licensed distributors is an original purchase).
This warranty shall not apply to fuses or batteries. Factory calibra-
tion is warranted for a period of one year. The warranty shall not
apply to any product which has been subject to misuse, neglect,
accident, or abnormal conditions of operation or storage. Should
Raytek be unable to repair or replace the product within a reason-
able amount of time, purchaser’s exclusive remedy shall be a refund
of the purchase price upon return of the product.

In the event of failure of a product covered by this warranty, Raytek

will repair the instrument when it is returned by the purchaser,
freight prepaid, to an authorized Service Facility within the applica-
ble warranty period, provided Raytek’s examination discloses to its
satisfaction that the product was defective. Raytek may, at its
option, replace the product in lieu of repair. With regard to any cov-
ered product returned within the applicable warranty period,
repairs or replacement will be made without charge and with return
freight paid by Raytek, unless the failure was caused by misuse,
neglect, accident, or abnormal conditions of operation or storage, in
which case repairs will be billed at a reasonable cost. In such a case,
an estimate will be submitted before work is started, if requested.
THERMALERT® CI™
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WAR-
COMPACT INFRARED RANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILI-
SENSOR TY, FITNESS, OR ADEQUACY FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE
OR USE. RAYTEK SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER IN
OPERATOR’S GUIDE CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE.

© 2016 Fluke Process Instruments

Specifications subject to change without notice.
Rev K1
02/2017
56800-1

THERMALERT CI ACCESSORIES
The Thermalert® CI™ Compact Infrared Sensor series A full range of accessories for various applications and
of online instruments are noncontact infrared tempera- industrial environments are available (see Figure 1).
ture measurement systems. They are designed to meas- Accessories may be ordered at any time and added
ure accurately and repeatably the amount of heat ener- on-site. Also available is a J- or K-type thermocouple
gy emitted from an object and to convert that energy connection kit and extension cables.
into a measurable electrical signal.
Each model (see Table 1) comes with a 1 m (3 ft) cable
and two mounting nuts and is designed for easy inte- Adjustable mounting
bracket accessory
gration into standard 4-wire systems. There are J or K
thermocouple output models or 10 mV/°C voltage out-
Fixed
put models if your application is susceptible to noise or mounting bracket
Mounting nuts
requires a long cable run. The electronics are protected (2 supplied) accessory
by a rugged NEMA 4 stainless steel housing.
Sensor

Table 1: Models

Overall Air purge collar

Model Output Temp. Range Accuracy accessory

J Thermocouple 0 to 115˚ C (32 to 240˚ F) Sensor

CI1A
larger of ±2% or ± 3 ˚ C (± 6 ˚ F)
0 to 350˚ C 116 to 225˚ C (241 to 440˚ F)
CI2A K Thermocouple Right angle mirror
(32 to 662˚ F) larger of ± 5 % or ± 6 ˚ C (±10˚ F) accessory

CI3A Voltage 226 to 350˚ C (441 to 662˚ F)

>±5%
Air/Water-cooled housing
with integrated air purge
CI1B J Thermocouple (factory installed option)
100 to 500˚ C (212 to 932˚ F)
larger of ± 2 % or ± 3 ˚ C (± 6 ˚ F)
30 to 500˚ C
CI2B K Thermocouple
(86 to 932˚F) 30 to 99˚ C (86 to 211˚ F)
larger of ± 5 % or ± 6 ˚ C (±10˚ F)
Figure 1: Accessories and Options
CI3B Voltage

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 OPTIONS Table 2 (continued): Specifications
Options for various applications and environments Electrical
are available. Options are factory installed and must Power supply voltage 12 – 24 VDC @20 mA
be ordered with base model units. These include the Maximum current draw ≤ 10 mA
Ripple ≤ 2.5%
following: Output impedance 50 ohms
• NIST traceable certification Minimum load impedance 50K ohms
• Air/Water-cooled housing (comes with integrated Outputs J or K thermocouple,
air purging and high temperature cable) 10mV/˚C Linear Voltage
• High temperature cable–260°C (500°F) maximum Environmental
ambient temperature (comes standard with Sensing head rating IP 65, NEMA 4
air/water-cooled housing option) EMI
Conducted noise immunity IEC 801-4, Level 1
• Longer 3 m (10 ft) standard cable
Relative humidity 10 to 95%, non-condensing
Storage temp. range -30 to 85˚ C (-22 to 185˚ F)
SPECIFICATIONS Thermal shock Max error of 5˚ C (for ∆T=25˚)
Table 2 (below and continued on Page 4) lists the sen- stabilization time=20 mins.
Ambient operating range 0 to 70˚ C (32 to 160˚ F)
sor’s optical, thermal, operational, electrical, environ-
air cooling 0 to 94˚ C (32 to 200˚ F)
mental, and physical specifications. water cooling 0 to 105˚ C (32 to 220˚ F)
water cooling/high temp cable 0 to 260˚ C (32 to 500˚ F)
Table 2: Specifications
Physical
Dimensions 19 mm dia x 87 mm L
Optical Resolution 4:1 @ 90% energy (0.75 in dia x 3.4 in L)
Spectral Response Range 7–18 µm Weight 130 g (4.5 oz)
Material Stainless steel
Thermal
Measurement range See Table 1 Cable–Standard
Detecting element Thermopile Maximum ambient temperature 105˚ C (220˚ F)
Accuracy See Table 1 Material (type & color) PVC, grey
Cable length 1 m (3 ft)
Repeatability ±1% of reading
Gauge AWG 24 (J, K t/c cable)
Temperature coefficient 0.2˚ C per ˚C (0.2˚ F per ˚F)
AWG 22 (10mV/˚C cable)
Operational Cable–High Temperature
Temperature resolution < 0.5˚ C (1˚ F) Maximum ambient temperature 260˚ C (500˚ F)
Emissivity Fixed at 0.95 Material (type & color) Teflon, black
Response time 350 mSec (95% response) Cable length 1 m (3 ft)
Warm-up period < 1 minute Gauge AWG 24

Continued on next page

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Optical Chart INSTALLATION

Figure 2 shows you how to read the optical chart. The
The installation process consists of the following:
optical chart (Figure 3) indicates the nominal target
• Preparation
spot diameter at any given distance from the sensing
• Mechanical Installation
head and assumes 90% energy.
• Electrical Installation
Target spot size Diameter of target Distance from sensor The most important part of the installation process is
at focus point spot size in inches to object in inches or feet preparation. Please read the following section thor-
oughly before proceeding with the mechanical and
electrical installations.
Preparation
Distance and Spot Size—The size of the area (spot
size) you wish to measure determines the distance
between the sensor and the target (see Figure 3 for dis-
tances and spot sizes). The spot size must not be larg-
er than the target. Mount the sensor so the measured
Diameter of target Distance from sensor to
spot is the same or smaller than the target. Figure 4 is
spot size in millimeters object in millimeters or meters an overview of proper sensor placement.
Focus Point D:S = Distance to spot divided by spot diameter at the focus point
Far Field D:S = Ratio at distances greater than 10x the focus distance

Best Good Incorrect

Figure 2: How to Read the Optical Chart

Sensor

Target greater
than spot size
Target equal Background
to spot size
Target smaller
than spot size

Figure 3: Optical Chart Figure 4: Proper Sensor Placement

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Ambient Temperature—The sensing head is designed Mechanical Installation
to operate in ambient temperatures from 0 to 70°C (32 All sensors come with a 1 m (3 ft) cable and 2 mount-
to 160°F). For ambient temperatures above 70°C ing nuts. You can mount the sensor in brackets or
(160°F), a factory installed air/water-cooled housing cutouts of your own design, or you can use the fixed
option is available that allows operation in ambient and adjustable mounting bracket accessories. Figures
conditions up to 260°C (500°F) with water cooling. 5 through 7 show the mounting bracket accessories’
The air/water-cooled housing option comes with a and sensor’s dimensions.
high-temperature cable and integrated air purging.
Full R
Atmospheric Quality—Smoke, fumes, dust, and other
contaminants can coat the lens and cause erroneous ∅19 (.76)

temperature readings. We recommend using the air

purge collar accessory in these types of environments
to keep the lens clean. (The air/water-cooled housing 38
(1.5)
comes with integrated air purging.) 1.5 22
(.06) (.875)

Electrical Interference—To minimize electrical or elec-

tromagnetic interference or “noise,” mount the sensor 38
away from motors producing large step load changes. (1.5)

5
Wiring—Before installing, be sure to check the dis- (.196)

tance between the sensor and the monitoring/control- ∅5 (.196)

ling device. If necessary, extension cables are available

as accessories. 2X 45˚

2X 90˚ 38
Power—Have available a 12–24 VDC, 10 mA, power (1.5)
supply.

2X 13 19
(2X .5) (.75)
38
(1.5)
mm (inches)

Figure 5: Fixed Mounting Bracket

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Air/Water-cooled Housing with integrated air purge—

41
(1.625)
5 The air/water-cooled housing option (Figure 8) allows
(.196)
22 ∅5 (.196)
the sensor to withstand ambient temperatures up to
(.875)
260° C (500° F) with water cooling and the high-temper-
2X 45˚ ature cable. (The high-temp cable is standard when the
2X 90˚ 38 housing is ordered as an option.) It has 1/8” NPT fit-
(1.5)
tings for water and air. Water temperature should be
59
(2.31)
15-30° C (60-86° F) for best performance. Chilled water
∅19 (.76)
below 10° C (50° F) is not recommended. Without the
Full R
2X 13 19 high-temperature cable, the sensor can withstand ambient
(.75)
(2X .5) temperatures only up to 105° C (220° F) with water cooling.
38
(1.5)
∅38 (1.5) ∅38 (1.5)
38
(1.5) mm (inches)
∅20 (0.8) 3/4"–16UNF 2A

Figure 6: Adjustable Mounting Bracket 13 flats

(0.5)

1 m (3 ft) 3/4"–16UNF 2A Front View Rear View

PVC Cable ∅17 (.67) M18 x 1 (if ordered metric)
∅4 (.17) 10 96 12
(0.39) (3.79) (0.45)

∅14 (.56) ∅19 (.75) 1/8" NPT fittings (3)

19 63 7
(.75) (2.48) (.27)

89
(3.5) mm (inches)

Figure 7: Sensor
6 ~ 25 ~ 13
(0.25) (~ 1) (~ 0.5)
25
(1) 118
(4.63)
137
(5.38)
mm (inches)

Figure 8: Air/Water-cooled Housing

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Air Purge Collar—The air purge collar accessory Right Angle Mirror—The right angle mirror accessory
(Figure 9) is used to keep dust, moisture, and other (Figure 10) allows a perpendicular view of a target. It
contaminants away from the lens. It must be screwed may be used when space is limited or when you need
in fully. Air flows into the 10/32” fitting and out the to avoid excessive radiation to the sensor. This can be
front aperture. Clean or “instrument” air is recom- mounted either on the end of the sensor or on the air
mended. The air purge collar accessory is not needed with purge collar, but not on the air/water-cooled housing.
the air/water-cooled housing.
Note: When using the right angle mirror, a small
∅35
Inside threads M18 x 1
(if ordered with metric threaded sensor)
amount of energy emitted by the source is lost, which
(1.38)
results in a lower than actual temperature reading. To
∅19 (0.75) 3/4" – 16UNF 2A
compute the corrected temperature, use this formula:
10/32" threads

35
T = 1.035Tm – .035Tamb
(1.36)
where T=corrected temperature, Tm=temperature read-
~ 25 ing with mirror, and Tamb=ambient temperature. All
(~ 1)
61
11
(0.42) 9 temperatures are in either °C or °F.
(2.38) 21 (0.37)
(0.84) ∅20 (.8)
31
(1.21)
mm (inches) 3/4"–16 UNF 2B

Figure 9: Air Purge Collar

Table 3: Recommended Water and Air
Recommended
Cooling water supply
Temperature 15–30˚ C (60–86˚ F) 82
Flow rate 1.89 liters per min (0.5 gpm)
Pressure drop
(across unit only) < 0.69 bar (10 psi) 13
(.5)
Cooling air supply
Temperature < 30˚ C (< 86˚ F)
Flow rate 70.8 liters per minute (2.5 SCFM)
Pressure drop 20
(.8)
(across unit only) < 0.34 bar (5 psi)
Air purge air supply
Temperature < 30˚ C (< 86˚ F)
Flow rate 11.33 liters per minute (0.4 SCFM) 31
(1.25)
mm (inches)
Pressure drop
(across unit only) < 0.34 bar (5 psi)
Figure 10: Right Angle Mirror
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Wiring—Wire the electronics cable using Figure 11 and

Electrical Installation Table 4 or 5 (for high temp cables) as a guide. USE
ONLY THE OUTPUT TYPE OF YOUR SENSOR.
Sensor to Electronics Cable—The sensor to electron- WIRING TO THE WRONG OUTPUT WILL DAM-
ics cable is a 1m (3 ft), 4-wire, PVC cable. One end is AGE THE SENSOR. Note in Figure 11 that the num-
attached, at the factory, to the sensor head. The bers refer to the wire numbers in Table 4 or 5, which
other end has two pairs of wires and a bare shield shows proper wiring connections based on insulation
(ground) wire (see Figure 11). color coding.
NOTE LABEL Wire Numbers
The unlabeled pair of wires is for connecting to a (ON POWER
(Refer to Table 4 or 5)
controller or chart recorder or for attaching to a ther- SUPPLY WIRES ONLY)
1
mocouple plug (for connecting to a thermocouple
2
meter). DO NOT CONNECT TO A POWER
SOURCE.
Red (+)

3
The second pair of wires, with the label, is for con-
necting to a power source. 4
12 – 24 VDC

5 (Shield)

WARNING Figure 11: Wiring Configuration

Incorrect wiring will cause severe, per- Table 4: Standard Cable Wiring
manent damage to the sensor.
Wire
Output Label Number Wire Color Function
Pay close attention to the wiring diagram in
Output 1 White Signal + (Iron)
Figure 11, and match your sensor to the appropri- J-type 2 Red (white stripe) Signal – (Constantan)
ate output type in Table 4 or 5. Wire accordingly. Thermo-
couple
Power 3 Red (yellow stripe) Power Supply +
Supply 4 Yellow Power Supply –
DO NOT CONFUSE OUTPUT WIRES WITH – 5 Bare Shield Ground
POWER SUPPLY WIRES. Output 1 Yellow Signal + (Chromel)
K-type 2 Red (yellow stripe) Signal – (Alumel)
Thermo-
Power 3 Red (white stripe) Power Supply +
couple
Supply 4 White Power Supply –
– 5 Bare Shield Ground

Output 1 White Signal +

10mV/˚C 2 Green Signal Ground
Voltage Power 3 Red Power Supply +
Supply 4 Black Power Supply –
– 5 Bare Shield Ground

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 Table 5: High Temperature Cable Wiring OPERATION
Wire Once the sensor is in position and you have made sure
Output Label Number Wire Color Function
that the appropriate power, air, water, and cable con-
Output 1 White Signal + (Iron)
J-type 2 Red (white stripe) Signal – (Constantan) nections are secure, the system is ready for continuous
Thermo-
couple Power 3 Red Power Supply + operation.
Supply 4 Yellow Power Supply –
– 5 Bare Shield Ground To operate, complete the following simple steps:
Output 1 Yellow Signal + (Chromel)
K-type 2 Red Signal – (Alumel) 1. Turn on the power supply.
Thermo-
Power 3 Red (white stripe) Power Supply +
couple
Supply 4 White Power Supply – 2. Turn on the meter, chart recorder, or controller.
– 5 Bare Shield Ground
3. Read/monitor the temperature.
Output 1 Red Signal +
10mV/˚C 2 Yellow Signal Ground
Voltage Power 3 Red (white stripe) Power Supply +
Supply 4 White Power Supply – WARNING
– 5 Bare Shield Ground If using the air/water-cooled housing, do not
leave it in a heated environment with the
Extension Cables—Extension cables are available as coolant turned off. Damage to the sensor and to
accessories. Also available is a thermocouple connec- the housing can occur.
tion kit.

IMPORTANT MAINTENANCE AND

Be aware of the following when using the sensor: TROUBLESHOOTING
• If the sensor is exposed to significant changes in If your sensor is not performing as it should, try to
ambient temperature (hot to cold or cold to hot), match the symptom in Table 6 to its probable cause. If
allow 20 minutes for the temperature to stabilize the table does not help, call us at one of the phone
before taking or recording measurements. numbers listed on the last page.
• Do not operate the sensor near large electrical or Our customer service representatives are always at
magnetic fields (e.g., around arc welders or induc- your disposal for application assistance, calibration,
tion heaters). Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI) repair, and solutions to specific questions or problems.
can cause measurement errors. Contact our Service Department before returning any
• Connectors or wires must be connected only to the equipment to us. In many cases, problems can be
appropriate input jacks or terminals. solved over the telephone.

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Table 6: Troubleshooting
Symptom Probable Cause Solution Fluke Process Instruments
No output No power to sensor Check the power
supply Americas
Santa Cruz, CA USA
Erroneous Temp. Incorrect wire Check wire color Tel: +1 800 227 8074 (USA and Canada, only)
connection codes and reconnect +1 831 458 3900
[email protected]
Erroneous Temp. Faulty sensor cable Verify cable continuity
EMEA
Erroneous Temp. Field of view Remove obstruction Berlin, Germany
obstruction Tel: +49 30 4 78 00 80
[email protected]
Lens Cleaning—Keep the lens clean at all times. Blow China
off loose particles (if not using the air purge accessory) Beijing, China
with clean compressed air, then carefully wipe surface Tel: +8610 6438 4691
with moist cotten swab (water or water-based glass [email protected]
cleaner). DO NOT use solvents.
Worldwide Service
Fluke Process Instruments offers services, including
repair and calibration. For more information, contact
your local office.

www.flukeprocessinstruments.com

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