PCE - Model TC 3 -Thermal Camera for Professionals

This video shows the functionality of the thermal camera PCE-TC 3 and image quality. It presents the different types of image scales, network connections, USB and method of storing images to the SD memory card.

• Accurate measurement of temperature on the display
• Two moveable measurement points
• Automatically locates hot point, cold point and point of average value
• Large 3.5" LCD with back lighting
• High resolution of 160 x 120 pixels
• Temperature range: -10 to 250°C
• Accuracy: maximum ±2°C or ±2%
• Uncooled focal plane array for maintenance free work
• Perfectly balanced, preventing wrist fatigue when used over extended periods
• Ergonomic: Use it with one hand
• Light weight: 750g
• Laser pointer: Can be aimed exactly at the area to be measured
• Memory card for up to 1000 images
• Long operating time of up to 6 hours
• Data transfer of data: via the USB port to a computer
• Software: to analyse data and easily generate detailed reports
• Wide range of accessories

• Temperature range: -10 to 250°C
• Sensor: uncooled focal plane array
• Measurement points / Resolution: 160 x 120 pixels (19,200 points)
• Accuracy: ±2°C or ±2%
• Display resolution: 192 x 192 pixels
• Lens (FOV): 20° x 15°
• Focus: manual
• Measurement distance:
• 30cm to infinity
• Measurement functions: two moveable points, measures difference
• Temperature resolution: 0.15ºC
• Image frequency: 7.5 Hz
• Spectral range: 8 to 14µm
• Emissivity: 0.2 to 1.0 (adjustable in steps of 0.01)
• Memory: MMC or SD memory card
• Port: USB type B
• Display: 3.5" LCD, with back lighting and four adjustable colour palettes: rainbow, iron bow, hc rainbow and grey scale
• Temperature units: ºC, ºF or K
• Laser pointer: class II 1mW / 635nm
• Operating temperature: -15 to 45ºC
• Storage temperature: -20 to 70ºC
• Air humidity: 10 to 90% r.h. without condensation
• Power: ion-litium rechargeable
• Operating time: 4 to 6 hours
• Enclosure: plastic
• Tripod screw: 1/4"
• Weight: 750gr
• Dimensions: 230 x 120 x 110mm

The images captured are sent from the SD memory card to a computer. The software allows access to all the pixels in the image and the opportunity to adjust the parameters such as emission value, temperature, humidity and distance.

• Determines temperature at all points
• Determines minimum, maximum and average temperature
• Selection of colours available
• Possibility to change Level and Span
• Automatically compiles models and reports
• Results table with automatic indication of date, time, user and event
• Contents
• thermal camera PCE-TC 3, rechargeable battery, charger, hand strap, software, USB cable, SD memory card, carrying case and user`s manual
• Optional accessories
• ISO calibration certificates
• Software
• Charger for a car lighter
• Replacement rechargeable battery

An ISO calibration certificate can be acquired for this thermal camera. In a laboratory certification and calibration for the ohmmeter, a certificate of control is issued with the details of your company so you can register the devices in their intra-corporate consortia ISO control instruments. This document also certifies that such devices may again be adjusted according to national standards. Below you will find more information on calibration:

Calibration: The control of the accuracy in the measurement magnitudes of the thermal camera without the intervention of the measurement system. Calibration also refers to the determination of the systematic deviation of the thermal camera display in relation to the real value of the measured magnitude.

Calibration document or certificate: Document with the technical properties of the thermal camera according to the national organization of measurement.

Calibration interval: To perform correct measurements, the thermal camera must be calibrated at regular intervals. This period of time is called calibration interval. It`s difficult to determine this period with accuracy but you should consider the following factors:

• Performance of the measuring instruments
• Frequency of use
• Operating conditions
• Previous calibrations stability
• Measuring accuracy required
• Determining factors of the quality control systems used by companies

This means that the user is responsible for checking and controlling the interval between calibrations. We recommend that this calibration internal should be between 1 and 3 years. We also offer the user our expert advice to solve any questionss related to the process of establishing calibration intervals or any other technical questions.

Take into consideration:
The accuracy of the calibration depends on the thermal camera and the sensor combined. In the case of the PCE-TC 3 thermal cameras, this means that the calibration should be done for up to four temperature sensors.