Land M2300/1100C-V Infrared Pyrometer
The Land M2300/1100C-V is a high-precision single-wavelength infrared pyrometer from AMETEK Land's System 4 series. This non-contact temperature sensor is specifically engineered for demanding industrial applications requiring accurate and reliable temperature measurement of high-temperature targets. The model designation M2300 indicates a monochromatic sensor within Land's M-series, the temperature range 300/1100C denotes measurement capability from 300°C to 1100°C, and the V suffix signifies integrated video sighting for precise aiming and target verification.
Technical Specifications
The Land M2300/1100C-V offers a temperature measurement range covering 300°C to 1100°C with absolute accuracy of ±0.25% plus 1K and repeatability error ≤1°C. The sensor employs 1.6 μm short wavelength technology, which is specifically optimized for measuring surfaces with uncertain or variable emissivity, such as metals and glass. The response time is exceptionally fast at 5 milliseconds (0-95%), enabling real-time capture of temperature variations in dynamic processes. The target size can be as small as 3.5mm with appropriate focusing optics, allowing precise measurement of small or distant targets.
Optical and Sighting System
The integrated video sighting system (indicated by the V suffix) is a key feature of the M2300/1100C-V. A built-in camera transmits real-time images of the target area to the operator, solving the challenge of precise focusing at long distances or in difficult-to-access industrial locations. Operators can adjust the aiming point from a safe, comfortable control room environment, ensuring that temperature measurements are taken from the true critical area of the process, such as the center of a continuous casting billet. Through-the-lens sighting is available from as close as 90mm, and flexible fiber optic options are available for inaccessible areas.
Design and Environmental Durability
The Land M2300/1100C-V is designed for continuous operation in harsh industrial environments. It features IP54 protection rating, making it resistant to dust and water splashes. The pyrometer operates reliably within an ambient temperature range of -10°C to +60°C and can withstand vibration up to 3G on any axis from 10 to 300 Hz. Humidity tolerance extends from 0% to 99% non-condensing, ensuring stable performance in high-moisture environments. The sensor supports both standard focal lengths from 0.5m to infinity and short-focus variable focal lengths from 0.35m to 1.0m, providing flexibility for various installation scenarios.
Advanced Measurement Technology
The short wavelength technology employed in the Land M2300/1100C-V provides significant advantages for measuring metallic and glass surfaces. According to Wien's displacement law, at shorter wavelengths, temperature changes produce more pronounced variations in radiated energy, making the pyrometer less sensitive to changes in target emissivity. This means that even when the surface oxidation or roughness of a metal target varies, the M2300/1100C-V maintains high measurement accuracy and repeatability, significantly outperforming traditional long-wavelength infrared pyrometers for these challenging applications.
Applications
The Land M2300/1100C-V is ideally suited for critical high-temperature measurement applications across multiple industries. In steel and metallurgy, it is used for continuous casting secondary cooling zone temperature monitoring, billet quality assessment, and rolling mill temperature control. In glass manufacturing, it provides real-time monitoring of float glass furnace temperatures to ensure glass melt uniformity and reduce rejection rates. For aluminum processing, it delivers precise temperature measurement of molten aluminum and rolling processes. Additional applications include chemical reactor monitoring, heat treatment furnaces, and industrial processing where non-contact temperature measurement is essential for process control and product quality.
