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[May 2005]
Portable Temperature Calibrators Offer Accuracy and Versatility
Isothermal Technology Ltd (Southport, Merseyside, England) has introduced an innovative range of lightweight portable temperature calibrators for thermometers used in industrial and medical processes. Called FAST-Cal, the new instruments combine fast response, high stability and outstanding accuracy, claims the company (known as Isotech), with a rugged, lightweight stainless construction.
Isotech added that at around 6kg, the instruments are lighter than competitive products currently available. Designed for rapid, on-site calibration across a number of industrial sectors, the portable instruments are capable of accurately calibrating any of the commonly used forms of industrial thermometer, including platinum resistance types and thermocouples. Measuring just 228mm x 248mm x 143mm overall, they are easy to handle and use on site, with ergonomically designed controls, handles and soft, lightweight carry case. All have built-in data communications capabilities.
The FAST-Cal range is available in four variants covering the ranges minus 35°C to plus 140°C (low temperature), 30°C to 350°C (medium temperature), 35°C to 650°C (high temperature) and a special HTM2010 version for the calibration of thermometers used in medical applications. In each of these variants, a basic model is available - in which the thermometer under test is compared with the instrument's internal temperature controller - or a complete model in which the thermometer is compared to a separate calibrated standard thermometer for traceability to ISO9000 standards.
Accuracy for all versions is excellent, for example 0.15°C for the low temperature model, 0.2°C for medium temperature types and 0.5°C for the high temperature variants (complete models). All versions come with a certificate traceable to national standards and five point UKAS Certification is available as an option. Heating and cooling are described by Isotech as impressive, averaging around just 10-15 minutes to heat to maximum temperature, with similar cooling times.
www.isotech.co.uk
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