FLUOTEMP®

Fiber Optic Temperature Sensor Selection Guide

Innovative Measurement Technologies

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trial, medical, and laboratory applications. Temperature depen-dent optical signals are used to measure the temperature of a medium in which the probe is exposed. This technology offers total immunity from strong EMI fields, X-ray, Microwave, or RF signals. The probes are therefore robust and perform excep-tionally well in any environment within the specified tempera-ture range.

Photon offers a variety of probe materials, dimensions, and mea-surement ranges to accommodate a wide range of applications.

Fiber Optic Temperature Sensor ProbeFiber Optic Temperature Sensor

Opto-Electronic Converter

Fiber Optic Temperature Sensor Software

Temperature Sensor Probe

Strong EMI Environment or Hazardous Location

Fiber Optic Extension Cable and Adapter

DIN Rail Mount Converter

PalmSENSE Handheld

OR

OR

RS-232 / RS-485 4-20mA Output

PC PLC

Fiber Optic Temperature Sensor System

The Photon FluoTemp fiber optic temperature sensor system consists of temperature sensor probe, converter, software and accessories that include adapters and extension cables. Each application and installation environment will determine the type of probe and converter used in the system. Photon pro-vides a customizable system that is designed to accommodate a wide range of applications and maintain industry leading performance.

The Photon Control FluoTemp fiber optic temperature sensor probes are high-performance instruments designed for indus-

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General purpose probes designed for solid, gas, and liquid tem-perature measurements.

Immersion Probes

Easily Sterilized Flexible Body Flexible Sensing Tip

Rigid BodyConductive Sensing Tip

Sealed Polymer Jacket Flexible Sensing Tip

Probe Type

Operating RangeAccuracy

(BA/HA/SC)*Response Time

(Per ASTM E644)Sensing Tip Dimensions

Probe Length

Min Bend Radius

Wetted Material

Standard Termination

NY1 -200°C ~ +100°C ±0.3/0.1/0. 0 5°C 1000ms (30°C-100°C) Ø2.3mm 2 ~ 20m 25mm Nylon ST

NY2 -40°C ~ +80°C ±0.5/0.3/0.1°C 300ms (30°C-80°C) Ø1.0mm 2 ~ 20m 25mm Polyethylene ST

PIM -40°C ~ +220°C ±0.5/0.3/0.1°C <200ms (25°C-60°C) Ø400μm 0.5 ~ 20m 30mm Polyimide ST

TF3 -40°C ~ +220°C ±1.0/0.5/ - °C <1200ms (25°C-60°C) Ø2.3mm 2 ~ 10m 30mm FEP ST

TF4 -40°C ~ +220°C ±1.0/0.5/ - °C <500ms (25°C-60°C) Ø1.1mm 0.5 ~ 20m 30mm PFA (Black) ST

ALO -20°C ~ +450°C ±1.5/0.5/0.3°C 3000ms (25°C-60°C) Ø3.2mm 0.2m N/A Rigid Alumina SMA

Easily Sterilized Flexible Body Flexible Sensing Tip

Rigid BodyConductive Sensing Tip

Sealed Polymer Jacket Flexible Sensing Tip

Contact Probes

Fast response probes designed for surface measurements and applications with large temperature gradients between surface and environment.

Probe Type Operating RangeAccuracy

(BA/HA/SC)*Response Time

(Per ASTM E644)Sensing TipDimensions

Probe Length

Min BendRadius

WettedMaterial

Standard Termination

PK2 -40°C ~ +100°C ±0.3/0.1/0.05°C 60% gradient at 50°C Ø3mm 100mm N/A (Rigid) PEEK, Copper ST

CUSTOM -40°C ~ +250°C ±0.5/0.3/0.1°C <1000ms (30°C-100°C) Ø3mm~ Custom N/A (Rigid) Custom ST

Easily Sterilized Flexible Body Flexible Sensing Tip

Rigid BodyConductive Sensing Tip

Sealed Polymer Jacket Flexible Sensing Tip

Life Science Probes

High accuracy probes designed with small form factor for small temperature range life science applications.

Probe Type

Operating RangeAccuracy

(BA/HA/SC)*Response Time (Per

ASTM E644)Sensing Tip Dimensions

Probe Length

Min Bend Radius

Wetted Material

Standard Termination

LNY1 0°C to 80°C ±0.1/ - /0.05°C 1000ms(30°C-100°C) Ø2.3mm 2 to 20m 30mm PA (Nylon) ST

LN2 0°C to 80°C ±0.2/ - /0.1°C 300ms (30°C-100°C) Ø1.0mm 2 to 20m 30mm Polyethylene ST

LTF2 -40°C to 125°C ±0.3/ - /0.15°C <200ms (30°C-100°C) Ø650μm 2 to 20m 30mm ETFE ST

LP1 0°C to 60°C ±0.3/ - /0.15°C <200ms (30°C-100°C) Ø400μm 2 to 20m 30mm Polyimide ST

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TERMINATION

PROBE TYPE

LENGTH

*Accuracy Details: BA Basic Accuracy HA High Accuracy SC Scientific Accuracy (requires system calibration)

Probe Selection Guide:

*Available Accuracy:

BA Basic Accuracy Full interchangeability of probes and con- verters without necessity to enter calibration coefficients or curves.HA High Accuracy Calibration certificate and coefficient are provided with the probe. Specified accuracy is achieved when calibration coefficient is entered into converter.SC Scientific Accuracy Converter and probe are calibrated together and are not interchangeable.

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Fiber Optic Temperature Sensor Converters

The FluoTemp family of fiber optic temperature sensor converters offers cost effective industry leading performance, while maintaining user friendly operation. The robust design provides accuracy down to 50mK without “laboratory” level pricing. The compatibility with the FluoTemp family of fiber optic temperature sensor probes provides high-resolution systems with long-term reliability for specific customer applications.

Key Features:• 50mK system accuracy• 22Hz sampling rate• Max 32 channel array• 16 bit 4-20mA output• ModBUS protocol over RS-485• Drivers for LabView and Visual Basic• DIN rail mounting

PalmSENSE

The PalmSENSE is a compact digital fiber optic sensor that brings accuracy, durability, and reliability to the palm of the hand. A mini-USB 2.0 digital output provides data transfer between the PalmSENSE and a computer, and is used to recharge the on board battery. The PalmSENSE is compatible with all Photon temperature sensors, providing a digital handheld temperature sensing system suitable for any application.

SpecificationsMeasurement Range -50°C to 350°C Digital Interface USB 2.0 MiniMeasurement Accuracy 0.05°C Digital Memory 20MbMeasurement Sampling Rate 11Hz Dimensions 110mm × 68mm × 26mmMeasurement Resolution 0.01°C Weight 250gOperating Temperature Range 0°C to 60°C Display 160 × 160 pixel STN Touchscreen

DIN Rail ConvertersHB:• High accuracy and stability over large measurement range• Robust and easy to use• Suitable for OEM applicationsTH:• Designed for high voltage applications• Superior electrical shieldingLS:• Fast response• High accuracy• Compatible with Life Science probes

Converter Model

Specification FTC-DIN-ST-HB FTC-DIN-ST-TH FTC-DIN-ST-LS

Measurement Range -40°C to 350°C -40°C to 200°C -40° to 100°CMeasurement Accuracy 0.05°C 0.2°C 0.05°CMeasurement Sampling Rate 22Hz 22Hz 22HzMeasurement Resolution 0.01°C 0.1°C 0.01°CPower Requirements 12 - 24V ± 10% / 60mA @ 24VAnalog Ouput 4-20mA Resolution 16 bitDigital Interface RS-232 1.8m RS-232 Interface Cable available if requiredOperating Temperature Range -20°C to 55°CConverter Dimensions 110mm x 68mm × 26mm

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FTC-DIN-ST-HB

FTC-DIN-ST-LSFTC-DIN-ST-TH

FTC-PALM-ST

BA, HA, SC

BA, HA, SCBA

BA

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NY1

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NY2

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PIM

FTP-

TF3

FTP-

TF4

FTP-

PK2

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CUST

OM

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LNY1

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LN2

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LTF2

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LP1

COMPATIBLE

NOT COMPATIBLE

FluoSoft Software / Software Development Kit

Photon provides custom FluoSoft software for com-munication with the FluoTemp system. The software is compatible with the FluoTemp temperature sensor converters through RS-232 or RS-485 with ModBUS connection. Both single channel and multichannel options are offered.

Above: Single Channel Temperature Measurement, Right: Multichannel

Temperature Measurement So�ware

Converter Cables

RS-485 ModBus Protocol

Multichannel converter arrays are interconnected via a built in power and communication BUS capable of up to 32 channels via standard RS-485 ModBus Protocol. Photon supplies a RS-232 to RS-485 converter connected with a 1.5m cable for multichannel interfacing between converter array and computer.

RS-232 Digital Interface

Photon provides a 1.8m RS-232 Interface Cable that connects the 2.5mm converter jack plug with DB9 serial port for digital interface with DIN Rail Converters.

FluoTemp Product Compatibility

Cable Type Operating RangeInsertion

Loss per 2mCable

DiameterCable Length

Connector Type

CWA-POF -40°C to 85°C 2.5dB 2.3m 2 to 10m SMA, ST, HFBR

CWA-RGD -40°C to 85°C 2.5dB 6.5mm 2 to 10m SMA, ST, HFBR

CWA-ARM -40°C to 85°C 2.5dB 6.5mm 2 to 10m SMA, ST, HFBR

Extension Cables

Photon’s fiber optic exten-sion cables are designed to be rugged and versatile. The cables are virtually inde-structible and are specifically chosen for their low insertion loss and dimensional stability.

WARRANTY: All Photon Control Temperature Sensor Products (converters and probes) come with a 1-year warranty. Some limitations apply, please contact us for more details. © 2010 Photon Control Inc. Photon Control, Photon branding, Photon Control corporate logos, and FluoTemp are trademarks of Photon Control Inc.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

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Adapter Type Operating RangeInsertion

LossHex

DimensionsThread Type

Connector Type

ADR-SMA-SMA -40°C to 85°C 0.8dB 3/16” 1/4-36 UNC-2A SMA

ADR-ST-ST -40°C to 85°C 0.5dB 3/8” 3/8-24 UNC-2A ST

ADR-HFBR-HFBR -40°C to 85°C 1.5dB 3/8” 5/16-32 UNEF-2A HFBR

Adapters

Bulkhead adapters can be used to connect a FluoTemp probe to an extension cable. In addition they are a cheap and easy method for passing fiber optic cable through a panel or into an enclosure.