What is BS 1041-5- Radiation pyrometers about?

BS 1041-5 is the fifth part of an International Standard that discusses the methods and meters for temperature measurement.

BS 1041-5 gives guidance on the selection of radiation pyrometers for use in scientific and industrial environments. A radiation pyrometer is a generic name for an instrument for measuring the temperature of an object by means of the thermal radiation emitted by the object.

Who is BS 1041-5- Radiation pyrometers for?

BS 1041-5 on radiation pyrometers is relevant to:

Manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors of radiation pyrometers
Installers of radiation pyrometers
Designers of radiation pyrometers
Thermal engineers
Regulatory authorities
Laboratories
Testing authorities

Why should you use BS 1041-5- Radiation pyrometers?

Thermal radiation is electromagnetic radiation emitted by an object by virtue of the thermal motion of the atoms and molecules of which it is composed. Radiation pyrometers measure temperature by radiation methods.

BS 1041-5 explains the characteristics of the available types of the pyrometer, the detectors and optical systems employed, signal treatment, calibration, the advantages, and limitations of radiation pyrometers, and some precautions necessary in their application.

The user may find sufficient information in BS 1041-5 to assess the available options and, in discussion with a supplier, choose the most appropriate measurement system, as conditions of temperature measurement vary so widely that it is not possible to provide strict guidance.

BS 1041-5 discusses the principles of radiation pyrometry. BS 1041-5 also states the advantages of radiation pyrometers.

BS 1041-5 demonstrates the two main classifications, based on the wavelength selection principle and on the method of operation. This helps users to specify the instrument required for a given application, which also depends on temperature and wavelength ranges, accuracy and the resolution, signal treatment, whether the instrument is portable or fixed, and any other specific requirements.

Overall, BS 1041-5 is useful as it guides in the selection and describes the uses of radiation pyrometers that can be beneficial for your business and can also help you to expand your business globally.

BS 1041-5:1989

Temperature measurement - Guide to selection and use of radiation pyrometers

Current

Published:

30 Mar 1990