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Originally Posted by Formerly Steve Wilkinson
I have an Accutech InfraRed Pyromometer that I use on the 911--oil-pipe temps, etc.--and it seems to need recalibration, if that's possible. When I point it directly at boiling water, for example, it reads 195 degrees.
Is it possible to calibrate these things, or do need a new one? Maybe I need to retire this one to use for nothing other than pointing at womens' tits at parties, which I have found to be an effective icebreaker, no pun intended...
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While I couldn't deny the entertainment value of using one at a party to see if some are real or not, your IR unit should not fall out of calibration. Battery and contact condition are crucial for best results.
I do see differences between IR and contact thermometers used on the same subject so there are some variables to consider using this technology. For example, one needs a contact thermometer to see accurate values when measuring oil, brake rotor, and tire temps, however IR units work really well for checking exhaust pipes (rough EGT), oil coolers, (radiators, if you have 'em) so see if you have consistent temperatures.
I have both Accutek and Raytech hand-held IR thermometers and they read the same values on the same subject. My contact thermometer reads consistently higher.
I'd be happy to check yours against mine (thermometers, that is) to confirm proper operation, if you wish,....
