Welcome to Process Parameters Ltd

Process Parameters Ltd is an established manufacturer and distributor of industrial temperature measurement products for the metals industry whether this is low temperature secondary processing applications or very high temperature molten metals.

Here in the UK, we manufacturer standard and bespoke Thermocouples and Platinum Resistance Thermometers. We are also a distributor for Optris, who are a German manufacturer of precision infrared Pyrometers and Thermal Cameras.

They specialise in instruments for the Metals industry, with short wavelength Pyrometers able to measure from 0°C to 3000°C.

Accessories are available for all our products, along with a comprehensive calibration service. Our experienced engineers are here to guide you through your product selection. Whether you need a replacement thermocouple probe or want to look at how modern technology can upgrade your measurement performance, we are here to help.

Infrared Temperature Sensors for Metals Applications

“Compact Series” – Small, compact short wavelength infrared temperature sensors. Perfect for high temperature metals where optical resolution is less important.

CSmicro

Model: CSmicro – Type: 2M

Single piece sensor with electronics in cable, smart LED display, self-diagnostics, aiming support, alarm and temperature code.
0-10V or 4-20mA output.
Temperature Range:
2ML: 250°C to 800°C
2MH: 385°C to 1600°C

optris-CT-LT miniature IR sensor

Model: CT – Type: 1M / 2M

Two piece sensor for high temp. meas. of metals with separate electronic box, including programming keys and display.
Temperature Range: 1ML = 485°C to 1050°C / 1MH: 650°C to 1800°C / 1MH1: 800°C to 2200°C / 2ML: 250°C to 800°C / 2MH: 38

optris-CT-LT miniature IR sensor

Model: CT – Type: 3M

Two piece sensor for high temperature measurement of metals with separate electronic box, including programming keys and display.
Temperature Range: L = 50°C to 400°C / H: 100°C to 600°C / H1: 150°C to 1000°C / H2: 200°C to 1500°C / H3: 250°C to 1800°C

Optris CT 4ML High Speed Infrared Temperature Sensor for Low Temperature Metals

Model: CT – Type: 4ML

Two Piece sensor for low temperature measurement of metals with separate
electronic box, including programming keys and display.
Temperature Range (scalable via programming keys or software): 0°C to 500°C (4ML)
Very fast response time: 300 µs
Spectral range: 2.2 µm – 6.0 µm

Measuring the temperature of high temperature and molten metals is one of the most demanding applications for sensor technology. The Optris range of infrared non-contact temperature sensors has however been designed to overcome the pitfalls often encountered.

Short wavelength sensors ensure that low emissivity materials are handled more easily, providing more accurate measurements that are less dependent on incorrect or variable emissivity.

High quality, high resolution optics provide small measuring spots even at larger distances. This allows precise measurement whilst the sensor is protected from the arduous conditions within the process.

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“High Performance Series” – Infrared non-contact pyrometers with high optical resolution and double laser aiming for high temperature and molten metals.

CSlaser

Model: CSlaser – Type: 2M

Single piece two wire sensor with electronics in sensing head for measurement of metal.
4-20mA output. Temperature Range: L: 250°C to 800°C / H: 385°C to 1600°C
The CSlaser 2M infrared thermometer was specifically developed for exact temperature measurements of metal surfaces. Its short measuring wavelength enables the precise measurement of metal temperatures and metal oxides.
The robust, one-piece IR thermometer can be easily integrated into a facility. The standardised two-wire interface guarantees the reliable transfer of the data as well as simple integration into a PLC. The IR thermometer features an innovative double laser sight for the exact selection of the measurement spot. With a variety of lenses it can be customised to a variety of applications.

CTlaser – Type: 05M / 1M / 2M – With their extremely short response time of 1 ms, these highly efficient infrared thermometers enable the monitoring of quick processes, measuring precisely and reliably even for the smallest measuring fields of up to 0.7mm.

Thanks to its innovative double laser sight, the robust, high quality stainless steel measuring head of the CTlaser also enables the exact selection of the measuring field from any distance. In addition, selectable analog outputs and various digital interfaces provide a high level of variability in the evaluation of the measured data. For use in high ambient temperatures the measuring head can be optionally fitted with a water cooling system or with a protective housing (Cooling Jacket Advanced).

CTlaser

Model: CTlaser – Type: 05M

Two Piece sensor for high temperature measurement of molten metals with
separate electronic box, including programming keys and display.
Temperature Range (scalable via programming keys or software):
1000°C to 2000°C
Fast response time: 1 ms
Spectral range: 525 nm

CTlaser

Model: CTlaser – Type: 1M /2M

Two Piece sensor for medium/high temperature measurement of metals with separate electronic box, including programming keys and display.
Temperature Range (scalable via programming keys or software): 485°C to 1050°C (1ML) / 650°C to 1800°C (1MH) / 800°C to 2200°C (1MH1) / 250°C to 800°C (2ML) / 385°C to 1600°C (2MH) / 490°C to 2000°C (2MH1)

Process Parameters CT XL 3M Infrared sensor

Model: CT XL – Type: 3M

Two piece sensor with separate electronic box for laser welding applications, including programming keys and display (no laser aiming).
Temperature Range: H: 100°C to 600°C / H1: 150°C to 1000°C
/ H2: 200°C to 1500°C / H3: 250°C to 1800°C

Innovative two-colour technology

The innovative two-colour-detector technology makes the CTratio 1M and 2M best fit for measuring small, moving or even partially obscured metal objects in wide temperature ranges between 250 °C and 3000 °C.

The short response time of 1 ms also allows the monitoring of very fast processes.

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Model: CTratio – Type: 1M

Ratio pyrometer with separate electronic box for high temperature measurement of metal featuring glass fibre cable and laser including programming keys and display.
Temperature Range: 1-Channel = 450 to 1400 °C / 650 to 2000 °C / 900 to 3000 °C
2-Channel = 525 to 1400 °C (1ML) / 700 to 2000 °C (1MH) / 1000 to 3000 °C (1MH1)

Optris CTRatio Infrared Ratio Pyrometer with Electronics Box

Model: CTratio – Type: 2M

Ratio pyrometer with separate electronic box for high temperature measurement of metal featuring glass fibre cable and laser including programming keys and display.
Temperature Range: 1-Channel = 250 to 1000 °C / 375 to 1500 °C / 500 to 3000 °C
2-Channel = 275 to 1000 °C (2ML) / 400 to 1500 °C (2MH) / 550 to 3000 °C (2MH1)

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Optris Compact speciality cameras for the metal industry

The Optris PI 05M, 08M and 1M are cameras made specifically for the metal industry and suitable for temperature measurements on metals due to their short measuring wavelengths of 500 nm, 800 nm and 1 um, since metal surfaces have the highest radiation intensity and emissivity at higher temperatures and short measuring wavelengths. With their high maximum image frequency of 1kHz these cameras can be used for very fast processes.

Optris PI 1M Thermal Imaging Camera

  •  Thermal imaging solution for the metals industry.
  • Industrial thermal imaging camera with 764 x 480 pixels for precise temperature measurement of 450°C to 1800°C
  • Interchangeable optics – change the field of view to suit the application
  • Miniature design and metal body with robust construction for industrial processes
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Optris thermal camera

Optris PI 05M Thermal Imaging Camera for Molten Metals

  • High-resolution thermal imaging solution for the metals industry.
  • Industrial thermal imaging camera with 764 x 480 pixels for exact temperature measurement of 900°C to 2450°C.
  • Interchangeable optics – change the field of view to suit the application
  • Miniature design and metal body with robust construction for industrial purposes

Optris PI 08M Thermal Imaging Camera for Laser Application

  • Special narrow-band spectral response at 800nm ideal for almost all NIR and CO2 laser processing applications.
  • Wide measurement range 575 °C to 1900 °C without sub-ranges.
  • High dynamic CMOS detector with up to 764 x 480 pixels resolution
  • Up to 1 kHz frame rate for fast processes
  • Real-time analog output with 1 ms response time
Optris thermal camera

License Free Software for Thermal imaging Cameras.
All of the PI infrared cameras offer fully radiometric video recording and snapshot functions through our free comprehensive software package PIX Connect (previously PI Connect). The software will run on any Windows PC and is provided completely free of charge with your camera.

Extensive Catalogue

Process Parameters offer an extensive range of components to complement the products mentioned in this catalogue. This includes Thermocouple Connectors, Thermocouple Cables, RTD Cables, Adjustable Compression Fittings, Thermowells / Pockets, Temperature Transmitters, USB and WIFI Data Loggers to name but a few.