LumaSense Technologies MIKRON M345X12 - Manual (Page 9)

M345X12 Blackbody Manual Introduction 9
2 Introduction
The M345X12 is a large area precision blackbody calibration source for Test and Measurement
applications. Designed to satisfy the exacting parameters of infrared focal plane array detectors,
thermal imaging and FLIR systems testing in static and moving scene applications, the Mikron
M345X Series blackbody calibration sources combine fast slew rates, high emissivity and
unchallenged stability and uniformity. As part of an extensive range of general purpose and
primary standards for testing and calibrating a wide variety of IR devices, the M345X Series
embodies the accumulated expertise of more than 30 years of specialization in this discipline.
2.1 Installation
Install the blackbody emitter in the desired location that preferably has no moving air near the
emitter plate. Install the blackbody controller at the desired location keeping in mind the cable
lengths and cooling requirements.
When operating the emitter at temperatures cooler than the dew point, condensation will appear
on the surface of the blackbody. A nitrogen purge may be set up (by customer) that will keep a
blanket of dry nitrogen in front of the blackbody emitter plate. The flow rate must be low keep
blackbody uniformity intact.
2.2 Physical Unit Interface
Figure 1: Eurotherm controller
2.2.1 Front Panel Pushbuttons Descriptions
Page – Engages access to controller parameters. Do not alter any configurations.
Scroll – Engages access to menu items underneath the Page menu. Permits viewing
setpoint, output power.
Up/Down – Used to raise and lower the temperature setpoint.
BLACKBODY
TEMPERATURE
BLACKBODY
SETPOINT
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