ELECTRIC FLIGHT U.K. - British Electric Flight Association
ELECTRIC FLIGHT U.K. - British Electric Flight Association
ELECTRIC FLIGHT U.K. - British Electric Flight Association
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New-2-U<br />
A Brief Round-up of New Items of Interest.<br />
If you are a manufacturer or retailer that has something new they want to<br />
share with the readers, please send details to the Editor (addresses on page 4).<br />
Pocket Infra-Red Thermometer<br />
This is a useful device that John A Thompson just discovered, which is a infra-red,<br />
contactless, thermometer. One use could be to check individual cells after charging<br />
or discharging, where any large discrepancy in temperature could be a problem.<br />
Another use is to ensure that your motor is not getting too hot during use, if you<br />
can see it you can measure the temperature.<br />
Just point it at the area to be checked, press the button and a large display will<br />
give the temperature within 1 second. It will also continue to display the<br />
temperature for 7 to 8 seconds.<br />
The measuring range is -30°C to +270°C (-22°F to 518°F) ± 2%. It can also be<br />
changed between Celsius and Fahrenheit by means of a switch in the battery<br />
compartment. The measuring beam has a length:width ratio of 6:1 allowing<br />
measurements to be taken at up to 30cm (12”) away from the object. A light is also<br />
incorporated which covers about the same angle as the IR beam so readings can be<br />
taken in awkward places.<br />
John bought his from CPC at www.cpc.co.uk or 0870 120 2530, and a catalogue<br />
will provide a wealth of interesting items at good prices. Delivery is exceptionally<br />
quick, usually next day and batteries are included.<br />
6 E.F.-U.K.
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