IR-508

Cavity Blackbody Source

IR-508: Cavity Blackbody Source

Cavity Blackbody Source

The IR-508 is a compact, small-aperture cavity blackbody with a 0.25" opening. Optimized for applications requiring a point-like IR source with high emissivity and stable temperature control.

Technical Data

Full Specifications

Temperature Range 50°C – 1050°C
Emittance (W/cm² / Total W) 17.36 W/cm² (5.5 W)
Wavelength Range 0.5 – 99 µm
Emissivity >0.99
Emitter Size 0.25" (6.3 mm) cavity diameter
Source Type Cavity
Temperature Resolution 0.1°C
Calibration Accuracy ±0.2°C to NIST Standard
Stability (Short / Long Term) ±0.1°C / ±0.2°C
Response Time <30 minutes (50–1000°C)
Temperature Sensors Embedded 0.01% Matched Type S
Control Type Active Multi-Band P.I.D.
Line Voltage 90–125 or 208–240 VAC 50–60 Hz
Power Requirements 100 W max
Standard Apertures 0.1" (2.54 mm)
Cable Length 8 ft (2.4 m)
Dimensions – Source 3" Diam × 5.9"H × 4.9"D (76.2 × 150 × 125 mm)
Dimensions – Controller 5.1"H × 13.4"D × 12"W (130 × 340 × 304 mm)
Weight – Source 2.5 lbs
Weight – Controller 9 lbs (rack-mounted: 10 lbs)
Shipping Weight 1 box; 17 lbs
Remote Interface RS-232 or IEEE-488/GPIB
Warranty 2 years
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