Touch-Free Measurement with the Infrared Thermometer
Infrared thermometers (IRTs) determine the temperature by measuring the thermal output of the eardrum or forehead. Infrared measurement is carried out without contact, which makes such hygienic devices excellent for use in hospitals and surgeries. The diagnostic instruments are available as infrared ear thermometers and infrared forehead thermometers and measure the heat emission of the eardrum or the forehead. Since a non-contact measurement with an infrared thermometer only takes a few seconds, this method is ideal for temperature determination in babies and Adults where non contontact is important