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SPOT AL - Aluminium Production and Processing Application Pyrometer

The SPOT AL is an advanced non-contact infrared pyrometer providing a single sensor solutions for aluminium production and processing industries.

Overview +

SPOT AL EQS - Aluminium Extrusion, Quench and Strip

A highly accurate and stable digital pyrometer, SPOT AL uses AMETEK Land’s cutting-edge SPOT technology and unique, advanced data-processing algorithms to measure aluminium temperature in extrusion (E), quench (Q), strip (S), forming/forging (F), forming/forging of higher magnesium alloys (F Mg) and liquid (L) applications.

Two versions of the SPOT AL are available, the SPOT AL version offers a measurement range of 200 °C (392 °F) to 800 °C (1472 °F) and offers six measurement modes (E, Q, S, F, F Mg and L). The SPOT AL LT (Low Temp) - 150-700 °C / 302-1292 °F for modes E, Q and S, and 130-700 °C / 266-1292 °F for F and F Mg.

The dedicated pre-set algorithms provide the most accurate digital temperature readings of low and variable emissivity aluminium. This ensures optimised press speed and high-quality products with minimal scrap.

The SPOT AL integrates easily with control systems to enable optimisation of the press or mill with data also made immediately available via the rear display on the instrument or via a web server. A video camera within the pyrometer, the focus distance and other features can be accessed and configured locally or remotely.

Combining Ethernet, Modbus TCP, video, analogue, and alarm outputs in a single device, the SPOT AL is designed specifically to measure the temperature of aluminium in a range of processing applications.

CUSTOM-APPLICATION MEASUREMENTS
The dedicated algorithms were developed from extensive trials in real plant environments. Fully focusable high-quality optics and a high speed 15ms response combine to provide measurements on detailed extruded profiles.

POWERFUL SOFTWARE SUPPORT

SPOTViewer software gives small installations the added benefits of remote monitoring and algorithm tuning; for larger installations we recommend using SPOTPro for configuration, display and data logging of up to 40 pyrometers and actuators plus the ability to customise algorithms for a newly added aluminium grade.

Providing the user with a complete overview of all the SPOT pyrometers and actuators connected to the network, SPOTPro allows you to independently configure data logging for each pyrometer using automatic triggers for data storage. SPOTPro also allows users to compare live and recorded data to historical trends to diagnose process issues.

SPOT AL MODES

ALGORITHM	MODE DESCRIPTION	EMISSIVITY	SPOT AL	SPOT AL LT
E	Extrusion	Low	✔ 200 -800 °C / 392-1472 °F	✔ 150-700 °C / 302-1292 °F
Q	Quench	Low to Medium	✔ 200 -800 °C / 392-1472 °F	✔ 150-700 °C / 302-1292 °F
S	Strip	Low to Medium	✔ 200 -800 °C / 392-1472 °F	✔ 150-700 °C / 302-1292 °F
F	Forming / Forging	Medium	✔ 200 -800 °C / 392-1472 °F	✔ 130-700 °C / 266-1292 °F
F Mg	High Magnesium Alloy	Medium	✔ 200 -800 °C / 392-1472 °F	✔ 130-700 °C / 266-1292 °F
L	Liquid	Low	✔ 200 -800 °C / 392-1472 °F	✘

The SPOT AL is AMETEK Land’s specialist solution for non-contact temperature measurements in aluminium production and processing industries

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APPLICATION NOTE
TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENTS IN ALUMINIUM PRODUCTION AND PROCESSING INDUSTRIES
AMETEK Land offers multiple solutions for the complex temperature measurement of aluminium. Our products meet the highest standards of quality and reliability to ensure accurate performance under plant operating conditions. Read More >

Specifications +

	SPOT AL	SPOT AL LT (Low Temp)
Measurement Range:	200 - 800 °C / 392-1472 °F - E, Q, S, F, F Mg, L	130 -700 °C / 266 -1292 °F - F, F Mg 150-700 °C / 302-1292 °F - E, Q, S
Measurement Accuracy:	± 5 °C at 200 °C, ± 2 °C or 0.25% K at 300 °C and above (extrusion and quench) ± 5 °C or ±0.5 %K (lubricated strip, forming/forging and liquid metal)	± 5 °C at 150 °C, ± 2 °C or 0.25% K at 300 °C and above (extrusion and quench) ± 5 °C or ±0.5 %K (lubricated strip, forming/forging)
Repeatability:	±3 °C at 200 °C, ±1 °C at 300 °C and above (extrusion and quench), ± 5 °C (lubricated strip, forming/forging and liquid metal)	±3 °C at 150 °C, ±1 °C at 300 °C and above (extrusion and quench), ± 5 °C (lubricated strip, forming/forging)
Resolution:	0.1 °C
Noise:	5 °C at 200 °C, <0.5 °C at 300 °C and above	5 °C at 150 °C, <0.5 °C at 300 °C and above
Detector Type:	Application specific selected range of narrow wavelength bands designed to optimise temperature accuracy measurement of Aluminium
Sealing:	IP65
Response Time:	Adjustable 15 ms to 10 s
Interfaces:	2x 0/4 - 20 mA Output, 4 - 20 mA Input, Digital CMD In and CMD Out, Ethernet (TCP-IP, Modbus TCP, DHCP, http, udp, ICMP)
Processing Functions:	Peak/Valley Picking, Averager, Modemaster, CMD In sampling or LED control, CMD Out alarms, emissivity output or actuator control
Power Requirement:	Power over Ethernet or 24 to 30 V DC at the instrument
Display:	Local display with image streaming
Software:	Live configuration and temperature display on any web browser. Freely downloadable SPOTViewer software with datalogging, live and historical data trending plus remote image capture; SPOTPro software available for use with multiple SPOT pyrometers
Languages:	Integrated multiple language selections: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazilian), Japanese, Chinese (simplified Mandarin), Korean, Russian, Polish
Field of View:	60:1 to 90%	30 :1
Mounting:	Full range of mountings and accessories available
Ambient Temp Range:	5 - 60 °C / 41 - 140 °F specified, 0-70 °C / 32 - 158 °F operating before cooling required	0 - 45 °C / 32 - 113 °F operating before cooling required
Focus Range:	300 mm / 11.8 to infinity, locally or remotely adjusted	Nominal target spot diameter 10mm at 300mm focus; 17mm at 500mm focus; 33mm at 1m focus. Twice nominal target area is recommended.
Sighting:	Integrated video with local display and remote image capture. Patented pulsed Green LED focus pattern confirmation
Inputs:	4 - 20 mA Input, 24 V DC CMD In, Ethernet, (TCP-IP, Modbus TCP, DHCP, http, udp, ICMP)
Outputs:	2x 0/4 - 20 mA, CMD Out relay, Ethernet (TCP-IP, Modbus TCP, DHCP, http, udp, ICMP)
Settings:	Configure locally using the thermometer interface or remotely (using the Webserver, SPOTViewer, or SPOTPro). Emissivity, mode, current output range, alarm logic output and thresholds, network settings, focus and LED, language and user name
Warranty:	36 Months

*Measurements within specification over 5-95% of range.

For further technical specification information please refer to the specific product brochure within the Documentation section below.

Documentation +
Videos +
- SPOT AL: An Advanced Non-contact Infrared Pyrometer
  
  The SPOT AL is an advanced non-contact infrared pyrometer providing a single sensor solutions for aluminium production and processing industries.
- Advances In Non-Contact Aluminium Temperature Measurement
  
  Learn about next generation pyrometry for Aluminium temperature measurements for Extruders and Hot Rolling Mills. Advances in features and operational performance help production of higher specification products for the ever-demanding aluminium market.
- Advances in Non-contact Temperature Measurement for Aluminium Extruders
  
  Presented by Richard Gagg, Global Industry Manager – Metals.

Software / Firmware +
- SPOT Pyrometer Firmware - V1021.2
  
  Release Date: 23/08/2019 - Release Notes: Firmware update to improves transient suppression on SPOT R210s and AL EQS instruments and other bug fixes, and supports SPOT GS.
  
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- SPOTPro - Version 1.1.0 - FREE TRIAL
  
  Release Date: 11/12/2020
  
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- SPOTViewer - Version 5.2.0- FREE DOWNLOAD
  
  Release Date: 11/12/2020
  
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Related Applications +
- Billet
  
  The Aluminium Billet Thermometer (ABT) and SPOT AL pyrometer provide fast, accurate temperature measurements for the surface of billets, reducing die wear, improving press efficiency and increasing product consistency.
  
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- Extrusion
  
  The SPOT AL pyrometer uses pre-set, customisable algorithms to make aluminium temperature measurements throughout the extrusion process. Integrates with control systems, it ensures reliability and minimises scrap.
  
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- Quench
  
  The SPOT AL pyrometer is suitable for critical quench exit measurements, verifying the cooling rate to ensure the correct hardness and tensile strength is maintained in the alloys.
  
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- Reheat / Slab Heat
  
  Before hot rolling, the aluminium slabs must be heated up in the reheat furnace. The SPOT AL provides the precision measurement at the furnace exit to ensure correct heating.
  
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- Rolling Mill
  
  Aluminium is reduced to the required uniform thickness at the rolling mill, and any necessary surface finish is applied before coiling. Temperature monitoring is essential to optimise the process, and detect potential mill breakdown problems.
  
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- Preheating and Forging
  
  Before forging, a blank is preheated to temperatures typically around 550 °C (932 °F), depending on the alloy used. It is then worked between flat or shaped dies to produce the desired forged product.
  
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- Liquid Aluminium Processing
  
  This is a fast, reliable and efficient heating application which can be used for many purposes, including forging, mounting, coating, or heat treating. It is important to ensure the metal is heated to a certain temperature window, to ensure the desired properties.
  
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- Induction Heating
  
  This is a fast, reliable and efficient heating application which can be used for many purposes, including forging, mounting, coating, or heat treating. It is important to ensure the metal is heated to a certain temperature window, to ensure the desired properties.
  
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- Mounting / Shrinking
  
  Mounting/shrinking is commonly used in metals applications to fit a component in or around another. It involves heating a part to expand it, then cooling – this requires a fast, accurate temperature measurement to closely control the heating process and prevent overheating that could damage the part.
  
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- Preheating for Bending
  
  To make aluminium easier to bend and shape without breaking, it is often heated first. Temperature measurement ensures that the metal is adequately heated to bend easily, while also safeguarding against heat damage to the aluminium or unexpected material thickness.
  
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- Preheating for Coating
  
  Heat is often used to apply a surface coating to an aluminium part. If the metal is insufficiently heated, the coating may not correctly adhere to the component, or may not bond in a uniform way. However, if it is too hot, the coating may be damaged. So, accurate temperature monitoring is needed to ensure the heating process is controlled.
  
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  The SPOT Actuator provides remotely controlled target alignment of a SPOT pyrometer for industrial processing applications.
  
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- SPOT
  
  SPOT is a family of fully featured, high performance pyrometers for fixed non-contact infrared spot temperature measurements. Available in range of operating wavelengths, temperature ranges and process requirements.
  
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- SPOTViewer
  
  A free PC utility for SPOT infrared pyrometers, allowing configuration, display and logging of data.
  
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- SPOTPro
  
  SPOTPro, an advanced software utility, provides a single control point to configure, store and view data for up to 40 SPOT infrared pyrometers.
  
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