Looks like a handy gadget.

Do note though that the "temperature" depends on how it is interpreting what it senses. In particular, it is probably assuming a grey-body type emission curve and that it doesn't have unusual "emissivity" characteristics.

In general, emissivity is a function of temperature, material, surface roughness, etc., etc.

The camera is great for estimates of temperature differences.

8-14 µm wavelength band is probably appropriate for many materials at reasonable temperatures. But beware of reflections and remember that glass doesn't pass IR.



Good luck!

Cheers,
Scott.