RCN Series Blackbody

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The RCN series high temperature cavity blackbodies are reference sources designed for precise infrared calibration. With a temperature range up to 1350°C, they provide exceptional uniformity and high emissivity, making them ideal for calibrating sensors like thermal imagers, pyrometers, SWIR to LWIR cameras, and more. They are also perfect for emissivity measurements, spectral transmission measurements, and more.

HIGH TEMPERATURE CAVITY BLACKBODIES

RCN High-Temperature Cavity Blackbodies with CoolSpeed Technology

The RCN series high-temperature cavity blackbodies provide a versatile reference source up to 1350 °C, with aperture diameters up to 50 mm and an optional aperture/filter wheel. Designed for operator safety and optimized cavity performance, they deliver exceptional spatial and angular uniformity and high emissivity across a broad spectral range from visible to far IR. Equipped with exclusive CoolSpeed Technology, RCN blackbodies cut cooling times in half while maintaining high stability, fast warm-up, and precise calibration, making them ideal for IR sensor, thermal imager, pyrometer, and camera calibration in both research and industrial production environments.

Specifications

RCN High Temperature Cavity Blackbodies Specs
Specification RCN1250 N1 RCN1350 N1 RCN1050 N2 RCN1250 N2
Aperture Diameter 25 mm 25 mm 50 mm 50 mm
Temperature Range 50°C to 1250°C 50°C to 1350°C 50°C to 1050°C 50°C to 1250°C
Cavity Uniformity (at 900°C) 2°C over 25 mm 2°C over 25 mm 4°C over 38 mm 4°C over 38 mm
Emissivity / Apparent Emissivity > 0.99 ± 0.01 over [3–5 µm], 0.98 ± 0.02 over [8–12 µm] / 1.00
Stability Better than 0.1°C
Aperture / Filter Wheel 12-position manual 12-position manual N.A. N.A.
Temperature Sensor Accuracy ±1.5°C up to 600°C, ±0.25% T above ±1.5°C up to 600°C, ±0.25% T above ±1.5°C up to 600°C, ±0.25% T above ±1.5°C up to 600°C, ±0.25% T above
Display Resolution 0.01°C
Warm-up Time (from ambient to Tmax) 75 min.
Head Dimensions (W × H × D) 283 × 300 × 405 mm
Head Weight 16 kg
Electronic Unit Size 2U × 19’’
Electronic Unit Weight 8 kg
Max Power Consumption 1800 W
Power Supply 90–260 VAC, 1ph., 50/60 Hz
Remote Control Ethernet, RS232, IEEE488

Its stable, uniform output and precise temperature control make it ideal for calibrating infrared cameras and spectrometers, ensuring accurate and reliable thermal measurements.

Calibration of Thermal Sensors

Delivers precise, uniform thermal radiation to characterize material emissivity, enabling accurate analysis of heat absorption and emission properties.

Material Emissivity Testing

Designed for rugged environments, it supports sensor validation on aircraft, satellites, and defense systems, providing consistent reference temperatures across all operating conditions.

Aerospace & Defense Testing

Compact and reliable, it provides a consistent reference for infrared cameras and remote sensing instruments, enhancing the accuracy of environmental and industrial thermal measurements.

Infrared Imaging & Remote Sensing

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