Cole-Parmer 8205 Digital Phototachometer Instrument

Description

The Cole-Parmer 8205 Digital Phototach Meter is a handheld non-contact tachometer designed to accurately measure the rotational speed of motors, shafts, gears, fans, pumps, and other rotating equipment using a photoelectric sensing method. It provides fast and reliable RPM measurements for equipment inspection, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and machinery performance verification in industrial and laboratory environments. Commonly used in manufacturing plants, maintenance workshops, research laboratories, HVAC systems, and equipment service facilities. Maintenance technicians, engineers, and laboratory personnel use this instrument for machine diagnostics, speed verification, equipment calibration, and predictive maintenance programs.

Applications

The Cole-Parmer 8205 Digital Phototach Meter is used for non-contact rotational speed measurement of industrial machinery without physical contact with moving parts. Typical applications include measuring motor speed, conveyor rollers, pumps, blowers, mixers, centrifuges, laboratory equipment, and production machinery. The optical sensing technology allows safe and accurate RPM measurement while equipment remains in operation, making it suitable for maintenance inspections, quality control, and equipment commissioning.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Cole-Parmer
• Part Number: 8205
• Product Type: Digital Phototach Meter
• Measurement Method: Non-contact Photoelectric (Optical)
• Primary Measurement: Rotational Speed (RPM)
• Display Type: Digital LCD
• Application: Industrial and Laboratory Speed Measurement
• Measurement Target: Rotating Shafts, Motors, Fans, Pumps, Gears, Conveyors, Mixers, and Similar Equipment
• Operation: Handheld Portable Instrument
• Power Source: Battery Operated
• Function: Machine Speed Verification and Diagnostic Testing
• Features: Non-contact RPM measurement, portable design, fast response, optical sensing technology, and suitable for preventive maintenance and equipment troubleshooting.

Common Replacements

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