
Lightweight and rugged, Monarch's PLS Pocket Stroboscope features silent cool-running LEDs that are extremely energy-efficient, providing up to 5 hours of operation on a single charge. The PLS offers a wide operating range of 30 to 300,000 flashes per minute for most industrial applications.
Includes: universal 115/230Vac
Monarch's PLS Pocket LED Stroboscope is a compact, rugged, lightweight device that provides a super bright, uniform light output for performing visual diagnostic inspection and RPM measurements. The silent cool-running LEDs are extremely energy-efficient providing up to 5 hours of operation on a single charge. A wide operating range of 30-300,000 flashes per minute covers most industrial applications. Additional features include external input for remote triggering or tachometer mode, pulse output, memory for up to 5 preset flash rates, NIST Calibration Certificate, tachometer mode for speed measurements up to 250,000 rpm using optional remote sensors, and TTL pulse output.
Features
- Energy-efficient with long battery life
- Lightweight and pocket-sized
- Extremely bright, uniform light
- Quiet, cool operation
- No lamp replacements
- Diagnostic inspection and RPM checks
- Digital backlit LCD
- Tripod mounting bushing (1/4-20)
- CE marked, RoHS compliant
- NIST Certificate included
- Intuitive one-hand operation
Specifications*
PLS Pocket LED Stroboscope | |
Display | LCD with 6 numeric 0.506 inch (12.85mm) high digits and 5 alphanumeric 0.282inch (7.11mm) high digits |
Indicators | Battery level, On Target, Select, TACH, and EXT icons |
Memory | The last setting before power down is remembered and restored on the next power-up; 5 user-settable memory locations |
Flash Duration | Adjustable 0.1 to 2500 microseconds or .1 to 18 degrees of rotation (auto adjusts with flash rate) |
Safety | This product is designed to be safe for indoor use following the conditions per IEC61010-1 |
Compliance | CE EN61326-1:2006 EMC 2004/108/EC |
Operating Temp | 32-104°F (0-40°C) |
Humidity | Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperature up to 88°F (31°C) decreasing linearly to 50% RH at 104°F (40°C) |
Input Power | Battery-powered: Internal Li-ion rechargeable batteries 3.6Vdc |
Light Source | 7 LED Array |
Light Output |
Average: 2000 Lux at 6000 FPM 12" from the lens, 2° duty cycle |
Color Temp | Approximately 6200°K |
Run Time | 5 hours typical at 6000 FPM, and 2.8° pulse width with fully charged batteries |
Charge Time | 4-5 hours typical with the supplied charger |
Weight | 0.6 lbs (0.27kg) including batteries |
Dimensions | 7.75" x 2.75" x 2.3" (197 x 70 x 58 mm) |
Internal Mode | |
Flash Range | 30-300,000 FPM (Flashes per minute) 0.5 to 5000Hz |
Flash Rate Accuracy | 0.005% of setting or ± last digit |
Flash Rate Resolution | 0.01 to 1 FPM (menu selectable), 0.1 FPM resolution above 9,999.99 FPM, 1 FPM resolution above 99,999.9 |
External Modes | |
Flash Range | 0-300,000 FPM (Flashes Per Minute) 0.5 to 5000Hz |
Tachometer Mode | 30 to 300,000 RPM |
Accuracy | ±0.005% of reading or ± last digit |
Display Update Rate | 0.5 second typical above 120 RPM |
Trigger to Flash Delay | ~15 µsec |
External Input | 2.5V to 12V peak pulse 500 nanoseconds min pulse width, positive or negative edge-triggered (menu selectable) |
Display Update Rate | Instantaneous |
Output Pulse | 3V pulse; one pulse per flash in internal mode, mimics input pulse in external mode |
Time Base | Ulta-stable crystal oscillator |
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Here’s what you’ll receive upon delivery:
PLS Pocket LED Stroboscope (6235-010) includes:
Pocket Laser Tach strobe with universal 115/230 recharger
- Documentation: operation manual, product registration card, and NIST Calibration Certificate
PLS Pocket LED Stroboscope Kit (6235-011) includes:
Pocket Laser Tach strobe with universal 115/230 recharger
- Documentation: operation manual, product registration card, and NIST Calibration Certificate
- Ships in standard carry case with die-cut foam insert
PLS Pocket LED Kit Plus with ROLS (6235-012) includes:
Pocket Laser Tach strobe with universal 115/230 recharger and ROLS-P Remote Optical Laser Sensor, 5-ft. long/0.5 width T-5 Reflective Tape
- Documentation: operation manual, product registration card, and NIST Calibration Certificate
- Ships in standard carry case with die-cut foam insert
Shipping Codes for the PLS Pocket Strobe:
Harmonized Tariff Code: 902920600
Country of Origin: US
Export Control Classification Number (ECCN): EAR99
Application Notes
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