The I-care Infrared Phototach is a robust, self-contained speed tracking sensor specifically optimized for machinery diagnostics and phase analysis. Traditional optical tachometers often suffer from measurement drops or false readings when exposed to bright outdoor glare or industrial lighting overhead. The I-care tachometer overcomes this with an advanced infrared core that remains highly immune to ambient light anomalies. It emits a narrow, visible red light beam that makes precise physical alignment with reflective tape quick and intuitive for the technician.
The package is engineered out-of-the-box for industrial portability, featuring a strong magnetic bracket for quick positioning alongside shafts, pulleys, or couplings. It is equipped with a 2-meter fixed cable and an additional 3-meter extension cable, drawing power directly from the host analyzer or wireless module without requiring a standalone battery pack. Capable of measuring precise rotational speeds from up to three feet away, this sensor accurately processes fast transactions up to 20,000 RPM, feeding valuable data directly into predictive health software.
To help you seamlessly integrate speed tracking into your predictive route collection, I-care engineers are available to provide professional support. Our experts offer technical advice on establishing cross-channel phase baselines and proper reflective target placement on high-speed couplings. By utilizing the original I-care Infrared Phototach and following I-care’s engineering guidance, you ensure that machine speed variability is perfectly captured and factored into your balance and structural resonance diagnostics.
