temperature mapping system

Introducing Temperature Mapping, powered by I-Scan™

Tekscan has enhanced the I-Scan™ platform with a new thin-film temperature mapping capability, enabling you to capture detailed temperature distribution across a surface—or in between two surfaces where thermal cameras can’t.

This innovative solution integrates I-Scan software and electronics with a thin-film temperature sensor to deliver precise, high-resolution thermal analysis in an easy-to-use format. The trimmable sensor can be used on its own or, depending on your selected package, paired with a Tekscan pressure mapping sensor—allowing you to collect thermal and/or pressure data for deeper insights into product performance and process optimization.

Key Benefits

Measure Where Thermal Cameras Can’t

  • Accurately measure temperature in moving components, enclosed spaces, and multi-layer materials – even inside sealed machinery and rotating rollers where infrared cameras fail. Whether you're working with enclosed machinery, rotating equipment, or multi-layer assemblies, Tekscan’s temperature sensing system delivers real-time, dynamic, spatial insight into thermal behavior.

Not Sensitive to Emissivity

  • Unlike infrared cameras, which require emissivity adjustments for accurate readings, our temperature mapping sensors provide precise, direct-contact measurements regardless of material properties.

Visualize Thermal Propagation

  • Identify how heat moves through a surface and pinpoint critical area for optimization in product design, material selection, and process control.
  

Comprehensive Data Insights

  • Capture high-resolution, real-time temperature distribution across a surface for deeper analysis.

Streamline Data Collection

  • Eliminate the hassle of applying multiple thermocouples on a surface in favor of multiple sensing points (192) contained within a single, trimmable sensor.

Correlate Pressure & Temperature

  • Overlay with I-Scan Pressure Mapping to reveal critical relationships between pressure and temperature affecting product performance and reliability.

Seamless Integration with I-Scan

  • Works with the existing I-Scan 9.5 platform, allowing easy adoption for users already familiar with Tekscan pressure mapping technology.

Technology of a Temperature Mapping System

Sensors

Matrix Sensor

  • Thin, flexible, and trimmable: The new T800 temperature sensor provides direct surface contact for accurate, high-resolution temperature mapping. 

  • High resolution: Sensor with 192 sensing points in a 16x12 array across a 0-120°C range.

  • Measure temperature in tight spots - Unlike thermal cameras, it works in enclosed, obstructed, or reflective environments, making it ideal for complex applications.

Electronics

Evolution Handle

  • Works with Existing Hardware: Designed to work with Tekscan Evolution handle.

  • Simple Connection: Data is captured and relayed to the software on your PC via a USB cable.

  • Dual Use: Single system works either temperature and pressure sensor or add a second device to use both simultaneously.

Software

  • Real-time temperature - Visualization Displays dynamic temperature distribution maps in both live and recorded mode for detailed analysis.

  • Simultaneous Temperature & Pressure Mapping - When enabled, users can map, compare, and correlate temperature and pressure distribution across a surface.

  • Compare pressure and temperature trends over time to uncover critical correlations in material behavior and process performance.

Temperature Mapping Software

Temperature Sensor Software over Time GraphTemperature Sensor Software over Time Graph

I-Scan software enabled for Temperature Mapping provides real-time temperature mapping and visualization for deeper analysis. Built on Tekscan’s I-Scan 9.5 platform, it offers customizable heatmaps, streamlined calibration, and intuitive tools for efficient and accurate data analysis.

Software Features

  • Simultaneous Temperature & Pressure Mapping: When enabled, users can map, compare, and correlate temperature and pressure distribution across a surface.
  • Real-time temperature Visualization: Displays dynamic temperature distribution maps in both live and recorded mode for detailed analysis.
  • Graph and Overlay Pressure & Temperature: Compare pressure and temperature trends over time to uncover critical correlations in material behavior and process performance.
  • User-Friendly Interface: Runs on Tekscan’s I-Scan 9.5 software, ensuring a familiar easy-to-use workflow for existing users.
  • Unique Temperature Gradient Scale: Provides customized heatmaps to enhance visualization and analysis of thermal data.
  • Streamlined Calibration Routine: Ensures accurate, repeatable measurements with an intuitive setup process. *(Laboratory-Grade Hot Plates Available for Calibration as optional accessory)

Applications

energy storage
Energy Storage   
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Automotive  
  • Analyze thermal distribution in battery cells, modules, and packs during charge/ discharge cycles to identify hot spots
  • Assess the effectiveness of insulation layers for thermal management 
  • Evaluate heat shield performance to optimize thermal protection in vehicles
  • Assess electronic heating systems in EVs for efficient cabin climate control
  • Monitor thermal dissipation in engines and high-temperature components
   
packaging
Packaging and Manufacturing
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Electronics & Semiconductor
  • Validate heat uniformity in sealing bars during machine setup to ensure consistent seals in packaging applications
  • Measure temperature consistency in nip rolls for laminating and converting processes
  • Measure heat dissipation efficiency between components and heat sinks
  • Evaluate temperature uniformity during wafer manufacturing for semiconductor reliability

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