
Compact Non-Contact Infrared 
Temperature Sensor/Transmitter
OS137  
shown smaller 
than actual size.
OS137 Series
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Optional
U 3 Temperature Ranges Available: 
OS137-1: 0 to 100°C (32 to 212°F) 
OS137-2: -18 to 260°C (0 to 500°F) 
OS137-3: -18 to 538°C (0 to 1000°F)
U Sensor and Transmitter Combined 
U Adjustable Emissivity 
U Adjustable Alarm Setpoint and Output 
U Packaged in a 25 mm (1.0") OD by 
127 mm (5.0") Long Stainless Steel 
NEMA 4 (IP65) Rated Housing
U 10:1 Optical Field of View 
U 4 to 20 mA, 0 to 5 Vdc, 0 to 10 Vdc, 
10 mV/Deg, and Type K Thermocouple 
Outputs Available
The OMEGA® compact high performance industrial 
infrared sensor/transmitter model OS137 provides 
variety of features and options packaged into a small 
stainless steel housing. The standard features are 
adjustable emissivity, 10 to 1 optical field of view, 
adjustable alarm set point and voltage output to drive 
external relays, and 6 pre-selected analog outputs  
that can easily be interfaced to all meters, controllers, 
data loggers, recorders, computer boards, and PLCs. 
The unit comes with 2 hex nuts, 1.8 m (6') shielded 
cable for power and output connections, and complete 
operator’s manual.
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Refer to accessories chart on next page for NIST calibration 
ordering information.
(INCH)
0.65'' @ 0'' 
1.6 cm @ 0 
Compact stainless steel 
NEMA 4 housing.
2.9 
1.7 
3.0 
5.0 
7.0 
10:1 
9.0 
(INCH)
4.1 
11.0 
5.3 
13.0 
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Specifications
CNi8DH shown actual size.
Temp Range:
 OS137-1: 0 to 100°C (32 to 212°F) 
 OS137-2: -18 to 260°C (0 to 500°F) 
 OS137-3: -18 to 538°C (0 to 1000°F) 
Accuracy: 1.5% rdg or 3.5°F (2°C) 
whichever is greater
Repeatability: 1% rdg or 2°F (1°C) 
Field of View: 10 to 1 
Spectral Response: 5 to 14 microns 
Emissivity: 0.4 to 1.0, adjustable via a 
single turn pot 
Response Time: 150 msec, 0 to 63% of 
final value
Outputs:
 -MA: 4 to 20 mA
 -V1: 0 to 5 Vdc
 -V2: 0 to 10 Vdc
 -K: K thermocouple
 -MVF: 10 mV/°F
 -MVC: 10 mV/°C
Alarm Output: Voltage, 100 mA drive
Connect your OS137 to a precision controller model CNi8DH, sold 
separately.
SM
Alarm Set Point: 0 to 100 % adj,  
set via pot
Power: 12 to 24 Vdc @ 50 mA 
Operating Temperature:
 With No Cooling: 0 to 70°C 
 With Water Cooling: 0 to 200°C 
 With Air Cooling: 0 to 110°C 
Operating Relative Humidity:  
Less than 95% RH, non-condensing
OMEGACARESM extended warranty program 
is available for models shown on this page. 
Ask your sales representative for full details 
when placing an order. OMEGACARE 
covers parts, labor and equivalent loaners.
Extended Warranty
Program
SM 
Housing: Stainless steel,  
NEMA 4 (IP65) 
Dimensions: 25.4 OD x 127 mm L  
(1 x 5")
Weight: 226 g (0.5 lb) 
LASER SIGHTING 
Wavelength (Color): 630-670 nm (red) 
Operating Distance: Up to 9.1 m (30') 
Max Laser Power Output: 
Less than 1 mW 
European Classification:  
Class 2, EN60825-1/11.2001 
FDA Classification: Class II, complies 
with 21 CFR 1040.10
Laser Beam Diameter: Less than 5 mm 
Beam Divergence: Less than 2 mrad 
Power Switch: Slide switch on the 
battery pack
Power Indicator: Red LED 
Caution and Certification Label: 
Located on the head circumference 
Aperture and Identification Label: 
Located on the head circumference
 To Order Visit omega.com/os137 for Pricing and Details
 Model No.  Description 
 OS137-(*)-K  Infrared transmitter with K thermocouple output 
 OS137-(*)-MV-F  Infrared transmitter with 10 mV/°F output 
 OS137-(*)-MV-C  Infrared transmitter with 10 mV/°C output 
 OS137-(*)-MA  Infrared transmitter with 4 to 20 mA output 
 OS137-(*)-V1  Infrared transmitter with 0 to 5 Vdc output 
 OS137-(*)-V2  Infrared transmitter with 0 to 10 Vdc output
* Insert “1” for 0 to 100°C (32 to 212°F); Insert “2” for -18 to 260°C (0 to 500°F);  
Insert “3” for -18 to 538°C (0 to 1000°F).
Comes complete with two mounting nuts and operator’s manual. 
To order with longer power/output cable, up to 30 m (100'), add suffix “-(**)FT” to model 
number, and add an additional cost for each additional foot over 1.8 m (6'). 
** Specify length in feet. 
Ordering Examples: OS137-1-MA, infrared transmitter with temperature range of 0 to 100°C 
(32 to 212°F) and 4 to 20 mA output.
OCW-3, OMEGACARE 
OS137-1-V1 and CNi8DH33, infrared transmitter with temperature range of 0 to 100°C 
(32 to 212°F) and 0 to 5 Vdc output, and 1⁄8 DIN temperature controller. 
OS137-1-V1-26FT, OS137 with 26 feet of power/output cable.
SM 
extends standard 1-year warranty to a total of 4 years.
Accessories 
 Model No.  Description 
 OS137-MB  Mounting bracket 
 OS137-AP  Air purge collar 
 OS137-WC  Water/air cool jacket 
 OS137-LS††  Laser sighting 
 PSR-24S  Regulated power supply, 24 Vdc, 400 mA, screw terminal 
 PSR-24L  Regulated power supply, 24 Vdc, 400 mA, UL, stripped leads 
 PSR-24L-230  Regulated power supply, 24 Vdc, 400 mA, 6' cord with stripped leads, 230 Vac input, CE 
 PSU-93  Unregulated power supply, 16 to 23 Vdc, 300 mA max, screw terminal 
 CAL-3-IR†  NIST-traceable calibration
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OS137-LS laser sighting: 1 unit suitable for aligning multiple heads. Used during installation only.
Ordering Example: OS137-MB, mounting bracket.
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