(INDEPENDENCE, Iowa – December 27, 2007) – Q3 Innovations, LLC, manufacturers of the FDA 510(k) cleared AlcoHAWK digital alcohol breath screeners, RadarHAWK™ series of wireless radar detectors and the UV HAWK™ line of UV meters, announces the release of 4 new units to the ThermoHAWK™ series of touchless infrared thermometers.  The pen-sized ThermoHAWK™ 220 and 420 and the handheld ThermoHAWK™ Pro 630 and 632 are non-contact infrared thermometers utilizing and expanding on current measurement technology to quickly and accurately measure an object’s surface temperature at the touch of a button.

Ideal for testing surface areas in the garage, workshop, kitchen or office, the uses for ThermoHAWK™ devices are almost endless!

The ThermoHAWK™ 220 and 420 have take the proven performance of the 200 and 400 units and upgraded the design to make it even more compact and user-friendly, meanwhile, the ThermoHAWK™ Pro 630 and 632 are hand-held gun style thermometers that offer testing at greater distances and higher temperatures.

Other ThermoHAWK™ advantages include:

  • No Contact Necessary. Simply point the ThermoHAWK™ within a short distance from the spot you want to measure and press the ‘test’ button.
  • Fast Response Time. The ThermoHAWK™ units will measure the temperature of a surface in as little as half a second.
  • Accuracy. The margin of error using the ThermoHAWK™ is less than 2.5 percent.
  • Measurement range. 220 and 420 units have varied ranges from -27°F to 428°F, while the 630 and 632 are capable of measuring temperatures from -4°F to 930°F.
  • Display. All ThermoHAWK™ units have a digital temperature reading in either Fahrenheit or Celsius.

“The new ThermoHAWK™ 220 and 420 units help to diversify the product line and allow customers to have a selection of units to choose from, while the ThermoHAWK™ Pro Series was developed in response to consumer need for affordable, reliable, professional laser point thermometers making testing of very hot surfaces much easier and safer for the consumer,” said Brian Eddy, Chief Executive Officer at Q3 Innovations, LLC. The ThermoHAWK™ 220 (MSRP, $39.99), 420 (MSRP, $49.99), ThermoHAWK™ Pro 630 (MSRP, $39.99), 632 (MSRP, $44.99) are now available to all consumers and distributors.

Q3 Innovations ThermoHAWK 200 Infrared Thermometer

In my mind I have two classifications of gadgets: ones that are tools and ones that are toys. Most of my favorite gadgets are both.

In preparation for a upcoming review, I needed to buy an infrared thermometer. I debated buying one of these “touchless” thermometers a few years ago, but eschewed the idea because the few available for consumers were expensive, bulky and rather ugly. Professional models, like the Fluke 63, were less unsightly but even more expensive and cumbrous. [Full Story]

Source: The Gadgeteer – Q3 Innovations ThermoHAWK 200 Infrared Thermometer – May 9, 2007

ThermoHAWK reviewed by ASE Labs

January 30th, 2007

ThermoHawk 200

ASE Labs is known for its computer specific reviews. It is with great pleasure that I want to announce that ASE Labs will be venturing into the consumer electronics area as well as computers. With that, here is the first of many reviews that will show you interesting new technologies and cool gadgets.

Thermohawk sent a nifty tool that allows you instantly get temperature readings without touching the surface of the object. This technology is known as IR temperature sensing or a laser thermometer. It is very useful for getting a handle of the temperature inside your computer system and different surfaces. [Full Story]

Source: ASE Labs – ThermoHawk 200 – January 30, 2007

ThermoHawk 200 Touchless Thermometer

With all of the computer hardware we review, it’s nice to occasionally get a cool gadget or two to review, to break up the format a little. Especially when the gadget is as cool and fun as the ThermoHawk 200 Touchless Thermometer. [Full Story]

Source: DevHardware.com – ThermoHawk 200 Touchless Thermometer – September 27, 2006

ThermoHAWK 200 Touchless Thermometer

Today, the world of professional quality personal safety and monitoring devices meets with the world of PC enthusiasts and modders. “How so”, you ask? Q3 Innovations, a maker of environmental sensors, (DOT/NHTSA/FDA) approved breathalyzers, and UV level indicators recently introduced a product series called the ThermoHAWK touchless thermometer. Today in the MTB Labs, we will be evaluating the ThermoHAWK 200, a pen-sized thermometer designed for a wide variety of applications. [Full Story]

Source: ModTheBox.com – ThermoHAWK 200 Touchless Thermometer – September 2, 2006

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