The 8889 Digital Mini Gun Infrared Thermometer is a compact non-contact thermometer that reads surface temperature from -40 to 500 degrees C using a built-in laser to aim at the target. Non-contact measurement is valuable where touching the surface is impractical or unsafe, such as hot asphalt, moving machinery or food, and the gun's small size lets it reach into tight places that a larger instrument cannot.

The 8889 Digital Mini Gun Infra Red Thermometer takes readings by pointing the laser pointer at the object and uses a distance to spot ratio of 10:1, so it stays accurate on more distant targets, with a quick response time of 500 ms. The built-in 670 nm laser complies with FDA Class II. Resolution is 0.1 degrees C and repeatability is plus or minus 1 degree C. Accuracy is plus or minus 2% or 2 degrees C, whichever is greater, between -20 and 200 degrees C, and plus or minus 3% or 3 degrees C at other temperatures. Emissivity is selectable across three points for simple setup.

The 8889 is operated one-handed with an ergonomic grip and a backlit display, measures 44 x 40 x 170 mm, weighs around 140 g and runs on a single 9V battery. It is used for food preparation, safety and fire inspection, plastics moulding, asphalt, marine and screen printing, ink and dryer temperature checks, and diesel and fleet maintenance. It is supplied by BAMR, South Africa's authorised distributor of precision measurement and inspection instruments.