1128 Thermocouple Catalog en
1128 Thermocouple Catalog en
Sensing Solutions
Catalogue
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................... 4
I SERIES
I1 SERIES – BASE METAL AND NOBLE METAL TC ELEMENTS............................................................................. 8
IA SERIES – ANGLE BASE METAL TC ELEMENT.................................................................................................. 9
IP SERIES – METAL ALLOY PROTECTION TUBES.............................................................................................. 10
I2 SERIES – BASE THERMOCOUPLE ELEMENT WITH STEEL THERMOCOUPLE PROTECTION TUBE.................... 11
I3 SERIES – ANGLE STEEL THERMOCOUPLE PROTECTION TUBE WITH BASE THERMOCOUPLE ELEMENT......... 12
I4 SERIES – MGO, BASE METAL TC METAL TC ELEMENTS................................................................................ 13
I5 SERIES – STRAIGHT MGO, BASE METAL TC ASSEMBLIES: REFRACTORY/PIPE REINFORCED ASSEMBLIES.. 14
I6 SERIES – ANGLED MGO, BASE METAL TC ASSEMBLIES: REFRACTORY/PIPE REINFORCED ASSEMBLIES...... 15
I7 SERIES – STRAIGHT MGO, BASE METAL TC ASSEMBLIES: REFRACTORY TUBE ASSEMBLIES....................... 16
I8 SERIES – ANGLED MGO, BASE METAL TC ASSEMBLIES: REFRACTORY TUBE ASSEMBLIES.......................... 17
I9 SERIES – STRAIGHT MGO, BASE METAL TC ASSEMBLIES: CAST IRON AND ENAMELED CAST IRON............ 18
I10 SERIES – ANGLED MGO, BASE METAL TC ASSEMBLIES: CAST IRON AND ENAMLED CAST IRON................ 19
QUICK TIPS............................................................................................................................ 20
T SERIES
T1 SERIES – THERMOCOUPLE PROTECTION TUBES (O’-SIALON, SIALON, PINNACLE, RFM AND SIC).............. 22
T2 SERIES – THERMOCOUPLE PROTECTION TUBES (PLAIN AND RED ENAMEL CAST IRON)............................. 24
M SERIES
M1 SERIES – MINERAL INSULATED THERMOCOUPLE ELEMENTS..................................................................... 25
M2 SERIES – MINERAL INSULATED ELEMENTS PLUG AND JACK STYLE........................................................... 26
M3 SERIES – MINERAL INSULATED ELEMENTS HEAD AND BLOCK................................................................... 27
M3B SERIES – THERMOCOUPLE SENSOR ASSEMBLY WITH HEAD AND NIPPLE................................................ 28
M3C SERIES – THERMOCOUPLE SENSOR ASSEMBLY WITH HEAD AND NIPPLE-UNION-NIPPLE........................ 29
M3D SERIES – THERMOCOUPLE SENSOR ASSEMBLY WITH HEAD AND BUSHING............................................ 30
M4 SERIES – MINERAL INSULATED THERMOCOUPLES WITH LEAD WIRE........................................................ 31
M5 SERIES – MINIATURE SENSORS FOR BEARING TEMPERATURE.................................................................. 32
P SERIES
P1 SERIES – GENERAL APPLICATION DIE THERMOCOUPLES........................................................................... 33
P2 SERIES – SPRING ADJUSTABLE BAYONET STYLE........................................................................................ 34
P3 SERIES – ARMOR ADJUSTABLE BAYONET STYLE........................................................................................ 35
P4 SERIES – THERMOCOUPLE EXTENSIONS................................................................................................... 36
RT SERIES
RT 901 SERIES – RESISTANCE TEMPERATURE DETECTORS (RTDS) SENSOR WITH NIPPLE-UNION-NIPPLE..... 37
RT 902 SERIES – RESISTANCE TEMPERATURE DETECTORS (RTDS) SENSOR WITH EXTENSION CABLE........... 38
RT 903 SERIES – RESISTANCE TEMPERATURE DETECTORS (RTDS) REPLACEMENT SENSOR........................... 39
RT 904 SERIES – RESISTANCE TEMPERATURE DETECTORS (RTDS) SENSOR ASSEMBLY WITH HEAD AND
NIPPLE-UNION-NIPPLE................................................................................................................................... 40
RT 905 SERIES – RESISTANCE TEMPERATURE DETECTORS (RTDS) SENSOR ASSEMBLY WITH HEAD AND
NIPPLE-UNION-NIPPLE................................................................................................................................... 41
TW SERIES............................................................................................................................. 42
TW 701 SERIES – THERMOWELLS: FLANGED STRAIGHT................................................................................. 42
TW 702 SERIES – THERMOWELLS: FLANGED TAPERED................................................................................... 43
TW 703 SERIES – THERMOWELLS: FLANGED STEPPED................................................................................... 44
TW 711 SERIES – THERMOWELLS: THREADED STRAIGHT.............................................................................. 45
TW 712 SERIES – THERMOWELLS: THREADED TAPERED................................................................................. 46
TW 713 SERIES – THERMOWELLS: THREADED STEPPED................................................................................. 47
TW 721 SERIES – THERMOWELLS: VANSTONE STRAIGHT............................................................................... 48
TW 722 SERIES – THERMOWELLS: VANSTONE TAPERED................................................................................. 49
TW 723 SERIES – THERMOWELLS: VANSTONE STEPPED................................................................................. 50
TW 731 SERIES – THERMOWELLS: WELD-IN................................................................................................... 51
A1 SERIES
A1 SERIES – THERMOCOUPLE ACCESSORIES AND WIRES.............................................................................. 52
THERMOCOUPLE PROTECTION TUBES................................................................................................. 54
THERMOCOUPLE PROTECTION TUBE MATRIX.................................................................................... 57
LETTER OF CALIBRATION...................................................................................................................... 58
TABLE 1 – TOLERANCES ON INITIAL VALUES OF EMF VS. TEMPERATURE FOR TCS....................... 59
TABLE 2 – SUGGESTED UPPER TEMPERATURE LIMITS FOR PROTECTED TC ................................... 60
THERMOCOUPLE ELEMENTS, JUNCTIONS AND SHEATHS ................................................................. 61
TABLE 3 – UNITED STATES COLOR CODES FOR SINGLE AND DUPLEX INSULATED TC WIRE........ 63
TABLE 4 – IEC COLOR CODES FOR INSULATED TC WIRE AND EXTENSION MATERIALS................ 64
TEMPERATURE CONVERSION TABLE..................................................................................... 65
INCH TO MILLIMETRE CONVERSION TABLE.......................................................................... 66
GLOSSARY OF TERMS............................................................................................................. 67
INTRODUCTION
Pyrotek® is a global engineering leader and innovator of performance-improving technical solutions, integrated systems design and
consulting services for customers in the aluminium industry. We have global resources and dependable local support in more than 35
countries with over 60 locations. Our products and solutions are in use around the world in automotive, aerospace, rail transportation
and high-tech manufacturing. Privately-owned since 1956, our deep-rooted values of integrity and collaborative problem-solving uphold
our mission to improve customer performance.
Our global manufacturing locations are available to readily supply our customers and provide local service and support. Our global sales
engineers are trained to assist in selecting the correct temperature measuring solutions for your typical and custom or specific application.
Refer to the Thermocouple Protection Tubes section of this catalog for material options and properties and to the following table for
information regarding primary aluminium and foundry process applications.
ANODE BAKE
LOCATION PYROTEK MODEL TC TYPE TCPT TYPE † AVERAGE LIFE QUANTITY USED
I2 series N Inconel 601 2–3 months 1 per flue opening
Firing frame—flue
I2 series S Re-SiC 12 months 1 per flue opening
I2 series N 310SS or 253 MA 1–2 months 1–4 per pit section
Firing frame—pit
I2 series N Inconel 601 2–3 months 1–4 per pit section
M2 series Not specified.
Temperature pressure
K Can use Inconel 601 2–4 months 1 per flue section
ramp exhaust I2 series to extend life
Exhaust mainifold M2 series K Not required 2–4 months Minimum 1 per manifold
Isotherm I9 series K Cast iron Single use Minimum 2 per section
ELECTROLYSIS POTS
Cryolite I2 series K Not required Multiple dips One per operator
Molten electrolyte bath Quick tips K Not necessary Multiple dips One per operator
CASTHOUSE (REMELT)
I9 series Cast Iron Plain
K 1–2 weeks 1–2 per furnace
T2 series Cast Iron Enamel
I5 series
I6 series K Pinnacle 1–2 months 1–2 per furnace
Immersion T1 series
I5 series
I6 Series K RFM 3–6 months 1–2 per furnace
T1 series
I2 series
I3 series K Inconel 601 7–9 months 1–2 per roof
IP series
Atmospheric
I4 series K Alumina 12 months 1–2 per roof
I4 series K Mullite 12 months 1–2 per roof
Sampling Quick tips K Not necessary Multiple dips One per operator
†Typical average operation life with proper maintenance practice.
*Not recommended in high solid impact environment.
FOUNDRY THERMOCOUPLES
Atmospheric Atmospheric Pressurized
Die / Mould Pressurized Immersion Thermocouple Thermocouple Immersion Die / Mould Immersion Atmospheric
Thermocouple Thermocouple Thermocouple Thermocouple Thermocouple Thermocouple
SAMPLING
Specially coated heat resistance
Quick tip K 1260°C (2300°F) Multiple dips
steel TC with lance
M2 series K MI element with plug / jack 1260°C (2300°F) Multiple dips
MI element with extension and
M4 series K 1260°C (2300°F) Multiple dips
plug / jack
M2 series K Sleeved and coated MI element 1260°C (2300°F) Multiple dips
with plug / jack
†Typical average operation life with proper maintenance practice.
Quick Tip P1 series M2 series with high-temp sleeve and coating P2 series
1 2 3 4 5 6
I1 — —
1 2 3 4 5
I1 — —
3. THERMOCOUPLE CALIBRATION
R Type R
S Type S
B Type B
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
IA — V — —
4. INSULATOR TYPE
V Oval Insulators
1 2 3 4 5 5.1
IP — — — —
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 9.1 10
I2 — V — — — —
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
I3 — V — — — —
1 2 3 4 5 6 6.1 7
I4 — — — —
Figure A Figure B
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8.1
I5 — — — — — —
Figure A Figure B
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 9.1
I6 — — — — — — —
PIN Pinnacle Cast 152, 305, 457, 610, 762, 914, 1219 00 MI Cable Extension Beyond Figure B
O’-Sialon/Silicon (6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 48) Thermocouple Protection Tube*
Carbide Protection Tube Special lengths are available. *For MI Cable Extension Option (Figure B), continue building part
number using boxes 7, 8, 9, and 9.1.
RSC SiC Protection Tube 305, 457, 610, 762, 914, 1219
(12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 48)
Figure A Figure B
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8.1
I7 — — — — — —
Figure A Figure B
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 9.1
I8 — — — — — — —
B100 Sialon B100 Ceramic 200, 300, 400, 460, 500, 600, 00 MI Cable Extension Beyond Figure B
Protection Tube, 28 x 16 650, 700, 750, 800, 850, 900, Thermocouple Protection Tube*
mm (1.1 x 0.63 in) OD x ID 1000 (8, 12, 16, 18, 20, 24, 26, *For MI Cable Extension Option (Figure B), continue building part
28, 30, 32, 34, 35, 39) number using boxes 7, 8, 9, and 9.1.
SIA Silicon Nitride 400, 500, 600, 700, 800, 900,
Thermocouple Protection 1000 (16, 20, 24, 28, 32, 35, 6. COLD LEG LENGTH – “CL” DIMENSION
(STEEL PIPE EXTENSION)
Tube, 28 x 16 mm 39, 47)
(1.1 x 0.63 in) OD x ID XX Enter the length in millimetres or inches.
For fractional lengths, enter 2(1/2) for 2-½ inches
Figure A Figure B
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 9.1 10
I9 — — — — — — —
Figure A Figure B
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10.1
I10 — — — — — — — —
CIP Uncoated Cast 305, 457, 610, 762, 914, 1219, 1372, 8. SCREW COVER HEAD OR EXTENSION
Iron Thermocouple 1524, 1676, 1829, 2438, 2743 (12, 18,
Protection Tube 24, 30, 36, 48, 54, 60, 66, 72, 96, 108) 41 Cast Aluminium Figure A
42 Cast Iron
CIR Red Enamel 305, 457, 610, 762, 914, 1219, 1372,
Coated Cast Iron 1524, 1676, 1829, 2438, 2743, 2235, 00 MI Cable Extension Beyond Figure B
Thermocouple 2438 (12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 48, 54, 60, Thermocouple Protection Tube*
Protection Tube 66, 72, 88, 96) *For MI Cable Extension Option (Figure B), continue building the
part number using boxes 8, 9, 10 and 10.1.
5. HOT LENGTH – “HL” DIMENSION
XX For the length order code, insert the whole millimetres (inches) 7. COLD LENGTH – “CL” DIMENSION (STEEL PIPE EXTENSION)
dimension from Box 4. Example: 120 for 120 millimetres tube XX Enter the length in millimetres or inches.
length For fractional lengths, enter 2(1/2) for 2-½ inches
P009-BN008-QT-A Quick Tips, Type K, 203 mm (8 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, No Lance or Lead Wire, with Standard Plug See Figure A
Quick Tips, Type K, 203 mm (8 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated 1829 mm (72 in) Lead Wire with
P009-BN008-QT-AA See Figure H
Round Ceramic Insulators, with CF (Crimp Fork)
P009-BN008-QT-K Quick Tips, Type K, 203 mm (8 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 737 mm (31 in) Lead Wire, with Standard Plug See Figure B
P009-BN008-QT-L Quick Tips, Type K, 203 mm (8 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 1041 mm (43 in) Lead Wire, CF (Crimp Fork) See Figure C
P009-BN008-QT-M Quick Tips, Type K, 203 mm (8 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 1041 mm (43 in) Lead Wire, with Standard Plug See Figure B
P009-BN008-QT-N Quick Tips, Type K, 203 mm (8 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, Mounting Plate, with Standard Plug See Figure D
P009-BN008-QT-U Quick Tips, Type K, 203 mm (8 in) Flat Tip, Grounded, Coated, 1041 mm (43 in) Lead Wire, with Standard Plug See Figure E
P009-BN010-QT-A Quick Tips, Type K, 254 mm (10 in) Round Tip, Grounded, Coated, 1524 mm (60 in) lead wire with Armored Conduit, See Figure K
Mounting Plate, with Standard Plug
P009-BN012-QT-B Quick Tips, Type K, 305 mm (12 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, No Lance or Lead Wire, with Standard Plug See Figure A
P009-BN012-QT-C Quick Tips, Type K, 305 mm (12 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 305 mm (12 in) Lead Wire, with Standard Plug See Figure B
P009-BN012-QT-D Quick Tips, Type K, 305 mm (12 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 1041 mm (43 in) Lead Wire, with Standard Plug See Figure B
P009-BN012-QT-E Quick Tips, Type K, 305 mm (12 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 1346 mm (55 in) Lead Wire, with Standard Plug See Figure B
P009-BN012-QT-N Quick Tips, Type K, 305 mm (12 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, Mounting Plate, with Standard Plug See Figure D
P009-BN012-QT-Q Quick Tips, Type K, 305 mm (12 in) Round Tip, Ungrounded, Coated, 305 mm (12 in) Lead Wire, with Standard Plug See Figure F
P009-BN012-QT-R Quick Tips, Type K, 305 mm (12 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 1092 mm (43 in) Lead Wire, CF (Crimp Fork) See Figure C
P009-BN012-QT-S Quick Tips, Type K, 305 mm (12 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 381 mm (15 in) Lead Wire, CF (Crimp Fork) See Figure C
P009-BN012-QT-SA Quick Tips, Type K, 305 mm (12 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 2100 mm (83 in) Lead Wire, CF (Crimp Fork) See Figure H
P009-BN012-J-QT-B Quick Tips, Type J, 305 mm (12 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, No Lance or Lead Wire, with Standard Plug See Figure A
P009-BN015-QT-F Quick Tips, Type K, 381 mm (15 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 1041 mm (43 in) Lead Wire, CF (Crimp Fork) See Figure C
P009-BN015-QT-G Quick Tips, Type K, 381 mm (15 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 3048 mm (120 in) Lead Wire, with Standard Plug See Figure B
P009-BN015-QT-GA Quick Tips, Type K, 381 mm (15 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 305 mm (12 in) Bead Lead Wire, with Standard Plug See Figure H
P009-BN015-QT-T Quick Tips, Type K, 381 mm (15 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 1397 mm (55 in) Lead Wire, CF (Crimp Fork) See Figure C
P009-BN015-QT-Y Quick Tips, Type K, 381 mm (15 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 1143 mm (45 in) Lead Wire, with No Connector See Figure G
P009-BN015-QT-Z Quick Tips, Type K, 381 mm (15 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 1829 mm (72 in) Lead Wire, CF (Crimp Fork) See Figure H
P009-BN018-QT-H Quick Tips, Type K, 457 mm (18 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, No Lance or Lead Wire, with Standard Plug See Figure A
P009-BN018-QT-V Quick Tips, Type K, 457 mm (18 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 1041 mm (43 in) Lead Wire, CF (Crimp Fork) See Figure C
P009-BN018-QT-P Quick Tips, Type K, 457 mm (18 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, Mounting Plate, with Standard Plug See Figure D
P009-BN030-QT-J Quick Tips, Type K, 762 mm (30 in) Tip, Grounded, Coated, 1041 mm (43 in) Lead Wire, CF (Crimp Fork) See Figure C
P009-L043-QT-A Lance with Handle, Cable and Connector to Suit for a 1041 mm (43 in) Lead Wire See Figure J
FIGURE A FIGURE F
FIGURE B FIGURE G
FIGURE C FIGURE H
CRIMP FORK
TIP LENGTH LEAD LENGTH
75 mm
FIGURE D FIGURE J
TIP LENGTH
STANDARD
PLUG
FIGURE E FIGURE K
MOUNTING PLATE
STANDARD
TIP LENGTH LEAD WIRE LENGTH PLUG
LEAD WIRE LENGTH
TIP LENGTH STANDARD PLUG
JAN-18-EN-1128 PYROTEK INC.
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T SERIES
T1 SERIES – THERMOCOUPLE PROTECTION TUBES (O’-SIALON,
SIALON, PINNACLE, RFM AND SIC)
Pyrotek offers a wide variety of thermocouple protection tubes for direct immersion into molten non-ferrous metals. Pyrotek
offers several styles in an effort to satisfy all customers’ combination of life expectancy and value. Special sizes and
construction methods are available upon request.
11 mm
RFM PROTECTION TUBE 19 MM (3/4” NPT) PIPE FITTING CARBON BONDED SIC-GRAPHITE TUBE 19 MM (3/4” NPT)
PIPE FITTING
Part Number Outside Diameter – mm (in) Tube Length – mm (in)
Part Number Outside Diameter – mm (in) Tube Length – mm (in)
006757 38 (1 1/2) 305 (12)
006925 44 (1 3/4) 305 (12)
006756 38 (1 1/2) 457 (18)
005920 44 (1 3/4) 457 (18)
001578 38 (1 1/2) 610 (24)
000292 44 (1 3/4) 610 (24)
006754 38 (1 1/2) 762 (30)
000262 44 (1 3/4) 762 (30)
006753 38 (1 1/2) 914 (36)
000926 44 (1 3/4) 914 (36)
009702 38 (1 1/2) 1067 (42)
009701 38 (1 1/2) 1219 (48)
18 mm 3/4” NPT
Thread
12 mm
40 mm
CAST IRON THERMOCOUPLE PROTECTION TUBE CAST IRON THERMOCOUPLE PROTECTION TUBE
(PLAIN TUBE) – MM (IN) (RED ENAMELED TUBE) – MM (IN)
Part Number Tube Length Part Number Tube Length
P009-P012NPT-012X40 Plain Cast Iron Protection Tube, 305 (12) P009-R012NPT-012X40 Red Cast Iron Protection Tube, 305 (12)
P009-P018NPT-012X40 Plain Cast Iron Protection Tube, 457 (18) P009-R018NPT-012X40 Red Cast Iron Protection Tube, 457 (18)
P009-P024NPT-012X40 Plain Cast Iron Protection Tube, 610 (24) P009-R024NPT-012X40 Red Cast Iron Protection Tube, 610 (24)
P009-P030NPT-012X40 Plain Cast Iron Protection Tube, 762 (30) P009-R030NPT-012X40 Red Cast Iron Protection Tube, 762 (30)
P009-P036NPT-012X40 Plain Cast Iron Protection Tube, 914 (36) P009-R036NPT-012X40 Red Cast Iron Protection Tube, 914 (36)
P009-P042NPT-012X40 Plain Cast Iron Protection Tube, 1067 (42) P009-R042NPT-012X40 Red Cast Iron Protection Tube, 1067 (42)
P009-P048NPT-012X40 Plain Cast Iron Protection Tube, 1219 (48) P009-R048NPT-012X40 Red Cast Iron Protection Tube, 1219 (48)
P009-P054NPT-012X40 Plain Cast Iron Protection Tube, 1372 (54) P009-R054NPT-012X40 Red Cast Iron Protection Tube, 1372 (54)
P009-P060NPT-012X40 Plain Cast Iron Protection Tube, 1524 (60) P009-R060NPT-012X40 Red Cast Iron Protection Tube, 1524 (60)
P009-P066NPT-012X40 Plain Cast Iron Protection Tube, 1676 (66) P009-R066NPT-012X40 Red Cast Iron Protection Tube, 1676 (66)
P009-P072NPT-012X40 Plain Cast Iron Protection Tube, 1829 (72) P009-R072NPT-012X40 Red Cast Iron Protection Tube, 1829 (72)
P009-P096NPT-012X40 Plain Cast Iron Protection Tube, 2438 (96) P009-R088NPT-012X40 Red Cast Iron Protection Tube, 2235 (88)
P009-P108NPT-012X40 Plain Cast Iron Protection Tube, 2743 (108) P009-R096NPT-012X40 Red Cast Iron Protection Tube, 2438 (96)
1 2 2.1 3 4 5 6
M1 — S —
3. SHEATH DIAMETER
D 1/16 in
E 1/8 in
F 3/16 in
I 1/4 in
L 3/8 in
P 1.5 mm
Q 2 mm
R 3 mm
S 4.5 mm
T 6 mm
V 8 mm
Y 10.8 mm
W 12.7 mm
3. SHEATH DIAMETER
*The temperature rating for all standard plugs
and jacks is 218°C (425°F).
D 1/16 in
E 1/8 in 7.1. BEND MOUNTING OPTIONS
F 3/16 in
I 1/4 in 9XX 90° Bend (XX = Hot Leg Length in Inches)
L 3/8 in 4XX 45° Bend (XX = Hot Leg Length in Inches)
When ordering an angled assembly, the sum of the Hot Leg and
P 1.5 mm Cold Leg will equal the total L dimension. Leave the box blank if
Q 2 mm no options are needed.
R 3 mm
S 4.5 mm
T 7. SHEATH MOUNTING OPTIONS – MM (IN NPT)
6 mm
V 8 mm 00 No Mounting Options
Y 10.8 mm BA Brass Compression Fitting 3 (1/8)
W 12.7 mm SA Stainless Compression Fitting 3 (1/8)
BB Brass Compression Fitting 6 (1/4)
4. SHEATH MATERIAL SB Stainless Compression Fitting 6 (1/4)
BC Brass Compression Fitting 13 (1/2)
34 304 SS SC Stainless Compression Fitting 13 (1/2)
30 310 SS RA Readjustable SS Compression Fitting 3 (1/8)
32 321 SS FC Fixed SS Bushing 13 (1/2) (Insert L Dimension)
36 316 SS HY Compression Bayonet Fitting (3 mm, 1/8 in Sheath Only)
50 Pyrocable ZZ Special Option-Consult Factory
60 INCONEL 601
MON MONEL
6. ELEMENT LENGTH – “L” DIMENSION
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
M3B — S — — —
5. SHEATH MATERIAL
36 316 SS
32 321 SS
30 310 SS
60 Inconel 601
MON Monel
6. SHEATH DIAMETER
D 1/16 in
E 1/8 in
F 3/16 in
I 1/4 in
L 3/8 in
P 1.5 mm
Q 2 mm
R 3 mm
S 4.5 mm
T 6 mm
V 8 mm
Y 10.8 mm
W 12.7 mm
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
M3C — S — — — —
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
M3D — S — — —
6. SHEATH DIAMETER
4. JUNCTION
D 1/16 in
G Grounded E 1/8 in
U Ungrounded F 3/16 in
E Exposed I 1/4 in
L 3/8 in
5. SHEATH MATERIAL
P 1.5 mm
36 316 SS Q 2 mm
32 321 SS R 3 mm
30 310 SS S 4.5 mm
60 Inconel 601 T 6 mm
MON Monel V 8 mm
Y 10.8 mm
W 12.7 mm
M4 — S — — — —
Measuring Junction
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
M5 — — — —
4. JUNCTION
G Grounded
U Ungrounded
E Exposed
41.2 mm
(1.625 in)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10.1
P1 — G — — — —
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7.1
P2 — G — —
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7.1
P3 — G — —
1 2 3 3.1 4 5 6 6.1
P4 — — —
Nipple-Union-Nipple
Metal Sheath
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
RT 901 — — — —
X
Metal Sheath
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
RT 902 — — — — — —
Terminal Block
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
RT 903 — — — —
Nipple-Union-Nipple
Metal Sheath
RT 904 — — —
L
Metal Sheath
RT 905 — — — —
D1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
TW 701 — — — — —
4. STEM MATERIAL
36 316 SS
30 310 SS
32 321 SS
46 446 SS
60 Inconel
MON Monel
STE Stellite
X
D2
D1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8.1
TW 702 — — — — — — —
X
D2
D1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
TW 703 — — — — — — —
L
X
D1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
TW 711 — — — — —
4. STEM MATERIAL
36 316 SS
30 310 SS
32 321 SS
46 446 SS
60 Inconel
MON Monel
STE Stellite
D1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
TW 712 — — — —
4. STEM MATERIAL
36 316 SS
30 310 SS
32 321 SS
46 446 SS
60 Inconel
MON Monel
STE Stellite
L
X
D1
D2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
TW 713 — — — — —
4. STEM MATERIAL
36 316 SS
30 310 SS
32 321 SS
46 446 SS
60 Inconel
MON Monel
STE Stellite
L
X
D1
D2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
TW 721 — — — — — — —
4. STEM MATERIAL
36 316 SS
30 310 SS
32 321 SS
46 446 SS
60 Inconel
MON Monel
STE Stellite
5. FLANGE MATERIAL
36 316 SS
30 310 SS
32 321 SS
46 446 SS
60 Inconel
MON Monel
STE Stellite
D1
D2
D3
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
TW 722 — — — — — — — —
4. STEM MATERIAL
36 316 SS
30 310 SS
32 321 SS
46 446 SS
60 Inconel
MON Monel
STE Stellite
5. FLANGE MATERIAL
36 316 SS
30 310 SS
32 321 SS
46 446 SS
60 Inconel
MON Monel
STE Stellite
D1
D2
D3
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
TW 723 — — — — — — — —
4. STEM MATERIAL
36 316 SS
30 310 SS
32 321 SS
46 446 SS
60 Inconel
MON Monel
STE Stellite
5. FLANGE MATERIAL
36 316 SS
30 310 SS
32 321 SS
46 446 SS
60 Inconel
MON Monel
STE Stellite
L
X
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4. STEM MATERIAL
36 316 SS
30 310 SS
32 321 SS
46 446 SS
60 Inconel
MON Monel
STE Stellite
COMPRESSION FITTINGS
Part Number *Description Part Number *Description
007252 SS Adjustable 3 mm (1/8 in) Tube x 3 mm (1/8 in) NPT 007130 Brass Adjustable 3 mm (1/8 in) Tube x 3 mm (1/8 in) NPT
007114 SS Adjustable 5 mm (3/16 in) Tube x 3 mm (1/8 in) NPT 008396 Brass Adjustable 5 mm (3/16 in) Tube x 3 mm (1/8 in) NPT
006141 SS Adjustable 6 mm (1/4 in) Tube x 3 mm (1/8 in) NPT 006140 Brass Adjustable 6 mm (1/4 in) Tube x 3 mm (1/8 in) NPT
007033 SS Adjustable 10 mm (3/8 in) Tube x 6 mm (1/4 in) NPT 006589 Brass Adjustable 6 mm (1/4 in) Tube x 6 mm (1/4 in) NPT
007399 SS Adjustable 6 mm (1/4 in) Tube x 6 mm (1/4 in) NPT 007207 Brass Adjustable 5 mm (3/16 in) Tube x 6 mm (1/4 in) NPT
013454 SS Adjustable 5 mm (3/16 in) Tube x 6 mm (1/4 in) NPT 007792 Brass Adjustable 3 mm (1/8 in) Tube x 6 mm (1/4 in) NPT
001342 SS Adjustable 10 mm (3/8 in) Tube x 13 mm (1/2 in) NPT 007156 Brass Adjustable 10 mm (3/8 in) Tube x 13 mm (1/2 in) NPT
007321 SS Readjustable 3 mm (1/8 in) x 3 mm (1/8 in) NPT 008405 Brass Adjustable 6 mm (1/4 in) Tube x 13 mm (1/2 in) NPT
* Adjustable = one time adjustable compression fitting
THERMOCOUPLE WIRE
Part Number TC Calibration AWG Conductor Outer Jacket Insulation Conductor Insulation *Limits of Error Temp Rating
006135 K 16 Solid Heavy Fibreglass Braid Serv-Tex Braid STD 288°C (550°F)
000982 K 20 Solid High Temp Glass Braid High Temp Glass Braid SLOE 704°C (1300°F)
007716 K 20 Solid FEP with Shield & Drain Wire FEP Teflon SLOE 204°C (400°F)
006804 K 20 Solid High Temp Glass Braid High Temp Glass Braid SLOE 704°C (1300°F)
007158 K 20 Solid Ceramic Fibre Ceramic Fibre STD 1204°C (2200°F)
008100 **KX 20 Solid PVC PVC EXT 105°C (221°F)
008245 K 20 Solid Fibreglass Braid Fibreglass Braid STD 482°C (900°F)
007574 K 20 Solid High Temp Glass Braid None SLOE 704°C (1300°F)
007112 K 20 Stranded High Temp Glass Braid High Temp Glass Braid SLOE 704°C (1300°F)
007352 K 20 Stranded FEP Teflon FEP Teflon STD 204°C (400°F)
005906 K 20 Stranded Double Fibreglass Braid Fibreglass Braid STD 482°C (900°F)
007093 K 24 Solid TFE TFE STD 260°C (500°F)
006850 J 20 Solid Double Fibreglass Braid Fibreglass Wrap STD 482°C (900°F)
007949 J 20 Solid Fibreglass Braid Fibreglass Braid SLOE 482°C (900°F)
007669 J 20 Solid FEP Teflon FEP Teflon STD 204°C (400°F)
006809 J 20 Stranded Double Fibreglass Braid Fibreglass Braid STD 482°C (900°F)
007907 J 20 Stranded Double Fibreglass Braid Fibreglass Braid STD 482°C (900°F)
000809 **SX 20 Solid Fibreglass Braid Fibreglass Braid STD 482°C (900°F)
* STD = standard. SLOE = special limit of error. EXT = extended.
** KX and SX = extension grade.
Stainless Steel overbraid options are available for thermocouple wire. Contact your Pyrotek Sales Representative for more information.
Pyrocast C-3
Pyrocast C-3 protection tubes are constructed of a phosphate bonded refractory material
developed for use in molten non-ferrous metals, specifically molten aluminium and zinc. This
tube has excellent non-wetting properties, which allows for easy slag removal. The tube’s smaller
diameter provides a fast thermal response to process temperature changes. Pyrocast C-3 tubes
also provide good resistance to thermal shock and mechanical breakage.
Applications Advantages
• Melting furnaces • Cost effective
• Degassing crucible • Excellent non-wetting properties
• Holding furnaces • Resistance to thermal shock
• Transfer equipment • Single unit design, ready to use
SiC-Graphite
SiC-Graphite tubes are non-wetting and also have good thermal shock properties, high abrasion
resistance and good response time. These tubes also exhibit good oxidation resistance due to
their microstructure and can be used in many applications.
Applications Advantages
• Melting furnaces • High thermal conductivity
• Degassing crucibles • Good life in metal
• Holding furnaces
• Transfer equipment
Pinnacle
Pyrotek’s Pinnacle thermocouple protection tubes are made from O’-Sialon, a long-life, non-
wetting, temperature sensitive (bonded silicon carbide) material. The Pinnacle tube’s properties
make it an excellent alternative to other tubes in temperature measurement. This tube also
provides excellent thermal shock resistance, less dross buildup at the metal line, and can provide
longer life.
Applications Advantages
• Crucible furnaces • Non-wetting to aluminium and its alloys
• Melting furnaces • Less dross buildup at the metal line
• Degassing crucibles • Excellent thermal shock resistance
• Holding furnaces
• Troughs
RFM®
Pyrotek’s reinforced fibreglass material (RFM®) thermocouple protection tubes are specifically
designed to provide a robust non-wetting product that will result in longer life. The RFM composite
is a fibreglass reinforced material with extremely high thermal shock resistance, and the ability to
withstand mechanical abuse. The tube’s SiC tip has excellent thermal conductivity which results
in fast response time to temperature fluctuations.
Applications Advantages
• Crucible furnaces • Non-wetting to aluminium and its alloys
• Degassing crucibles • Less dross buildup at the metal line
• Holding furnaces • Superior response time
• Melting furnaces • Narrow temperature control band for energy
• Troughs conservation
• Casting areas • Excellent thermal shock resistance
O’-Sialon
O’-Sialon tubes are a composite of SiC and O’-Sialon materials. They are ideally suited for use
in molten aluminium applications. The tubes are non-wetted by aluminium, have a high level
of oxidation resistance, high resistance to chemical corrosion, high abrasion resistance and
excellent thermal response properties.
Applications Advantages
• Low pressure holding furnaces • Excellent oxidation resistance
• Melting furnaces • Non-wetting to aluminium and its alloys
• Transfer equipment • Excellent thermal shock resistance
• Troughs
Clay Bonded SiC
Pyrotek’s Clay Bonded SiC tube has good non-wetting and thermal shock properties, high
abrasion resistance and good response time. The tube is also capable of withstanding direct
flame impingement.
Applications Advantages
• Melting and holding furnaces • Cost effective
• Degassing crucibles • Good thermal response
• Crucible furnaces • Non-wetting to aluminium and its alloys
• Transfer equipment
Alumina
Alumina thermocouple tubes are designed for a roof furnace at free air application in heat treat,
glass and ferrous metal industries. They are not intended for direct immersion into molten metal.
Applications Advantages
• Roof thermocouples • High temperature capabilities. Maximum
• Heat treat furnace thermocouples rating of 1870°C (3400°F)
• Kiln thermocouples • Moderate cost
• Vacuum furnace application • Fair resistance to thermal shock
• Impervious to gases at high temperatures
Mullite
Mullite thermocouple tubes are another option for a roof furnace at free air application, with a
lower temperature rating than alumina.
Applications Advantages
• Roof thermocouples • High temperature capabilities. Maximum
• Heat treat furnace thermocouples rating of 1510°C (2750°F)
• Kiln thermocouples • Low cost
• Good thermal shock resistance
• Impervious to gases at high temperatures
MC-1
MC-1 thermocouple tubes are specially designed for immersion in molten copper, brass, zinc
and lead. They are a unique blend of metal and ceramic. These tubes are also known as LT-1.
Applications Advantages
• Molten copper based alloy immersion • Can be used in oxidizing applications
• Surfer burner and blast furnaces • High temperature capabilities. Maximum
• Chemical process reactors rating of 1370°C (2500°F)
*Thermocouple Protection Tube Type Typical Applications Initial Relative Relative Maximum Relative Available
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Thermocouples are classified by calibration type because they have differing electromotive force (EMF) versus temperature curves.
Some thermocouples generate considerably more voltage at lower temperatures, while others do not begin to develop a significant
voltage until they are subjected to high temperatures. Calibration types are designed to deliver as close to a straight line voltage curve
inside their temperature application range as possible. This makes it easier for an instrument or temperature controller to correctly
correlate the received voltage to a particular temperature.
Type N
This nickel based thermocouple alloy is used primarily at temperatures up to 1260°C (2300°F). While it is not a direct replacement for
Type K, Type N provides better resistance to oxidation at high temperatures and longer life in applications where sulfur is present.
Type J
Type J may be used, exposed or unexposed, where there is a deficiency of free oxygen. For cleanliness and longer life, a protection tube
is recommended for use with Type J. Since JP (iron) wire will oxidize rapidly at temperatures over 540°C (1000°F), it is recommended
that larger gauge wires be used to compensate for the loss. The maximum recommended operating temperature for Type J is 760°C
(1400°F). Type J is the second most common calibration of thermocouple and is a good choice for general purpose applications where
moisture is not present.
NOTE 1: Tolerances in this table apply to new, essentially homogeneous 0.25 to 3 millimeter diameter (No. 30 to No. 8 AWG)
thermocouple wire used at temperatures not exceeding the recommended limits of Table 2. If the wire is used at higher temperatures
these tolerances may not apply.
NOTE 2: For temperatures expressed in Celsius, the tolerance expressed in Farenheit is 1.8 times larger. Note that wherever
applicable, percentage-based tolerances must be computed from temperatures that are expressed in Celsius.
NOTE 3: CAUTION—Users should be aware that certain characteristics of thermocouple materials, including the EMF versus
temperature relationship may change in time with use. Consequently, test results and performance obtained at time of manufacture may
not necessarily apply throughout an extended period of use. Tolerances given in this table apply only to new wire as delivered to the
user and does not allow for changes in characteristics with use. The magnitude of such changes depends on factors such as wire size,
temperature, time of exposure and environment. It should also be noted that due to possible changes in homogeneity, attempting to
recalibrate used thermocouples is likely to yield irrelevant results, and is not recommended. However, it may be appropriate to compare
used thermocouples in-situ with new or known good thermocouples to ascertain their suitability for further service under the conditions
of the comparison.
THERMOCOUPLE TYPE TEMPERATURE RANGE TOLERANCES-REFERENCE JUNCTION 0°C (32°F)
Standard Tolerances Special Tolerances
°C °F °C °C
°F °C
(whichever is greater) (whichever is greater)
T 0–370 32–700 ±1 or ±0.75% Note 2 ±0.5 or 0.4% Note 2
J 0–760 32–1400 ±2.2 or ±0.75% ±1.1 or ±0.4%
E 0–870 32–1600 ±1.7 or ±0.5% ±1 or ±0.4
K or N 0–1260 32–2300 ±2.2 or ±0.75% ±1.1 or ±0.4%
R or S 0–1480 32–2700 ±1.5 or ±0.25% ±0.6 or ±0.1%
B 870–1700 1600–3100 ±0.5% ±0.25%
C 0–2315 32–4200 ±4.4 or 1% Note 2
T A
-200–0 -328–32 ±1 or ±1.5% B
EA -200–0 -328–32 ±1.7 or ±1% B
KA -200–0 -328–32 ±2.2 or ±2% B
A
Thermocouples and thermocouple materials are normally supplied to meet the tolerances specified in the table for temperatures above
0°C (°F). The same materials, however, may not fall within the tolerances given for celsius temperatures in the second section of the
table. If materials are required to meet the tolerances stated for temperatures below 0°C the purchase order must so state. Selection of
materials usually will be required.
B
Special tolerances for temperatures below 0°C (°F) are difficult to justify due to limited information available. However, the following
values for Types E and T thermocouples are suggested as a guide for discussion between purchaser and supplier.
Type E: -200 to 0°C ± 1°C or ± 0.5% (whichever is greater)
Type T: -200 to 0°C ± 0.5°C or ± 0.8% (whichever is greater)
Initial values of tolerance for Type J thermocouples at temperatures below 0°C (°F) and special tolerances for Type K thermocouples
below 0°C (°F) are not given due to the characteristics of the materials.
NOTE 1: This table gives the recommended upper temperature limits for the various thermocouples and wire sizes. These limits
apply to protected thermocouples or thermocouples with conventional closed-end protecting tubes. The limits do not apply to sheathed
thermocouples with compacted mineral oxide insulation.
NOTE 2: The temperature limits listed here are intended only as a guide to the user and should not be taken as absolute values nor as
guarantees of satisfactory life or performance. These types and sizes are sometimes used at temperatures above the given limits, but
usually at the expense of stability, or life, or both. In other instances it may be necessary to reduce the limits in order to achieve adequate
service. ASTM MNL-12A and other literature sources should be consulted for additional application information.
A
Manual on the Use of Thermocouples in Temperature Measurement, ASTM MNL-12, 1993.
B
Type C thermoelements cannot operate in presence of oxygen; therefore, protection for these thermocouples must provide an inert or
non-oxidizing environment.
C
No. 24 Gauge thermoelements are common for this thermocouple type, but other sizes are possible and with adequate protection are
generally useable over the same temperature range.
THERMOCOUPLE ELEMENTS
Base Metal (Industrial) Element
• Easily fabricated
• Ceramic bead insulation
• Unprotected hot junction
• Susceptible to green rot
• Commonly used in low cost TCPT
JUNCTIONS
All junctions are welded by the inert gas method to ensure performance and to prevent contamination from the sheath/insulation.
• Exposed junction wires are welded to form a junction that extends beyond the sheath for a distance equal to the sheath
diameter. These are used where a fast response is required and contamination is not a factor
• Grounded junction is welded directly to the sheath. These provide good thermocouple protection against pressure, moisture
and mechanical damage, yet retain good response characteristics
• Ungrounded junction is electrically and mechanically insulated from the sheath for long life characteristics under maximum
corrosion, thermal shock, and vibration conditions
SHEATH MATERIAL
Alloy 600
• Maximum temperature of 1175°C (2150°F)
• Most widely used thermocouple sheath material
• High temperature strength
• Corrosion resistant
• Resistant to chloride ion corrosion
• Oxidation resistance to high temperature
• Do not use in sulfur bearing environments
• Good in nitrating environments
Pyrocable
• Maximum temperature of 1260°C (2300°F)
• Similar to Alloy 600 with the addition of aluminium for outstanding oxidation resistance
• Designed for high temperature corrosion resistance
• This material is good in carburizing environments, and has good creep rupture strength
NOTE 1: Data in this table represents customary practices in the United States of America. Different colour code conventions may be
found in use in other countries.
NOTE 2: For some types of insulations colours may appear as a stripe or trace strand. High temperature braided insulation is not
normally colour coded.
NOTE 1: Data in this table are taken from IEC Standard 584-3. These colours are not compatible with the traditional colours widely
used in the United States.
NOTE 2: For some types of insulations colours may appear as a stripe or trace strand. High temperature braided insulation is not
normally colour coded.
NOTE 3: The noble metal thermocouples are not normally supplied with coloured insulations, however, if they were furnished, the colour
codes would be those provided in the following table.
NOTE 4: The IEC colour coding system does not distinguish by color among thermocouple, extension, and compensating cables.
Instead, a system of code letters are used to designate such cables. A single letter without a suffix denotes a thermocouple cable, an
additional suffix “X” indicates an extension cable, and a suffix “C” is used to represent a compensating cable. Although the following
table includes all three cable designations for each type, this should not be taken to mean that all three classes of cable are necessarily
available for every type.
A
Colour code is applicable to constructions incorporating proprietary Type B compensating alloy wires. When uncompensated (copper/copper)
extension materials are used with Type B thermocouples (at low temperatures and over limited temperature spans) the extension wire insulation is
not normally color coded.
°C °F °C °F °C °F °C °F °C °F
-273 -459.4 -10.6 13 22.8 73 216 420 560 1040
-268 -450 -10.0 14 23.3 74 221 430 571 1060
-262 -440 -9.4 15 23.9 75 227 440 582 1080
-257 -430 -8.9 16 24.4 76 232 450 593 1100
-251 -420 -8.3 17 25.0 77 238 460 604 1120
-246 -410 -7.8 18 25.6 78 243 470 616 1140
-240 -400 -7.2 19 26.1 79 249 480 627 1160
-234 -390 -6.7 20 26.7 80 254 490 638 1180
-229 -380 -6.1 21 27.2 81 260 500 649 1200
-223 -370 -5.6 22 27.8 82 266 510 660 1220
-218 -360 5.0 23 28.3 83 271 520 671 1240
-212 -350 -4.4 24 28.9 84 277 530 682 1260
-207 -340 -3.9 25 29.4 85 282 540 693 1280
-201 -330 -3.3 26 30.0 86 288 550 704 1300
-196 -320 -2.8 27 30.6 87 293 560 732 1350
-190 -310 -2.2 28 31.1 88 299 570 760 1400
-184 -300 -1.7 29 31.7 89 304 580 788 1450
-179 -290 -1.1 30 32.2 90 310 590 816 1500
-173 -280 -.6 31 32.8 91 316 600 843 1550
-169 -273 0 32 33.3 92 321 610 871 1600
-168 -270 .6 33 33.9 93 327 620 899 1650
-162 -260 1.1 34 34.4 94 332 630 927 1700
-157 -250 1.7 35 35.0 95 338 640 954 1750
-151 -240 2.2 36 35.6 96 343 650 982 1800
-146 -230 2.8 37 36.1 97 349 660 1010 1850
-140 -220 3.3 38 36.7 98 354 670 1038 1900
-134 -210 3.9 39 37.2 99 360 680 1066 1950
-129 -200 4.4 40 37.8 100 366 690 1093 2000
-123 -190 5.0 41 43 110 371 700 1121 2050
-118 -180 5.6 42 49 120 377 710 1149 2100
-112 -170 6.1 43 54 130 382 720 1177 2150
-107 -160 6.7 44 60 140 388 730 1204 2200
-101 -150 7.2 45 66 150 393 740 1232 2250
-96 -140 7.8 46 71 160 399 750 1260 2300
-90 -130 8.3 47 77 170 404 760 1288 2350
-84 -120 8.9 48 82 180 410 770 1316 2400
-79 -110 9.4 49 88 190 416 780 1343 2450
-73 -100 10.0 50 93 200 421 790 1371 2500
-68 -90 10.6 51 99 210 427 800 1399 2550
-62 -80 11.1 52 100 212 432 810 1427 2600
-57 -70 11.7 53 104 220 438 820 1454 2650
-51 -60 12.2 54 110 230 443 830 1482 2700
-46 -50 12.8 55 116 240 449 840 1510 2750
-40 -40 13.3 56 121 250 454 850 1538 2800
-34 -30 13.9 57 127 260 460 860 1566 2850
-29 -20 14.4 58 132 270 466 870 1593 2900
-23 -10 15.0 59 138 280 471 880 1621 2950
-17.8 0 15.6 60 143 290 477 890 1649 3000
-17.2 1 16.1 61 149 300 482 900
-16.7 2 16.7 62 154 310 488 910
-16.1 3 17.2 63 160 320 493 920
-15.6 4 17.8 64 166 330 499 930
-15.0 5 18.3 65 171 340 504 940
-14.4 6 18.9 66 177 350 510 950
-13.9 7 19.4 67 182 360 516 960
-13.3 8 20.0 68 188 370 521 970
-12.8 9 20.6 69 193 380 527 980
-12.2 10 21.1 70 199 390 532 990
-11.7 11 21.7 71 204 400 538 1000
-11.1 12 22.2 72 210 410 549 1020
Tables 1, 2 and 3 were extracted from ASTM E230-03 “Standard Specifications and Temperature-Electromotive Force (EMF) Tables for Standardized Thermocouples.”
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Ambient Temperature: The average or mean temperature of the surrounding environment in contact with the sensor or equipment
concerned.
ASTM: A nonprofit organization that develops and publishes technical standards used worldwide. ASTM also serves as the administrator
for the U.S. Technical Advisory Group (TAG) to an enormous amount of ISO technical committees and their subcommittees.
Base Metals: Metals that oxidize, tarnish or corrode relatively easily when exposed to air or moisture—aluminium, copper, lead,
nickel, tin and zinc.
Bonded Hot Junction: Refers to a type of mineral insulated thermocouple where the measuring junction is integral to the tip of the
sheath, and thus electrically grounded to it.
Calibration: The process of determining or adjusting values of an instrument by independent measurements of the relevant
phenomenon.
Celsius: A temperature scale where 0°C is the ice point and 100°C is the boiling point of water.
Ceramic Insulation: High temperature compositions of metal oxides insulating thermocouple wires—most commonly alumina,
beryllia and magnesium oxide; available as single and multi-hole tubes and as beads.
Cold Junction: Original name for the reference junction of a thermocouple—now implying a floating temperature.
Colour Codes: The IEC standard color identification and tolerance codes for thermocouple extension and compensating cables and
connectors.
Compensating Cable: Cable for extending thermocouple circuits more cheaply. It has conductors that, in combination, match the
thermocouple characteristics over a limited temperature range.
Compensator: An externally powered electrical network containing a temperature sensitive element connected to a thermocouple to
provide an equivalent 0°C reference voltage.
Connection Head: A cover or enclosure fitted over a thermocouple protection tube at the end furthest from the sensor. It contains
electrical terminals that allow convenient connection of the sensor to the rest of the circuit.
Drift: Shift of a signal or reading over a long period due to factors like ambient temperature change, hysteresis of the sensor and other
physical, chemical and electromagnetic effects.
Duplex: A name commonly given when two thermocouples are housed in the same probe.
EMF: Abbreviation for electromotive force—the electrical potential difference developed by sources of energy in electrical circuits.
Emissivity: The ratio of emitted energy from a surface compared with a black body at the same temperature.
Exposed Junction: A form of faster response thermocouple probe constructed such that the measuring junction protrudes beyond
the sheath, and is thus fully exposed to the medium being measured.
Extension Cable: A method of extending thermocouple circuits with lower cost or more suitable types of wiring cable—contains
similar materials to those of the thermocouple itself.
Fahrenheit Scale: A temperature scale where 32°F is the ice point; and 212°F is the boiling point of water.
Grounded Junction: Construction of a thermocouple probe where the measuring junction is in electrical contact with the sheath so
that sheath and thermocouple are at the same potential.
Heat Transfer: Thermal energy flow from one body having higher energy to a body of lower energy—by conduction, convection and
radiation.
Hot Junction: Original and commonly used name for the measuring junction of the thermocouple. See measuring junction.
Insulated Hot Junction: A form of construction adopted primarily for mineral insulated thermocouple units where the measuring
junction is separated and electrically insulated from the cable sheath.
Junction: The point in a thermocouple where the two dissimilar metals are joined. See measuring junction.
Maximum Operating Temperature: The maximum ambient, continuous temperature at which an instrument or sensor can be
safely operated.
Mean Temperature: The average of the maximum and minimum temperatures of a process in equilibrium.
Measuring Junction: The electrical connection that comprises one end of the conductors in a thermocouple, and is used as the
temperature sensor. See hot junction.
Melting Point: The temperature at which a substance transforms state from the solid phase to the liquid phase.
MI (Mineral Insulated) Thermocouple: Common name for a thermocouple unit manufactured from metal sheathed, mineral
insulated thermocouple cable.
Noble Metals: Metals which tend towards a positive electrochemical potential, are inert and have a high resistance to corrosion and
oxidation—gold, silver and platinum.
Platinum Metals: Platinum, osmium, iridium, palladium, rhodium and ruthenium. Platinum has a melting point of 1700°C (3100°F),
and is used for resistance thermometry. Together with iridium and rhodium alloys, it is also used in thermocouple thermometry. See
Noble metals.
Protection Head: A cover or enclosure fitted over a thermocouple protection tube at the end furthest from the sensor. It contains
electrical terminals to allow convenient connection of the sensor to the rest of the circuit. See “Connection Head”.
Protection Tube: A closed end, cylindrical sleeve fitted over a sensor to provide mechanical and environmental protection. Can be
made from metal, plastic, ceramic or refractory material.
Resistance: The restriction to electrical current flow through a material, measured in Ohms. For a conductor wire, resistance is a
function of diameter, length and resistivity (resistance per unit length—a physical material property).
Response Time: The time interval between the application of a sudden change of temperature to a sensor and the attainment of a
given output. The change is frequently defined as 63.2% of the final value.
Sensitivity: The output response, measured in time or magnitude, developed by a thermocouple for a given temperature change.
Sheathed MI Cable: A cable comprising one or more conductors embedded in a powdered insulant and surrounded by a metal
sheath. The final diameter is produced by drawing or swaging.
Signal: General term for an electrical current or voltage representing a quantity or event.
Thermal Conductivity: The rate at which heat flows through a material for a given temperature difference applied to it, with no gain
or loss of heat by the material.
Thermal Expansion: The increase in material size resulting from an increase in temperature—thermal coefficient is normally
expressed as the length change per degree Centigrade.
Thermocouple: An electrical circuit comprising two dissimilar materials. A voltage is generated that is dependent on the temperatures
at the junctions forming the limits of the dissimilar materials. The reference junction at one end of the conductors is usually maintained
at 0°C to allow the measuring junction to be used as a temperature sensor.
Transducer: A device that converts a physical quantity into a related electrical signal. For example, a resistance thermometer,
thermocouple or strain gauge.
Transmitter: A device incorporating an electrical circuit that converts a signal from a transducer into a standard transmittable form—
typically, a two wire DC current output ranging from 4–20 mA.
Ungrounded Junction: A thermocouple probe constructed so the measuring junction is fully enclosed by, and insulated from, the
sheath material.