THERMOCOUPLES

The following list represents descriptions of our thermocouples:

B

PLATINUM 6% ROHODIUM / PLATINUM 30% RHODIUM

C

TUNGSTEN 5% RHENIUM / TUNGSTEN 26% RHENIUM
This metal thermocouple may be used at temperatures up to 4200 degrees F.

E

CHROMEL / CONSTANTAN
The Type E thermocouple is suitable for use at temperatures up to 1650 degrees F

G

TUNGSTEN / TUNGSTEN, 26% RHODIUM

J

IRON / CONSTANTAN
The Type J thermocouple may be used, exposed, or unexposed where there is a lack of free oxygen.

K

CHROMEL / ALUMEL
Due to its reliability and accuracy, Type K thermowells are used extensively for temperatures up to 2300 degrees F.

N

TYPE N
This nickel-based thermocouple alloy is used in high temperatures up to 2300 degrees F.

R, S

PLATINUM / PLATINUM  10-13% RHODIUM
Highest recommended operating temperature for S and R thermocouples is 2640 degrees F.

T

COPPER / CONSTANTAN
This thermocouple can be used in either oxidizing or reducing atmoshperes.