Base Metal Thermocouples

 
Zesta Base Metal Thermocouple
Zesta Base Metal Thermocouple
A Variety of Thermocouple Variations Available to Meet Your Application Needs

We offer two basic types of base metal thermocouples with protection tubes, including bare and ceramic insulated elements. Many variations of each type are available to meet your application needs.
 
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Product Features

Insulated wire thermocouples
  • Suitable for most general purpose applications
Bare and ceramic insulated elements
  • Available in ASTM E 230 Types K and J, can be twisted or butt welded
  • Choices include straight or angle types, two- or four-hole insulators and single or dual element
Protected thermocouples
  • Supplied complete with head, block and protection tube
  • Several styles available

Product Specifications

  • Base Metal Thermocouples
  • Base Metal with Connection Head for use with Thermowells
  • Base Metal with Protection - 90° Angle Type
  • Base Metal with Protection Tube
  • Immersion Tips

Calibration:
Type J, K
Style:
  • Bare element
  • Straight Element with two-hole insulators
  • Straight Element with four-hole insulators
  • Immersion tip
  • Angle type with two-hole insulators
  • Base metal with protection (straight or 90°)
Junction:
  • Butt welded
  • Twisted and welded
AWG Gauge:
8, 11, 14, 20
Length:
12, 18, 24, 30, 42, 48, 54, 60, 66, 72
Special Options:
  • Angle type, specify hot leg and cold leg dimensions
  • Immersion tip style (for use in nonferrous molten metals
Performance Capabilities:
2300°F (1260°C) maximum temperature

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Applications

  • Metal processing such as aluminum, zinc, brass (with appropriate protection tube)
  • Chemical
  • Petrochemical
  • Industrial storage tanks