Any Type S Thermocouple
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Description
A Type S thermocouple is a high-precision temperature sensor composed of platinum (Pt) and platinum-rhodium (Pt-Rh) alloys, specifically designed for use in high-temperature environments. Due to its superior accuracy and stability, it is commonly used in industries such as glass manufacturing, ceramics, and metallurgy, where temperatures can exceed 1600°C. Type S thermocouples are also preferred in laboratories and processes requiring precise temperature measurement, as they provide reliable readings over extended periods, making them ideal for calibration standards. Although more expensive due to the use of platinum, their durability and accuracy make them suitable for critical applications.
Specifications
- Thermocouple Type: Type S (Platinum-10% Rhodium / Platinum)
- Temperature Range:
- Standard: 0°C to 1600°C (32°F to 2912°F)
- Can measure up to 1700°C (3092°F) in specialized applications
- Accuracy:
- ±1.5°C or 0.25% of reading, whichever is greater (depending on calibration and temperature range)
- Composition:
- Positive Leg: Platinum-10% Rhodium (Pt-Rh)
- Negative Leg: Pure Platinum (Pt)
- Output Voltage: 0 to 18 mV across the full temperature range
- Stability: Excellent long-term stability, especially in high-temperature applications
- Durability: Highly resistant to oxidation and chemical degradation at high temperatures
- Sheath Material: Typically alumina (ceramic) or high-temperature alloys for protection in extreme conditions
- Response Time: Medium to slow due to the stability and material composition
- Applications:
- High-temperature furnaces
- Metal melting and heat treatment processes
- Glass and ceramics production
- Calibration standards in laboratories
- Industry Standards: Meets ASTM E230, IEC 60584, and other relevant thermocouple standards
- Connector Type: Standard mini or large connectors, or directly connected to data acquisition systems or controllers
- Insulation: Mineral-insulated or ceramic-insulated depending on application needs
- Advantages: High accuracy, stability, and longevity at extreme temperatures
- Limitations: Higher cost compared to other thermocouple types due to platinum content, and slower response time compared to lower-temperature thermocouples.
Laboratory Calibration
Micro Precision operates 36 laboratories globally providing reliable localized support
- Certified metrologists staffing laboratories in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Comprehensive scopes of accreditation to meet a broad range of customer needs
- Expedited calibration services available
- Pickup and delivery services available
- Environmentally controlled facilities to ensure high quality and accurate calibrations and measurements.
Laboratory Calibration
Micro Precision operates 36 laboratories globally providing reliable localized support
- Certified metrologists staffing laboratories in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
- Comprehensive scopes of accreditation to meet a broad range of customer needs
- Expedited calibration services available
- Pickup and delivery services available
- Environmentally controlled facilities to ensure high quality and accurate calibrations and measurements.
Quality Certified Test Equipment Repair Services
When a piece of equipment fails you have the option to repair or replace that item. Oftentimes repair is an economical and efficient solution. Micro Precision’s repair offering provides advantages to our customers:
- Cost effective; often less than OEM
- Efficient; often much better turn-time than the OEM
- Flexibility; willingness to work with customers to meet their needs
- Warranted repairs
- Ability to service many obsolete instruments
Quality Certified Test Equipment Repair Services
When a piece of equipment fails you have the option to repair or replace that item. Oftentimes repair is an economical and efficient solution. Micro Precision’s repair offering provides advantages to our customers:
- Cost effective; often less than OEM
- Efficient; often much better turn-time than the OEM
- Flexibility; willingness to work with customers to meet their needs
- Warranted repairs
- Ability to service many obsolete instruments
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From the leasing of specialized electronic equipment for a specific task, to the purchase of physical and dimensional tools, we offer leasing services as well as used test equipment sales. We also locate hard-to-find electronics, and provide flexible options to meet ever-changing equipment needs.
Cost Effective Test Equipment Options
From the leasing of specialized electronic equipment for a specific task, to the purchase of physical and dimensional tools, we offer leasing services as well as used test equipment sales. We also locate hard-to-find electronics, and provide flexible options to meet ever-changing equipment needs.
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