junction compensation. Accuracy of the temperature measuring
instrument must be considered along with the 80PK-1 accuracy
specification in order to determine the overall accuracy of the
combination.
Temperature Limitations
The 260
°
C continuos temperature rating of the 80PK-1 is
primarily determined by the Teflon insulation. The bead alone
may be momentarily subjected to higher temperatures without
damage.
Media Limitations
Type K Chromel-Alumel thermocouple wires are compatible with
clean oxidizing atmospheres.
OPERATION
Caution
Repeated sharp bending can break the 80PK-1 lead.
To protect the lead, avoid sharp bends, especially
near the connector.
Use the 80PK-1 as follows:
1. Connect the 80PK-1 to a compatible Type K
temperature measuring instrument using the miniature
(0.312-inch pin spacing) thermocouple connector.
2. Turn on the measuring instrument and select the
appropriate range and scale.
3. Check the readout on the measuring instrument. With
no heat or cold source applied to the bead, it should
display the ambient (room) temperature. If the
instrument does not readout properly, refer to the
TROUBLESHOOTING section below.
MEASURING TECHNIQUE
Here are some suggestions for improving the accuracy of your
temperature measurements:
1. Make sure that there is a good connection between the
probe and the surface you are measuring by doing any
of the following:
a.
Increase the mounting pressure.
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