Thermocouple type k
K-type thermocouple is the most common type of thermocouple, because it has the widest operating temperature range.
- Material: Chromel, Alumel ( scientific names are Ni-Cr and Ni-Al, respectively)
- Temperature range: -270 degrees Celsius to 1260 degrees Celsius
- Melting point: 2550 degrees Fahrenheit
- Tolerance: +/- 15K between -40 to 375 degrees Celsius
- Positive wire: non-magnetic, chrome
- Negative wire: Magnetic, Cromwell
Why is K-type thermocouple the most used?
Insulation used in K-type thermocouple :
There are two types of insulation for thermocouples, which are used for type K thermocouples, ceramic insulation and magnesium oxide.
Ceramic insulation:
Ceramic insulation used for high temperature applications and can withstand temperatures above 1260 ° C.
Attributes
- Low thermal mass, meaning it does not retain heat.
- Lightweight
- Material: High purity alumina
- High temperature capacity: 1260 ° C
Magnesium oxide insulation:
Magnesium oxide is used in applications where the thermocouples are immersed in a liquid, under conditions of high humidity, corrosive gases and high pressures.
Attributes
- High dielectric strength
- High response speed
- 97% purity of MgO and AI2O3.
Application of type K thermocouple:
- K-type thermocouples are used for measurement in many different environments such as water, mild chemical solutions, gases and dry areas. Engines, heaters for oil and boilers.
- Used to test the safety of the heating device
- Commonly used in nuclear applications.
Advantages of using K-type thermocouples:
- Good linear
- Good resistance to oxidation below 1000 ° C (1600 ° F)
- Very stable output.
- low price
Disadvantages of K -type thermocouples :
- Not suitable for reducing atmospheres, but will resist metal vapor
- Aging feature emf
- Due to the evaporation of chromium in the positive element, it is not suitable for vacuum applications.
- Cannot be used in sulfur environments, as both can corrode quickly.
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