From -200 °C to + 800 °C

RODEN, THE NETHERLANDS — Stiko Meetapparatenfabriek BV, the manufacturer of the reputable gas filled Secutherm thermometer, was founded in 1965 and manufactures pressure and temperature instruments in both mechanical and electronic design. continue reading »

Part of Winters Instruments’ “Support Tool” on temperature instrumentation
(Note: We think this is a fine, concise overview of some of the major types of CONTACT thermometers on the market. (It’s been edited a bit to make it easier to read on our web pages and, we think, a little more thorough, precise & clearer.))

Toronto ONT, Canada –  When selecting a thermometer, it is important to consider many parameters such as the dial or case size, stem, probe or capillary length, the connection type and the temperature range. To ensure safety and accuracy, thermometers should be selected while giving consideration to the measured media and the ambient operating conditions.

Improper application can be detrimental to the thermometer, causing failure and possible personal injury or property damage.

While there are 5 basic operating types of contact thermometers, they being Bimetal, Liquid-in-Glass Thermocouples, Thermistors and Bourdon tube (Filled Systems), the list can really be expanded to also include Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs) and solar-powered digital thermometers.

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