Aerospace Thermocouples Rated for Higher Temperatures

Posted by Joanne Ward

May 29, 2024

Aerospace-Sector Thermocouples Rated for Higher Temperatures Thermocouples are versatile temperature sensing devices used in a wide variety of applications, from household appliances, to industrial...  

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The Role of Aerospace Thermocouples

Posted by Joanne Ward

May 23, 2024

What is the Role of Thermocouples in Aerospace Engineering? In the aerospace industry, precision and reliability are critical to final product safety and performance. Within aircraft manufacturing,...  

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Understanding the Differences in Type J and Type K Thermocouples

Posted by Jack Dutka

May 21, 2024

J or K? Understanding the Differences in Thermocouple Wire Types Numerous industrial applications rely on thermocouple (TC) wires for accurate temperature readings during manufacturing processes....  

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Overcome Autoclave Challenges with Thermocouple Technology on Display at SAMPE 2024

Posted by Joanne Ward

May 15, 2024

TE Wire & Cable is back at the annual SAMPE Conference and Exhibition (Society for the Advancement of Materials and Process Engineering). Look for our booth J15 at this year’s conference, May 20-23...  

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How to Reduce Maintenance Schedules for Aerospace Thermocouples

Topics: aerospace, thermocouple

Posted by Joanne Ward

May 13, 2024

Reducing Maintenance Schedules for Aerospace Thermocouples  The aerospace composites market, which relies on autoclaves to manufacture aircraft components, is soaring upwards, according to various...  

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Visit with TE WIRE at the 16th Annual Wasatch Front Materials Expo

Topics: supplier relationships, aerospace, new year, customer service, composites curing, Tradeshows, SAMPE, products

Posted by Corrie Hartline

March 7, 2022

Hooray! We finally get to see you in person! In two weeks TE Wire & Cable will be attending and showcasing our line of thermocouple products at the 16th Annual Wasatch Front Materials Expo in Sandy,...  

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Happy World Metrology Day!

Topics: heat treat, aerospace, thermocouple, products, low drift, mineral insulated

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

May 20, 2020

Today May 20, 2020 is World Metrology Day. It commemorates the day of the signing of the Metre Convention in 1875 which marked the inception of international metrological collaboration. We use today...  

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Optimizing Temperature Measurement in Heat Treatment Operations

Topics: metallurgy, thermocouple

Posted by Marc Stringer

October 18, 2019

Specifying Thermocouple Wire, Extensions, and Thermocouples Quality and efficiency in heat-treatment operations requires accurate temperature measurement. Specifying thermocouple wire and...  

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Autoclave Thermocouple Solutions You Can Trust @ SAMPE19!

Topics: Autoclave Thermocouples, aerospace, composites curing, Tradeshows, SAMPE

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

May 17, 2019

TE Wire & Cable prides itself on making quality high temperature products, meeting industry demand for innovative autoclave thermocouple solutions. Our AccuClave product line, which has been a staple...  

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Metallurgy Products Overview

Topics: metallurgy, Q-Glass, G-Glass, CEFIR, Refrasil, products

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

November 27, 2018

At TE Wire & Cable, we understand the demands of high-temperature metallurgy applications in the nickel alloy, titanium, and aluminum industry. We also know how important thermocouple wire is in...  

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Product Spotlight: CEFIR® Series

Topics: metallurgy, heat treat, Quality, CEFIR, products

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

November 13, 2018

At TE Wire & Cable, we understand the demands of high-temperature metallurgy applications in the nickel alloy, titanium, and aluminum industry. High temperature thermocouple wire is a key component...  

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To twist or not to twist that is the question!

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Thermocouple 101, aerospace, customer service, composites curing, thermocouple, type K, Quality, Q&A, products, accuclave

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

November 9, 2018

Recently, I received a number of questions regarding junctions. Most of the questions are related to the effect of twisted vs. parallel junctions on measurement and performance long term. To answer...  

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Aerospace Composites Products Overview

Topics: Aerospace Composites, aerospace, thermocouple, smart thermocouples, products, accuclave

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

November 6, 2018

For decades, TE Wire has been working with aerospace composites manufacturers and learning about their toughest challenges. Our patented pre-made thermocouple assemblies are designed for demanding...  

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Industrial OEM/Power Products Overview

Topics: Power Generation, industrial, products

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

October 30, 2018

TE Wire & Cable is the largest manufacturer of thermocouple wire and thermocouple extension cables in the world, providing high-quality, superior accuracy thermocouple solutions for over 70 years. We...  

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Finding the Right TE Wire Product: Industrial Application Guide

Topics: Applications, industrial, thermocouple, products

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

October 23, 2018

TE Wire & Cable manufactures a full line of thermocouple wire and cable, from iron and nickel-based alloys, and copper instrument and control cable. All of us at TE Wire & Cable LLC are committed to...  

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Introducing Our NEW Calibration Lab!

Topics: Calibration Lab Accreditation, Quality

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

October 16, 2018

The project for the construction of our new Calibration Lab began in March 2018, and is slated to be completed soon. The lab consists of a prep room (for ice machine and welder), a cool room, and a...  

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Visit TE Wire at CAMX 2018!

Topics: Aerospace Composites, aerospace, Tradeshows, thermocouple, CAMX

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

October 9, 2018

The Composites and Advanced Materials Expo 2018 will be taking place from October 16-18 in Dallas, Texas! We invite you to visit TE Wire & Cable at Booth K31.  

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Visit TE Wire at FNA 2018!

Topics: high-temperature wire, metallurgy, heat treat, Tradeshows, FNA

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

October 2, 2018

This year, Furnaces North America will be taking place in Indianapolis, Indiana from October 8-10. We invite you to visit TE Wire & Cable at Booth 127!  

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Post Low Drift Webinar Update

Topics: low-drift cable, Quality, products, low drift

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

August 29, 2018

In case you missed it: TE Wire and CCPI Europe Limited hosted a webinar on July 11th on  

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TE Wire & Cable LLC hires Scott Harden as VP General Manager

Topics: aerospace, new year, thermocouple

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

August 9, 2018

TE Wire & Cable announces that it has hired Scott Harden to the position of Vice President/General Manager effective August 1st. He will manage sales, marketing, and engineering. Harden holds a B.S....  

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TE Wire ISO 9001:2015 Certification Q&A Part 2

Topics: ISO, ISO9001, Quality, Q&A

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

August 9, 2018

TE Wire & Cable has always been committed to quality management and creating the best products possible for our customers. This post features the second part of our interview with our Quality Control...  

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TE Wire ISO 9001:2015 Certification Q&A Part 1

Topics: ISO, ISO9001, Quality, Q&A

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

August 7, 2018

TE Wire & Cable has always been committed to quality management and creating the best products possible for our customers. We interviewed Raysa Acosta, our very own quality control supervisor, about...  

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IIoT Smart Thermocouple™ Architecture and Use Cases

Topics: thermocouple, smart thermocouples, Quality, products

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

July 19, 2018

Have you been following TE Wire & Cable and Plataine recent partnership to develop the next generation of smart thermocouples? The IIoT Smart Thermocouple will be the first ever Smart Thermocouple...  

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Summer Clearance: Thermocouple Wire Short Length Sale ends 7/31! (Short Length Sale - 2018)

Posted by Maria Salvano

July 17, 2018

After a thorough spring cleaning, TE Wire is pleased to announce our Summer Clearance Sale on Short Length Stock inventory! The sale began on June 29th with a variety of discounted short length...  

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Low Drift MIMS Cable FREE Webinar!

Topics: low-drift cable

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

June 13, 2018

On July 11th at 2 pm EST, CCPI Europe Limited and TE Wire & Cable will be hosting a free webinar presenting the Low Drift Dual Wall MIMS Cable. This ground-breaking thermocouple cable technology was...  

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Attention Aerospace Autoclave Composite Manufacturers

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, aerospace, composites curing

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

May 24, 2018

Aviation/aerospace autoclave composites manufacturers face numerous challenges when it comes to accurate temperature monitoring during composite curing. We hear first-hand about those challenges when...  

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TE Wire & Cable Partners with Plataine for Smart Thermocouples Solution

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, composites curing, thermocouple, smart thermocouples

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

May 21, 2018

Joint solution integrates IIoT, AI and thermocouple technologies, dramatically advances manufacturing efficiencies and quality Long Beach, CA, USA, May 21, 2018 – TE Wire & Cable, the world’s largest...  

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GET SMART @ SAMPE18! Innovative Autoclave Thermocouples Solutions

Topics: Autoclave Thermocouples, aerospace, composites curing, Tradeshows, SAMPE

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

May 18, 2018

For decades, TE Wire & Cable has provided unique, innovative solutions to autoclave thermocouple problems. Our AccuClave product line has been the "go to" thermocouple for many aerospace composites...  

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TE Wire Q&A: Joe Ugalde 

Topics: low-drift cable, aerospace, composites curing, thermocouple, type n, type K

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

March 29, 2018

What products and services does TE Wire & Cable offer? TE Wire has been known as a master of temperature sensing and specialty wire and cable since it was first founded in 1941 during WWII. We...  

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Top 10 Benefits of Using Patented AccuClave Autoclave Thermocouples

Topics: Autoclave Thermocouples, composites curing

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

March 14, 2018

The benefits outweigh the risks when investing in new autoclave thermocouples for your composite curing operations. In true David Letterman-like fashion, here are the top 10 benefits of using TE...  

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TE Wire & Cable President Robert Canny appointed President of WCMA

Topics: aerospace, new year, thermocouple

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

March 2, 2018

On December 7th, 2017 in Hartford, CT the Wire & Cable Manufacturers Alliance, Inc. (WCMA) announced at its annual meeting changes to its Board of Directors and Officers, making the upcoming April...  

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Do you have an Autoclave Composites Curing Improvements Bucket List?

Topics: continuous improvement, composites curing, Tradeshows, thermocouple, SAMPE

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

February 13, 2018

The concept of a bucket list isn’t a new one. The idea is to define a list of things you’d like to accomplish before you “kick the bucket.” The same bucket list approach could easily be applied to...  

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Aerospace Composites Life: What the last 12 months taught me

Topics: supplier relationships, aerospace, customer service, composites curing, thermocouple

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

February 8, 2018

It has been a while since I posted a blog with some personal thoughts and experiences. For those of you that take the time to read them, thank you. To my loyal followers, leave a like, share, or...  

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Major Step Forward in Type K and N Thermocouple Performance [Industrial Heating]

Topics: high-temperature wire, low-drift cable, mineral insulated thermocouple, thermocouple, type n, type K

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

February 6, 2018

 

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4 New Year’s Resolutions Every Autoclave Composites Manufacturer Should Make

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, NADCAP, continuous improvement, composites curing

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

January 24, 2018

Many of us start out the year with grand plans and positive resolutions to change or improve something in our lives, be it personal, professional or both. Ironically, January 17th, otherwise known as...  

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Trevor Ford Presents New Low Drift Findings at NPL

Topics: high-temperature wire, industrial, low-drift cable, type n, type K

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

December 19, 2017

 

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Improving Type K and Type N Thermocouple Performance in Industrial Applications (Part 2)

Topics: high-temperature wire, industrial, low-drift cable, type n, type K

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

November 9, 2017

A major step forward in Type K and N thermocouple performance for use in industrial temperature measurement. Written by: Trevor Ford, CCPI Europe Ltd, Sheffield, United Kingdom Part 2: Applying New...  

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Improving Type K and Type N Thermocouple Performance in Industrial Applications (Part 1)

Topics: high-temperature wire, industrial, low-drift cable, type n, type K

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

November 7, 2017

A major step forward in Type K and N thermocouple performance for use in industrial temperature measurement. Written by: Trevor Ford, CCPI Europe Ltd, Sheffield, United Kingdom Part 1: Mineral...  

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What's HOT at Heat Treat 2017?

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, high-temperature wire, heat treat, low-drift cable

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

October 23, 2017

If you’ve found it challenging to make the right thermocouple wire selection for your various heat treatment applications, you’re not alone. There are many considerations, all of which can result in...  

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Low Drift Type K Thermocouple Cable for Aerospace Applications

Topics: low-drift cable, aerospace, type n, type K

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

October 19, 2017

As a result of research conducted by the Department of Materials Science and Metallurgy at the University of Cambridge and tests conducted in the calibration laboratory at CCPI Europe Ltd., a new...  

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3 Factors Affecting Thermocouple Calibration, Advances to Solve Drift

Topics: high-temperature wire, low-drift cable

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

August 17, 2017

Thermocouples are the most frequently used temperature sensor in the heat process and control industries, with the majority of applications falling within the range of 500 to 1500°C. There are newer...  

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4 Key Takeaways from SAMPE 2017 regarding Autoclave Composites

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, SAMPE

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

July 20, 2017

As I mentioned in my previous blog “Aerospace Doesn't Need Inconsistent Autoclave Composites Quality”, the impending show was something I was looking forward, not only for the new experiences but to...  

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Happy 2nd Anniversary to the CCPI Europe Team as Part of Marmon EW&C!

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Innovation through Synergy, low-drift cable

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

July 13, 2017

I wanted to take a moment to acknowledge another milestone for one of our sister companies, CCPI Europe. On July 2nd, they celebrated their second anniversary as an integral part of the Marmon...  

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Aerospace Doesn't Need Inconsistent Composites Quality [SAMPE Seattle 2017]

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

May 15, 2017

Ever since my childhood, I've been wildly fascinated by planes, rockets, and the very cool idea of deep space travel. Buzz Lightyear was my hero. As an adult, the idea of traveling to the stars has...  

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ICYMI: JEC Paris 2017 & the (Sonic) Boom of Composites Industry Growth

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, Tradeshows

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

April 11, 2017

I have to admit, it’s absolutely amazing to be a part of the composites industry and witness the steady growth, continuous improvement and developing technologies. Business is booming. As reported by...  

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Top 5 Things You Should Know about Autoclave Thermocouple Junctions

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, NADCAP, composites curing

Posted by Pat Durkin

April 7, 2017

Whether you make composite parts for commercial aircraft, defense, automotive or sports, you know why you do what you do and how to do it. That’s why you have clients who trust your products and...  

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ICYMI: A Great Resource for Aerospace Composites Manufacturers from the SAMPE Utah Tradeshow

Topics: Aerospace Composites

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

March 22, 2017

 

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5 Increasingly Hot Thermocouple Wire & Cable Market Trends

Topics: low-drift cable, aerospace, automotive

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

March 9, 2017

In the past year, I jotted down a number of wire and cable market trends that I’ve noticed. Let’s review a few recent trends and perhaps we can get a discussion going on how we all must evolve to...  

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Results of our 2016 Survey Revealed!

Topics: high-temperature wire, low-drift cable, survey, customer service

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

March 2, 2017

Last year, I posted a blog titled, “How can I help YOU do YOUR job better?” that included a brief survey. The survey respondents provided us with valuable information to help us formulate a number of...  

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Flying High: Thermocouple Solutions for the Aerospace Industry

Topics: high-temperature wire, aerospace

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

February 24, 2017

Spotlight Series on Temperature Measurement Since World War II, thermocouples have played a key role in the aerospace and aviation industries. From providing thermocouples that helped monitor the...  

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Experience Matters with Thermocouple

Topics: continuous improvement, new year

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

February 16, 2017

I recently had the privilege of chatting with our very own VP of Manufacturing, Pat Arnone. Pat has a vast knowledge of our product and the industries that use it. As of this year, his experience in...  

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TE Wire passes ISO/IEC 17025 Accreditation

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, thermocouple wire calibration, ISO17025, Calibration Lab Accreditation

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

February 2, 2017

After much preparation and hard work, our Calibration Laboratory's ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation has been successfully reaffirmed after passing the latest assessment conducted by a third party auditor...  

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Why use Fiberglass Insulation for your thermocouple application?

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, high-temperature wire, Thermocouple 101, Q-Glass, G-Glass, Fiberglass

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

January 10, 2017

As you approach higher and higher temperatures for your applications, it’s hard not to think of fiberglass insulated products. S-Glass and E-Glass, we refer to as Q-Glass and G-Glass respectively....  

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Expanding our thermocouple team at TE Wire & Cable

Topics: low-drift cable, mineral insulated thermocouple, new year

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

December 27, 2016

First off, I would like to cordially introduce myself as Joe Ugalde, the newly inducted Product Marketing Specialist at TE Wire & Cable LLC, a Berkshire Hathaway Company. I must say it's very much a...  

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New Low-Drift Thermocouple Cable Technology Reduces Drift by Over 80%! [News Release]

Topics: wire design, metallurgy, low-drift cable, aerospace, mineral insulated thermocouple

Posted by Pat Durkin

October 4, 2016

TE Wire Signs Licensing Agreement with Cambridge Enterprise for Low-Drift Mineral Insulated Thermocouple Cable Technology Supports higher accuracy temperature measurements, longer life, improved...  

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Need metallurgy thermocouple wire that can take the heat? [Titanium 2016]

Topics: high-temperature wire, metallurgy, heat treat

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

September 21, 2016

 

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The Greatest Thermocouple Wire Innovation in over 50 years! [FNA 2016]

Topics: ISO17025, high-temperature wire, metallurgy

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

September 21, 2016

TE Wire to showcase high accuracy thermocouple wire and cable solutions for metallurgy applications at Furnaces North America 2016... including the greatest thermocouple wire innovation in over 50...  

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What do CAMX, a Mickey Mouse operation and Tool Thermocouples have in common?

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, Aerospace Composites, AMS2750E, Tool Thermocouple

Posted by Joanne Ward

September 8, 2016

Are you in the aviation/aerospace market? Do you manufacture aerospace composites? Then no doubt you are aware that CAMX 2016 is right around the corner. The exhibition booth spaces have been sold...  

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Temperature Measurement with Expendable Load Thermocouples in Aerospace, Metallurgy Applications

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

September 6, 2016

In heat treatment applications there are two important considerations concerning temperature: the furnace temperature and the load temperature. Both are measured with thermocouples. These...  

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Aerospace Composite Manufacturers: How NADCAP & AMS2750E Grow Business

Topics: Aerospace Composites, NADCAP, AMS2750E, metallurgy

Posted by Pat Durkin

September 2, 2016

I had the privilege of attending the latest NADCAP meetings in Montreal late in June. Because so many of our customers in both metallurgy and aerospace composites manufacturing require NADCAP...  

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Voice of Customer on Aerospace Composites Autoclave Thermocouples

Topics: Aerospace Composites

Posted by Pat Durkin

July 11, 2016

At the SAMPE Long Beach conference and exhibition this past May, our management and sales team had the chance to speak with various exhibitors and attendees on topics related to the importance and...  

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4 Pitfalls of Invar Tool Thermocouples and How to Avoid Them

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

June 23, 2016

The molds or tools used for forming and mass producing composite parts can be made of many materials. However, for mass production of complex high performance aerospace composite parts, the material...  

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How can I help YOU do YOUR job better?

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

June 22, 2016

No doubt, many of you are familiar with a famous Tom Cruise scene in the movie Jerry McGuire. Well, this is my "HELP ME, HELP YOU!" moment. Over the past year, we’ve put a lot of effort and...  

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Top 4 Wire and Cable Selections for Industrial OEM Applications

Topics: Applications, industrial

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

June 14, 2016

Whether you’re an end user, buyer, supplier or distributor of wire and cable in the industrial OEM space, when you’re looking for technical specifications and additional information, these top four...  

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Failure NOT an Option for Aerospace Composites Market Growth [SAMPE Long Beach]

Topics: Aerospace Composites

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

May 12, 2016

I don’t know about you, but I’m really looking forward to SAMPE Long Beach 2016. Granted, who wouldn’t want to be in Long Beach in May? These are exciting times for the aerospace autoclaves...  

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It Really is Rocket Science! Part 2: Re-flight of Déjà Vu [Video]

Topics: Applications, wire design, Instrumentation Circuits

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

March 10, 2016

Last month, I shared some exciting news about the pioneering efforts of the student engineers at the University of Southern California's Rocket Propulsion Laboratory (USC-RPL). As promised, here's an...  

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When Thermocouple Failure is NOT an Option: Aerospace Composites [Infographic]

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, Aerospace Composites, NADCAP, Thermocouple Selection

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

March 8, 2016

In all our years of experience with aviation and aerospace composites manufacturers, there is one overriding truth: Thermocouple failure during autoclave composites curing and the parts waste that...  

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Avoid Aviation Composites Curing Failures, Visit Us at WFME Utah Show

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

February 22, 2016

As any aviation composites manufacturer will agree, failure is not an option in the curing process. Superior quality is a "must have" for parts used in the latest aerospace and aviation technologies.  

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It really is Rocket Science! Thermocouples in Aerospace Applications

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Applications, wire design, Instrumentation Circuits

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

February 3, 2016

Nearly a half-century after man set foot on the moon and returned safely to Earth, the wanderlust to escape Earth’s gravity and learn more about ‘what’s out there’ is as strong as ever. A great deal...  

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Are you looking for Oil & Gas Downhole Solutions?

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

January 27, 2016

After achieving success in downhole applications in North America with one of our high temperature extruded thermocouple products, TE Wire & Cable is pleased to announce that we’ve joined the Oil &...  

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Top 5 Blogs that Quench Your Thirst for Thermocouple Knowledge

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, high-temperature wire, wire design, Thermocouple 101

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

December 18, 2015

Whether you’re using thermocouple wire in the aerospace, industrial or metallurgy markets, I have little doubt that the better you understand the ‘devil is in the details’ when it comes to making the...  

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Top 3 Blogs for Composites Manufacturers Looking to Improve Quality, Reduce Waste

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Pat Durkin

December 16, 2015

No question about it: 2015 has been a very busy year for aerospace composites manufacturers. We have every indication that we'll all be even busier in 2016. In my travels all over the globe, many of...  

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What are Your Toughest Composites Manufacturing & Repair Challenges?

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, NADCAP

Posted by Pat Durkin

October 14, 2015

TE Wire will showcase autoclave thermocouple assemblies for demanding aerospace autoclave applications including a new prototype for invar tool temperature measurement.  

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5 Cool Things You’ll Love About Our New TEW&C Thermocouple Website

Topics: Thermocouple Selection

Posted by Patrick Scott

September 3, 2015

Unless you've been on an extended vacation or this is your first visit to our site, you probably noticed some significant changes at www.tewire.com. We've completely revamped the website to make it...  

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Secrets of Thermocouple Wire and Cable Manufacturing [VIDEO]

Posted by Patrick Scott

August 28, 2015

One thing that's no secret: Our top priority is to become your primary source for thermocouple wire and cable. In previous blog posts, we've been very transparent about the various things we're doing...  

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No More Stupid Spool Tricks: Benefits of New Thermocouple RHDPE Reels

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

August 20, 2015

I miss David Letterman. I actually missed Letterman even when he was doing his last shows on the air. The Letterman I miss was the one who threw weird objects off the roofs of tall buildings, just to...  

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Is your composites manufacturing the source of corporate vacuum leaks?

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Pat Durkin

July 22, 2015

Ever been to a butcher shop where huge slabs of meat are hanging for the customers to see? The butcher wants everyone to think of nothing but a juicy steak cooked to perfection. Sadly, as any...  

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Simplify NADCAP Audits with TRAC Thermocouple Traceability [Video]

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, NADCAP

Posted by Pat Durkin

July 10, 2015

Anyone who has been through the scramble of providing the required documentation for Nadcap audits knows the related headaches. Take my word for it, from what I've been told by several aerospace...  

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The Strength (and Beauty) of Aerospace Composites [Video]

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Pat Durkin

July 7, 2015

No matter how many times you travel in one of those big beautiful birds flying the friendly skies, you cannot help but admire the beauty and strength of the aviation / aerospace composites that are...  

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4 Ways Thermocouple Wire Vendors Build Value, Long Term Relationships

Topics: Innovation through Synergy, continuous improvement, supplier relationships

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

May 5, 2015

In all aspects of our lives, personal and professional, each of us strives to build valuable, lasting relationships and the building process continues through the course of our entire life. The topic...  

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Going to SAMPE Baltimore? Get your FREE Exhibit Hall Passes!

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

April 29, 2015

There's no getting around it: Baltimore has taken a serious publicity hit in the news recently. Unless you've been hiking in the Outback or hiding under a rock, the rioting and unrest of the past few...  

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How to Improve Aviation / Aerospace Composite Curing Quality [Video]

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, NADCAP

Posted by Pat Durkin

April 21, 2015

Last week, during the MRO Americas Show in Miami, Regina Kenney from Aviation Week dropped by for a brief interview on how to improve composite curing quality in aviation applications.  

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Spring Clearance: Thermocouple Wire Short Length Sale ends 4/30!

Posted by Maria Salvano

April 20, 2015

After a thorough spring cleaning, TE Wire is pleased to announce our first-ever Spring Clearance Sale on short length stock inventory. Last chance to order is April 30th! Take advantage of this rare...  

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Learn more about Aviation Composites Curing at MRO Americas 2015

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

April 10, 2015

I must admit, Pat Durkin has some great stories to tell. That's the way it is when you're on the road as much as we are. And I'm sure my fellow globe-trotting associate will admit that as we travel...  

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Autoclave Thermocouples, Airline Safety and Pilot Speeches

Posted by Pat Durkin

April 7, 2015

Under normal conditions, the specter of flight safety never enters my mind. This is especially true since my company provides AccuClave autoclave thermocouples to most of the world’s composite part...  

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Applying 6S Continuous Improvement to Shipping

Topics: continuous improvement

Posted by Dana Weinstein

March 17, 2015

Have you ever been completing a task, deep in concentration, and suddenly you’re interrupted – a coworker with a question, you ran out of staples, you lost your pen – and now you’ve lost that...  

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How to Control “Noise” in Instrumentation Circuits (Part 2)

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, Thermocouple 101, Instrumentation Circuits

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

March 11, 2015

Understanding Noise Levels and Installation Considerations In part one, we discussed the four types of noise frequently found in instrumentation circuits (i.e., Common Mode, Cross Talk, Static and...  

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Attention Composites Manufacturers: How much is your TIME worth?

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

March 5, 2015

Yesterday, I attended the 10th Annual Wasatch Front Materials Expo (that’s WFME for you acronym lovers). This was my first visit to the SAMPE Utah chapter’s show, which is a four-hour blitz of an...  

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Dr TC's Cure for Autoclave Thermocouple Reversed Polarity

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Pat Durkin

March 3, 2015

It’s the ugly stuff bad dreams are made of: You load up your parts in the autoclave or curing oven and then plug the thermocouple wires into the jack panel. Everything looks good and the door closes....  

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How to Control Noise in Instrumentation Circuits (Part 1)

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, Thermocouple 101, Instrumentation Circuits

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

February 26, 2015

4 Common Sources of Noise that Affect Instrumentation Circuits It can be a real challenge to select the right thermocouple wire. You not only have to determine the type of thermocouple elements to...  

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5 Awesome Reasons to try the Instant Help of Online Chat!

Topics: Thermocouple Selection

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

February 18, 2015

Over the last few months, TE Wire & Cable team has been working meticulously on making our customers internet experience more valuable and enjoyable. In the next few weeks we are preparing to roll...  

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Collaboration Leads to Innovation in Wire and Cable Design

Topics: wire design, Innovation through Synergy

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

January 22, 2015

Two skills that help you identify the best products and applications for customers  

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Dr Thermocouple’s Cure for Erratic Temperature Readings in Composites Manufacturing

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Pat Durkin

December 17, 2014

Questions from customers who manufacture composite structures are always important to me. One big reason is because I fly over 200,000 miles a year in the very planes containing parts they supply....  

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Top 3 Considerations when Selecting Type K Thermocouple Wire

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, thermocouple wire calibration, high-temperature wire, wire design, Thermocouple 101

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

October 2, 2014

Thermocouple (TC) wires are used in a wide range of industries. I have personally worked on some unique projects and it always amazes me how innovative people get especially in the niche...  

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When the Composites Manufacturing Gets Tough, the Tough Go to CAMX

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, NADCAP

Posted by Pat Durkin

September 16, 2014

TE Wire will showcase autoclave thermocouple assemblies for demanding aerospace autoclave applications  

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What is the impact of Nickel pricing on significant users of Thermocouple Wire? [UPDATE]

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

September 11, 2014

Across the industry, most wire and cable users are aware of the impact that copper prices have on product costs. Copper is a cost factor in many thermocouple (TC) products as well, but TC wire is...  

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Ready to Turn Up the Heat? Join Us at Furnaces North America 2014!

Topics: ISO17025, high-temperature wire, metallurgy

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

September 9, 2014

TE Wire to showcase high accuracy thermocouple wire and cable solutions for metallurgy applications at Furnaces North America 2014  

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NADCAP Audit of Composite Autoclave Manufacturing made Easy (Yeah, right!)

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, NADCAP, AMS2750E

Posted by Pat Durkin

August 21, 2014

 

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Thermocouple Wire Recycling Part II: 5 Easy Steps to Get Started

Topics: thermocouple wire recycling

Posted by Joanne Ward

July 31, 2014

In part I, we discussed the key benefits of thermocouple wire recycling. On the business side, it helps you recoup some of your initial equipment investment and creates jobs in the scrap metal...  

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Thermocouple Wire Recycling Part I: Going Green Protects Planet, Saves Greenbacks

Topics: thermocouple wire calibration, thermocouple wire recycling

Posted by Joanne Ward

July 25, 2014

What do you do with your used thermocouple wire? Does it get thrown out along with your trash? If so, then it’s time to examine the financial and environmental reasons for starting a thermocouple...  

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Keep Customers Happy: High-Performance Wire and Cable Design Solutions

Topics: high-temperature wire, wire design

Posted by Patrick Scott

July 16, 2014

What do the industrial, commercial and RF communication, aerospace and defense markets all have in common? Customers in these markets all require wire design solutions that fit their exact technical...  

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Everything You Wanted to Know About Thermocouple Theory and Chemistry (but Were Afraid to Ask)

Topics: Thermocouple 101

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

July 9, 2014

Tomorrow marks my eighth year of selling thermocouple wire and cable. Like many people, I started in this industry very early and as in any niche industry most of what I learn was by seeing,...  

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3 Basic Steps to Selecting the Right Thermocouple Wire for Your Application

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, thermocouple color codes, thermocouple wire calibration

Posted by Pat Durkin

May 20, 2014

When it comes to selecting the right thermocouple wire, it’s all about temperature and accuracy. It is vital to select a TC wire that fits within the temperature range of your application. Why?...  

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5 More Reasons Why You Should Attend SAMPE

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, NADCAP

Posted by Pat Durkin

May 14, 2014

Yesterday, I shared an infographic from SAMPE about the Seattle show coming in June. For many aerospace composites manufacturers, it is one of, if not THE tradeshow to attend each year.  

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20 Reasons Why You Should Attend SAMPE [Infographic]

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Pat Durkin

May 13, 2014

As I was reviewing my emails regarding next month's SAMPE show in Seattle, I happened upon an interesting infographic (shown below). A couple of facts really stood out to me:  

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4 Ways to Meet Increased Demands on Aerospace Autoclave Applications

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Pat Durkin

April 16, 2014

I’ve attended the JEC Composite Paris Exhibit for the past 11 years. In years past, there wasn’t a single, unifying discussion point voiced by the assembled masses. To me, this year was different....  

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The RIGHT Autoclave Thermocouple to Cure Your Sexy Beast, Part 1

Topics: Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Pat Durkin

April 10, 2014

Now that we've got your attention, there is no denying it: Some amazing things are being done with composite materials outside of the aerospace sector. Case in point, check out this amazing video...  

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How to Reduce Aerospace Autoclave Applications Setup Time by 90%

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Pat Durkin

April 8, 2014

It goes without saying, but I'm going to say it anyway: Time is money. One of the biggest challenges faced by aerospace autoclave manufacturers is the production cycle time.  

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5 Reasons to use Gas-Block Cables in Power Generation Applications

Topics: hazardous environments, Gas-Block, Power Generation, ATEX Cable

Posted by Pat Durkin

April 2, 2014

In power generation applications, the cabling used must meet ATEX and IECEx (Class 1 Div 2) standards. ATEX (ATmosphères EXplosibles) is an EU directive that mandates compliance requirements for the...  

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Does Your Thermocouple Wire Measure Up to Global Standards for Aluminum Heat Treat?

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, AMS2750E, International Standards, ISO17025, Calibration Lab Accreditation

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

March 26, 2014

A few years ago, companies doing aerospace profiles and extrusions followed their internal procedures, with no industry standards to drive quality assurance. In many cases, aluminum heat treatment...  

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Now Available: UL-rated 600V Thermocouple Extension Cable

Topics: 600V extension cable

Posted by Michelle Florence

March 18, 2014

UL 1277 listed 600V TC Thermocouple Extension Tray Cable is now available from your most trusted name in thermocouple, TE Wire & Cable.  

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NADCAP Group define AMS2750E Adjunct Spec for Aerospace Composites

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, NADCAP, AMS2750E

Posted by Pat Durkin

March 6, 2014

I recently participated in two NADCAP* group sessions in London, UK over the week of February 23-27, 2014; Composite Task Group and the Heat Treating Task Group. The attendance at both groups was...  

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What do the thermocouple wire color codes mean?

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, thermocouple color codes

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

February 11, 2014

 

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Can different thermocouple wire calibration types be used in the same circuit?

Topics: Thermocouple Selection

Posted by Michelle Florence

February 6, 2014

The short answer is ‘no’.  

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The ABC’s of thermocouple wire calibration types: What do they mean?

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, thermocouple wire calibration

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

January 29, 2014

When it comes to thermocouple wire, there’s a veritable alphabet of calibration types available: K type thermocouple, J type thermocouple, T type and so on. We’re frequently asked: What do these...  

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AIRBUS final assembly: Totally cool time lapse video

Topics: Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples

Posted by Pat Durkin

January 23, 2014

This totally cool time lapse video shows the final assembly of an AIRBUS A380.  

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Observations from the annual NADCAP meeting

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, NADCAP

Posted by Pat Durkin

December 11, 2013

 

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It PAYS to keep TRAC of your aerospace composites thermocouples!

Topics: Thermocouple Traceability, Aerospace Composites, Autoclave Thermocouples, NADCAP

Posted by Pat Durkin

December 5, 2013

 

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Need help finding the right thermocouple solution for your application?

Topics: Thermocouple Selection, Applications

Posted by Michelle Florence

December 3, 2013

 

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