TE Wire & Cable Thermocouple Solutions Blog

  

What's HOT at Heat Treat 2017?

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

Oct 23, 2017 2:45:44 PM

 

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 manufacturing issues and other problems if you don’t make an educated decision.  

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

Why use Fiberglass Insulation for your thermocouple application?

Posted by Joseph Ugalde

Jan 10, 2017 8:00:00 AM

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.  These braided products, come in many different variations depending on the use, not to mention there are also different saturants, grades of thermocouple, shields, and armors that can be applied over/to your wire or cable.

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

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

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

Mar 8, 2016 8:29:21 AM

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 results is NOT an option. The secrets to achieving zero failures are outlined in the following infographic.

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

Top 5 Blogs that Quench Your Thirst for Thermocouple Knowledge

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

Dec 18, 2015 7:30:00 AM

 

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 right wire design selection for your applications, the better your chances of success. 

 

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

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

Posted by Patrick Scott

Sep 3, 2015 9:26:26 AM

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 one of the most convenient and comprehensive resources on all things related to thermocouple wire and cable.

 

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Topics: Thermocouple Selection

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

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

Mar 11, 2015 7:28:29 AM

 

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 Magnetic) as well as the methods used to correct the problems they cause.

 

Next, we discuss the types of noise levels found in various environments and some installation considerations that will help you mitigate or completely eliminate the noise problems.

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Topics: Thermocouple Selection, Thermocouple 101, Instrumentation Circuits

How to Control Noise in Instrumentation Circuits (Part 1)

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

Feb 26, 2015 7:00:00 AM

 

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 use, but also the temperature range, calibration accuracy and insulation type  for your application. With thousands of different configurations, it’s still far less complicated than thermocouple and instrumentation cable circuits. Regardless, it is important to know how to control noise in instrumentation circuits.

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Topics: Thermocouple Selection, Thermocouple 101, Instrumentation Circuits

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

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

Feb 18, 2015 10:59:19 AM

 

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 out our brand new website. Out of many useful features and the vast plethora of information on our old website, I want one feature to make its way to the new website.

 

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Topics: Thermocouple Selection

Top 3 Considerations when Selecting Type K Thermocouple Wire

Posted by Vlad Fedorchak

Oct 2, 2014 9:37:48 AM

 

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 applications. For example, one well known aerospace company is designing cryogenic temperature monitoring system utilizing thermocouple wire in space satellites. Cool stuff. Literally.

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

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

Posted by Pat Durkin

May 20, 2014 11:00:00 AM

 

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? Because a wire that doesn’t fit the required temperature range will not provide accurate temperature measurement. And this could lead to system or parts damage if the elements of your application get too hot.

 

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