TempoTech’s Thermocouple connection heads are enclosures designed to house the thermocouple junction and provide a safe, protected environment for the connections to the temperature measurement system. These heads are typically used in industrial or scientific settings where temperature measurement needs to be done reliably and securely.
Key features:-
- Protection: They protect the thermocouple from physical damage, environmental factors like moisture, dust, or chemicals, and prevent corrosion.
- Wiring: They provide a space for wiring the thermocouple to the measuring equipment, often including terminals for easy connection and disconnection.
- Ease of Maintenance: They allow for easier replacement or servicing of the thermocouple sensor without needing to disturb the rest of the setup.
- Environmental Sealing: Many connection heads are sealed to prevent moisture or contaminants from affecting the thermocouple or wiring.
Application Note
WM-EXPLOSION PROOF Wall Mount Style Ennclosure – WM Explosion Proof Wall Mount Style Enclosure is a robust and flexible solution designed for housing thermocouple junctions and wiring in hazardous industrial environments. Unlike conventional connection heads mounted directly on sensors, this enclosure is designed for wall-mounted installation, allowing safe and convenient placement away from high-temperature, vibration or restricted areas.
Constructed from heavy-duty materials such as aluminum or stainless steel, the enclosure provides excellent protection against environmental factors including moisture, dust and chemical exposure. Its explosion-proof design ensures that any internal ignition is contained within the housing, preventing it from propagating to the surrounding atmosphere and making it suitable for hazardous locations.
The wall-mounted configuration enhances accessibility for maintenance and inspection, allowing technicians to service or replace components without disturbing the process installation. It also enables better cable management and organized wiring connections through integrated terminals and connection ports.
Available in multiple NPT configurations, the WM enclosure offers flexibility for integration into various industrial systems. It is widely used in industries such as oil and gas, chemical processing, power generation and other process environments where safety, accessibility and reliability are critical.
Explosion-proof design: The thermocouple head is made from durable, heavy-duty materials stainless steel and aluminum. The “explosion-proof” designation refers to the housing’s ability to contain the explosion, preventing it from reaching the surrounding environments.
| PART NO. | ID | OD |
| EXP-WMA-12-34 | 1/2” NPT | 3/4” NPT |
| EXP-WMA-12-12 | 1/2” NPT | 1/2” NPT |
| EXP-WMA-34-34 | 3/4” NPT | 3/4” NPT |
