TECHNICAL DATA 3/10/2011
12801 Ann Street, Santa Fe Springs, California 90670 TEL 562-906-3300 FAX 562-941-9505
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VAC-PAK IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF RICHMOND AIRCRAFT PRODUCTS INC.
NOTE: DATA PROVIDED IS FOR INFORMATION ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITU TE ANY WARRANTY FOR THE PRODUCT. AS THE CONDITIONS AND VARYING
METHODS OF USE ARE BEYOND OUR CONTROL, RI CHMOND AIRCRAFT PRODUCTS, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENT AL,
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST REVE NUES OR LOST PROFITS, WHICH MAY RESULT FROM THE USE, OR INABIL ITY
TO USE THESE MATERIALS. THESE MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDI NG,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Fluoropolymer Insulated
TE WIRE & CABLE – AUTOCLAVE THERMOCOUPLE
Applications
Autoclaves
Composites
Cryogenics
Food and Drug
Biotech
Laboratory
Automotive
Environmental Chambers
Product Features
Labor Saving Patented*** Thermo-
couple Assembly
Reduced Vacuum Leakage
Molded-on Connector Rated to
500 F (260 C)
Small Diameter
High Accuracy
Small Thermal Mass
Excellent Chemical
Resistance
Available Options
Mini connector Rated to 250 F (121 C)
Available as Bulk Wire
High Temperature Braided Insulations for 950 F (510 C) to 2200 F
(1204 C)
Special Color Codes
Certification to BAC 5621
Calibration Test Reports
Product Specifications
Conductors:
Solid thermocouple wire per ASTM E230 & ANSI MC96.1
Insulation:
Flame Retardant extruded
Fluoropolymer FEP or PFA
Construction:
Overall insulation encapsulating parallel conductors
Operating Temperature:
FEP -328 F (-200 C) to + 400 F (+200 C) continuous
PFA -328 F (-200 C) to 500 F (+260 C) continuous
Limits of Error:
Conforms to ASTM E230, IEC 584 and ANSI MC 96.1
Color Code:
Varies with insulation type
TECHNICAL DATA 3/10/2011
12801 Ann Street, Santa Fe Springs, California 90670 TEL 562-906-3300 FAX 562-941-9505
-86-
VAC-PAK IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF RICHMOND AIRCRAFT PRODUCTS INC.
NOTE: DATA PROVIDED IS FOR INFORMATION ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITU TE ANY WARRANTY FOR THE PRODUCT. AS THE CONDITIONS AND VARYING
METHODS OF USE ARE BEYOND OUR CONTROL, RI CHMOND AIRCRAFT PRODUCTS, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENT AL,
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST REVE NUES OR LOST PROFITS, WHICH MAY RESULT FROM THE USE, OR INABIL ITY
TO USE THESE MATERIALS. THESE MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDI NG,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Nominal Weights and Dimensions Fluoropolymer Autoclave Thermocouple Wire
Conductor Size Insulation Thickness Outer Diameter Bulk Wire Net Weight
AWG (MM) Inches (MM) Inches (MM) LB/MF (KG/KM)
20 (0.81) .015 (.38) .065 x .115 (1.7 x 2.9) 10.9 (16.2)
22 (0.64) .010 (.25) .045 x .090 (1.1 x 2.3) 5.8 (8.6)
24 (0.51) .010 (.25) .040 x .080 (1.0 x 2.0) 4.4 (6.5)
26 (0.41) .010 (.25) .036 x .072 (.91 x 1.8) 3.2 (4.8)
28 (0.32) .010 (.25) .032 x .066 (.81 x 1.7) 2.5 (3.7)
These economical, ready to use, patented*** AUTOCLAVE THERMOCOUPLE have a unique design character-
istics which reduce vacuum leakage during use. The key to the effectiveness of the encapsulated AUTOCLAVE
THERMOCOUPLE is its unique, proprietary, single extrusion thermocouple wire with molded-on connector con-
struction, which virtually eliminates leakage. The construction consists of special grade limits of error thermocou-
ple wire with a welded junction and permanently molded, high temperature standard size connector (miniature
molded connectors are available).
AUTOCLAVE THERMOCOUPLES are available in a wide variety of lengths, conductor sizes and insulation ma-
terials. Calibration Type J, K, T and E thermocouples are available.
Standard insulation materials, including FEP, PFA, polyimide tape, and B-Fiber/Glass (synthetic polyamide fiber
blend with a fiberglass outer jacket), provide extensive operating temperature ranges to fit a wide variety of appli-
cations. Other insulations with temperature ratings up to 2200 F (1204 C) are available (molded connector is lim-
ited to lower rated operating temperature).
Every unit is tested for circuit integrity and correct polarity. In addition, AUTOCLAVE THERMOCOUPLE meets
MIL-STD-105 Sampling Procedure for Inspection and MIL-I-45208A Inspection System Requirements.
The products referenced above represent the most popular constructions. Other constructions can be manufactured
to meet individual specification and application requirements. Contact us for additional information.
Thermocouple
Type
Grade
Designation
Tolerance-Reference Junction 32 F (O C)
Special Grade Limits
F ( C) whichever is greater
Thermocouple Wire
T TT +0.9 (0.5) or 0.4%
J JJ +2 (1.1) or 0.4%
E EE +1.8 (1) or 0.4%
K KK +2 (1.1) or 0.4%
T* Cryogenic Range TT* +0.9 (0.5) or 0.8%**
* Thermocouple material is normally supplied to meet tolerances above 0 C (32 F). If material is required to meet
Tolerances below 0 C (32 F), the purchase order must so state. Special selection of material is required.
**
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Suggested initial calibration tolerance. Requirements should be discussed between purchaser and supplier.
Patented by TE Wire and Cable.
Table 1
Initial Calibration Tolerances Per ASTM E230 and ANSI MC96.1