88311E Heavy T-Handle Penetration Thermocouple Probe

Supported Applications

The Omega Heavy Duty T-Handle Penetration Thermocouple Probe series comprises specialty thermocouples designed for industrial, food, and laboratory applications. These probes are engineered to measure temperature in soft materials such as rubber and within the frozen food industry. The product line supports steam washdown applications through specific configurations.

Operating Conditions & Performance

The series meets or exceeds Special Limits of Error (SLE) and EN 60584-2 Tolerance Class 1 accuracy standards. Measurement ranges vary by thermocouple type: sub-zero to 425°C (800°F) for Type E, and sub-zero to 480°C (900°F) for Type K. Specific probe configurations have distinct temperature limits; the Low-Profile Penetration Probe handle is rated to 162°C (325°F), while the Epoxy Coated Tip Thermocouple is rated to 105°C (221°F). Wetted materials include 304 Stainless Steel, Inconel 600 (INC), and PFA insulated wire.

Configuration Options

The series offers a broad envelope of configurations across multiple probe styles including Heavy-Duty Penetration Probe, Tee-Style Penetration Probe, Fine Tip TJ Probe, Low-Profile Penetration Probe, Autoclave Probe, and Epoxy Coated Tip Thermocouple. Selection parameters include:

• Thermocouple Types: Type J, K, T, or E.
• Process Connections: Penetration tip, threaded tip, hypodermic tip, or epoxy sealed junction tip.
• Housing and Sheath Materials: 304 SS with black plastic handle; sheaths available in 304 Stainless Steel (SS) or Inconel 600 (INC).
• Dimensions: Probe diameters of ¼" OD (6.4 mm), ⅛" OD (3.2 mm), and 1.6 mm (0.063"); insertion lengths include 100 mm (4"), 203 mm (8"), and 250 mm (10"). Overall length is typically 1.5 m (5') with a stem length of 150 mm (6") for specific models.
• Electrical Connections: RSC coiled cable options include miniature connector, subminiature male connector, or molded miniature connector.

Additional capabilities include stripped leads available for epoxy coated thermocouples by adding the "-SE" suffix. Consult sales for 316 SS sheath availability and other lengths not listed in standard configurations.

Key Product Differences

The series is organized into distinct model families with specific coding structures:

• 88310, 88311, 88312, 88313 Series: Configured by thermocouple type or calibration (e.g., 88312-E).
• TJFT72 Series: Fine Tip TJ Probes configured by Calibration - Sheath - Length - Connector (example: TJFT72-K-SS-116G-6-SMPW-M). Junction types include Grounded (G) and Ungrounded (U).
• TJ36 Series: Configured by Calibration - Junction Type - Length - Connector.
• TC-PVC / 5TC-PVC Series: Epoxy coated probes configured by Calibration and Length.