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Industry News
22 November 2009 ›
SWAGELOK has launched new bimetal
thermometers and thermowells for
general industry to expand its temperature
measurement devices line, which includes
thermometers and thermowells for sanitary
applications.
The dampened-movement bimetal
thermometers operate in measurement
ranges from -70° to 540°C (-100° to 1,000°F)
and are available in adjustable-angle,
centre-back, and lower-back mount process
connections. Each Swagelok thermometer is
factory calibrated, and the products feature
external reset for field calibration.
“Our customers depend on Swagelok
products to provide high integrity
measurement and tighter process control of
their systems,” commented Bill Menz, market
manager for process instrumentation. “The
addition of thermometers and thermowells
for general industry is a natural complement
to our existing product line.”
The dampened-movement bimetal
thermometers are accurate to ±1% of
full scale in accordance with ASME
B40.200, and are actuated by a sensitive
bimetal helix coil. Silicone-free gel in the
thermometer stem dampens vibration
effects. To prevent fogging and moisture
damage to working components, the dials
are hermetically sealed.
Swagelok thermowells for general industry
are designed to protect the thermometers
from contact with viscous, pressurised,
corrosive, or abrasive process fluids. They
also enable removal of thermometers for
replacement or service without affecting the
process or system. The thermowells feature
standard 304 stainless steel constructions,
and 316 stainless steel upon request. The
product is available in straight, reduced,
and tapered shaft designs. Instrument
connections include ½" female NPSM
straight and female G1/2B connections.
Process connections include flange, sanitary
clamp, threaded, and weld socket in ½" to 2"
sizes. Thermowells for sanitary applications
are 3-A compliant.
Swagelok Company – USA
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Expanded temperature measurement device range
 Swagelok’s bimetal thermometers