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Quick-Connect Thermocouple Probes for Surfaces
The probe tips come attached to mounting connections for fast installation.
Note: When installing probes with wire leads, the red wire is negative.
Hose-clamp and hook-and-loop probes fit around pipes, tubes, and cylindrical containers.
Magnetic probes mount on any flat, ferrous surface.
Clip probes attach to vents, oven racks, circuit boards, and other irregular surfaces.
Bolt-on probes mount on motors, machines, and other equipment for temperature readings in high-vibration environments.
Adhesive-back probes stick to your surface and have a slim profile that fits in tight spots.
Thermocouple Type | Temperature Range, ° F | Opening Range | Accuracy | Response Time, sec. | Cable Lg., ft. | Connection Type | Sensor Type | Cable Material | Max. Cable Temperature, ° F | Pin Lg. | Wd. | Fasteners Included | Each | |
301 Stainless Steel Probe | ||||||||||||||
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J | 32° to 250° | 11/16" - 1 1/4" | ±0.75% | 25 | 10 | Flat Pin | Grounded | Stainless Steel | 950° | 1/2" | 9/16" | Yes | 000000000 | 000000 |
J | 32° to 250° | 13/16" - 1 1/2" | ±0.75% | 25 | 10 | Flat Pin | Grounded | Stainless Steel | 950° | 1/2" | 9/16" | Yes | 000000000 | 00000 |
J | 32° to 250° | 1 5/16" - 2 1/4" | ±0.75% | 25 | 10 | Flat Pin | Grounded | Stainless Steel | 950° | 1/2" | 9/16" | Yes | 000000000 | 00000 |
K | 32° to 250° | 11/16" - 1 1/4" | ±0.75% | 25 | 10 | Flat Pin | Grounded | Stainless Steel | 950° | 1/2" | 9/16" | Yes | 000000000 | 00000 |
K | 32° to 250° | 13/16" - 1 1/2" | ±0.75% | 25 | 10 | Flat Pin | Grounded | Stainless Steel | 950° | 1/2" | 9/16" | Yes | 000000000 | 00000 |
K | 32° to 250° | 1 5/16" - 2 1/4" | ±0.75% | 25 | 10 | Flat Pin | Grounded | Stainless Steel | 950° | 1/2" | 9/16" | Yes | 000000000 | 00000 |
Material | Strap | |||||||||||||||
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Thermocouple Type | Temperature Range, ° F | Accuracy | Response Time, sec. | Cable Lg., ft. | Connection Type | Sensor Type | Cable | Insulation | Jacket | Max. Cable Temperature, ° F | Pin Lg. | Wire Gauge | Wd. | Lg. | Each | |
Nylon Probe | ||||||||||||||||
J | -310° to 250° | ±3° F | 60 | 10 | Flat Pin | Exposed | PVC Plastic | PVC | PVC | 250° | 1/2" | 24 | 1" | 8" | 000000000 | 000000 |
K | -415° to 250° | ±3° F | 60 | 10 | Flat Pin | Exposed | PVC Plastic | PVC | PVC | 250° | 1/2" | 24 | 1" | 8" | 000000000 | 00000 |
Probe | Material | Wire | ||||||||||||||
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Thermocouple Type | Temperature Range, ° F | Lg. | Dia. | Accuracy | Cable Lg., ft. | Connection Type | Sensor Type | Cable | Insulation | Jacket | Max. Cable Temperature, ° F | Lead Lg. | Gauge | Holding Force, lbs. | Each | |
304 Stainless Steel Probe | ||||||||||||||||
J | 32° to 1000° | 1/2" | 1" | ±0.75% | 6 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | Fiberglass | Fiberglass | 1000° | 1/4" | 24 | 16 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
K | 32° to 1000° | 1/2" | 1" | ±0.75% | 6 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | Fiberglass | Fiberglass | 1000° | 1/4" | 24 | 16 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Material | ||||||||||||||||
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Thermocouple Type | Temperature Range, ° F | Probe Lg. | Accuracy | Response Time, sec. | Cable Lg., ft. | Connection Type | Sensor Type | Cable | Insulation | Jacket | Max. Cable Temperature, ° F | Pin Lg. | Wire Gauge | Opening Size | Each | |
Brass Probe | ||||||||||||||||
J | -310° to 250° | 2" | ±5° F | 5 | 5 | Flat Pin | Exposed | PVC Plastic | PVC | PVC | 250° | 1/2" | __ | 3/8" | 00000000 | 000000 |
J | -310° to 850° | 2" | ±5° F | 5 | 10 | Flat Pin | Exposed | Stainless Steel | Glass | Glass | 900° | 1/2" | 24 | 3/8" | 00000000 | 00000 |
K | -415° to 250° | 2" | ±5° F | 5 | 5 | Flat Pin | Exposed | PVC Plastic | PVC | PVC | 250° | 1/2" | __ | 3/8" | 00000000 | 00000 |
K | -415° to 850° | 2" | ±5° F | 5 | 10 | Flat Pin | Exposed | Stainless Steel | Glass | Glass | 900° | 1/2" | 24 | 3/8" | 00000000 | 00000 |
Material | Wire | |||||||||||||||
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Thermocouple Type | Temperature Range, ° F | Probe Lg. | Accuracy | Response Time, sec. | Connection Type | Sensor Type | Insulation | Jacket | Lead Lg. | Gauge | Wd. | Thick. | Bolt Hole Dia. | Fasteners Included | Each | |
Nickel Probe | ||||||||||||||||
J | 32° to 900° | 5/8" | ±0.75% | 2 | Wire Leads | Grounded | Fiberglass | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 48" | 24 | 5/16" | 1/16" | 3/16" | No | 0000000 | 000000 |
K | 32° to 900° | 5/8" | ±0.75% | 2 | Wire Leads | Grounded | Fiberglass | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 48" | 24 | 5/16" | 1/16" | 3/16" | No | 0000000 | 00000 |
T | 32° to 900° | 5/8" | ±0.75% | 2 | Wire Leads | Grounded | Fiberglass | 300 Series Stainless Steel | 48" | 24 | 5/16" | 1/16" | 3/16" | No | 0000000 | 00000 |
Material | Wire | |||||||||||||
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Thermocouple Type | Temperature Range, ° F | Probe Lg. | Accuracy | Response Time, sec. | Connection Type | Sensor Type | Insulation | Jacket | Lead Lg. | Gauge | Wd. | Thick. | Each | |
Polyimide Probe | ||||||||||||||
J | 32° to 400° | 1 1/4" | ±0.75% | 2 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | Fiberglass | 48" | 30 | 1" | 1/16" | 0000000 | 000000 |
K | 32° to 400° | 1 1/4" | ±0.75% | 2 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | Fiberglass | 48" | 30 | 1" | 1/16" | 0000000 | 00000 |
T | 32° to 400° | 1 1/4" | ±0.75% | 2 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | Fiberglass | 48" | 30 | 1" | 1/16" | 0000000 | 00000 |
Thermocouple Probes for Surfaces
Touch the exposed probe tip to your surface for a quick reading.
Note: When installing probes with wire leads, the red wire is negative.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Probe | Wire | ||||||||||||
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Temperature Range, ° F | Lg. | Dia. | Accuracy | Response Time, sec. | Cable Lg., ft. | Connection Type | Sensor Type | Cable Material | Max. Cable Temperature, ° F | Lead Lg. | Gauge | Each | |
Copper Probe | |||||||||||||
Type T | |||||||||||||
-325° to 650° | 3/8" | 1/16" | ±0.75% | 1.8 | 3 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | 900° | 2" | 20 | 0000000 | 000000 |
-325° to 650° | 3/8" | 1/16" | ±0.75% | 1.8 | 6 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | 900° | 2" | 20 | 0000000 | 00000 |
-325° to 650° | 3/8" | 1/16" | ±0.75% | 1.8 | 12 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | 900° | 2" | 20 | 0000000 | 00000 |
-325° to 650° | 3/8" | 1/16" | ±0.75% | 1.8 | 25 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | 900° | 2" | 20 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Iron Probe | |||||||||||||
Type J | |||||||||||||
32° to 900° | 3/8" | 1/16" | ±0.50% | 1.8 | 12 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | 900° | 2" | 20 | 0000000 | 00000 |
32° to 900° | 3/8" | 1/16" | ±0.50% | 1.8 | 25 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | 900° | 2" | 20 | 0000000 | 00000 |
32° to 900° | 3/8" | 1/16" | ±0.75% | 1.8 | 3 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | 900° | 2" | 20 | 0000000 | 00000 |
32° to 900° | 3/8" | 1/16" | ±0.75% | 1.8 | 6 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | 900° | 2" | 20 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Nickel Probe | |||||||||||||
Type K | |||||||||||||
32° to 900° | 3/8" | 1/16" | ±0.50% | 1.8 | 12 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | 900° | 2" | 20 | 0000000 | 00000 |
32° to 900° | 3/8" | 1/16" | ±0.50% | 1.8 | 25 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | 900° | 2" | 20 | 0000000 | 00000 |
32° to 900° | 3/8" | 1/16" | ±0.75% | 1.8 | 3 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | 900° | 2" | 20 | 0000000 | 00000 |
32° to 900° | 3/8" | 1/16" | ±0.75% | 1.8 | 6 | Wire Leads | Exposed | Fiberglass | 900° | 2" | 20 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Hand-Held Thermocouple Probes for Surfaces
Often used with thermocouple thermometers, these probes have a handle for a comfortable grip.
Probe | |||||||||||||
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Temperature Range, °F | Style | Angle | Lg. | Dia. | Response Time, sec. | Cable Lg., ft. | Connection Type | Sensor Type | Cable Material | Max. Cable Temperature, °F | Pin Lg. | Each | |
304 Stainless Steel Probe | |||||||||||||
Type K | |||||||||||||
-40° to 500° | Angled | 60° | 4 1/2" | 11/16" | 4 | 4 | Flat Pin | Grounded | Polyurethane | 175° | 1/2" | 00000000 | 0000000 |
-40° to 1200° | Straight | __ | 4" | 7/16" | 1 | 4 | Flat Pin | Exposed | Polyurethane | 175° | 1/2" | 0000000 | 000000 |
-40° to 1200° | Angled | 90° | 5" | 7/16" | 1 | 4 | Flat Pin | Exposed | Polyurethane | 175° | 1/2" | 00000000 | 000000 |
Wireless Thermocouple Transmitters for Liquids and Gases
Monitor your system’s temperatures directly from your smart device. These battery-powered transmitters send real-time measurements to smartphones and tablets via Bluetooth, so you can easily confirm your processes are functioning properly. Good for route-based monitoring and preventative maintenance, they record measurements on your smart device and send alerts if equipment requires your attention. Use them to maintain a safe distance from your process or to stay out of a dirty environment. Install the app to set your parameters, choose how often you’d like to receive data, and monitor temperatures from up to 300 ft. away. Rated IP65, they’re protected against dust and washdowns.
Strap-mount transmitters can be installed almost anywhere with the included cable tie, so they’re good for equipment that might not have a threaded port available. However, because they mount externally, they are less accurate than threaded-mount transmitters.
Turn your transmitter into a portable monitoring system by adding a quick coupling (not included). This lets you make fast, temporary connections to various equipment in different locations.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Temp. Range, °F | Accuracy | Response Time, sec. | Wireless Range, ft. | Ht. | Wd. | Batteries Included | Environmental Rating | Manufacturer (Series) | Each | |
Bluetooth Connection | ||||||||||
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Strap Mount | ||||||||||
-40° to 257° | ±5% | 1 | 300 | 2 5/16" | 2 7/16" | Yes | IP65 | Parker (Sensonode Blue) | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Data-Logging Hand-Held Thermometers
Measure and store temperature readings and upload the data to a PC.
Thermometers with a USB output transfer data through your PC’s USB port.
For easy upload, thermometers with an SD memory card store readings in Excel format.
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Probe | Replacement Probes | |||||||||||||
No. of Probe Inputs | Temperature Range | Resolution | Accuracy | Response Time, sec. | Cable Lg., ft. | Lg. | Dia. | Features | Specifications Met | Batteries Included | Each | Each | ||
For Use With Air, Gases, Surfaces | ||||||||||||||
Thermometers | ||||||||||||||
1 | -22° to 158° F/ -30° to 70° C | 0.1/ 0.1 | ±1° F/ ±0.5° C | 30 | 3 | 3/4" | 3/16" | USB Output, Min./Max. Memory, LED Status Light | CE Marked | Yes | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
2 | -22° to 572° F/ -30° to 300° C | 0.1/ 0.1 | ±1.75° F/ ±0.90° C | 1.5 | 3 | 1/8" | 3/16" | Auto Power Off, Backlit Display, Built-In Stand, Min./Max. Memory, Real-Time Clock | CE Marked | Yes | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Thermometers with SD Memory Card | ||||||||||||||
3 | -40° to 482° F/ -40° to 250° C | 0.1/ 0.1 | ±12.86° F/ ±7° C | 1 | 3 | 1/8" | 3/16" | Backlit Display, Built-In Stand, Real-Time Clock | CE Marked | Yes | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
4 | -40° to 482° F/ -40° to 250° C | 0.1/ 0.1 | ±5.8° F/ ±4.4° C | 1 | 3 | 1/8" | 3/16" | Auto Power Off, Backlit Display, Built-In Stand, Min./Max. Memory, Real-Time Clock | CE Marked | Yes | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
12 | -40° to 482° F/ -40° to 250° C | 0.1/ 0.1 | ±1.8° F/ ±1° C | 1 | 3 | 1/8" | 3/16" | Auto Power Off, Backlit Display, Data Logging Capabilities | CE Marked | Yes | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Fluke High-Accuracy Data-Logging Thermometers
Store up to 500 readings on these thermometers and determine temperature within ±0.75° F accuracy.
Thermometers with NIST certificate include a calibration certificate traceable to NIST that states the thermometer has passed a test for accuracy.
The optional type K probe (sold separately) connects to your thermometer to measure temperatures up to 537° C or 1000° F.
Probe | ||||||||||||
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No. of Probe Inputs | Temperature Range | Resolution | Accuracy | Response Time, sec. | Cable Lg., ft. | Lg. | Dia. | Manufacturer Part No. | Specifications Met | Batteries Included | Each | |
Thermometers | ||||||||||||
For Use With Air, Gases, Solids, Surfaces | ||||||||||||
1 | -40° to 500° F/-40° to 260° C/233 to 533 K | 0.1/0.1/0.1 | ±0.75° F/±0.4° C | 2 | 3.25 | 3/16" | 1/16" | 53-2B | CE Marked, CSA Certified | Yes | 00000000 | 0000000 |
2 | -40° to 500° F/-40° to 260° C/233 to 533 K | 0.1/0.1/0.1 | ±0.75° F/±0.4° C | 2 | 3.25 | 3/16" | 1/16" | 54-2B | CE Marked, CSA Certified | Yes | 00000000 | 000000 |
Thermometers with NIST Certificate | ||||||||||||
For Use With Air, Gases, Solids, Surfaces | ||||||||||||
1 | -40° to 500° F/-40° to 260° C/233 to 533 K | 0.1/0.1/0.1 | ±0.75° F/±0.4° C | 2 | 3.25 | 3/16" | 1/16" | 53-2B | CE Marked, CSA Certified | Yes | 00000000 | 000000 |
2 | -40° to 500° F/-40° to 260° C/233 to 533 K | 0.1/0.1/0.1 | ±0.75° F/±0.4° C | 2 | 3.25 | 3/16" | 1/16" | 54-2B | CE Marked, CSA Certified | Yes | 00000000 | 00000000 |
Optional Type K Probe (8 3/8" Lg.) | 00000000 | Each | 0000000 |
Extended-Life Data-Logging Thermometers
For more accurate and consistent readings than thermometers with thermocouple probes and a longer service life, this thermometer has a resistance temperature detector (RTD) probe. It logs up to 2,000 time- and date-stamped readings and uploads data to a PC through the USB port.
To conserve battery life, use the optional power adapter (sold separately).
Probe | |||||||||||
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Temperature Range | Resolution | Accuracy | No. of Probe Inputs | Response Time, sec. | Cable Length, ft. | Lg. | Dia. | Specifications Met | Batteries Included | Each | |
For Use With Air, Gases, Liquids, Solids, Surfaces | |||||||||||
-58° to 932° F/-50° to 500° C | 0.1/0.1 | ±0.1° F/±0.1° C | 1 | 10 | 5 | 4" | 3/16" | CE Marked | Yes | 00000000 | 000000000 |
Fluke High-Accuracy Hand-Held Thermometers
Designed for laboratory applications, these thermometers determine temperature within ±0.75° F accuracy.
Thermometers with NIST certificate include a calibration certificate traceable to NIST that states the thermometer has passed a test for accuracy.
The optional type K probe (sold separately) connects to your thermometer to measure temperatures up to 537° C or 1000° F.
Probe | ||||||||||||
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No. of Probe Inputs | Temperature Range | Resolution | Accuracy | Response Time, sec. | Cable Lg., ft. | Lg. | Dia. | Manufacturer Part No. | Specifications Met | Batteries Included | Each | |
Thermometers | ||||||||||||
For Use With Air, Gases, Solids, Surfaces | ||||||||||||
1 | -40° to 500° F/-40° to 260° C/233 to 533 K | 0.1/0.1/0.1 | ±0.75° F/±0.45° C | 2 | 3.25 | 3/16" | 1/16" | 51-2 | CE Marked, CSA Certified | Yes | 00000000 | 0000000 |
2 | -40° to 500° F/-40° to 260° C/233 to 533 K | 0.1/0.1/0.1 | ±0.75° F/±0.45° C | 2 | 3.25 | 3/16" | 1/16" | 52-2 | CE Marked, CSA Certified | Yes | 00000000 | 000000 |
Thermometers with NIST Certificate | ||||||||||||
For Use With Air, Gases, Solids, Surfaces | ||||||||||||
1 | -40° to 500° F/-40° to 260° C/233 to 533 K | 0.1/0.1/0.1 | ±0.75° F/±0.45° C | 2 | 3.25 | 3/16" | 1/16" | 51-2 | CE Marked, CSA Certified | Yes | 00000000 | 000000 |
2 | -40° to 500° F/-40° to 260° C/233 to 533 K | 0.1/0.1/0.1 | ±0.75° F/±0.45° C | 2 | 3.25 | 3/16" | 1/16" | 52-2 | CE Marked, CSA Certified | Yes | 00000000 | 000000 |
Optional Type K Probe (8 3/8" Lg.) | 00000000 | Each | 0000000 |
High-Temperature Water-Resistant Hand-Held Thermometers
The thermocouple probe measures temperatures up to 500° F, and the thermometer housing is IP07 rated for protection from temporary submersion.
Probe | ||||||||||||
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Temperature Range | Resolution | Accuracy | No. of Probe Inputs | Response Time, sec. | Cable Lg., ft. | Lg. | Dia. | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Batteries Included | Each | |
For Use With Surfaces | ||||||||||||
-100° to 500° F/-73° to 260° C | 0.1, 1/0.1, 1 | -6.3° F to +2.7° F/-3.5° C to +1.5° C | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 3/4" | 11/16" | IP07 | CE Marked | Yes | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Stainless Steel Replacement Probe | 00000000 | Each | 0000000 |