Self-validating thermocouples based on high temperature fixed points

Pearce, J.V., Ongrai, O., MacHin, G. and Sweeney, S.J. (2010) Self-validating thermocouples based on high temperature fixed points. Metrologia, 47(1), L1-L3. (doi: 10.1088/0026-1394/47/1/L01)

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Abstract

We report the development of a self-validating high temperature thermocouple, whereby a high temperature fixed point of metal–carbon eutectic alloy forms an integral part of the thermocouple measuring junction, permitting in situ calibration.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Sweeney, Professor Stephen
Authors: Pearce, J.V., Ongrai, O., MacHin, G., and Sweeney, S.J.
College/School:College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering > Electronics and Nanoscale Engineering
Journal Name:Metrologia
Publisher:IOP Publishing
ISSN:0026-1394
ISSN (Online):1681-7575
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