Thermowell, 0.260in Bore, 1/2in NPT Connection, 12in Long

Thermowell, 0.260in Bore, 1/2in NPT Connection, 12in Long

Specifications:

• Type: Standard Duty Thermowell
• Bore Diameter: 0.260 inches
• Process Connection: 1/2" NPT (National Pipe Thread)
• Overall Length: 12 inches
• Insertion Length ("U" Length): 10.5 inches
• Material: 316 Stainless Steel (316SS)

What is a Thermowell? A thermowell is a robust, pressure-tight receptacle designed to protect a temperature sensor from the harsh conditions of an industrial process. It acts as a permanent barrier between the sensor and the process media, safeguarding it from corrosive chemicals, high pressures, and damaging flow velocities. This protection is crucial for extending the sensor's operational life and ensuring accurate, reliable temperature readings.

Key Benefits and Applications: Thermowells are essential components in any process control system. By installing a thermowell directly into your piping or vessel, you gain several significant advantages:

• Sensor Protection: Shields delicate temperature probes (like thermocouples or RTDs) from mechanical damage and chemical corrosion, dramatically increasing sensor longevity.
• Simplified Maintenance: Facilitates easy sensor replacement or calibration without needing to shut down or drain the entire process system. This minimizes downtime and maintains operational continuity, especially in high-pressure pipelines.
• Process Integrity: Prevents leaks and maintains the pressure barrier of the system, which is critical for safety and efficiency.
• Standardization: Using standardized thermowells across a facility allows for the flexible relocation and interchangeability of sensors, streamlining plant-wide maintenance and inventory.

Why Choose Pyromation? Pyromation has a proven track record of producing high-quality thermowells trusted across a wide range of industries and applications. Our extensive product line includes a variety of connection types to suit any need, including threaded, flanged, socket-weld, weld-in, and Van Stone designs. This specific 316 stainless steel model offers excellent corrosion resistance, making it suitable for many chemical and processing environments.

Thermowells are available as standalone components or as part of complete, ready-to-install temperature sensor assemblies.