Hello! Do I need this Fluke 80AK-A Thermocouple Adapter for accurate temperature reading if I have the old 80BK integrated DMM temperature probe with banana plug type? Thank you for your info!
158520
Only if you want to use your old temperature probe with a newer fluke that had the round red and black connections. It is an adaptor that allows older probes to used.
158521
No. The Fluke 80AK-A Thermocouple adapter just allows the flat blades of a standard K type to plug into the shrouded banana jack inputs of a Fluke meter like an 87V. There are no components or circuit in the adapter. It is a straight through adapter. If you have a type K Thermocouple with banana ends already the adapter is not required. (It must be a type K)
158522
No. The adapter is only required, and used, to allow you to plug in a non-banana "K" type probe (flat spaded type).
743206
362F is really low for soldering though. Try it at 750. Also, is your temp gun accurate? I reccomend purchasig an actual tip thermometer.
1137900
I have my Fluke multimeter at work. I will be happy to check current draw for you this coming Monday after work.
1250792
The probes furnished with the thermometer would not stand up to 392F. I would go with the temperatures listed by Taylor. The instructions on setting the high and low settings and alarm times leave something to be desired. Once you figure out how to set it, the thermometer works very well. I use them on HVAC equipment and recirculating hot water heating systems to measure supply and return temperatures. By checking the temperatures several times a day, I make sure the equipment is operating correctly.
659864
I'm not sure what their official stance would be, but I would say "yes." The probe they package with the ChefAlarm is rated to 572F, and short-term exposure all the way up to 700F. I've certainly never had any issues with probe failures that seemed to be secondary to heat (at least, not with ThermoWorks probes). Having said that, I usually recommend purchasing a second replacement probe just in case; repeated kinking at high temps *can* cause issues even with the best probes, and it can be really annoying to be stuck without a usable probe at the wrong moment.
2089347
The STC-1000. For the price and functionality you absolutely can't go better. I have one controlling the temperature in my homebrew refrigerator and another for backup (the price was so cheap, I thought for sure it would burn out or stop working, but 1 year and it's still working perfectly). Mine only reads in celsius, but I have a chart right next to it that converts to F so I can easily adjust. It is digital and you can program very specifically the upper and lower ranges and read the current termperature at any time. The temperature probe is very small (compared to a manual knob type I have and paid much more for). It does require some wiring, so it's a little DIY, but there are videos on youtube that show pretty well how to do it. Be sure an watch those before you make your final decision to make sure you're up for a little wiring (I know nothing about electricity or wiring and was able to do it in 30 minutes or so)
1947751
I would have to look up that Fluke model to be sure, but it works with my fieldpiece and should work with your fluke. It uses a industry standard K-pin connector.
1072240
Yes, it will work just fine for that. The key is that you need to either connect one end directly to the RJ45 connector or clamp onto the copper leads, then be able to get within touching distance of the copper leads at the other end. There is absolutely nothing wrong with the Fluke, it just costs more. =^..^=
1205764
If your meter has a standard K-type jack, it should work. It works fine with myCen-Tech Fluke knock-off from Harbor Freight.
1045792
I've heard of people calibrating it with boiling water, so it may work for what you want. I'd be careful to not get the plug end of the thermocouple or the thermometer wet though.
1205766
Yes, but only if you buy thermocouple adapter. Fluke and other manufacturer's make these and they cost about 15.00 to 20.00. I prefer using the adapter due to most of my instruments use the type K thermocouples that are the flat type. The Fluke part number for the adapter is (Fluke 80AK-A)
2140422
I'm not familiar with Simpson meters. If you know someone who has a fluke see if theirs fit your meter. Sorry don't want to steer you the wrong way.
1828770
Alan,Wish I could help. After spending an hour with my Fluke I wasn't able to figure it out. I spent more than an hour (no joy) searching for the wiring diagram before resorting to the Fluke.I ended up using only the AC IN jack - bypassing both pwr switch and fuse.Kind of a bummer. Good luck, man.Steve
1306079
The sensor inputs are labeled 0 and 1 or 1 and 2 (I can't remember which). You should use the lowest number (0 or 1). If you do a google search on the part number you can find a manual for the kit which details all of the good information. Check your power supply plug too - mine was wired backwards (positive and negative reversed). Quality control is a little weak on these thermometers but they seem to work okay considering the very low price.
720303
Thank you for your question. The USB-1208LS is not directly compatible with thermocouple sensors. The USB-1208LS lacks some needed signal conditioning. However, we do offer a low cost alternative that is compatible with thermocouples. Our USB-TC can monitor up to 8 thermocouple inputs http://www.mccdaq.com/usb-data-acquisition/USB-TC.aspx Another possible alternative would be to use a semiconductor temperature device called the LM35. The LM35 outputs a 10mV/C data point and can be adapted for use with a voltage based DAQ device like the USB-1208LS.
720305
Hi,This logger won't accept thermocouples. There is another one available that will. Here is a link - USB Temperature Measurement Module (You may have to cut and paste the link into your browser) If you have any additional questions please don't hesitate to ask.Ed LombardiMicroDAQ.com
827974
I say no as it can mess with the RTD and temps. If you do, keep it away from the probe. (This is from rec tec themselves)