Product Review

This is a heavy duty K-type Thermocouple for use in kiln and furnace applications. The probe is made from AWG 8 Gauge K-type thermocouple wire (chromel and alumel) and is rated for continuous use at very high temperatures up to 2372 °F Fahrenheit or 1300 °C Celsius. The k-type thermocouple is about 8.5 inch in total length, and the 6 insulation tubes are about 6.5 inch long. This type K Thermocouple Kiln Probe is made with 6 ceramic insulators, each about 1 inch long, and it allows you to adjust the probe length by removing insulator elements and shortening the wire to your exact requirement. This k-type thermocouple is frequently used in ceramic ovens, kilns and furnaces, in pottery ovens, metal working, manufacturing and whenever you need to measure and control very high temperatures. Ships quickly from St Paul, Minnesota, USA. If you have questions we can help. Specifications: K-type Thermocouple Measurement Range -58 to 2372 °F (-50 to 1300 °C) Wire Diameter: AWG 8, 0.13" or 3.2 mm Total length: 8.5 inch (21.5 cm) Insulated length: 6.5 inch (16.2 cm) Ceramic Insulator, oval shape: L~ 0.5" W~ 0.4" (L=12.3mm W=10mm), a ceramic connector block for wiring is included. If you need a hook up cable to connect this thermocouple to a thermometer or temperature controller, please look for the CR-04, Amazon item number B071RMW3BB. This K-type connector cable is 5 ft long and has fiber glass insulation If you need a ceramic protection tube for this thermocouple, please search for our model CR-03, Amazon item number B06XKK7ZPQ. This is now also available in 14.5 inch (CR-02-14.5") and 18.5 inch (CR-02-18.5") length.