Key Features
High-Temperature Measurement: Designed for measuring extremely high temperatures, operating well within a range of 0 to 1600°C.
Noble Metal Construction: Made from a combination of platinum and platinum-rhodium alloys, which provides significant endurance and stability at very high temperatures.
High Accuracy & Stability: Known for its high precision and stability in high-temperature process conditions, making it suitable for demanding applications.
High Cost: Due to the use of noble metals, Type R thermocouples are more expensive than general-purpose thermocouples.
Applications: Frequently used in industrial settings such as glass manufacturing, metallurgy, and heat treatment processes where precise, high-temperature readings are essential.
Sensitivity to Contaminants: Susceptible to contamination from elements like hydrogen, sulfur, and other atomic impurities, which can lead to calibration drift and premature failure.