Overview
The Barber Colman 801A-6 is an industrial thermocouple selector component used in temperature monitoring and control systems. Manufactured by Barber-Colman, a leading producer of temperature sensing equipment based in Loves Park, Illinois, this selector housing is designed to interface with Type J, K, T, and other thermocouple types commonly used in industrial process control, plastics processing, heat treatment, and manufacturing environments.
Key Features
- Compact selector housing measuring 7″ × 6″ × 5″ for easy mounting in control panels
- Compatible with standard Barber-Colman thermocouple assemblies and sensors
- Rugged construction suitable for industrial environments
- Field-proven reliability in temperature measurement applications
- Used condition — fully functional and inspected
Technical Specifications
The Barber Colman 801A-6 selector unit is designed to work with thermocouple systems operating across temperature ranges from approximately 221°F to 2000°F, depending on the thermocouple type selected. Standard thermocouple input types supported include:
- Type J (Iron-Constantan)
- Type K (Chromel-Alumel)
- Type T (Copper-Constantan)
- Type R, S, and B thermocouples (in specialized configurations)
Typical Applications
- Plastics injection molding barrel and mold temperature control
- Industrial furnace and heat treatment temperature monitoring
- Process control systems requiring multi-point temperature sensing
- Manufacturing equipment requiring thermocouple signal routing
- Legacy industrial automation systems requiring compatible selector components
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Barber-Colman Type J thermocouple assemblies
- Barber-Colman Type K thermocouple assemblies
- Standard Type T, R, S, and B thermocouple sensors
- Industrial control panels and automation systems using thermocouple inputs
- Temperature monitoring and data acquisition systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering. Original Barber-Colman 801A-6 units are discontinued; however, modern Barber-Colman and equivalent thermocouple selectors from manufacturers such as Eurotherm, Omron, and Schneider Electric may provide functional replacement options depending on your specific control panel layout and electrical specifications.
Works With
- Barber-Colman industrial thermocouple sensors and lead wires
- Standard thermocouple extension wire (16 AWG to 30 AWG)
- Industrial temperature measurement and control instruments
- Panel-mount and wall-mount industrial control systems
