Overview
The Cole-Parmer 08144-02 bimetal thermometer is a rugged industrial-grade temperature measurement instrument designed for demanding applications. The Cole-Parmer® industrial bimetal thermometers feature NEMA 4X/IP66 protection for tough applications. This model delivers reliable analog temperature readings using proven bimetal strip technology, making it an economical choice for process monitoring, quality control, and system commissioning in laboratories, manufacturing facilities, and industrial plants.
Key Features
- Precision & Accuracy: Accuracy is ±1% full-scale when stem is immersed 2″ in liquids or 4″ in gases
- Hermetically Sealed Case: Prevents dial fog, moisture entry, interior corrosion, and coil freeze-up
- Dual Temperature Scales: Easy-to-read °F/°C markings for international applications
- Robust Construction: Stem diameter is 0.25″ with a ½” NPT(M) back connection
- Operating Range: The ambient temperature range limits are –40 to 200°F (–40 to 93°C)
Technical Specifications
- Accuracy: ±1% full-scale
- Case Protection: NEMA 4X/IP66
- Connection Type: ½” NPT(M) back connection
- Stem Diameter: 0.25″
- Case Design: Hermetically sealed
- Ambient Temperature Limits: –40 to 200°F (–40 to 93°C)
- Temperature Measurement Technology: Bimetal strip
- Display Type: Analog dial with dual °F/°C scales
Typical Applications
- Petroleum and chemical processing plants
- Food and beverage manufacturing
- HVAC system commissioning and maintenance
- Water treatment and municipal utilities
- Equipment testing and inspection
- Process control and quality assurance
- Laboratory temperature monitoring
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Industrial process piping with ½” NPT connections
- Vessels and tanks with back-mount configuration
- Standard gauge manifolds and connection blocks
- Sanitary and non-sanitary process applications
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Cole-Parmer industrial bimetal thermometer models with equivalent stem length and temperature range
- Generic industrial bimetal thermometers with ½” NPT(M) back connections
Works With
- Standard pipe thread mounting systems (½” NPT)
- Industrial process control systems
- Data logging and monitoring equipment (via manual reading)
- Hermetically sealed gauge isolation blocks
