Connecting Thermocouples

You can connect up to 20 thermocouples to your TempScan20 using the supplied mating receptacle for thermocouples DEUTSCH® DRC16-40S. The TempScan20 supports the thermocouple types B, E, J, K, N, R, S, and T. Different types can be connected at the same time.

 

Use in potentially explosive atmospheres!

For use in a potentially explosive atmosphere, it is essential that you observe the information in section Use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres.

   

Use suitable thermocouples

Make sure that the thermocouples are suitable for the proposed use. Using unsuitable thermocouples may return false data. Read the documentation supplied with your thermocouples.

   

Mounting the thermocouples

Make sure the thermocouples are properly installed. Extend the thermocouple leads only with special extensions for thermocouples. Read the documentation supplied with your thermocouples.

 

Use shielded thermocouple leads to connect the thermocouples to the TempScan20. In doing so, observe the following:

Then connect the thermocouples to the TempScan20 via the supplied mating receptacle DEUTSCH® DRC16-40S as follows:

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  1. First slide the supplied protective cap for the thermocouple wiring harness loosely onto the thermocouple wiring harness.
  2. Connect the thermocouples to the mating receptacle for thermocouples using the supplied contacts. If needed, a special crimping tool from MOTORTECH is available for this. Observe the assignment of the thermocouple connector at the TempScan20 (see illustration above) and be aware of the polarity. If necessary, you can remove accidentally inserted contacts with the supplied removal tool for contacts.
  3. Close the unused openings of the mating plug with one of the supplied sealing plugs by inserting the sealing plug up to the head into the respective opening.
  4. Slide the protective cap onto the mating receptacle.
  5. Ensure that the power supply to the TempScan20 is disconnected.
  6. Insert the mating receptacle into the thermocouple connector on the TempScan20 and screw it tight.