SKF TMDT 900

Digital Thermometer
Instructions for use
Table of contents page
1. Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3. Principle of operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
4. Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
5. Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
6. Probe range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
6.1 How to use probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
6.2 Technical data probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
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1. Description
1. Probe connection.
2. LCD display.
3. Selection
o
C/
o
F.
4. ON/OFF.
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2. Introduction
The SKF digital thermometer TMDT 900 is supplied with a battery but
without temperature probe.
3. Principle of operation
The SKF digital thermometer TMDT 900 is using a sensor which can
measure the invisible phenomena of heat.
It does it by using a thermocouple which consists of two dissimilar
metallic conductors joined end to end. The junction produces when
heated a thermoelectric voltage, which strength is a direct function of
the measured temperature. This voltage is translated by the
TMDT 900s electronics into an exact temperature reading.
4. Functions
o
C/
o
F The temperature can be displayed in either
o
C
or
o
F. The instrument will remember your last
choice even when switched off.
Probe detection If the probe is not properly connected, -1"
will be indicated on the display.
Low battery detection The instrument ceases operation when the
low battery signal is detected. The display will
at the same time indicate B.
Note:
Always remove the battery when it is empty, or if the thermometer
will not be used for an extended period of time.
Do not drop or subject the instrument to heavy impact, as permanent
damage may occur.
Always wait until the reading stabilizes prior to recording the
temperature.
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5. Technical data
CE requirements : all applicable norms fulfilled
Temperature range : -50
o
C ... 900
o
C
-60
o
F ... 1.650
o
F
Resolution : 1
o
Accuracy (at 25
o
C) : ! 0,3% of rdg " 1
o
C (" 2
o
F)
Temp. compensation : ! 0,05
o
C/
o
C (! 0,05
o
F/
o
F)
Battery : 9V Alkaline, IEC 6LR61
Battery lifetime : # 500 hours
Thermocouple : Type K (NiCr/NiAl)
Operating conditions : 0 - 60
o
C (32 - 140
o
F); max. 80% relative
humidity
Dimensions (instrument) : 175 x 75 x 22 mm (6,9 x 3,0 x 0,9 in)
Weight (incl. battery) : 200 grams (7 oz)
Designation : TMDT 900
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6. Probe range
SKF has designed a vast range of probes in order to satisfy the
particular needs of any specific application.
Thermocouple
The type used for the thermometer is the K-type, meaning that the
material used is an alloy of Nickel-Chromium joined to an alloy of
Nickel-Aluminium.
Response time
The SKF probes have a very short response time.
The response time is defined as the time it takes to run up to 63% of the
final measurement value under standardised conditions. In reality this
time also depends on the heat resistance of the object and the surface
conditions.
6.1 How to use probes
Angle
The surface probes should be pressed perpendicular
to the surface. Maximum allowance of this angle is " 5
o
.
Surface condition
a. The surface should be clean since oil, dust and other heat resistant
material prevent optimal thermal contact.
b. Surface should be flat and smooth. If not apply heat conduction
pasta. Rough surfaces might damage the thermocouple.
c. The area of the measuring surface should be larger than the area of
the probe head diameter.
Note:
Never attempt to cool down a surface probe by dipping it into water.
Such fast temperature drops will speed up the aging process of the
probe tip.
Do not move a probe over the surface since this might destroy the
probe.
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6.2 Technical data probes
Probe type : K-type thermocouple (NiCr/NiAl) acc.
IEC 584-2 Class1
Accuracy : ! 1,5
o
C (2,7
o
F) up to 375
o
C (707
o
F)
! 0,4% of reading above 375
o
C (707
o
F)
Handle : 110 mm long
Cable : 1.000 mm spiral cable (excl. TMDT 2 -31,
-37, -38, -39, -41, -41A, -42)
Plug : K-type mini-plug (1260-K)
All probes can be used with the SKF digital thermometer TMDT 900
without re-calibration.
Description Designation Temperature
range
Response
time*
Standard surface probe TMDT 2-30 900
o
C / 1.650
o
F 2,3 s.
Magnetic surface probe TMDT 2-31 240
o
C / 460
o
F 7,0 s.
Insulated surface probe TMDT 2-32 200
o
C / 390
o
F 5,5 s.
Right angle surface probe TMDT 2-33 450
o
C / 840
o
F 8,0 s.
Gas and liquid probe $ 3,0 TMDT 2-34 1.100
o
C / 2.010
o
F 12,0 s.
Gas and liquid probe $ 1,5 TMDT 2-34/1.5 900
o
C / 1.650
o
F 6,0 s.
Probe with sharp tip $ 3,0 TMDT 2-35 600
o
C / 1.110
o
F 12,0 s.
Probe with sharp tip $ 1,5 TMDT 2-35/1.5 600
o
C / 1.110
o
F 6,0 s.
Pipe clamp probe TMDT 2-36 200
o
C / 390
o
F 8,0 s.
Extension cable TMDT 2-37
Wire probe TMDT 2-38 300
o
C / 570
o
F 5,0 s.
High temp. wire probe TMDT 2-39 1.350
o
C / 2.460
o
F 6,0 s.
Rotating probe TMDT 2-40 200
o
C / 390
o
F 0,6 s.
Non-ferrous foundry probe TMDT 2-41 1.260
o
C / 2.300
o
F 30,0 s.
Dip-element TMDT 2-41A 1.260
o
C / 2.300
o
F 30,0 s.
Ambient temperature probe TMDT 2-42
* the time it takes to run up to 63% of final measurement value
Special probes available on request.
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In line with our policy of continuous development of our
products we reserve the right to alter any part of the
above specification without prior notice.
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