TP8

The TP8 has been designed to be simple yet very versatile, with circuit and sensor components that are highly accurate and reliable over an extended temperature range. The instrument is compact, with cable storage, probe holders and handles molded into the case. Depending on the service which the user needs, the case will accommodate both our standard probe assembly or asphalt probe assembly. Models intended for asphalt and molten sulphur applications are designated with the part number suffix “AW”. Other items include the coil cord grounding assembly, carry strap and user instruction sheet. To endure the environment and be intrinsically safe, the TP8 is manufactured of materials which are both immune to petrochemicals and are non-sparking. The enclosure is made of extruded aluminum with a nominal thickness of 0.1”/2.5mm. As with all ThermoProbe instruments, the probe assembly is constructed with a very flexible, static-dissipating, aramid fiber reinforced, non-stick cable, and stainless steel sensor components. To ensure longevity of the user interface, all text is engraved, the window is a scratch resistant polycarbonate and the switch is O-Ring sealed.

Operational Attributes:

Easily replaceable 9V Battery, provides an average of 50 hours operation. Circuit logic automatically indicates low battery condition, shows readout integrity before each operation, automatically shuts off after two minutes and displays error codes for failure determination. The low power backlight for night operation is photo sensor controlled for convenience and battery conservation. Celsius or Fahrenheit units with C/F indication can be easily chosen by an internal selector without recalibration.

Includes:

• NIST traceable calibration certificate

• Limited Warranty

Specifications subject to change

Certifications

Intrinsically Safe Thermometer Class I, Div. 1, Groups ABCD EEx ia IIB or EEx ia IIC TIIS approved for Japan

Warning: This device must be bonded (grounded) before and during introduction into the tank and remain bonded until complete withdrawal from the tank.

Custody Transfers, Inventory, Tank, Pipeline, Barge, Ship, Railcar, Tank Truck. (Recommended Operation: API 7, Intl. Safety Guide For Oil Tankers and Terminals.)

Maximum Dimensions:

6.6 x 4.5 x 4.2 in.
16.7 x 11.4 x 10.7 cm

Total Weight:

3.7 lbs with 75 ft. of cable
1.7 kg with 23m of cable

Battery Type:

9 volt Alkaline

Battery Life:

Approximately 50 hours

Case Materials:

6063 - T6 Aluminum

Limited Warranty:

90 days on Probe Assembly
1 year on other components

Probe:

Stainless Steel probe with static dissipating cable jacket and Aramid Fiber reinforcing for cut and smash resistance. Cable insulation are flourocarbon polymers such as FEP, PFA, or similar materials.
Standard lengths 50’/15m 75’/23m 110’/34m
Marked in 5 foot or meter increments
• Standard weight probe 0.22 lb/ 0.1 kg cable 0.105” /2.6mm diameter
• Asphalt weight probe 0.75 lb/ 0.34 kg
cable 0.120 /3mm diameter, high temperature PFA jacket.
• Railcar probe 0.25”/10mm diameter

Temperature Range:

14 to 370°F
-10 to 188°C
*Lower Range Available For Cold Climates

Accuracy:

±0.2°F 0 to 200°F
±0.5°F >200°F
±0.1°C 0 to 100°C
±0.3°C >100°C

Long term drift not to exceed 0.05%/year
Probe Assembly exchangeable to within
±0.2 @ 32°F, ±0.6 @ 195°F.
Meets API requirements.

Warning:
This device must be bonded (grounded) before and during introduction into the tank and remain bonded until complete withdrawal from the tank.

Calibration:

Propane Meters
Loading Rack Meters
Computerized Tank Systems

Materials:

All petrochemicals, asphalt, (bitumen), molten sulphur, caustic, acid, alkalies, powders.
Molasses, syrups, distilled spirits.