WIKA · Temperature measurement · Family TCN
Thermocouple for civil nuclear applications
Thermocouple for civil nuclear applications with IEEE conformity, suitable for reactor buildings, cooling pools, and accident-proof applications.
Range
-40…1000 °C
Output
-1.6 ... +42 mV · -1.6...+42mV
Accuracy
± (1.5 or 0.004 x |t|) °C for Class 1
Protection
IP65
RoHSUKCA
Price
On request
Depends on configuration
Description
Thermometers for use in nuclear power plants comprise:
- ■ Thermocouple type K - ■ Thermowell / Protection tube - ■ Accessories
The model TCN thermocouple can be combined with a large number of thermowell / protection tube designs. Operation without thermowell / protection tube is only recommended in certain applications.
Special features
- Measuring range from -40 ... +1,000 °C [-40 ... +1,832 °F]
- Mounting in all standard thermowell designs possible
- Spring-loaded measuring insert
- Thermocouple type K
Identification
| Model | TCN |
| Subcategory | Thermocouple |
Measuring range
| Temperature ranges | −40…+1000 °C |
Accuracy
| Accuracy class | ± (1.5 or 0.004 x |t|) °C for Class 1, -40 ... 1000 °C |
Process conditions
| Process temperature | −40…+1200 °C |
Electrical characteristics
| Output signal | -1.6 ... +42 mV |
| Electrical connection | Harting (HAN7D...), TS connector LOCA, Connector LOCA + SA |
Materials
| Probe material | Stainless steel 1.4571 |
Operating environment
| Ambient temperature | −40…+80 °C |
| IP rating | IP65 |
Certifications and approvals
| Certifications | RoHSUKCA |
Additional details
| Sensor type | Type K |
| Sensor class | Class 1 |
| Probe diameter | 3 mm |
| Thermowell | Yes |
Tables from datasheet
Overview of versions
| Model | Description |
|---|---|
| TCN-Iz | Immersed, with and without thermowell / protection tube (I = immersed) |
| TCN-Az | Room air sensor (A = ambient) |
| TCN-Sz | Surface probe (S = surface); for versions, see model TC50, data sheet TE 65.50 |
| TCN-Pz | Resistance thermometer for cooling ponds and similar applications (P = pool) |
| TCN-Gz | Combined sensor (G = gradient) |
Operating conditions
| Accident conditions (qualified) | |
|---|---|
| ΔT | Max. 195 °C; 5.4 bar (g) saturated steam: 24 h |
| Radiation resistance | to 850 kGy |
| Vibration resistance 10 ... 35 Hz | Constant deflection 0.35 mm |
| Vibration resistance 15 ... 500 Hz | 0.3 g (max. reaction acceleration measured at the instrument, peak value up to 41 g) |
| Throughput speed | 1 oct./min, 10 cycles |
| Vibration resistance 0 ... 3 Hz | Constant deflection |
| Vibration resistance 3 ... 100 Hz | Max. 35 g |
| Boric acid resistance | 24 h at 60 ... 150 °C, concentration 6,200 ppm |
| Operational radiation | ≤ 250 kGy (gamma equivalent) |
| Humidity | 100%, r. h. (condensation permissible) |
Further details on operating conditions
| Connector | TCN-yH | TCN-yA | TCN-yC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Harting (HAN7D...) | TS connector LOCA | Connector LOCA + SA |
| IP ingress protection | IP65 (IP67 possible without radiation) | IP68 | IP68 |
| IEEE rating | N1E Harsch | 1E | 1E + SA |
| Qualified lifetime | 12 years at 45 °C ambient tem- perature | 55 years at 45 °C ambient tem- perature | 55 years at 45 °C ambient tem- perature |
| Maximum radiation during normal operation | 100 kGy TID - 'Total Integrated Dose' | 250 kGy TID - 'Total Integrated Dose' | 250 kGy TID - 'Total Integrated Dose' |
| Maximum radiation during accident | - | 600 kGy (TID: 850 kGy) | 600 kGy (TID: 850 kGy) |
| LOCA test conditions | - | max. 195 °C, 5.4 bar (g), 24 h | 1 h at 250 °C; 5 h at 207 °C |
| Accidental radiation after LOCA | - | - | 1,000 kGy (TID: 1,850 kGy) |
| Humidity | 90 % r. h. (condensation permissible) | 100 % r. h. (condensation permissible) | 100 % r. h. (condensation permissible) |
| Ambient and storage temper- ature | -40 … +80 °C [-40 … +176 °F] | -40 … +80 °C [-40 … +176 °F] | -40 … +80 °C [-40 … +176 °F] |
| Measuring tip Ø 3 mm [0.12 in] | Ungrounded | Grounded |
|---|---|---|
| Thermometer version | ||
| Sensor | Type K | |
| Diameter | 3 mm [0.12 in] | |
| Probe length | 150 ... 1,100 mm [5.91 ... 43.31 in] | |
| Material | Stainless steel 1.4571 | |
| Response time in seconds (±10 %) | ||
| t 0.5 | 2.56 | 0.42 |
| t 0.63 | 3.19 | 0.55 |
| t 0.9 | 5.96 | 1.32 |
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| Logo | Description | Region |
|---|---|---|
| EU declaration of conformity | European Union | |
| UKCA Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) | United Kingdom |
| Certificates | Measurement accuracy | Material certificate 1) |
|---|---|---|
| 2.2 test report | x | x |
| 3.1 inspection certificate | x | x |
| DAkkS calibration certificate | x | - |
| Model | Description | Order number |
|---|---|---|
| Cable couplings | Mounting type depending on cable / customer specification | Customer-specific |
Industry
Chemistry / Pharma
Reactor building
Industry
Heating / Utilities
Heating, ventilation, air-conditioning · Temperature measurement of primary, secondary and tertiary circuits and also temperature monitoring in cooling pools
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