thermocouple
IPA: θɝmʌkˈʌpʌɫ
noun
- (physics) A transducer consisting of two different metals welded together at each end; a voltage is produced that is proportional to the difference in temperature between the two junctions (one of which is normally held at a known temperature)
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Examples of "thermocouple" in Sentences
- A thermocouple has a mounting portion.
- Temperature is measured with a thermocouple.
- Process trace for the thermocouple principle.
- A thermocouple error will not cause a motor to turn.
- An input amplifier amplifies the thermocouple signal.
- A thermocouple and thermopile formed of conductor elements.
- Thermocouples and thermopiles use the thermoelectric effect.
- A thermocouple is placed in the solid for temperature measurement.
- The casing may also include a probe for a thermocouple or a thermocouple well.
- In this way, the thermopile is formed of a repetitive series of thermocouples.
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