Fibro® Platinum Thermocouple Wire

Enhanced high-temperature strength and extended service life for demanding thermocouple applications.

Our proprietary Fibro® Platinum Thermocouple Wire offers superior performance in high-temperature environments. By retarding grain growth and minimizing slippage, it maintains the chemical and thermoelectric properties of pure thermocouple-grade platinum. This results in increased thermocouple lifespan and reduced precious metal content without compromising performance.

Retards grain growth for enhanced durability
Minimizes slippage under thermal stress
Maintains purity (>99.995%) and thermoelectric properties
Suitable for high-temperature applications up to 1200°C
Proven performance over extended periods (e.g., 18 months)

Key Specifications

Material Purity: 99.995% thermocouple-grade platinum
Recommended Use Temperature: Up to 1200°C
Grain Structure: Fine-grained, oriented along drawing direction
Mechanical Strength: Enhanced resistance to deformation and breakage
Compatibility: Suitable for Type R, S, and B thermocouples

Applications

BASF ECMS Fibro® Platinum Thermocouple Wire is ideal for applications requiring reliable temperature measurement in high-temperature and mechanically demanding environments.

Glass Industry

Used in forehearth, crown, and bottom applications where consistent temperature monitoring is critical.

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Provides stable temperature readings in epitaxial reactors, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.

High-Temperature Furnaces

Ensures accurate temperature measurement in furnaces operating at elevated temperatures over extended periods.

Aerospace Testing

Suitable for monitoring temperatures in rocket exhaust and other aerospace applications requiring high precision.

Metallurgical Processes

Ideal for processes involving molten metals where thermocouples are subjected to thermal and mechanical stresses.

Resources

BASF ECMS Fibro® Platinum Thermocouple Wire Datasheet

Material Properties

Density: 21.45 g/cm³

Melting Point: 1772°C

Boiling Point: 3827°C

Electrical Resistivity: 10.6 μΩ·cm at 20°C

Form: Annealed wire

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