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Thermocouple Wire - Fire Resistant MICA Taped XLPE with Screen (LSZH)

Thermocouple Wire and Extension Wire - Single Pair
Fire Resistant MICA Taped XLPE with Screen (LSZH) Thermocouple Wire

Essential for situations where it is of strategic importance to ensure that the cable continues to function during a major crisis involving fire. Resistant to temperatures of 1380°F for at least three hours in most conditions. The cable incorporates a high temperature rated Mica glass tape with an XLPE (Cross Linked Polyethylene) insulated cores with a Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH) outer sheath. Sheathing materials are Halogen free
			Mica Taped XLPE insulated, Twisted with Shield (LSZH) One twisted pair of stranded conductors Mica taped and XLPE insulated. Shielded with Mylar aluminum tape in contact throughout by a bare tinned copper drainwire. LSZH insulation overall.
Stock Number			G98	G97
	Wire Type (number of strands x AWG)		16x32	24x32
	Wire Size - AWG		20	19
	Insulation		MICA and XLPE
	Number of Pairs		1
	Conductor Configuration		Twisted
	Shielded		Yes
	Insulation		LSZH
	Insulation Rating (ºF)	Continuous	-22 to +158
		Short Term	+1380
	Color Coding		Yes
	Physical Properties	Abrasion Resistance	Good
		Moisture Resistance	Very Good
		Typical Weight (lbs/1000ft) excl reel	34	46
	Diameter under Armor (inches)		—
	Diameter over Armor (inches)		—
	Overall Diameter	inches	0.28"	0.33"
		mm	7.0	8.4
Popular Order Codes			G98KX, G98KCB, G98JX
Notes All dimensions are approximate			Free of halogens. Round cross section. Rejects electromagnetic and electrostatic interference.

What is a thermocouple cable, and why is it important?
A thermocouple wire is used to connect a thermocouple sensor to measurement equipment. It transmits the temperature signal generated by the thermocouple, ensuring accurate readings are maintained. The choice of cable material (such as PVC, PFA, or fiberglass) affects the cable's durability, temperature range, and resistance to environmental factors, making it critical to select the right one for your application.
What are the different types of thermocouple cables available?
Thermocouple cables are categorised into thermocouple and extension types. Thermocouple grade cables use the same material as the thermocouple and are used to make the sensing part of the thermocouple, designated by two letters such as Type KK (Type K), Type JJ (Type J), and Type TT (Type T) etc. Extension grade wire can only be used to extend ther thermocouple to the instrumentation, these are designated as type KX, TX, JX etc.
What insulation materials are available for thermocouple cables?
We stock over 7 million feet of thermocouple cable with a variety of insulation material, including PVC, PFA, fibreglass, ceramic fiber, XLPE, and silicone rubber. PVC (220ºF) is a good general purpose cable, PFA (480ºF) has good chemical and oil resistance, Fibreglass (890ºF) is good for industrial use at higher temperatures and Silicon Rubber (390ºF) is a good choice if a very flexible cable is required.