Analyzing Temperature of Processes Over Time


Tech Challenge

Tech challenge






Recording Temperature Readings

Brandon C. from Platen Plates is looking for a low-cost way to record the temperature readings they are taking from their heated platen presses. Currently, they have a handheld meter that has a maximum and minimum temperature function, but they would like to be able to collect more data points and later download them to a computer to analyze the time-to-reach temperature. They would also like to be able to use the same type K thermocouple wire they have been using.

What would you suggest to log their data?

    A. The Oakton® Temp-300 Dual-Input Data Logging Thermometer (91427-50)
    B. The Digi-Sense® Thermocouple Scanning Thermometer
    (92000-00)
    C. The Testo® Multichannel RTD/Thermocouple Thermometer with Data Logging and Wireless Capability (86460-16)

Answers

    A. The Oakton® Temp-300 Dual-Input Data Logging Thermometer (91427-50)
    Correct! This is an economical and portable thermometer that works with type K thermocouples and should be an easy transition since they are already using a handheld unit.
    B. The Digi-Sense® Thermocouple Scanning Thermometer (92000-00)
    Incorrect. Although this would work, it is an expensive alternative and would not transport easily considering they have been using handheld units and there are much more economical alternatives.
    C. The Testo® Multichannel RTD/Thermocouple Thermometer with Data Logging and Wireless Capability (86460-16)
    Incorrect. Although this meter will accept a type K thermocouple and has data logging properties, there are alternatives that are more economical.