Technical information

TI 248T/02/en
Thermocouple temperature sensor
60017796
omnigrad S TSC-266

Thermometer with EEx d certification

Lamination nipple and/or 3 elements coupling
Thermowell made from a metal bar

The Omnigrad S TSC 266 is an industrial Features and benefits

thermometer with thermocouple (type J, • Several types of process connections
K), developed for the use in the chemical, • Thermowell available in several materi-
petrochemical and energy industries but als
suitable also for other generic applica- • Material certification in accordance
tions. with 3.1.B, NACE or PMI
The TSC 266 is supplied with EEx d certi- • Transmitters with 2-wire technology
fication, in compliance with European (PCP 4...20 mA, HART®, PROFIBUS-
standards EN 50014 and EN 50018, and PA®)
is therefore suitable also for industrial • Customisable immersion length
areas with potentially explosive environ- • Thermowells compliant with standard
ments. ENI and Montedison, made of a bar,
The unit is usually fitted on pipes or tanks also of a significant length
by means of threaded or flanged process • Head/thermowell connection fitting in
connections. SS 304 (nipple + 3 elements coupling +
The TSC 266, which is available in se- nipple)
veral standard versions and different con- • Explosion-proof enclosure with EEx d
figurations, can also be configured with certification and lamination coupling on
specific dimensions and characteristics the insert
depending on process requirements. • Mineral oxide replaceable insert (MgO)
• Thermocouple sensing element type J
or K
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Areas of application
The TSC 266 can also be used in generic industrial applications but is particularly suitable for
EEx d certified applications like:
• chemical industry
• petrochemical industry
• energy industry
• gas processing industry.

Function and system design

Measuring principle The thermocouple thermometer's sensing element consists of two metal wires that are homoge-
nous but different one from the other and insulated along their entire length. The two wires are
welded together at one end, known as the “measurement or hot junction”. The other end, where
the wires are free, is known as the “cold or reference junction” and is connected to a electromotive
force measurement where the force is generated by the different thermoelectric power of each of
the thermocouple's wires if there is a temperature difference between the hot joint (T1) and the
cold joint (Seebeck effect). The cold junction has to be “compensated” with reference to the tem-
perature of 0°C (T0).
The function that links the electromotive force to the temperatures T1 and T0 is a curve whose
characteristics depend on the materials used in the construction of the thermcouple. Some ther-
mocouples curves, and particularly those most reliable for the purposes of industrial readings, are
those compliant with standards DIN EN 60584 and ANSI MC96.1.

Equipment architecture The TSC 266 thermocouple thermometer comprises:

– an EEx d certified aluminium housing
– an insert with thermocouple (type J or K), insulated with mineral oxide (MgO), with oversheath
and terminals on a ceramic support
– lamination nipple and 3 elements coupling
– thermowell made from a bar with threaded or flanged process connection.

Dimensions are determined as follows (fig. 1):

– N = length of the head/thermowell connection fitting
– A = total length of the thermowell
– U = immersion length of the thermowell
– T = length of the extension neck of the thermowell
– ØDf = diameter of the internal hole of the thermowell
– ØD1 = diameter of the extension neck of the thermowell
– ØQ1 = diameter of the area below the thermowell process connection
– ØQ2 = diameter of the lower side of the thermowell.
N

ØD1
N

N
T

ØD1 ØD1
A

ØQ1
T

T
U

ØQ1 ØQ1
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U

ØDf
ØQ2

ØDf ØDf
ØQ2 ØQ2

Extension type L Extension type LUN Extension type LUC

Fig. 1: General information on sizes

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Material Housing: treated and painted aluminium alloy.

Measuring insert: external sheath in SS 316/1.4401, Inconel® 600/2.4816.
Head/thermowell connection: SS 304/1.4301.
Thermowell: SS 316/1.4401, SS 316L/1.4404, Hastelloy® C276/2.4819, Monel® 400/2.4360,
Inconel® 600/2.4816.

Weight From 1 to 5 Kg for standard options.

Electronics
The required type of output signal can be obtained by choosing the correct head-mounted trans-
mitter.
Endress+Hauser supplies "state-of-the-art" transmitters (the iTEMP® series) built in 2-wire tech-
nology and with 4…20 mA output signal, HART® or PROFIBUS-PA®. All transmitters can be easily
programmed using a personal computer and the ReadWin® 2000 public domain software (for
transmitters 4…20 mA and HART®) or the Commuwin II software (for PROFIBUS-PA® transmit-
ters). HART® transmitters can also be programmed with the hand-held operating module DXR
275 (Universal HART® Communicator).
For more detailed information on the transmitters, see the related documentation (codes TI at the
end of this document).
If no head transmitter is used, it is also possible to connect the thermocouple to a remote trans-
mitter DIN-rail.

Performance
Operating conditions Ambient temperature
• Metal head with terminal block and without transmitter -40÷130°C
• Metal head without terminal block and with transmitter -40÷85°C

Process temperature
Same of measurement range (see below).

Maximum process pressure

The pressure values that the thermowell can withstand at different temperatures, are shown in the
following graphs, which can be used for some reference configurations:

Thermowell with diameter D1 = 35 mm (TA 557, option "6")

500
Threaded, SS 316
450 Threaded, SS 316L
400 Flanged 300, SS 316
350 Flanged 600, SS 316
MAEWP (bar)

300 MAEWP = maximum

250 allowable
external
200 working
150 pressure

100
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Valid for:
50 Q1 = 25 mm or superior
Q2 = 18 mm or superior
0 Df = 7 mm or superior
-50 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 (max flow rate = 20 m/s
for immersion depth 200 mm)
Temperature (°C)

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Thermowell with diameter D1 = 30 mm (TA 550, option "1")

550
Threaded, SS 316
500
Threaded, SS 316L
450 Flanged 300, SS 316
400 Flanged 600, SS 316

MAEWP (bar)
350
300 MAEWP = maximum
250 allowable
external
200
working
150 pressure

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100
Valid for:
50 Q1 = 20 mm or superior
Q2 = 14 mm or superior
0
Df = 7 mm or superior
-50 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 (max flow rate = 15 m/s
Temperature (°C) for immersion depth 200 mm)

Fig. 2: Pressure / Temperature ratings

Maximum flow rate

The maximum flow rate tolerated by the thermowell decreases as the immersion length increases
(U).
The methods used to verify the resistance of thermowells with pressure, temperature and flow rate
data can also be compliant with those indicated in standard ASME/ANSI PTC 19.3. For assistance
on resistance verifications, please contact the E+H Customer Service Department.

Shock and vibration resistance

According to DIN EN 60751 3 g di peak / 10÷500 Hz

Accuracy The tolerances set by the standard DIN EN 60584 are the following:

Type Standard tolerance Special tolerance

(DIN EN 60584) (DIN EN 60584)

Class Max. deviation Class Max. deviation

J 2 +/-2.5°C (-40...333°C) 1 +/-1.5°C (-40...375°C)

(Fe-CuNi) +/-0.0075|t| (333...750°C) +/-0.004|t| (375...750°C)

K 2 +/-2.5°C (-40...333°C) 1 +/-1.5°C (-40...375°C)

(NiCr-Ni) +/-0.0075|t| (333...1200°C) +/-0.004|t| (375...1000°C)

Note! (ItI=absolute temperature value in °C)

Transmitter maximum error

See the corresponding documentation (codes are shown at the end of this document).

Measurement range • Type J sensor -40...750°C

• Type K sensor -40...1100°C

Response time Tests in water at 0.4 m/s (according to DIN EN 60751; temperature variation from 23 to 33°C), only
on the TC thermometer insert:
• t50 2.5 s
• t90 7s

Insulation Insulation resistance between terminals and probe sheath > 1 GΩ at 25°C
(in accordance with DIN EN 60584, test voltage 500 Vdc) > 5 MΩ at 500°C

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Installation
The Omnigrad S TSC 266 can be installed on pipes or tanks by means of threaded or flanged
connections. The counterparts for process connections and gaskets, when required, are not sup-
plied with the sensor and must be purchased separately by the user.
The immersion length must take into account all the parameters of the thermometer and thermo-
well in the process to measure. If the immersion is too low, an error may be generated in the tem-
perature recorded due to the lower temperature of the process fluid near to the walls and heat
transfer, which takes place through the sensor stem. The incidence of such an error can be not
negligible if there is a big difference between the process temperature and the ambient tempe-
rature. To prevent measuring errors of this kind, it is advisable to use thermowells with a small
diameter and an immersion length (U) of at least 100÷150 mm.
In small section ducts the tubing's axis must be reached and preferably slightly exceeded by the
tip of the probe (see fig. 3A-3C). Insulation of the outer part of the sensor reduces the effect pro-
duced by a low immersion. Alternatively, it is also possible to adopt a tilted installation (see fig.
3B-3D).
In processes involving gases at very high temperature (>500÷600°C), where radiation effects are
important, the immersion length may be a secondary problem.
As far as corrosion is concerned, the base material for parts in contact with the fluid is able to
withstand the most common corrosive agents up to the highest temperatures. Even the nipples
and 3 elements coupling supplied with the connection fitting of the instrument are able to with-
stand a wide range of aggressive substances. For further information on specific applications,
contact the E+H Customer Service Department.
Disassembled components of the sensors must be reassembled with the recommended clamp-
ing torques in order to ensure the appropriate IP protection class within the sensor-housing cou-
pling.

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Fig. 3: Installation on pipes and tanks by means of flanged or threaded process connections

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System components
Housing The protection housing, commonly referred to as "connection head" is used to contain and protect
the terminal block or the transmitter and to join the electric connections to the mechanical com-
ponent.
The head used for the TSC 266 is compliant with DIN 43729 (form B) and EN 50014/50018 stand-
ards (EEx certification for explosion-proof instruments).
The matching of the head with the extension below the head and the cover (threaded) ensures an
IP66 class of protection.
The head also has a chain to connect the body to the cover, which facilitates the use of the instru-
ment during the maintenance on systems.
The single or double electrical cable input has M20x1.5, 1/2” NPT or 3/4” NPT threading.

Head transmitter Available head transmitters include (see also section "Electronics"):
• TMT 181 PCP 4…20 mA
• TMT 182 Smart HART®
• TMT 184 PROFIBUS-PA®.
The TMT 181 is a PC programmable transmitter.
The TMT 182 output consists of 4…20 mA and HART® superimposed signals.

Ø 33
Ø 44
1
Ø 4.5

+ Ø 33
Ø 6.5
2
-

TMT181_g_gd_06_IT_02
Ø 44

22.5
3
6

+ -
5 4

Fig. 4: TMT 181 - 182

In the TMT 184, with a PROFIBUS-PA® output signal, the communication address can be set via
software or by means of a mechanical dip-switch (the configuration must be specified by the cus-
tomer in order phase).

Ø 33
Ø 44
1
Ø 4.5

+ Ø 33
1
2
-

Ø 6.5

8
Ø 44

TMT184_g_gd_06_IT_01
26.8
3
6

+ -
5 4

Fig. 5: TMT 184

Extension neck The extension neck is the part between the thermowell and the transmitter housing. To prevent the
process temperature from overheating the area of the transmitter, a special extension "neck" is
inserted between the sensor, exposed to high temperature processes, and the transmitter. This
enables to limit the operating temperature of the transmitter.
It normally consists of hydraulic connections (nipples and/or joints) that are suitable to allow the
adjustment of the sensor to the thermowell.
The standard lengths (N) and the versions of the extension neck can be selected among the fol-
lowing options:

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– 52 mm (only 1/2” NPT threaded nipple, type L)

– 148 mm (nipple+3 elements coupling+nipple, type LUN)
– 148 mm (nipple+coupling+nipple, tipe LCN).

Threaded thermowell connections

Type Thread Length N C Detail Type of neck

(mm) (mm)

52 L*
nckLxx_g_gd_15_xx_01

Male 1/2” NPT 148 8 LUN

nckLUN_g_gd_15_xx_02

148 LCN
ConNPT_G_dd_09_XX_01
nckLCN_g_gd_15_xx_01

" Attention! * This neck is available only for 1/2” NPT threads

"LUN" connections enable to orient the transmitter housing.

As illustrated by the chart in figure 6, the length of the sensor + thermowell extension may influ-
ence the temperature in the head. It is necessary that this temperature is kept within the limit va-
lues defined in the paragraph "Operating conditions".
In addition to the standard versions listed above, it is also possible to order the extension neck by
specifying the desired length (see “Sales structure” chart).
60
°C

50

40
Head heating above ambient

30

20
Process

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temperature
10 800°C
620°C
430°C
250°C
0
75 100 125 150 175 200 225 250
Extension neck length mm

Fig. 6: Heating of the head caused by the process temperature

Process connection Standard process connections differ in that they can be threaded or flanged:
• threaded connections in the same material of the thermowell:
3/4” NPT, 1” NPT
• flanged connection, in SS 316 or A 105:
slip-on 1” ANSI 150, 300, 600 RF
slip-on 1” 1/2 ANSI 150, 300, 600 RF
slip-on 2” ANSI 300, 600 RF.
Flanges, with standard finishing 125-250 AARH, are bolted and welded to the rear of the thermo-
well neck.
On request, it is possible to select also different materials, finishings and connections.

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Thermowell The thermowell is the component of the TSC 266 that must tolerate most of the mechanical stress
transmitted by the process.
It is made from a round bar and supplied in different materials and dimensions, according the
chemical/physical characteristics of the process: corrosion, temperature, pressure and speed of
the fluid.
The thermowell consists of three parts:
–the extension neck (indicated as T), usually with a
cylindrical shape (and standard diameters of 30 or
35 mm and lengths of 70/100 mm), represents the
external part of the thermowell and is connected with
the head of the probe by means of a neck (usually a
nipple)
–the immersed part (identified as U), with a conical or
cylindrical shape (the standard diameter of the area
below the fitting is 20 or 25 mm), is situated next to
the process connection in direct contact with the

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process fluid
–the threaded or flanged process connection repre-
sents the part inserted between the extension and
the immersed part and guarantees the mechanical
and hydraulic sealing of the thermometer and plant.
The external finishing of the thermowell stem is avail-
able with a standard value of Ra < 1.6 µm (different
finishes are available on request).

Fig. 7: Thermowell with threaded or flanged process connection

# Warning! The total standard length (A) of the thermowell must never exceed 1300 mm
(that represents the maximum drilling limit; higher lengths are available only on request).

Probe The measuring probe of sensor TSC 266 consists of a 6 mm diameter thermometric insert (TEC
300) whose stem is made in compressed MgO with SS 316/1.4401 or Inconel® 600/2.4816 (also
called mineral insulated cable).
To improve heat transmission, the insert tip is
pushed, by means of a spring system, to the inside
bottom of the thermowell.
The insert is always supplied with lamination nipple
and/or 3 elements coupling.
In case of spare parts, length ML must be calculated
depending on the thermowell total length, using the
½” NPT M
formula: ML = A-11.

½” NPT M ½” NPT M

1 x TC 2 x TC
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ML

ML

ML

TET300_g_gd_05_en_06

Ø6 Ø6 Ø6

Type L Type LUN Type LCN

Fig. 8: Probe, dimensions and internal wiring

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Certificates & Approvals

Ex approval Certificate CESI 03 ATEX 114, 1/2 GD IIC EEx d T5/T6.

PED approval The Pressure Equipment Directive (97/23/CE) is respected. As paragraph 2.1 of Article 1 is not
applicable to this kind of instrument, the marking 4 is not mandatory for TSC 266 models used
for generic applications.

Material certification The material certification can be selected directly in the sales structure and is available in different
typologies. Certificate 3.1.B includes a statement that contains all the documents related to the
material employed for the manufacture of each thermowell, along with a marking, consisting in a
code punched on the thermowell, that guarantees the traceability of the product.
In the sales structure are also available other certifications related to materials which integrate the
3.1.B:
– 3.1.C certification
– NACE MR 0175 certification
– PMI certification.

Further details
Maintenance The TSC 266 does not require specific maintenance.

Delivery time For small orders (5÷10 units) and standard options, the delivery time is 25 working days.

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Ordering information
Sales structure TSC 266 Neck length N, material, type of connection
1 52 mm SS 304 type L 1/2” NPT-M
2 148 mm SS 304 type LUN 1/2” NPT-M
3 148 mm SS 304 type LCN 1/2” NPT-M
9 Extension length to specify

TC type, sheath material, standard, hot junction

A 1xTC - K, Inconel® 600, IEC 584 cl.2, grounded
C 1xTC - J, AISI 316, IEC 584 cl.2, grounded
E 1xTC - K, Inconel® 600, ANSI MC96.1, grounded
G 1xTC - J, AISI 316, ANSI MC96.1, grounded
1 1xTC - K, Inconel® 600, IEC 584 cl.2, isolated
3 1xTC - J, AISI 316, IEC 584 cl.2, isolated
5 1xTC - K, Inconel® 600, ANSI MC96.1, isolated
7 1xTC - J, AISI 316, ANSI MC96.1, isolated
Y Special version

Type of terminal
2 Flying leads
3 Terminal block

Thermowell dimensions: ext. “T”, diam. D1, Df, Q1, Q2, finishing
1 70 mm = T, D1 = 30 mm, Df = 7 mm, Q1 = 20 mm, Q2 = 14 mm, finishing 1,6 micron
6 100 mm = T, D1 = 35 mm, Df = 7 mm, Q1 = 25 mm, Q2 = 18 mm, finishing 1,6 micron
9 ... mm = T, D1 = ... mm, Df = ... mm, Q1= ... mm, Q2 = ... mm, finishing to specify

Immersion length “U”

X ... mm immersion length to specify
Y ... mm special immersion length

Thermowell material
C Thermowell material AISI 316 - W 1.4401
D Thermowell material AISI 316L - W 1.4404
H Thermowell material Hastelloy® C 276- W 2.4819
K Thermowell material Inconel® 600 - W 2.4816
M Thermowell material Monel® 400 - W 2.4360
Y Thermowell material to specify

Process connection
1 Threaded 3/4” NPT-M
2 Threaded 1” NPT-M
3 Slip-on 1” ANSI 150 RF A 105
4 Slip-on 1” ANSI 150 RF SS 316
5 Slip-on 1” ANSI 300 RF A 105
6 Slip-on 1” ANSI 300 RF SS 316
7 Slip-on 1” ANSI 600 RF A 105
8 Slip-on 1” ANSI 600 RF SS 316
A Slip-on 1”1/2 ANSI 150 RF A 105
B Slip-on 1”1/2 ANSI 150 RF SS 316
C Slip-on 1”1/2 ANSI 300 RF A 105
D Slip-on 1”1/2 ANSI 300 RF SS 316
E Slip-on 1”1/2 ANSI 600 RF A 105
F Slip-on 1”1/2 ANSI 600 RF SS 316
Q Slip-on 2” ANSI 300 RF A 105
R Slip-on 2” ANSI 300 RF SS 316
S Slip-on 2” ANSI 600 RF A 105
T Slip-on 2” ANSI 600 RF SS 316
1 Threaded 3/4” NPT-M
2 Threaded 1” NPT-M
Y Process connection to specify

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Flange finishing
1 Finishing not requested
2 Standard finishing 125-250 AARH
9 Finishing to specify

Certifications
A Not requested
G 3.1.B EN10204, with stamping for wetted parts
E 3.1.B EN10204, + NACE MR 0175
C 3.1.C EN10204
F 3.1.B EN10204, + PMI
Y Certification to specify

Head cable entry

A Head cable entry: single 1/2” NPT
C Head cable entry: double 1/2” NPT
B Head cable entry: single 3/4” NPT
D Head cable entry: double 3/4” NPT
E Head cable entry: single M20x1.5
F Head cable entry: double M20x1.5

Built-in head transmitter

0 Without built-in head transmitter
P 2-wire transmitter PCP TMT 181-A, galvanically insulated,
adjustable range from ...to...°C
R 2-wire transmitter HART® TMT182-A, galvanically insu-
lated, adjustable range from ...to...°C
S 2-wire transmitter PROFIBUS-PA®, TMT184-A
1 Built-in head transmitter THT1, to be ordered separately

TSC266- Complete order code

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 Supplementary documentation
❑ General technical information on TSC thermometers TI 090T/02/en
❑ Temperature transmitter - iTEMP® PCP TMT 181 TI 070R/09/en
❑ Temperature transmitter - iTEMP® HART® TMT 182 TI 078R/09/en
❑ Temperature transmitter - iTEMP® PA TMT 184 TI 079R/09/en
❑ Thermocouple insert for EEx-d. Omniset TEC 300 TI 226T/02/en
❑ Safety instructions for use in hazardous areas XA 007T/02/z1
❑ E+H Laboratory Calibration certifications for industrial thermometers.
RTD and thermocouples TI 236T/02/en

Subject to modification

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