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Thermocouple

technology Maturity 7-9

Some wires help us tell the heat.

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Two wires join at one end. They make a tiny bit of power. This power shows if it is hot. We use them in our homes. Can you feel the heat today?

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MC 96.1 K Thermocouple Grade Color Code.svg
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IEC Type J Thermocouple.svg
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BS Type J Thermocouple.svg
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MC 96.1 J Thermocouple Grade Color Code.svg

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