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For thermocouples and temperature sensors — metallic and ceramic options

Protection tubes

  • Large stock of FeCrAl and 253MA tubes plus end caps and fittings
  • Metallic protection tubes: delivery within two weeks worldwide
  • Super 1700 tubes: 3–6 weeks depending on specification

Materials and configurations

Thermalloys manufactures and supplies protection tubes for thermocouples and other temperature measurement equipment operating in high-temperature and aggressive atmospheres. Three material families are available to cover the full temperature range:

  • FeCrAl alloys (Kanthal APM/APMT, AF) — for most oxidizing and reducing atmospheres; scaling resistance up to 1425°C
  • 253MA (EN 1.4835 / S30815) — an austenitic FeCrNi alloy suitable for temperatures up to 1150°C
  • Super 1700 (MoSi&sub2;) — a molybdenum disilicide ceramic composite for applications up to 1700°C in oxidizing atmospheres

Available configurations

Protection tubes are supplied in the following forms:

  • Open-ended straight tubes

    Standard cut length. Metallic tubes up to 6 m; Super 1700 up to 2 m.

  • Closed one end

    Tube with a welded end cap on one end, open at the other.

  • Closed end with thread

    Welded end cap on one end, threaded connection on the other for direct installation.

  • With flanges or fittings

    Custom flanges, compression fittings and other components welded on as required.

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