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TC-08-TC-DAQ
8-Channel USB Thermocouple Data Acquisition Module
- Measures from -270 to 1820°C (-454 to 3308°F)
- Accepts Thermocouple Types J, K, T, E, R, S, B and N
- Automatic Cold Junction Compensation
- High Accuracy and Resolution
TC-08-TC-DAQ
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975.35
Product Overview
- Accuracy ± 0.2 %
- Analog I/O Note Analog Input Note: Conversion Time: 100 ms (thermocouple and cold junction compensation)
- Common Mode Voltage ±7.5V
- Configuration Pentium class processor or equivalent
- Conversion Rate 100 ms
- Data Interface USB 1.1, USB 2.0
- Data Interface Note Supported Operating System: Microsoft Windows®XP SP2 / VISTA/7
- Electrical Connection Miniature Female Thermocouple Connector
- Height 34 mm
- Impedance Input 2 MΩ
- Input Type Thermocouple, Voltage
- Input Type Note Thermocouple: J, K, T, E, R, S, B, N
- Length 201 mm
- Memory 32 MB minimum
- Number of Channels, Input Analog: 8
- Series ID TC-08-TC-DAQ
- Software TC-08 Recorder and Player
- USB Cable Length 1.8 m
- Voltage Measurement Range ±70 mV
- Width 104 mm
Supported Applications
The Omega TC-08 is an eight-channel USB thermocouple data acquisition module designed to measure temperatures using miniature connector thermocouples. It supports Types B, E, J, K, N, R, S, and T for temperature measurement applications requiring connection to a Windows-based PC (XP SP2 or above, Vista, Win 7). The device is also capable of measuring other sensors utilizing the ±70 mV input range.
Operating Conditions & Performance
The TC-08 provides temperature measurement ranges dependent on the specific thermocouple type connected. Overall capabilities span from -270 to 1820°C (-454 to 3308°F). Specific documented ranges include Thermocouple Type B: 20 to 1820°C (68 to 3308°F); Type E: -270 to 910°C (-454 to 1670°F); Type J: -210 to 1200°C (-346 to 192°F); Type K: -270 to 1370°C (-454 to 2498°F); Type N: -270 to 1300°C (-454 to 2372°F); Types R and S: -50 to 1760°C (-58 to 3200°F); and Type T: -270 to 400°C (-454 to 752°F).
Performance specifications include a temperature accuracy of the sum of ±0.2% of reading and ±0.5°C, with voltage accuracy at the sum of ±0.2% of reading and ±10 µV. The module features automatic cold junction compensation with a conversion time of 100 ms (including thermocouple and cold junction compensation). Resolution is specified as 20-bits, with a noise-free resolution of 16.25-bits.
Electrical Specifications
- Input Range: ±70 mV (Voltage)
- Overload Protection: ±30V
- Maximum Common Mode Voltage: ±7.5V
- Input Impedance: 2 MΩ
- Power Supply: From USB port (USB bus powered)
PC Requirements
- Processor: Pentium class processor or equivalent
- Memory: 32 MB minimum
- Disk Space: 10 MB minimum
- Ports: USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 compliant port (must be connected direct to the port or a powered USB hub)
Configuration Options
The TC-08 series is configured as an eight-channel module with miniature thermocouple input connectors and a supplied USB cable measuring 1.8 m (6'). The unit connects via a USB 1.1 interface to the host PC.
Software & Data Output
The device includes TC-08 Recorder and Player software for data visualization, allowing output in spreadsheet or graph format. A single high-specification PC can support up to 64 devices via the driver, while the included software supports up to 20 USB TC-08 units simultaneously.
Physical Dimensions
The module measures 201 x 104 x 34 mm (7.91 x 4.09 x 1.34"). It is CE marked and carries a 5 YEAR WARRANTY.
Key Product Differences
The series consists of the TC-08 model, described as an "8-channel thermocouple data acquisition module." The resolution capability varies by temperature range; for example, Type K offers 0.1°C resolution from -270 to 1370°C and 0.025°C resolution from -250 to 1370°C.
Users must install the software before connecting the USB TC-08 device. The product is not designed for use in, or should not be used for, human applications.
PDFs & Manuals
Software & Drivers
Show Ratings & Reviews
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MJService from
Great product!
We installed the TC-8 on our powder coating oven with 8 thermocouples so we can do temperature profiles. Easy to set up and use!
Date published: 2015-11-24
Rated 4 out of
5
by
JustinS from
Does the job
Have two in place for testing. The software is a bit iffy but they make it easy to access with other programs. Calibration certificates for the probes need to be requested separately. Overall very pleased and would buy from Omega for any other testing needs.
Date published: 2018-04-17
Rated 3 out of
5
by
labtech1 from
Device great! Software - not as much.
Bought 3 of these last month and work well so far. Using simplest portion of software (no programing, just spreadsheet readouts). Unfortunately, software does not permit spreadsheet readout of all 24 thermocouples at once (3 devices x 8 TCs). Appears to be limited to 16 TCs max. at one time. There is a work around, but is cumbersome.
Also unfortunate that could not get calibration certificate when purchased devices, as will need for any certified lab testing.
Date published: 2017-04-10
Rated 2 out of
5
by
ProfDru from
Not as good as the older models
Poor software, over-priced. *.plw (Pico Technology) data extension is a huge step backwards; should be *.csv so it easily goes into Excel. The same unit can be purchased from Pico Technology for $499 (shipped from Texas).
Date published: 2025-04-03
Rated 2 out of
5
by
JohnC from
Not actually 10Hz sample rate
I needed a standalone logger that can read a single channel TC at 10Hz, bought this direct from Picotech, and it ended up being a complete waste of time. Because the CJC is included in the logger's reading schedule, the actual single channel rate is 5Hz.
What's really misleading is that the unit will log temp values at 10Hz, but the higher rate samples are linear interpolations from the 5Hz sample. The datasheet, manual, and SDK don't cover how the CJC sampling syncs with the channel sampling. So it's unclear if the CJC is being read at t=0, then the channel at t=+0.1sec, which makes it impossible to actually trust the high rate data you get from the unit.
It also won't run at all unless it has a USB signal connection, so it can't function as a standalone logger.
Two stars because it's a decent unit for low rate (~1Hz), but there's other options that do 1Hz better.
Date published: 2024-10-09
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Jared S from
Quick Review of TC-08
good product, works as intended. Software however is quite old for this particular unit.
Date published: 2024-09-09
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Ariel cao from
Extension of calibration system
Worked flawlessly within our calibration system. OMEGA shipped the unit quickly and all in perfect conditions. Their ordering system helped very effectively to add the right thermocouples..
Date published: 2023-09-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Great product!
Very useful for different types of thermocouples.The software is very user friendly.
Date published: 2022-11-16
Is the LCD screen always on?
Thank you for your question. The TC-08 does not have a display. It transmits data to PC screen via USB.
Date published: 2020-11-18
Will the TC-08 data logger software work with the Windows 11 operating system?
Thank you for your question. Yes, the software will work with Win 11.
Date published: 2025-05-07
Are the channels electrically isolated from each other?
Thank you for your question. No, they are not.
Date published: 2025-08-29
Where can we get the latest software upgrade for these?
Please see link to our ftp site to download OmegaLoggingSoftware_r5_22_6.zip. This is the latest version of the software.
ftp://ftp.omega.com/public/DASGroup/products/PT-104A/
Date published: 2020-03-03
How many TC-08 modules can be configured to work with the software? I have a total of 44 thermocouples, can I use 6 modules and log data for all within the software application?
>> Thank you for your question. We will require more information to help on this question, please email the DAS team at DAS@OMEGA.COM
Date published: 2023-03-10
Hello, we have downloaded software for TC-08 logger from your website. It says Latest software which supports WINDOWS XP/2K/VISTA/WIN 7 64-bit. We have a problem to run on PC with Windows -10Pro. Is there another version of software? Thanks
Thank you for your question. Please see link to download software for TC-08 that supports Win 10 Pro:
https://software.omega.com/legacy%20web%20software/software-legacy/PT-104A.zip
Date published: 2023-02-26
Does the Software provide any type of realtime plotting or display of the temperatures or is it just logging to a file?
Hello, thank you for your question. The software does allow to view the data in a spreadsheet format or graph as it is being recorded.
Date published: 2021-06-30
Does this unit need to be connected to a computer in order to record (data log) or will the unit record, and then the data be extracted later by a PC?
Thank you for your question. The TC-08 is real-time to PC which is logging data. If you would like an 8 channel stand-alone Data Logger logger than you may want to consider a OM-CP-OCTTCTEMP-A2-https://www.omega.com/en-us/control-and-monitoring-devices/data-loggers/om-cp-xtctemp-series/p/OM-CP-OCTTCTEMP-A2?searchterm=om-cp-
Date published: 2020-06-23