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Supported Applications

The Omega Series 88000 consists of handheld thermocouple surface temperature probes designed for measuring the surface temperatures of small electronic parts, as well as high-temperature environments such as ovens and furnaces. The series includes right-angle pencil-head models specifically suited to stationary surfaces.

Operating Conditions & Performance

All probes in this series meet Standard Limits of Error for thermocouple accuracy. Maximum surface temperature ratings vary by model configuration:

• 760°C (1400°F): Models 88106, 88107, 88108, and 88010.
• 480°C (900°F): Models 88006, 88016, and 88026.
• 250°C (480°F): Model 88007.

The series features a fast-response design. Specific numeric response times are not provided in the documentation; performance is described qualitatively as "fast response." Sheath lengths for high-temperature right-angle models include 102 mm (4") for model 88106, 203 mm (8") for model 88107, and a 300 mm (12") reach for models 88108 and 88010.

Configuration Options

The Series 88000 offers configurable sensor types, connector options, and serviceability features to accommodate different measurement needs:

• Sensor Types: Available with Type K (CHROMEGA-ALOMEGA) or Type E (CHROMEGA-Constantan) thermocouples. The calibration code is appended as a suffix (e.g., "K" or "E").
• Connectors: All models are supplied standard with a molded SMP or SMPW subminiature male connector. A TAS adaptor is sold separately.
• Optional Plugs: Male M8 or M12 straight and right-angled plugs can be added via model number suffixes (e.g., M8-S-M, M12-S-M, M8-R-M) at additional cost. Note: The printed text lists "M12-S-M" for both straight and right-angled configurations.
• Replaceable Elements: Factory replaceable element service is available by adding the suffix -RE to the model number (e.g., 88026K-RE). Replacement elements are not included with new probes and must be ordered separately. OMEGA can install these elements for an additional cost.
• Housing Styles: Includes miniature fast-response models, right-angle long-reach probes, and pencil-head designs where the sensing head is either parallel or perpendicular to the handle.

Key Product Differences

The series distinguishes between high-temperature reach configurations and miniature surface contact styles:

• High-Temperature Reach Models (88106, 88107, 88108): Right-angle probes rated to 760°C (1400°F) with sheath lengths of 102 mm (4"), 203 mm (8"), and 300 mm (12") respectively.
• Oven/Furnace Model (88010): A long, 300 mm (12") reach version of the miniature probe design, rated to 760°C (1400°F).
• Miniature Models (88006, 88007): Fast-response probes for small electronic parts; model 88006 is rated to 480°C (900°F) and model 88007 to 250°C (480°F).
• Pencil-Head Models (88016, 88026): High-temperature right-angle probes with miniature pencil-type heads rated to 480°C (900°F). Model 88016 features a sensing head parallel to the handle; model 88026 has a sensing head perpendicular to the handle.