Critical Technical Advantages
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Imperial Design Standards: Specifically engineered for facilities requiring imperial process connections and dimensions, ensuring seamless mechanical integration into North American and international piping systems.
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Vibration-Resistant Technology (iTHERM StrongSens): The TM112 can be configured with the StrongSens insert, offering industry-leading vibration resistance of over 60g. This ensures measurement stability and prevents mechanical fatigue in high-stress environments like turbine housings or reciprocating compressor stations.
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Industry-Leading Response (iTHERM QuickSens): For applications where rapid temperature changes must be detected immediately, the QuickSens technology provides response times as fast as 1.5 seconds, enabling tighter process control and energy efficiency.
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High-Quality Traceable Inserts: All iTHERM inserts are produced using a standardized, high-quality process that ensures full traceability. This consistency is vital for maintaining the accuracy of critical measurement points over the lifetime of the plant.
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Universal Communication Options: The integrated iTEMP transmitter supports all major industrial protocols, including 4-20 mA, HART, PROFIBUS PA, and FOUNDATION Fieldbus. The optional Bluetooth connectivity allows for safe, wireless access to diagnostics and configuration via the SmartBlue app.
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Certified Safety for Global Use: The TM112 carries a comprehensive suite of international explosion protection certifications, including ATEX, IECEx, CSA, and INMETRO. It is also suitable for use in safety-instrumented systems (SIL) to minimize process risk.
Technical Performance Matrix
| Feature | Details |
| Measuring Range | –200 to +1,100 °C (–328 to +2,012 °F) |
| Max. Pressure | 75 bar (1,088 psi) |
| Sensor Type | RTD (Pt100) or Thermocouple (TC) |
| Vibration Resistance | > 60g (with iTHERM StrongSens) |
| Response Time | 1.5 s (with iTHERM QuickSens) |
| Communication | 4-20 mA, HART, PROFIBUS PA, FF, Bluetooth |
| Safety Compliance | SIL (Functional Safety) |
Primary Applications
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Oil & Gas Processing: Direct contact temperature monitoring in refining and petrochemical production where imperial piping standards and explosion protection are required.
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Power & Energy: Monitoring high-pressure steam and cooling water in power plants, particularly in high-vibration areas near heavy rotating equipment.
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Chemical Industry: Precise measurement of reactor temperatures across a wide thermal range, supported by traceable and reliable sensor inserts.
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Cryogenic Storage: Utilizing the low-end range (–200 °C) for the monitoring of liquefied natural gas (LNG) or other cryogenic fluids.
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General Manufacturing: A universal, “fit-and-forget” solution for industrial boilers, heat exchangers, and secondary utility loops.
