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This section provides an overview for thermocouple wires as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 16 thermocouple wire manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked thermocouple wire companies as of December, 2024: 1.Applebee-Church, Inc., 2.Multi/Cable Corp., 3.Isotek Corporation.
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A thermocouple wire, commonly referred to as a thermocouple, is a temperature sensor that generates voltage from a temperature difference by connecting two different metals. It is widely used in manufacturing processes, quality control, maintenance, research and development, and the medical equipment sector.
The thermoelectric effect occurs at the junction where these two metals meet, producing voltage. This voltage, conducted through the wires, is used to measure temperature. Thermocouples come in two primary types: cold junction and hot junction. Additionally, there are various types, like K-type, J-type, and T-type, each suitable for different temperature ranges.
Thermocouple wires are notable for their ability to measure a wide range of temperatures with high precision and their compact, lightweight design. Selecting the appropriate type of thermocouple, protecting the junction and conductors, and ensuring correct connections are crucial for accurate temperature measurement.
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Tempco is based in Wood Dale, Illinois and has been in business since 1972. Tempco is a manufacturer of many types of heating elements and thermocouples with design variations. Tempco is ISO 9001:2015 certified. Temco’s electric heaters and elements include band heaters, cartridge heaters, cast-in heaters, ceramic fiber heaters, coil and cable heaters, drum heaters, enclosure heaters, flexible heaters, heat trace cable, heated hose and tubing, infrared heaters, process heaters, shroud systems, strip heaters, tank heaters, and tubular heaters. Tempco also sells various application accessories and wiring accessories.
Multi/Cable Corp., established in Bristol, CT in 1975, is a manufacturer of custom made multi-conductor and multi-pair electrical wire and cable. The company's product range includes Instrumentation Cable & Control Cable, PLTC Instrumentation Cable, Tray Cable, Utility Control Cable and High Temperature Wire & Cable. Their products are used in industries such as Electronics and Telecommunications, Automotive, Transportation and aerospace and Defense. The company provides Quality Assurance, Technical Support, national distribution, customized services and customer support.
Telatemp Corporation, established in 1972 and based in Anaheim, California, is an American manufacturer of temperature measurement devices. The company’s product lineup includes temperature indicators with diverse models catering to various temperature reading and recording needs. The company also offers tilt indicators and drop records to detect mishandling of packages, along with humidity cards and desiccants designed for use with electronics, equipment, and supplies. A range of thermometers and thermocouples, along with data loggers for humidity and temperature, are also available. The company serves various industries, including automotive, consumer electronics, food, petrochemical, and pharmaceutical, primarily designated for processing, transit, and storage applications.
OMEGA Engineering Inc., founded in Norwalk, CT, in 1962 is a manufacturer of products used to measure temperature and humidity, flow and level, and pressure. The company's product portfolio includes thermocouple probes and assemblies, pressure gauges and switches, and air velocity measurement systems, wireless systems and portable optic sensors. The company serves markets including Automotive and Electric Vehicles, Renewable Energy and Energy Storage and Electronics and IT Infrastructure. The company also offers customer services that include support, custom research projects and customized services.
Applebee-Church, Inc., established in 1957, operates as a distributor and manufacturer's representative specializing in electrical heating systems. The company is headquarted in Peach Tree Corners, Georgia with branch offices in the states of Florida, Alabama, and South Carolina. The company offers products and services such as electric heater systems, industrial heating systems, electric comfort heat, and power temperature controls. These solutions cater to needs of both the industrial and commercial heating and control sectors.
WELDOTHERM Gesellschaft für Wärmetechnik mbH, founded in Germany, is a manufacturer of equipment for controlled heat treatment. The company's product range includes heat treatment units, heating elements, measuring and control engineering accessories, infrared gas burners, and special heating systems. The company has offices in Ukraine, South Africa, Austria, Russia, and Hungary. It also provides services such as maintenance and repair, training, rental services, product selection guidance, and technical and customer support.
Isabellenhütte USA, founded in 1989 and headquartered in Swansea, MA, United States, is a manufacturer of precision alloys and power resistor products. The company's products use precision measurement technology, such as DC current, voltage and temperature sensors, resistance alloys, and various resistors, including surface-mounted assemblies, bus-bar-mounted assemblies, and hybrid-mounted assemblies. It serves industries that include automotive, chemical processing, and medical equipment manufacturing. Isabellenhütte USA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Isabellenhütte Heusler GmbH KG, located in Dillenburg, Germany.
Acrolab Ltd was founded in 1948 in Windsor, Ontario as Accurate Laboratories where it still presides. The ISO 9001:2015-certified company provides thermal systems products and services for general manufacturing, electronics, automotive, and rubber industries among others. The company’s products include heat pipes, thermocouples, control panels, and other thermal distribution tools. The company provides thermal engineering, thermal simulation, and research & development services for customers. Thermal engineering provides concept development support. Simulations provide analysis to assist in design choice and operational strategies. The research and development group creates new designs for customers.
Cheri Electrothermal Equipment Limited Company is a manufacturer of heating products for industrial processes established in 2003 and located in Freeport, IL, USA. The company offers band heaters for use in cylinder-based systems such as plastic extruders, immersion heaters for heating liquids in reduction or separation processes, and heating elements for 3D printers and CO2 regulators. It also offers cartridge heaters for a range of heating system types and standards. The company is CE-RoHS 2.0 and EC 2014/30/EU-certified, mainly serving client manufacturers of industrial machinery and consumer appliances.
Kanthal AB was founded in 1931 and is a manufacturer and supplier of electric heating products based in Halstahammar, Vastmanland, Sweden. The company manufactures products such as electric air heaters, high temperature and resistance material, and customized electric heating equipment. The products are used in industries such as home appliance, automotive, and aluminum. The company also offers electrification services in the form of electric radiant heaters for customers. The company has invented and developed the electric resistanc alloy made of iron, chromium, and aluminum material.
Thermometrics Corporation, founded in 1965, is an American manufacturer based in Northridge, California, specializing in temperature sensors and related instrumentation. The company offers various sensors, including resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) and temperature sensors. It also manufactures related products such as thermistors, thermocouples, and infrared (IR) thermometers. The company offers complementary products like thermowells and cable assemblies, as well as calibration services to ensure the accuracy of temperature sensors over time. It serves scientific laboratories and diverse industries, including chemical processing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and power generation.
Leading Edge Metals & Alloys is a supplier of refractory as well as exotic metal alloys established in 2009 and located in Torrance, California, USA. The company offers tantalum for high corrosion-resistant applications or alloys, molybdenum for increasing steel alloy strength or electrical conductivity, and niobium for improving the strength of alloys at low temperatures. It also offers Nickel 200, 233, and 270 for wire manufacturing or ingot production. The company mainly serves clients in the industrial manufacturing and processing sectors.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Applebee-Church, Inc. |
14.8%
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| 2 | Multi/Cable Corp. |
10.2%
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| 3 | Isotek Corporation |
9.1%
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| 4 | Thermal Wire & Cable Corp. |
9.1%
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| 5 | Tempco Electric Heater Corp. |
8.0%
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| 6 | Belden Inc. |
6.8%
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| 7 | Kanthal AB |
5.7%
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| 8 | Telatemp Corporation |
5.7%
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| 9 | Cheri Electrothermal Equipment Limited Company |
4.5%
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| 10 | Suzhou Hancowi Tech Co., Ltd |
4.5%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the thermocouple wire page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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United States of America
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7 | 87.5% |
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Germany
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1 | 12.5% |
