Chapter 2
Install and Wire Your Module
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Tip designs of thermocouple sensors
Measuring point insulated
(ungrounded)
Thermocouple
Measuring point
Sheath
Wire the Thermocouple Module and Thermocouple Sensor
in the Field
Connect the thermocouple sensors directly to the module terminals.
Direct sensor wiring
Shielded/sheathed thermocouple sensor
Blue
Red
-
+
Process
temperature
measurement
ATTENTION: Direct wiring is the preferred method of wiring for
thermocouples.
Measuring point not
insulated (grounded)
Thermocouple
Cable tray/conduit
Green
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Measuring point
Sheath
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Red
Blue
1 2 3
4 5 6
1 2 3
4 5 6
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