Thermocouples, particularly those of modern design and construction, continue to have an important part to play in today's glass industry. As this article explains, the use of precious metal sheaths for protection of the thermocouple elements against molten glass and the high temperatures involved, has resulted in a life expectancy that is almost equal to that of the forehearth itself.
Origin
Englehard Clal, Uk
Journal Title
Glass 72 9 1995 379-380
Sector
Container glass
Class
C 844