WSS Bimetal Thermometers

Series Part Number

Part Number: W S S N P - 5 8 1 BF
Explanation:

Instrument

W - Temperature-measuring instrument

Measuring principle

S - Metal-expansion thermometer

Sensing element

S - Bimetal strip element
G - Bimetal rod element
T - Digital-display type

Liquid filling

Omitted - Standard construction
N - Vibration-resistant type

Output

Omitted - Standard local indication
P - Remote signal; two-wire Pt100 standard, three-wire Pt100 or 4–20mA options
X - Electrical contacts
4~20mA - 4–20mA output

Dial diameter

3 - 60mm
4 - 100mm
5 - 150mm

Orientation

0 - Axial, straight form
1 - Radial, angle form
2 - 135°, obtuse-angle form
5 - Thermowell-type radial form
6 - Thermowell-type axial form
7 - Thermowell-type universal form
8 - Universal-angle form

Mounting

0 - No fixing device
1 - Adjustable male thread
2 - Adjustable female thread
3 - Fixed thread
4 - Fixed flange
5 - Compression-fitting thread
6 - Compression-fitting flange

Protection construction

Omitted - Standard type
BF - Stainless corrosion-resistant construction
W - Protective type with removable insert

Description

Mechanical temperature indication

WSS thermometers use a bimetal sensing element to drive a local pointer without external power. They measure compatible liquids, steam and gases in boilers, process piping, water systems, heat exchangers and industrial equipment. Axial, radial and universal-angle constructions position the dial for convenient reading.

Choose the calibrated temperature span, insertion length and process connection for the installation. Available spans fall within -40°C to 600°C; the complete family envelope is separate from the range printed on an individual dial.

Standard model comparison

ModelOrientationDial diameterProbe diameterThreadAccuracy class
WSS-301Axial60mm6mmM16×1.52.5
WSS-311Radial60mm6mmM16×1.52.5
WSS-381Universal60mm6mmM16×1.52.5
WSS-401Axial100mm10mmM27×21.5
WSS-411Radial100mm10mmM27×21.5
WSS-481Universal100mm10mmM27×21.5
WSS-501Axial150mm10mmM27×21.5
WSS-511Radial150mm10mmM27×21.5
WSS-581Universal150mm10mmM27×21.5

Construction and measuring options

ParameterSpecification
CaseNickel-plated iron; stainless corrosion-resistant construction available
Protective tube304 stainless steel
Reference stem length100mm, customizable
ProtectionIP55
Thermal response≤40s
Pressure resistance≤6MPa; select the complete assembly for actual service conditions
Range choices-40°C to 80°C; 0–50°C; 0–100°C; 0–150°C; 0–200°C; 0–300°C; 0–400°C; 0–500°C; 0–600°C; custom spans
Mounting choicesNo fixing device, adjustable male or female thread, fixed thread, fixed flange, compression-fitting thread or flange
Additional constructionsLiquid-filled vibration-resistant, stainless corrosion-resistant and removable-insert types
WSS thermometer stainless steel protective tube and adjustable threaded fitting
The stainless protective tube places the sensing element in the measured medium.

WSSP remote-signal and WSSX contact versions

WSSP combines local mechanical indication with a remote temperature signal. The standard configuration is two-wire Pt100, with three-wire Pt100 or 4–20mA options. Choose a sensor connection head or an aviation-style plug connector.

WSSX combines local indication with electrical contacts and a junction-box connection. Match the contact circuit to the supplied instrument's switching rating.

Both versions offer 60mm, 100mm and 150mm dials, 6mm or 10mm protective tubes, axial/radial/universal orientations, M16×1.5 or M27×2 threads, class 1.5 accuracy, IP55 protection and a 100mm reference stem. Their remote and contact functions are separate ordering choices.

Installation and ordering

Immerse the entire sensing section and specify enough stem length for the pipe or vessel. General insertion guidance is greater than 100mm, or greater than 150mm for a 0–50°C configuration; choose an extended stem where required. Protect the tube from impact and bending, and tighten the process fitting without using the case as a wrench.

Specify dial size, orientation, output, calibrated range, stem length, connection and materials together. The example WSSNP-581BF selects the bimetal strip construction, vibration-resistant filling, remote output, 150mm dial, universal orientation, adjustable male thread and stainless corrosion-resistant construction. Confirm the remote-signal option and process conditions when ordering.