The 80PK-27 is designed to be compatible with any temperature measuring instrument that accepts Type K thermocouples, has a miniature thermocouple connector, and has cold reference junction compensation. Accuracy of the temperature measuring instrument must be considered along with the 80PK-27 accuracy specifications in order to determine the overall accuracy of the combination. Temperature Limitations The probe tip has continuous temperature rating of 600 °C. However the rest of the assembly is rated for a lower temperature. See the specifications for further information. Media Limitations Media must be compatible with Chromel, Alumel, and 303 stainless steel. Application Information At high temperatures, a surface temperature probe removes a small amount of heat from the measured surface. At 600 °C on a polished metal surface, the temperature at a contact point will be lowered, typically not more than 2 °C. A lowering of the temperature at the contact point is less likely (and contact response time is quicker) on clean, polished, thermally conductive surfaces than on materials with low thermal conductivity, such as plastic or rough, contaminated surfaces. To obtain the best thermal contact and performance, the stainless steel ring must make full and firm contact with the measurement surface.