What Is an Atkins Thermocouple Thermometer Type J Used On?

Cooper-Atkins was established in 1885 and is a leader in temperature and humidity instrumentation. One of the products it produces is the Thermocouple Type J; it is an instrument intended for use in the food service industry.

Thermocouple

The thermocouple is created by coupling two dissimilar alloy wires inside of probe or potting. This allows the unit to measure temperatures on a wide range of products including internal food temperatures and external surface temperatures.

Type J

Cooper-Atkins makes more than one type of thermocouple and more than one type of probe. The Type J is one of the probes the company produces. Different types of probes have different temperature thresholds, uses and cabling. The thermocouple you purchase will need to be compatible with the probe you purchase.

Thermocouple Type J

The "Thermocouple Type J" is a thermometer primarily used in the food services industry. It is a standard thermocouple device that is compatible with the Type J probe.