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Thermocouple Insulators
ORX / TRX / FRX
Tolerances
The diameter and "out of roundness" of NEWPORT's insulators is plus or minus 3% or ±0.005", whichever is greater. The straightness is at least 1/32 inch for each six-inch length. The following table lists the maximum recommended wire diameters which should be used with six-inch sections. Closer tolerances are permissible with shorter sections, but the minimum clearance tolerance is ±5% or 0.005 inch, whichever is greater.
OMEGATITE® 450
This is an impervious, recrystallized, pure alumina ceramic containing over 99.8% Al2O3. It has the most superior gas and vacuum tightness and electrical insulating properties at elevated temperatures. It is non-reactive and recommended for use with platinum, as well as tungsten and molybdenum thermocouple alloys. The maximum service temperature is 1900°C (3450°F).

OMEGATITE® 350

This is an impervious, recrystallized pure alumina ceramic containing over 99% Al2O3
. It has superior gas and vacuum tightness and electrical insulating properties at elevated temperatures. It is non-reactive and compatible with tungsten and molybdenum thermocouple alloys. The maximum service temperature is 1900°C (3450°F). Assortment of Newport's miniature insulators showing relative size. Sizes up to 1/4 inch O.D. are available from stock. Call Custom Engineering for Pricing of Specific Tolerance Insulators.

OMEGATITE® 200

This material is recommended for most thermocouple applications. It consists of a mullite type ceramic capable of withstanding temperatures up to 1650°C (3000°F).
Bore Diameter
1/8"
3/32"
5/64"
1/16"
3/64"
1/32"
0.020
1/64"
0.005
Maximum Wire Dia.
0.102"
0.064"
0.064"
0.040"
0.032"
0.020"
0.012"
0.008"
0.001"

Typical Chemical Analysis
 
Al2O3
SiO2
MgO
Na2O
Ca
Fe2O3
Cr2O3
TiO2
MnO
ZrO2
K2O
OMEGATITE® 450
99.8
.070
.050
.005
.030
.025
<.003
.004
.001
-
-
OMEGATITE® 350
99.0
.7
.07
.05
.030
.07
-
-
-
-
-
OMEGATITE® 200
55.4
42.0
.04
.5
.1
.8
-
.5
-
-
-
Note: All properties are average for test specimens. Tests were performed according to ASTM specifications.

Typical Physical Properties
Properties
OMEGATITE® 450
OMEGATITE® 350
OMEGATITE® 200
Constitution
99.8% Al2O3
99% Al2O3
80% Mullite
20% Glass
Water Absorption
0.00
0.00
0.00
Specific Gravity
3.85
2.8
2.4
Gas Permeability
Gas Tight
Gas Tight
Gas Tight
Compressive Strength (psi)
300,000
300,000
100,000
Tensile Strength (psi)
30,000
30,000
14,00
Transverse Strength (psi)
55,000
55,000
20,00
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion
24 to 250°C (75 to 480°F)
24 to 500°C (75 to 930°F)
24 to 1000°C (75 to 1830°F)
24 to 1500°C (75 to 2730°F)
6.2 x 10-6
7.4 x 10-6
8.5 x 10-6
9.8 x 10-6
3.3 x 10-6
4.0 x 10-6
5.0 x 10-6
-
-
-
-
-
Approximate Thermal Conductivity (BTU/ft2/hr/°F/in)
24°C (75°F)
100°C (1470°F)
230
60
210
50
16
-
Max. Service Temperature
1950°C (3540°C)
1900° (3180°F)
1650°C (3000°F)
Dielectric Constant (1MC)
9.29
8.61
4.95
Dielectric Strength (volts/mil)
230
250
250
Volume Resistivity (ohm cm)
1013
1013
-
Te Value
800°C
1100°C
-
Hardness (Mohs Scale)
9
9
7
Fabrication Methods
Cast or Extrusion
Cast or Extrusion
Extrusion
WIDE RANGE OF SIZES AVAILABLE
NEWPORT® thermocouple insulators are supplied in a wide range of sizes. Sizes up to 1/4 inch OD are available from stock. Other sizes and lengths by quotation.

IMPORTANT ORDERING NOTES
LENGTHS: Prices quoted are for standard six (6) inch length ceramics. Other sizes and styles are available on special order.

SPECIAL SIZES OR SHAPES: Orders for special sizes, shapes and tolerances should be explicit and accompanied by a sketch or print. Single hole ceramics with closed end are available. Consult Sales Department.
Special lengths and metric dimensions available. Consult Sales for details.

SINGLE HOLE ROUND INSULATORS
Outside Diameter
(Inches)
Inside Diameter
(Inches)
OMEGATITE® 450
Model No.
OMEGATITE® 350
Model No.
OMEGATITE® 200
Model No.
1/4 1/8 ORX-1814 ORA-1814 ORM-1814
1/4 3/32 ORX-33214 ORA-33214 ORM-33214
1/4 1/16 ORX-11614 ORA-11614 ORM-11614
3/16 3/32 ORX-332316 ORA-332316 ORM-332316
3/16 1/16 ORX-116316 ORA-116316 ORM-116316
1/8 1/16 ORX-11618 ORA-11618 ORM-11618
1/16 1/32 ORX-132116 ORA-132116 ORM-132116
1/32 0.02 ORX-020132 ORA-020132 ORM-020132

TWO HOLE ROUND INSULATORS
Outside Diameter
(Inches)
Inside Diameter
(Inches)
OMEGATITE® 450
Model No.
OMEGATITE® 350
Model No.
OMEGATITE® 200
Model No.
1/4 5/64 TRX-56414 TRA-56414 TRM-56414
1/4 1/16 TRX-11614 TRA-11614 TRM-11614
3/16 1/16 TRX-116316 TRA-116316 TRM-116316
1/8 0.040 TRX-04018 TRA-04018 TRM-04018
1/8 1/32 TRX-13218 TRA-13218 TRM-13218
1/8 0.020 TRX-02018 TRA-02018 TRM-02018
1/16 1/64 TRX-164116 TRA-164116 TRM-164116
3/64 0.010 TRX-010364 TRA-010364 TRM-010364
1/32 0.005 TRX-005132 TRA-005132 TRM-005132

FOUR HOLE ROUND INSULATORS
Outside Diameter
(Inches)
Inside Diameter
(Inches)
OMEGATITE® 450
Model No.
OMEGATITE® 350
Model No.
OMEGATITE® 200
Model No.
1/4 1/16 FRX-11614 FRA-11614 FRM-11614
3/16 3/64 FRX-364316 FRA-364316 FRM-364316
3/16 1/32 FRX-132316 FRA-132316 FRM-132316
1/8 0.020 FRX-02018 FRA-02018 FRM-02018
1/16 1/64 FRX-164116 FRA-164116 FRM-164116
1/32 0.005 FRX-005132 FRA-005132 FRM-005132
*All stock are six inches in length. Other sizes, styles and lengths by quotation.


To Order (Specify Model Number, see variations below in partnumber builder table)    
 Part Number   Availability   Price    Description    Qty.
 Example part numbers are shown below. Use the Part Number Builder below this table for your exact configuration.
 ORX-1814-6 in-stock    $30.00     CERAMIC SINGLE HOLE ROUND INSULATOR, 6 inches, 5PK  
 ORX-1814-12 in-stock    $41.00     CERAMIC SINGLE HOLE ROUND INSULATOR, 12 inches, 5PK  
 ORX-1814-18 in-stock    $12.50     CERAMIC SINGLE HOLE ROUND INSULATOR, 18 inches  
 ORX-1814-24 in-stock    $17.00     CERAMIC SINGLE HOLE ROUND INSULATOR, 24 inches  
 ORX-1814-36 in-stock    $28.00     CERAMIC SINGLE HOLE ROUND INSULATOR, 36 inches  
 
All dollar amounts on this site are shown in US currency.

 Note: All stock insulators are six inches in length. Other sizes, styles and lengths by quotation.
 Part Number Builder
(1) (2) (3)
- -
Option Descriptions
(1) Model Code(see part number tables above)
  Select
ORX for OMEGATITE® 450 / Single Hole
ORA for OMEGATITE® 350 / Single Hole
ORM for OMEGATITE® 200 / Single Hole
TRX for OMEGATITE® 450 / 2 Hole
TRA for OMEGATITE® 350 / 2 Hole
TRM for OMEGATITE® 200 / 2 Hole
FRX for OMEGATITE® 450 / 4 Hole
FRA for OMEGATITE® 350 / 4 Hole
FRM for OMEGATITE® 200 / 4 Hole
(2) Dimension
  Select
1814 for 1/8 in. Inside Dia. 1/4 in. Outside Dia.
33214 for 3/32 in. Inside Dia. 1/4 in. Outside Dia.
11614 for 1/16 in. Inside Dia. 1/4 in. Outside Dia.
332316 for 3/32 in. Inside Dia. 3/16 in. Outside Dia.
116316 for 1/16 in. Inside Dia. 3/16 Outside Dia. in.
11618 for 1/16 in. Inside Dia. 1/8 in. Outside Dia.
132116 for 1/32 in. Inside Dia. 1/16 in. Outside Dia.
020132 for 0.02 in. Inside Dia. 1/32 in. Outside Dia.
56414 for 5/64 in. Inside Dia. 1/4 in. Outside Dia.
04018 for 0.04 in. Inside Dia. 1/8 in. Outside Dia.
13218 for 1/32 in. Inside Dia. 1/8 in. Outside Dia.
02018 for 0.02 in. Inside Dia. 1/8 in. Outside Dia.
164116 for 1/64 in. Inside Dia. 1/16 in. Outside Dia.
010364 for 0.01 in. Inside Dia. 3/64 in. Outside Dia.
005132 for 0.005 in. Inside Dia. 1/32 in. Outside Dia.
364316 for 3/64 in. Inside Dia. 3/16 in. Outside Dia.
132316 for 1/32 in. Inside Dia. 3/16 in. Outside Dia.
(3) Length
  Select
6 for 6 inches (5pk)
12 for 12 inches (5pk)
18 for 18 inches (indiv)
24 for 24 inches (indiv)
36 for 36 inches (indiv)
 NOTE: All combinations may not be valid, check spec sheet for valid part numbers.


   

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