Modular thermowell and method
US8926176B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 6, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 8, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K2101/36
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A thermowell is provided for positioning on a pipeline or tank to measure the temperature. The thermowell comprises a head for receiving a probe, and the well has a closed end. An elongated hollow tubular connects the head and the well. The tubular includes one or more tubular parts, each of a selected axial length, joined by a friction welding to one of the more of the head, the well or another of the tubular parts.
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