Six-Channel Thermocouple Temperature Rise Measurement System 0-40A Linear Current Source
Product Overview
The Six-Station 0-40A Adjustable Current Temperature Rise Tester by HongCe is a precision thermal evaluation instrument designed for measuring temperature rise in plugs, socket-outlets, connectors, terminals, and electrical contacts under continuous rated current conditions. Fully compliant with international standards including IEC 60884-1, IEC 60669-1, and IEC 60309-1, this system delivers accurate, repeatable thermal performance data essential for product safety certification and quality assessment.
Key Features
- Six Independent Test Stations: Each with dedicated linear current sources delivering 0-40A AC with <1% THD
- 36-Channel Precision Thermocouple System: T-type thermocouples with independent cold junction compensation and galvanic isolation
- Automatic Thermal Equilibrium Detection: PLC-controlled algorithm per IEC 60884-1 Clause 19.3
- Ambient Temperature Compensation: PT100 RTD reference with ±0.1°C accuracy
- 10-Inch Color HMI Touch Screen: Real-time monitoring with multi-channel trending
- Comprehensive Data Recording: Configurable logging intervals with CSV export capability
- Over-Temperature Protection: User-configurable thresholds with automatic current ramp-down
- Industrial Construction: Forced-air cooling with thermostatic control
Testing Functions
- IEC 60884-1 Clause 19 Temperature Rise testing
- IEC 60669-1 Clause 18 Switch Temperature Rise evaluation
- Multi-point thermal mapping for hot-spot identification
- Comparative thermal performance analysis
- Long-duration thermal stability studies
- Production lot sampling for quality control
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Test Stations |
6 independent stations, expandable |
| Test Current |
0-40A AC, ±0.5% accuracy, THD <1% |
| Output Voltage |
12V AC at 40A (480 VA per station) |
| Temperature Sensors |
T-type thermocouples with PT100 ambient reference |
| Temperature Channels |
36 channels total (6 per station), galvanic isolation 500V DC |
| Temperature Range |
0°C to +200°C, ±0.3°C accuracy |
| Display System |
10-inch 1024×600 color TFT HMI touch screen |
| Power Supply |
AC 380V ±10%, 50Hz, three-phase, 4 kVA maximum |
| Data Export |
USB 2.0 (CSV), RS-232, optional RS-485 Modbus RTU |
| Dimensions |
1400 × 800 × 1700 mm (W×D×H) |
| Weight |
Approximately 420 kg |
Compatible Test Objects
- Household plugs (2.5A-16A at 250V AC)
- Fixed socket-outlets and portable adapters
- Appliance couplers (IEC 60320 C13/C14, C15/C16, C19/C20)
- Industrial connectors (IEC 60309, 16A/32A)
- Connection terminals and junction boxes
- USB charging socket-outlets with AC-DC converters
Core Technology
- Linear Regulated Current Source: Pure sinusoidal waveform with <1% THD eliminates harmonic heating artifacts
- Automatic Thermal Equilibrium Algorithm: Real-time sliding-window computation eliminates operator judgment variability
- Per-Channel Cold Junction Compensation: Individual PT100 RTD sensors achieve ±0.3°C system accuracy
International Standards Compliance
| Standard |
Clause(s) |
Requirements |
| IEC 60884-1:2013 |
Clause 19.1-19.4 |
Temperature rise test with limits: terminals ≤45K, accessible metal ≤40K |
| IEC 60669-1:2017 |
Clause 18 |
Switch temperature rise: terminals ≤45K, ≤30K for switches ≤16A |
| IEC 60309-1:2021 |
Clause 22 |
Temperature rise for industrial plugs/socket-outlets |
| GB/T 2099.1-2008 |
Clause 19 |
China national standard equivalent to IEC 60884-1 |
| BS 1363-1:2023 |
Clause 17 |
UK standard temperature rise test for BS 1363 plugs |
Manufacturer Note: HongCe is an ISO 9001:2015 certified source factory manufacturer with comprehensive in-house manufacturing capabilities including CNC machining, heat treatment, precision grinding, and calibration services. All equipment includes 12-month warranty and lifetime technical support.