Thermocouple 2
Thermocouple 2 : (Techn) A temperature measuring device consisting of a junction of two dissimilar metals. When heated, an electrical current is generated that is proportional to the temperature. Note: Typical thermocouples are made of platinum-rhodium, chromelalumel, and iron- or copper-constantan. Several thermocouples in parallel or in series are called a thermopile