ABB TSH220 SensyTemp High Temperature Thermocouple with Ceramic Thermowell for Industrial Furnace Temperature Measurement

According to ABB technical information, the TSH220 can operate at temperatures up to 1800 °C (3272 °F), significantly extending the temperature range available from conventional industrial temperature sensors. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Product Identification

• Manufacturer: ABB
• Product Series: SensyTemp TSH200
• Model: TSH220
• Product Type: Straight Thermocouple
• Application: High-Temperature Measurement
• Thermowell Type: Ceramic
• Maximum Operating Temperature: 1800 °C (3272 °F)
• Thermocouple Types: K, J, N, R, S, B
• Connection Heads: A, AUS, AUZ, AUZH, B, BUS, BUZ, BUZH
• Application Areas: Industrial Furnaces and High-Temperature Processes

ABB TSH220 Overview

The ABB TSH220 is designed for direct temperature measurement in industrial processes where temperatures can exceed the practical range of conventional metal thermowells.

Unlike the TSH210, which uses a metal thermowell and has a maximum operating temperature of 1300 °C, the TSH220 uses a ceramic thermowell and supports temperatures up to 1800 °C. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

This configuration makes the TSH220 particularly suitable for industrial furnaces, ceramic processing, cement production, glass manufacturing, steel processing and high-temperature waste treatment.

Ceramic Thermowell

The ceramic thermowell is one of the defining characteristics of the ABB TSH220. ABB specifies ceramic materials including C530, C610 and C799 for TSH220 thermowell configurations. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Ceramic construction provides the temperature resistance required for applications where standard metallic protection tubes may not be suitable.

The selected ceramic material depends on the application, operating temperature and process conditions. The exact configuration should therefore be determined from the complete sensor specification.

Maximum Operating Temperature

The ABB TSH220 has a maximum operating temperature of up to 1800 °C (3272 °F). This places the model within ABB’s high-temperature measurement range. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

The actual allowable operating temperature depends on the selected thermowell material, thermocouple configuration, installation arrangement and process conditions.

For this reason, the maximum temperature of the complete sensor assembly should be considered together with its specific configuration rather than using the model designation alone.

Thermocouple Types

The TSH220 supports multiple thermocouple configurations. ABB technical documentation lists Type K, J, N, R, S and B thermocouples, with single and dual configurations available depending on the selected design. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Different thermocouple types provide different measurement characteristics and temperature ranges. The correct type should be selected according to the process temperature and measurement requirements.

The thermocouple type is an important part of the complete TSH220 configuration and should be verified from the equipment identification or ordering specification.

TSH220 Mechanical Designs

ABB documentation identifies several TSH220 mechanical designs, including AK, AKK and BK. These configurations differ in their thermowell, inner tube and holding-tube arrangements. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

The standard nominal lengths vary according to the selected configuration. ABB documentation lists standard lengths including 355, 500, 710, 1000, 1400 and 2000 mm depending on the design. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

This modular structure allows the sensor to be adapted to different furnace and process installation requirements.

Connection Head Options

The TSH220 can be supplied with several connection-head configurations. ABB lists A, AUS, AUZ, AUZH, B, BUS, BUZ and BUZH connection heads within the TSH220 product range. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

The connection head provides the interface between the thermocouple assembly and the associated wiring or measurement electronics.

Depending on the selected configuration, the head may also accommodate a temperature transmitter.

Temperature Transmitter Integration

The SensyTemp TSH200 family can be configured with a transmitter in the connection head. ABB identifies communication options including 4 to 20 mA, HART, PROFIBUS PA and FOUNDATION Fieldbus for applicable configurations. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

This allows the temperature measurement to be integrated into a process control system while maintaining a modular sensor arrangement.

The exact output and communication configuration depends on the selected transmitter and complete sensor specification.

Industrial Furnace Applications

The TSH220 is designed for high-temperature applications where direct measurement of process temperature is required.

Typical applications identified by ABB include cement and brick manufacturing, porcelain and ceramics production, garbage and hazardous waste incineration, glass manufacturing and steel industry processes. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

The ceramic thermowell allows the sensor to operate in environments where high thermal resistance is required.

Cement and Brick Manufacturing

Cement and brick production involves high-temperature processing stages where accurate temperature monitoring is important for process control.

The ABB TSH220 can be configured for these applications using an appropriate thermocouple, thermowell material, insertion length and connection arrangement.

The selected configuration should correspond to the furnace design and installation point.

Ceramics and Porcelain Industry

Ceramic and porcelain manufacturing processes can involve temperatures that require specialized temperature sensors.

ABB identifies the TSH220 as suitable for porcelain and ceramics applications, where its ceramic thermowell provides the high-temperature capability required for the process. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

Waste Incineration

Waste and hazardous waste incineration systems require continuous monitoring of combustion temperatures.

The TSH220 can be used in high-temperature combustion environments where a ceramic thermowell is appropriate.

The sensor configuration should be selected according to the combustion chamber conditions and installation requirements.

Glass and Steel Applications

ABB also identifies the TSH220 for glass industry and steel industry applications. These processes can expose measurement equipment to high temperatures and demanding operating conditions. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}

The ceramic protection system helps provide the thermal resistance required for these high-temperature measurement applications.

Process Connections

The SensyTemp TSH200 family supports different process connection arrangements. ABB lists stop flanges with counterflanges, threaded sockets and welded standard flanges among the available process connections. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}

The TSH220 configuration itself may use different mechanical arrangements depending on the selected design, so the process connection should be confirmed against the complete product specification.

Thermowell Materials

ABB specifies several ceramic thermowell materials for the TSH220, including Ceramic C530, Ceramic C610 and Ceramic C799. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}

The choice of ceramic material can influence the applicable temperature range and suitability for particular process conditions.

When identifying an existing TSH220, the thermowell material should be considered together with the thermocouple type and mechanical configuration.

Technical Specification Summary

Measurement Signal

Depending on the selected configuration, the SensyTemp TSH200 series can provide direct thermocouple output or use a transmitter installed in the connection head.

ABB identifies 4 to 20 mA, HART, PROFIBUS PA and FOUNDATION Fieldbus as available communication options for applicable configurations. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}

The exact signal type should be verified from the complete ordering code and installed transmitter.

Installation Considerations

Correct installation of the TSH220 requires consideration of insertion length, thermowell diameter, process connection, thermocouple type and connection-head configuration.

The sensor should be positioned so that the measuring element is located appropriately within the process while maintaining the mechanical and thermal limits of the selected configuration.

The ceramic thermowell should also be handled carefully because ceramic components have different mechanical characteristics from metallic thermowells.

Maintenance Considerations

Maintenance inspection of an ABB TSH220 can include checking the connection head, electrical terminals, thermocouple wiring, thermowell condition and mechanical mounting.

Because the TSH220 can operate at extremely high temperatures, the thermowell should be inspected for signs of thermal damage, cracking or other deterioration according to the applicable maintenance procedure.

The condition of the thermocouple and associated transmitter should also be considered when troubleshooting measurement errors.

Temperature Measurement Troubleshooting

If the measured temperature is unstable or incorrect, possible areas of investigation include the thermocouple element, wiring, connection head, transmitter, process connection and thermowell.

The thermocouple type must match the configuration of the measurement system. A mismatch between the sensor type and transmitter settings can produce incorrect temperature readings.

The complete measurement circuit should therefore be checked before replacing the sensor.

Compatibility Verification

Before selecting an ABB TSH220 for a particular installation, the following information should be verified:

• TSH220 model designation
• Thermocouple type
• Single or dual thermocouple configuration
• Ceramic thermowell material
• Thermowell diameter
• Insertion length
• Connection-head type
• Process connection
• Transmitter configuration
• Output signal
• Maximum process temperature

These parameters are important because TSH220 is a configurable temperature sensor rather than a single fixed mechanical configuration.

TSH220 Compared with TSH210

ABB’s TSH200 family includes both TSH210 and TSH220 models. TSH210 uses a metal thermowell and supports temperatures up to 1300 °C, while TSH220 uses a ceramic thermowell and supports temperatures up to 1800 °C. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}

The TSH220 is therefore intended for applications requiring a higher temperature capability than the TSH210 configuration.

TSH220 Compared with TSH250

The TSH200 family also includes TSH250, which uses a ceramic thermowell with a platinum finish and is specified for temperatures up to 1650 °C. The TSH220 instead uses a ceramic thermowell and reaches up to 1800 °C. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}

The appropriate model depends on process temperature, chemical environment, thermowell requirements and the complete application specification.

Product Identification for Inventory

For industrial inventory records, the recommended product description is ABB TSH220 SensyTemp High Temperature Thermocouple.

Additional searchable descriptions can include ABB TSH220 Temperature Sensor, ABB TSH220 Ceramic Thermocouple and ABB SensyTemp TSH220 High Temperature Sensor.

The complete ordering configuration should be retained whenever available because the TSH220 product family contains multiple mechanical and electrical variants.

Application in Process Control

The TSH220 can be integrated into industrial process control systems for continuous high-temperature measurement. Depending on the configuration, the sensor can provide direct thermocouple output or communicate through a transmitter using standard industrial signal protocols. :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}

This makes the sensor suitable for process measurement architectures in which temperature information is transferred to control, monitoring or supervisory systems.

High-Temperature Measurement

The principal characteristic of the ABB TSH220 is its high-temperature measurement capability. ABB specifies a maximum operating temperature of up to 1800 °C, supported by the ceramic thermowell design. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}

This capability makes the model suitable for specialized industrial processes where temperature measurement must be performed directly in high-temperature zones.

Conclusion

ABB TSH220 is a SensyTemp TSH200 high-temperature straight thermocouple designed for demanding industrial temperature measurement applications. It uses a ceramic thermowell and supports temperatures up to 1800 °C (3272 °F). :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}

The TSH220 supports multiple thermocouple types, mechanical configurations and connection-head options, making it adaptable to different industrial furnace and process measurement installations. Typical applications include cement and brick manufacturing, ceramics, waste incineration, glass production and steel processing. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}

The recommended technical product name is ABB TSH220 SensyTemp High Temperature Thermocouple with Ceramic Thermowell. When selecting a specific TSH220 configuration, the thermocouple type, thermowell material, insertion length, process connection, connection head and signal configuration should be verified.