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Coiled-cable Type K surface probe with mini plug

Cooper Atkins

Cooper Atkins 50012-K Type K Surface Temperature Probe

SKU CH-5AER-HP03F

Type K surface probe measures -40 to 500 °F with 12 in coiled cable extending to 48 in

  • Product typeEnvironmental & Mechanical
  • Type K thermocouple covers -40 °F to 500 °F
  • Coiled 12 in cable extends to 48 in for reach
  • 3/8 in probe tip fits tight surfaces
  • Mini plug connects directly to compatible meters
  • Rated to 260 °C for high-heat tasks

Surface Temperature Probe — Type K

The Cooper Atkins 50012-K is a Type K thermocouple probe designed for surface and air temperature measurement. It suits technicians and engineers who need a direct-contact sensor with a mini plug connection for compatible meters.

Sustained Measurement Range

The probe operates continuously from -40 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, which equals -40 to 260 degrees Celsius. Its thermocouple construction maintains response across this span without the drift that can affect short-term readings.

Installation and Common Issues

The coiled cable extends from 12 inches to 48 inches, giving flexibility for tight or moving surfaces. The 3/8 inch diameter tip fits flat contact points, but curved or heavily oxidized surfaces can reduce thermal transfer and accuracy.

How it compares

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Price $100.99
Pricier than about 64% of the 3,030 comparable items (median $54.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCOOPER ATKINS
Product typeEnvironmental & Mechanical

Questions about this item

Does the coiled cable stay manageable when the probe is left on a hot surface all day?

The cable extends to 48 inches when stretched and retracts to 12 inches coiled, keeping excess length off the work area during long measurements.

What connector does the 50012-K need on the meter to function?

It terminates in a standard Type K mini plug, so the meter must accept that miniature two-pin connector.

Can the 50012-K be used with a legacy thermocouple meter calibrated only to 260 °C?

The probe covers -40 °C to 260 °C, matching the meter's upper limit exactly for full-range readings.

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