Notices
Series I Tech Garage The place to discuss anything technical about the RX-8 that doesn't fit into any of the categories below.

K-type thermocouple as IAT probe.

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old 05-21-2009, 11:42 PM
  #1  
U-Stink-But-I-♥-U
Thread Starter
iTrader: (1)
 
carbonRX8's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: 12 o'clock on the Beltway.
Posts: 2,004
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
K-type thermocouple as IAT probe.

I have a K-type thermocouple that was intended to be used as clamp on EGT probe, but I want to slip it inside my post-intercooler intake track and use it to record IAT. Any reason that this will not work?

If you haven't ever played with a thermocouple, please dont post.

I will try it out just to see. I cant imagine why I would not report SOMETHING. It might not report correctly or timely, but it is a start.
Old 05-21-2009, 11:47 PM
  #2  
Boosted Kiwi
iTrader: (2)
 
Brettus's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Y-cat-o NZ
Posts: 20,525
Received 1,492 Likes on 840 Posts
Never played with a TC but i did do this .

https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-do-yourself-forum-73/diy-iat-sensor-turbo-164751/
Old 05-22-2009, 01:35 AM
  #3  
Modulated Moderator
iTrader: (3)
 
dannobre's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Smallville
Posts: 13,718
Received 334 Likes on 289 Posts
There is a nice Delco IAT sensor that is designed for quick response and an automotive environment

I can look for the part # if you want...I think it was about $20 last time I ordered one

K type will work..but it is designed for a much broader temp range..and the resolution wouldn't be the best for the application
Old 05-24-2009, 05:26 PM
  #4  
Registered
 
Georgia8er's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Georgia
Posts: 371
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
K types are usually fairly slow to respond to change as well.
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Brettus
Series I Engine Tuning Forum
46
04-19-2024 06:28 AM
fistofmeat
Series I Trouble Shooting
8
10-07-2016 12:15 PM
05rx8mazda
RX-8 Parts For Sale/Wanted
18
11-28-2015 09:42 AM
RXeckless
RX-8's For Sale/Wanted
6
08-16-2015 12:51 PM



You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.

Quick Reply: K-type thermocouple as IAT probe.



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 02:44 PM.