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I1-18: BIMETALLIC STRIP THERMOMETERS

PURPOSE: Allow students to see how bimetallic strips are used in thermometers and thermostats.

DESCRIPTION: The case has been removed from a thermometer and thermostat mechanism for a household furnace thermostat. Important parts such as the bimetallic strip and the mercury switch are clearly visible.

SUGGESTIONS: Pass around class.

REFERENCES: (PIRA unknown.)

EQUIPMENT: Cutaway Honeywell thermometer and visible Chronotherm thermostat mounted in plastic box.

SETUP TIME: None.


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