Hit the target of the Cook CCP with custom designed PhoenixTM Thermocouples
As part of any Food processors HACCP program validation of cook and chill processes is a critical and significant task taking time, effort, and resources.
PhoenixTM have developed a thruprocess temperature monitoring technology specifically for this task designed to meet the challenges of the food processing market. Ideal for the validation process for any new cook regime, new product, or annual process certification.
Monitoring core temperatures of food products can be a challenge and getting it right or wrong can have a significant influence on the data collected and therefore any decisions or conclusions made. For this reason, PhoenixTM offer a range of different thermocouple options to suit different cook and product variations. Positioning the thermocouple sensor in the correct place repeatably in a protein-based product such as chicken generally requires the use of a needle thermocouple. The sensing point on a thermocouple often referred to as the‘ hot junction’ is located in the tip of the needle point.
Selecting the correct tool for the job applies perfectly for thermocouple selection. Matching the needle length and size( OD) to the product being measured is important.
Needle thermocouples are supplied in most cases with PFA / PTFE cables which allow flexible routing of the cable through the process. Such cable is operational up to 265 ° C / 509 ° F, meeting the needs of most cook programs. Above 265 ° C / 509 ° F the only food grade cable material option is a Stainless-Steel mineral insulated thermocouple. The theoretical accuracy of the thermocouple is governed by the type and classification.
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Type K thermocouple cables are provided with special limits or error ± 1.1 ° C / ± 2.0 ° F or 0.4 % of reading. Type T are IEC EN 60584-2 class 1 therefore ± 0.5 ° C / ± 0.9. ° F(-40 to 125 ° C / 257 ° F).
For added confidence in data PhoenixTM can offer calibrated type K or T thermocouples. Utilising the PhoenixTM Thermal View Food software both thermocouple and data logger correction factors can then be applied to the profile data to maximize measurement accuracy.
PhoenixTM offer a range of needle lengths to match product size. In this way heat conduction errors down the needle can be avoided. The needle thermocouples are offered with a locking collar designed to keep the senor location fixed during testing even with product movement and changes in the product physical characterises during cook.
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