scope:

This specification covers the requirements for signal conditioners and power supplies (electrical) used in conjunction with thermocouples and resistance temperature element assemblies for Naval ships. It does not include the design of the sensing elements and wells or the requirements for the readout or display.

The classification shall be of the following format, as specified (see 6.2.1):

Temperature measurement equipment shall be designated by the three letter symbols as follows:

TRE - Temperature resistance equipment, platinum.

TTE - Temperature thermocouple equipment, type K.

The temperature range in degrees Fahrenheit (°F) shall be designated by its numerical value (see 3.5.1.1 and 3.5.2.1).

intended Use:

This equipment is intended to provide control input and monitoring of temperatures shipboard engineering plants.