Glossary

Bimetal thermometer

Bimetal thermometer refers to a thermometer in which temperature variations are indicated by the changes in the shape of a bar consisting of two metals with different expansion coefficients soldered together.

Flat bimetallic plates curl when they experience temperature variations; coiled bimetallic plates unfold or fold tighter.

Ref: 86475/2006-09-14


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Alternative Spellings (Synonyms): Thermometern, Thermometers

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