Thermometer for concrete: purpose and types

07-07-2018

Building

Concrete is a type of artificial stone that is made by mixing cement, sand, rubble and other additives and fillers. At the same time in the process of its manufacture various chemical reactions are involved, which can generate heat, and some of them need to be heated. That is why the production uses a thermometer to measure the temperature of concrete, through which you can follow all the stages of creation to obtain the required quality.

Amateur photo of concrete temperature measurement

General concepts

To begin with, it is necessary to say that usually such measurements are made only in factories or, if necessary, a certain brand is obtained. In this case, a thermometer is used to heat the concrete, since it is immediately connected to the furnace or other elements that raise the temperature. In private construction, this technique is not used (find out here how temperature joints are made in concrete).

The simplest type of measuring devices with an arrow board

Purpose

First of all, a thermometer for measuring the temperature of concrete is used in order to obtain a strictly defined quality with specific parameters during the preparation of the solution.

The fact is that temperature is the determining factor that can affect even the brand of products.

These devices are highly accurate and easy to use, although they require the presence of batteries

It is worth noting that sometimes cutting of reinforced concrete with diamond circles is very easy, since the material that was prepared with a violation of this type was used to create the wall. This material often crumbles, and cracks appear in it.
Also, such devices are used when pouring. The fact is that the installation manual requires that the temperature of the solution during its freezing be within certain limits. It is not the state of the environment that is important, but the solution.

Tip! In the cold season, professional masters recommend adding a special composition against freezing to liquid concrete. This will help to raise the characteristics of the solution and avoid measurements.

Some of the first thermometers for taking such indications are a success even today, since they have amazing accuracy.

Varieties

The simplest temperature control device Mod 01 has a relatively small error, but requires immersion of the control probe directly into the material.

It is quite easy to use and does not need additional systems or equipment.

The tool allows you to receive data at a distance most often used in the production or on a large scale local fill

It should be noted that the electronic screen on this device shows the most accurate data up to tenths or hundredths. However, it is worth buying such products only from verified sellers and with a special seal confirming the passage of control.
A standard digital thermometer, unlike a handheld thermometer, does not experience environmental errors.. However, measurements need to be made in several places with constant stirring to obtain more accurate readings.

Industrial devices not only measure temperature, but can immediately regulate the level of heating, as they are connected with the appropriate equipment

Recently, devices using a laser beam have become particularly popular.. They make it possible to exercise control at a distance and without immersion. At the same time, for the accuracy of the readings, it is necessary that the solution be stirred, since the temperature in it will be the same.

Tip! Usually the master when choosing such devices are guided by their cost. However, in the production on an industrial scale and the manufacture of certain grades of concrete, it is necessary to have concrete equipment.

Portable devices that allow monitoring in certain areas simultaneously and for a long time.

Recommendations for the principle of use

Когда производится алмазное бурение отверстий в бетоне, то очень часто нужно контролировать температуру материала, чтобы он не перегревался и не дал трещину (читайте также статью «Усиление железобетонных конструкций: основные методы и их особенности»).

You can also use a thermometer for this.

Such measurements are very important, especially when building in the winter season.

If the measurements are made with your own hands, then it is worth taking a few readings and find the arithmetic average between them. It should be noted that exactly the same technique is used in production.
It is important to mention that the price of such devices is quite different. Therefore, for private use it is best to purchase models with low cost.
Choosing a thermometer for work is very important to pay attention to the scale of measurements that he uses. The fact is that if this is not done, then you can buy an aggregate that will give Fahrenheit readings, which is not very convenient, since you will have to translate to the most familiar coordinate system.

All such devices have a certain range of work, which is worth paying attention to when purchasing

Conclusion

After reading the video in this article, you can get an idea about these devices and their use in the manufacture of concrete. Also based on the article that was presented above, it is necessary to conclude that such thermometers are mainly used only in production, and in normal construction their use is not required or is severely limited (also find out why concrete varnish is needed).