3-Channel Industrial Wireless Thermocouple Sensor

Three Zones.
One Wireless Sensor.
Buy Once, Monitor All Three.

Monitor three separate temperature points from one battery-powered sensor: three oven zones, both sides of a heat exchanger, or top-to-bottom of a tank. Add three K-Type probes rated to 500°F when you order, or connect your own. High-temperature probes up to 2000°F and other thermocouple types and ranges are available too. Every channel streams over a 2-mile wireless mesh, with no gateway per point and no monthly fee.
3
Thermocouple Channels
500–2000°F
Probe Range
2 mi
Wireless Range
$0/mo
Recurring Cost
Your Data Stays On Your Network
No Cloud Account Required
Buy Once. Monitor Forever.
Export to Any Cloud
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Setup

Three Thermocouples to One Dashboard

No software to install. No cloud accounts to create. Connect up to three thermocouples, power on, monitor.

01

Connect Three Thermocouples

Plug three K-Type probes, ours or your own, into the on-board connectors. Built-in hot and cold junctions deliver accurate readings, and each connector also accepts a high-temperature probe rated up to 2000°F, or other thermocouple types and ranges, when a process runs hotter.

02

Mount & Power

Mount the enclosure on or near your equipment, optional magnetic hardware makes it tool-free. Run on the D-cell with Supercap or add the external-power option for permanent installations.

03

Wireless Mesh

900MHz self-forming wireless mesh network. Up to 2-mile line-of-sight range with the on-board antenna.

04

Monitor & Act

Browser dashboards, per-channel threshold alerts, and CSV export through the Atrium gateway. Compare all three zones on one timeline and catch excursions before they become failures.

Connect, power, and monitor, no software licenses and no cloud account required. Your data stays on your network.
Three Thermocouple Sensors

Pick the One for Your Job

Each is a different box, with the same software and alerts on the Atrium gateway. Choose by how many points you need to watch from one spot.

Built for Atrium
Your Dashboard

Watch Three Oven Zones From One Screen

Pair the sensor with an Atrium Gateway, open a browser on your network, and drag the readings you care about onto a dashboard. No code to write.

Atrium IIoT Gateway

What You Get With Atrium

  • Gauges and trend lines for all three thermocouple zones
  • Email alerts when a reading crosses a threshold, with relay outputs to act on it
  • Fleet summaries and alert digests emailed on a schedule as PDF or CSV
  • Send readings to MQTT, Node-RED, AWS or Azure when another system needs them
See Everything Atrium Does
Widgets, Custom DashboardSample
Sensor Capabilities

Built for the Plant Floor

Three-channel temperature monitoring that runs locally. No cloud dependency. No software license.

Three K-Type Channels

Three on-board K-Type connectors read three independent temperature points from a single sensor, each with built-in hot and cold junctions for accurate readings.

Use Our Probes or Yours

Add three K-Type thermocouple probes (1 m, 24 AWG cable, rated to 500°F) when you order, or skip them and connect thermocouples you already have. Each connector also accepts a high-temperature probe rated up to 2000°F.

Multiple Thermocouple Types

Beyond the standard K-Type, each connector accepts other thermocouple types on request, so you can match the probe to the process. Types J, T, E, and N cover general-purpose, cryogenic, and high-sensitivity work; noble-metal types S, R, and B handle precision measurement up to 1600–1700°C. Swap probes without changing the sensor.

Long Battery Life

A D-cell with Supercap delivers up to 5 years of battery life. An external-power option is also available for permanent installations.

Rugged IP65 Enclosure

An IP65-rated enclosure with wall-mount and magnet-mount options stands up to harsh industrial environments, while the on-board antenna keeps installs simple. The IP65 rating covers the main enclosure only, not the thermocouple probe.

OTA Firmware Updates

Update firmware wirelessly across your fleet over the wireless mesh network. No climbing ladders, no removing sensors from service.

Technical Specifications

Full Spec Sheet

3
K-Type Channels
500–2000°F
Probe Range
2mi
Wireless Range
5yr
Battery Life
IP65
Enclosure

Temperature Measurement

Channels3 independent K-Type thermocouple channels
Sensor TypeK-Type thermocouple; three K-Type connectors
Optional Probe RangeUp to 260°C (500°F)
High-Temp OptionOptional high-temperature K-Type probe up to 1090°C (2000°F)
JunctionBuilt-in hot & cold junction
ExpandableEach connector accepts other thermocouple types and ranges on request

Optional K-Type Probes (×3)

TypeK-Type thermocouple probe
QuantityThree probes, sold as an add-on
Cable1 m connection cable, 24 AWG
Rated RangeUp to 260°C (500°F)
High-Temp OptionOptional high-temperature K-Type probe up to 1090°C (2000°F)
Other typesOther thermocouple types and ranges available on request

Wireless & Network

ProtocolLong-range wireless mesh
Frequency Bands868 MHz / 900 MHz / 2.4 GHz
Band classSub-GHz (868 / 900 MHz). Sub-gigahertz radio travels farther and penetrates walls and equipment far better than higher-frequency Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
Range (line of sight)Up to 2 miles (on-board antenna)
ReliabilityValidates & retries lost packets
TelemetryBattery level with every transmission
IntegrationOpen communication protocol

Power & Battery

BatteryD-cell with Supercap
Battery LifeUp to 5 years
Power OptionsBattery only, or external power connector + battery

Enclosure & Mounting

MountingWall-mount or magnet-mount
EnclosureIP65 rated (main enclosure only)
AntennaOn-board

Ordering

Battery-powered modelPR55-19B_BTR
External-power modelPR55-19B_PWR
Applications

Where This Sensor Works

Anywhere three temperature points need watching on one sensor, from foundries and power plants to food plants, cold storage and building mechanical rooms.

Industrial Boiler TemperatureIndustrial Boiler Temperature

Watch boiler feed, return and stack on one sensor, in a plant or at a power station, to protect equipment and hold setpoints across the loop.

3 channelsfeed, return & stack on one sensor
Oven Temperature MonitoringOven Temperature Monitoring

Track three zones of a curing oven, foundry furnace or heat-treat line and catch the gap between them before product runs out of spec.

Hot & coldjunction per channel
Liquid Temperature MeasurementLiquid Temperature Measurement

Measure hot liquids and process fluids at three depths or three vessels with a probe suited to the job.

K-Typeor other types on request
Food Storage MonitoringFood Storage Monitoring

Keep cooking, holding and storage temperatures in range across food plants and cold-chain storage zones.

2 miline-of-sight range
HVAC High-Side / Low-SideHVAC High-Side / Low-Side

Monitor high-side, low-side and ambient together on one sensor, exactly the points a tech needs to read at once.

3 pointsone wireless sensor
Concrete Temperature MonitoringConcrete Temperature Monitoring

Track cure temperatures at three depths of a pour with multi-year battery life and no wiring runs.

5 yrbattery (up to)
Plastics Extrusion & MoldingPlastics Extrusion & Molding

Watch barrel, mold and curing zones where a few degrees of drift turns into scrapped parts.

3 zonesone battery-powered sensor
Chemical Reactors & VesselsChemical Reactors & Vessels

Track reactor, jacket and outlet temperatures at sites spread too far apart to wire.

2000°Fwith a high-temp probe
Oil & Gas Process LinesOil & Gas Process Lines

Watch heated lines and process equipment at field sites without running power or signal wire.

J, T, E, Nand other types on request
The Cost of Catching Heat Too Late

By the Time You Smell It, the Line’s Already Down.

Heat builds silentlyA bearing, motor, or boiler creeps up degree by degree long before anything smokes or trips, the first sign a person notices is usually the last before failure.
A batch out of specA process that runs slightly too hot, or where zones drift apart, can scorch, warp, or ruin an entire run before the shift ends, product you can’t sell or get back.
Unplanned downtimeEquipment that overheats doesn’t fail on schedule, the emergency repair, lost output, and overtime cost far more than the alert that would have prevented them.
Total Cost of Ownership

Own vs. Rent, 3 Years, 10 Sensors

The math is simple. One purchase versus compounding monthly fees, and each sensor covers three points.

NCD (Own It)
Competitor Subscription
Hardware (10 sensors)
$3,459.50
$3,000 – $5,000
Gateway / Hub
$681.95 (one-time)
Included (with subscription)
Monthly Software Fee
$0, None. Ever.
$50 – $100 / machine / month
Data Ownership
100% yours, on your network
Locked in vendor cloud
Contract Required
No contract
1–3 year commitment
Forward to Your Cloud
MQTT, Node-RED, any endpoint
API access extra or unavailable
3-Year Total
~$4,141
$21,000 – $41,000
Your savings over 3 years (10 sensors):
SAVE $16,800 – $36,800
Pairs Well With

More Sensors for the Same Oven, Furnace or Boiler

Temperature is one reading. These sensors cover the equipment around it and report to the same Atrium gateway.

Wireless AC Current MonitorAC Current Monitor

Clamp the CT around the heater or burner circuit. When a zone runs cold, current draw shows whether the element is getting power.

Clamp-on CTno control-cabinet wiring

See the sensor

Wireless Smart Vibration SensorSmart Vibration Sensor

Mount it on the blower or circulation fan motor. A failing bearing shows up in vibration weeks before the fan stops moving air.

IP673-axis vibration and temperature

See the sensor

Wireless Pressure and Temperature SensorPressure and Temperature Sensor

Thread it into the boiler feed or steam line. A failing pump or a clogging filter shows up as a pressure change on the same dashboard.

1/4" NPTthreads into the line

See the sensor

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions about 3-channel wireless thermocouple temperature monitoring.

Channels & Sensing

It is a battery-powered industrial sensor from NCD that reads three K-Type thermocouples at once and transmits all three channels wirelessly up to 2 miles line-of-sight. It ships with three K-Type probes rated for measurement up to 260°C (500°F); each channel also accepts a high-temperature probe rated up to 1090°C (2000°F), with other thermocouple types and ranges available on request. It runs on a D-cell with Supercap good for up to 5 years and carries no monthly fees or subscriptions.

Three. The sensor has three independent K-Type thermocouple channels, so a single sensor can read three separate temperature points, three oven zones, both sides of a heat exchanger plus ambient, or top/middle/bottom of a tank, instead of installing three separate sensors.

Probes are an add-on. Choose three K-Type probes in the order options (1 m, 24 AWG cable, rated to 260°C / 500°F), or choose None and connect thermocouples you already have. Built-in hot and cold junctions keep readings accurate either way.

Yes. The sensor has three K-Type connectors, so you can connect your own thermocouples on any channel, including a high-temperature probe rated up to 2000°F or other thermocouple types and ranges for hotter processes. If you don’t have probes yet, add three K-Type probes when you order.

Wireless & Power

The sensor reaches up to 2 miles line-of-sight with its on-board antenna, over 900MHz long-range wireless mesh networking. Because it forms a self-healing mesh, a single Atrium gateway can collect readings from many sensors across large or multi-building facilities.

The sensor runs on a D-cell with Supercap, and delivers up to 5 years of battery life. An external-power option is also available for permanent installations.

Integration & Ownership

No. The 3-Channel Wireless Thermocouple Sensor has no monthly fees and no proprietary lock-in. You own your data and can keep it on your own network or forward it to AWS, Azure, or any MQTT broker through the Atrium gateway, there are no recurring software costs.

Yes. Readings from all three channels flow through the Atrium gateway, which supports AWS, Azure, MQTT, Modbus, Node-RED, and a REST API. Its open communication protocol makes software integration straightforward, so you can route data into existing CMMS or analytics platforms without vendor lock-in.

Build & Ownership

The enclosure is wall-mountable, and optional magnetic mounting hardware lets you attach it to metal equipment without tools. The three thermocouple probes are what reach into the temperature points you want to monitor, while the sensor stays in an accessible spot for wireless transmission.

The 3-Channel Industrial IoT Wireless Thermocouple Temperature Sensor is made in the USA and is RoHS compliant. It is built and supported by NCD, a manufacturer trusted by more than 7,000 customers worldwide for industrial wireless sensing.

Buying & Fit

We publish our prices. There is no quote form, no login and no sales call between you and the number. The Ordering section of the spec table names each version we sell and its part number, so you can match the one you want before you order.

The optional K-Type probes are rated to 260 degrees C (500 degrees F). For hotter work, the optional high-temperature K-Type probe reaches 1,090 degrees C (2,000 degrees F) and fits the same connectors, and other thermocouple types are available on request. Tell us the process and we will confirm the right probe.

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Made in USA
7,000+ Customers
RoHS Compliant
No Monthly Fees
Up to 5-Year Battery Life

Three Zones. One Purchase.

One sensor, three channels, full ownership. Industrial-grade temperature monitoring that pays for itself.

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Extended Lead Time

This product requires extensive manufacturing and testing times. Lead times for Enterprise Series Devices is typically 7-10 business days.

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1+ Pieces
$363.95/ea
10+ Pieces
$349.39/ea
25+ Pieces
$342.11/ea
100+ Pieces
$320.28/ea

Wireless Communication OptionsChange

Please choose a wireless communications module that is legal for use in your region.  Please note: transmission range will be affected by the product options selected below.  If you are in North America, we strongly suggest the 900MHz option for best results.  If you are in Europe, the 2.4GHz and 868MHz versions are the only legal options.  The 2.4GHz option is now certified for use worldwide.  Please note the 2.4GHz version will not penetrate objects as well as the 900MHz and 868MHz versions.  If you need help choosing a wireless option, please contact us.  This option will determine how we build this product and any applicable accessories that may be displayed below.

3 x ThermocouplesChange

Industrial Wireless Magnetic AttachmentsChange

Wireless Interface Options for NCD Enterprise IoT Sensors & DevicesChange

Where would you like to send your sensor data?

NCD Enterprise IoT Sensors and Devices are capable of communicating to computers and popular cloud platforms using a variety of interface technologies.  Please choose the communication interface technologies that best matches your application requirements.  You may choose more than one, as NCD Wireless Sensors are capable of sending data to multiple destinations simultaneously.  If you do not already have a receiver for your wireless sensor, you must select a sensor receiver solution below. *Note for Vibration Sensors Vibration data is a more complex data structure and is not recommended to be used with embedded devices such as the MQTT, AWS, or Azure gateways.