Thermo-Electric Conical Tips

Part No. TE-3000-TC. Conical shaped replacement Tips for The Series 10 model Prospector: Thermo-Electric Alloy Sorter (TE-3000-HD) hot probe. This is the standard pointed tip—pack of 5 pieces. Part No. TE-3000-TC Threaded- screw in style Pack of 5 pieces fine point copper color What is the regular replacement rate for the probe tips? Have several cycles/parts been tested, or are there additional factors contributing to tip life? Because of many variables, it would be difficult to predict the lifespan of these electromechanical-thermal parts. The heated, threaded tips should be changed when they appear misshaped or dramatically change in readings.   Most often, if readings shift unexpectedly, the threaded ends must be tightened or replaced. What would govern the tip shape that is preferable for a specific operation? When would a spherical tip be used in place of a flat or round tip? The best tip choice is based on the geometry or shape of the test metal part and the angle of the heat