Product details
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The 5VBM Series Vari-Angle® Bimetal Thermometers by Weiss Instruments are high-performance industrial temperature measurement instruments designed for applications requiring enhanced visibility and flexible installation. Featuring a large 5-inch dial and an adjustable Vari-Angle® connection, these thermometers allow easy viewing from multiple angles.
Constructed with a hermetically sealed 304 stainless steel case and an adjustable stainless steel bracket, the 5VBM Series ensures durability, corrosion resistance, and long service life in demanding industrial environments. The precision-formed bimetallic sensing element with silicone dampening provides fast response and stable, accurate readings.
With a wide range of temperature options and stem lengths, the 5VBM Series is ideal for heavy industrial, HVAC, and process applications where readability and flexibility are critical.
KEY FEATURES
Large 5″ dial for enhanced visibility
Adjustable Vari-Angle® connection
High accuracy ±1.0% (ASME B40.200 Grade A)
Hermetically sealed 304 stainless steel case
Adjustable stainless steel mounting bracket
Heavy-duty glass window
Precision bimetallic sensing element
Silicone dampening for stable performance
External recalibrator for adjustment
Designed for flexible installation
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Series | 5VBM |
| Brand | Weiss Instruments |
| Type | Vari-Angle Bimetal Thermometer |
| Dial Size | 5″ |
| Connection Type | Adjustable (Vari-Angle®) |
| Connection Size | 1/2″ NPT |
| Case Material | 304 Stainless Steel |
| Stem Material | Stainless Steel (300 Series) |
| Accuracy | ±1.0% Full Scale |
| Ambient Temperature | -40°C to 120°C |
TEMPERATURE RANGE OPTIONS
| Code | Temperature Range (°F / °C) |
|---|---|
| 120-LT | -80 to 120°F / -60 to 50°C |
| 120 | -20 to 120°F / -30 to 50°C |
| 130 | 30 to 130°F / 0 to 55°C |
| 200 | 0 to 200°F / -15 to 90°C |
| 250 | 0 to 250°F / -20 to 120°C |
| 300 | 50 to 300°F / 10 to 150°C |
| 400 | 50 to 400°F / 10 to 200°C |
| 550 | 50 to 550°F / 10 to 260°C |
| 800 | 100 to 800°F / 40 to 425°C |
| 1000 | Up to 1000°F / 540°C |
STEM LENGTH VARIANTS
| Model | Stem Length |
|---|---|
| 5VBM25 | 2.5″ |
| 5VBM4 | 4″ |
| 5VBM6 | 6″ |
| 5VBM9 | 9″ |
| 5VBM12 | 12″ |
APPLICATIONS
HVAC systems
Industrial process equipment
Oil & gas industry
Petrochemical plants
Food processing
Wastewater treatment
Heavy industrial environments






