Coolant Temperature Sensors - Engine Room Consumables and Spares

Coolant temperature sensors monitor engine-coolant temperature in marine propulsion and auxiliary engines. The signal is used by the engine control system, alarm panel, monitoring system, and shutdown protection to detect overheating and support safe operation.

ProShipWorks provides end-to-end support to source and supply Coolant Temperature Sensors for marine vessels, ship operators, industrial facilities, maintenance teams and procurement departments.

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Product Information

Product Name Coolant Temperature Sensors
Product Category Engine Room Consumables and Spares
Product Reference 1389
Brands / Manufacturers Caterpillar, Cummins, Volvo Penta, Yanmar, MTU
Unit of Measure Piece

Key Features

Key Feature
1.   Temperature-sensitive electrical element, commonly NTC thermistor or resistance sender
2.   Brass or stainless-steel threaded housing
3.   Available with single-wire, two-wire, or multi-pin connectors
4.   Designed for continuous exposure to engine coolant and vibration
5.   Provides alarm, indication, control, or engine-protection signals

Applications of Coolant Temperature Sensors

Application
1.  Main propulsion diesel engines
2.  Auxiliary generator engines
3.  Engine monitoring and alarm systems

Models & Manufacturers

Model Manufacturer
199-0389 Coolant Temperature Sensor Caterpillar
4921322 Coolant Temperature Sensor Cummins
3849415 Temperature Sender Volvo Penta
128270-49300 Temperature Sensor Yanmar

Technical Specifications

Model Specification Value Unit
Typical marine coolant temperature sensor Sensing technology NTC thermistor or resistance sender —
Typical marine coolant temperature sensor Typical measuring range -40 to 150 °C
Typical marine coolant temperature sensor Typical supply voltage 5 or 12/24 V DC
Typical marine coolant temperature sensor Typical process connection Metric or NPT threaded fitting —
Typical marine coolant temperature sensor Typical protection rating IP67 or higher for connectorized versions —

Standards, Certifications & Class Approval

Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.

Applicable Standards & Certification Requirements depend on the engine and vessel approval. Marine installations may reference ISO 15550 for engine power and test declarations, ISO 8846 for protection against ignition of surrounding flammable gases where applicable, and OEM electrical and environmental specifications. Verify the exact sensor part number and approval documentation.
Class Approval Sensors supplied as original engine components may be covered by the engine or machinery type approval of DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, or ClassNK. Standalone approval is not universal; confirm acceptance with the vessel's classification society and the engine manufacturer.

Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information

Installation Notes Isolate the engine, allow coolant to cool, and drain or close the appropriate coolant circuit before removal. Install using the specified thread sealant or sealing washer, observing OEM torque and wiring polarity. Refill and vent the cooling system, then verify the temperature reading and alarm function.
Maintenance Tips Inspect the connector, wiring, terminals, and sensor body for corrosion, coolant leakage, vibration damage, or chafing. Compare readings with a calibrated temperature measurement during scheduled maintenance. Replace sensors that show unstable, implausible, or out-of-range readings.
Safety Notes Do not remove the sensor from a hot or pressurized cooling system. Wear eye and hand protection when handling coolant. Use the exact OEM replacement specification because an incorrect resistance curve or thread can cause false readings, overheating alarms, or engine protection failure.

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