What Does a Thermocouple Interrupter Block Do

An interrupted thermocouple is a thermocouple that runs via another safety device, such as overheat stat or TTB switch. Designed to be interrupted between the pilot light and the power pack at the back of the gas valve.

What does a Interrupted thermocouple do?

An interrupted thermocouple is a thermocouple that runs via another safety device, such as overheat stat or TTB switch. Designed to be interrupted between the pilot light and the power pack at the back of the gas valve.

Can you bypass thermocouple on furnace?

Realistically, you have just disabled the thermocouple, but you can also reach in and unclip it from its holding bracket where it meets the pilot light. In most cases it will be held on with a gravity clip, but some are held on with a screw that must be removed with a small screwdriver.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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