Abstract: A replaceable sensing and indicating element for a bi-metallic thermometer of the type having an enclosure and a stem. The sensing and indicating element comprises a stem terminating in a bi-metal helical temperature sensing coil, a shaft extending inside the stem from the coil, an indicating pointer secured to the shaft, a calibrated temperature scale, adjustment means for orienting the scale, and a connector affixed to the sensing element stem. The sensing element is telescopically received within the thermometer enclosure and stem and is held in place by a bezel ring and restraining means. Accordingly, the sensing element may be easily removed from and replaced in the enclosure.

Abstract: A universal mounting for a bi-metallic thermometer comprising a case connector secured to the underside of the thermometer case and a stem connector at the upper most end of the stem. The case connector is telescopingly received within the stem connector and is rotatably adjustable. Means are provided in association with the stem connector to lock the case connector in any desired rotative position. Accordingly, the case, pointer, shaft and bi-metal coil may be rotated to any desired position for easy reading of the calibrated scale, or if necessary, removed from or replaced in the stem connector.