Thermistors and Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs)
One of the simplest classes of temperature sensor is one where temperature effects a change in electrical resistance. With this
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What to Choose RTD or Thermocouple ?
Thermocouples (TCs) and resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) are the most widely used temperature sensors in automation and process control. They
How a 4 Wire RTD Works ?
4 Wire RTD Principle The most accurate lead wire configuration is the “true” 4-wire configuration. In a true 4- wire
Introduction to RTDs
Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs) rely on the predictable and repeatable phenomena of the electrical resistance of metals changing with temperature.
Difference Between 2 wire RTD, 3 wire RTD, and 4 wire RTD’s
Difference Between 2 wire RTD, 3 wire RTD, and 4 wire RTD’s RTDs (Resistance Temperature Detectors) are offered with 2,
Difference Between RTD, Thermocouple and Thermistor
Difference Between RTD, Thermocouple and Thermistor Resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) An RTD sensing element consists of a wire coil or
Calculate Temperature Coefficient of RTD
RTD’s are based on the principle that the resistance of a metal increases with temperature. The temperature coefficient of resistance (TCR)
RTD Calculator Software
PRTCalc is a utility for those involved with PT100 platinum resistance thermometers. It allows for the accurate conversion of resistance
Basics of Thermocouples and RTD
Thermocouples What are Thermocouples? Thermocouples are temperature sensors. They operate under the principle that the junction of two dissimilar metals
How to calculate the tolerance of a RTD sensor
The European standard, also known as the DIN or IEC standard, is considered the world-wide standard for Pt100. This standard,