Temperature Sensors - NTC Thermistors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
NTCALUG02A103G Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	THERM NTC 10KOHM 3984K RING LUG	3060
NTCLE100E3334JB0A Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	NTC CU 0.6 LD CODED 330K 5%	0
NTCLE100E3332JT1A Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	NTC CU 0.6 LD CODED 3K3 5% 1E	0
04M1003SFC3 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	NTC THERMISTORS	0
08C3002SFC3 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	NTC THERMISTORS	0
NTCALUG54A103G351A Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	NTC LUG M5 10K 2% G24 350MM A	1810
NTCLE100E3224HT2A Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	NTC CU 0.6 LD CODED 220K 3% 2E	0
NTCLE100E3224HB0A Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	NTC CU 0.6 LD CODED 220K 3%	0
NTCS0402E3103HLT Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	THERMISTOR NTC 10KOHM 3490K 0402	0
NTCLE100E3472GB0 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	THERM NTC 4.7KOHM 3977K BEAD	985
NTCALUG03A473HC Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	THERM NTC 47KOHM 3740K RING LUG	954
NTCLE100E3479JT2A Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	NTC CU 0.6 LD CODED 47R 5% 2E	0
NTCLE100E3222GB0A Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	NTC CU 0.6 LD CODED 2K2 2%	0
NTCLE100E3159GB0A Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	NTC CU 0.6 LD CODED 15R 2%	0
NTCLE100E3682GB0 Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	THERM NTC 6.8KOHM 3977K BEAD	0
NTCLE100E3332HB0A Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	NTC CU 0.6 LD CODED 3K3 3%	0
04T1003KF Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	NTC THERMISTORS	0
NTCLE100E3334HT1A Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	NTC CU 0.6 LD CODED 330K 3% 1E	0
NTCLE100E3103JT1A Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	NTC CU 0.6 LD CODED 10K 5% 1E	0
NTCS0402E3103JHT Vishay BC Components/Beyshlag/Draloric	THERMISTOR NTC 10KOHM 3950K 0402	0

Temperature Sensors - NTC Thermistors

1. Overview

NTC (Negative Temperature Coefficient) thermistors are temperature-sensitive resistors whose resistance decreases with increasing temperature. This semiconductor ceramic device utilizes metal oxide materials to achieve precise temperature measurement and control. As a fundamental component in thermal management systems, NTC thermistors play critical roles in modern electronics, automotive engineering, and industrial automation due to their high sensitivity ( : 2000-5000 K) and accuracy ( 0.1 C to 5 C).

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Bead Thermistors	Small size ( 0.5-5mm), fast response (<50ms), glass-encapsulated	Medical probes, liquid temperature monitoring
Disk Thermistors	Higher power rating, epoxy-coated, axial leads	Power supply thermal protection, HVAC systems
Chip Thermistors	SMD packaging, low profile (0.6-3.2mm), RoHS compliant	Smartphone thermal management, wearable devices
Glass-Encapsulated	Hermetic seal, corrosion resistance, operating temp: -50 C to +300 C	Automotive battery monitoring, aerospace sensors

3. Structure and Composition

Typical NTC thermistor construction includes:

Semiconductive ceramic core (Mn-Ni-Co-Ox system)
Platinum alloy electrode layers (sintered or plated)
Protective epoxy/glass encapsulation (IP67 rated)
Lead wires (Cu/Ni alloy, 26-34 AWG)

Manufacturing process involves powder synthesis at 1500 C, isostatic pressing, and controlled atmosphere sintering to achieve desired R-T characteristics.

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description	Significance
Rated Resistance (R25)	Resistance at 25 C (100 -10M range)	System compatibility, signal conditioning design
B-Value (K)	Material constant (2000-5000K)	Determines sensitivity across operating range
Tolerance	Resistance deviation ( 1% to 15%)	Affects measurement accuracy
Operating Temp Range	-100 C to +600 C (varies by type)	Environmental suitability
Dissipation Factor	mW/ C (self-heating coefficient)	Power consumption and stability considerations

5. Application Fields

Primary industries utilizing NTC thermistors:

Industrial: Process control ( 0.5 C accuracy), motor protection
Consumer Electronics: Battery management (Li-ion charging), smart thermostats
Medical: Patient monitoring (Class F accuracy), lab equipment
Automotive: Battery pack thermal monitoring (ISO 14001 compliance), ECU protection

Notable application example: Tesla Model S battery management system uses 48-channel NTC array for cell temperature monitoring ( 1 C accuracy).

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Key Products	Technical Highlights
Murata Electronics	NXFT Series	Automotive-grade (AEC-Q200), 0.5 C accuracy, -50 C to +150 C range
TE Connectivity	NTCLE Series	Medical certification (IEC 60601), 3.2mm chip format
Vishay Beyschlag	NTCAl Series	Aluminum housing, 50W power handling, IP68 rating

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations for NTC thermistor selection:

Resistance-Temperature curve matching application requirements
Environmental factors: humidity (IP rating), vibration (automotive shock specs)
Electrical parameters: operating current (self-heating effects)
Form factor constraints (SMD vs through-hole)
Calibration requirements (standard vs customized R-T tables)

Recommend verifying long-term stability (aging rate <0.2%/year) and RoHS compliance for production applications.

8. Industry Trends

Emerging developments include:

Micro-NTC fabrication (MEMS-based, <0.1mm chips)
High-temperature stability improvements (up to 600 C operation)
Integration with wireless sensor networks (Zigbee/LoRa compatibility)
AI-enhanced linearization algorithms (reducing external circuit complexity)

Market growth projected at 8.2% CAGR through 2027 driven by EV battery management demands.