Temperature Sensors - NTC Thermistors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
NTHS0805N01N7802JE Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 78KOHM 3964K 0805	0
NTHS0805N01N6802KE Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 68KOHM 3964K 0805	0
NTHS0603N02N6801KU Vishay / Dale	THERM NTC 6.8KOHM 3477K 0603	0
NTHS1206N01N6802JU Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 68KOHM 3964K 1206	0
08M5002JF Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 50KOHM BEAD	0
NTHS1206N04N3303KU Vishay / Dale	THERM NTC 330KOHM 4247K 1206	0
NTHS0805N02N6801JU Vishay / Dale	THERM NTC 6.8KOHM 3477K 0805	0
NTHS0805N02N6001KF Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 6KOHM 3477K 0805	0
NTHS0805N01N3302KF Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 33KOHM 3964K 0805	0
NTHS0603N01N1003KF Vishay / Dale	THERM NTC 100KOHM 3964K 0603	0
09C1002JF Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 10KOHM BEAD	0
02M1001JF Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 1KOHM BEAD	0
NTHS1206N01N6802KU Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 68KOHM 3964K 1206	0
NTHS0603N11N2202JE Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 22KOHM 3700K 0603	189
NTHS1206N02N1002HE Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 10KOHM 3500K 1206	618
08M1003JF Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 100KOHM BEAD	295
NTHS0805N01N5002KF Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 50KOHM 3964K 0805	0
NTHS1206N02N6801JE Vishay / Dale	THERM NTC 6.8KOHM 3477K 1206	0
NTHS1206N02N8001JF Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 8KOHM 3477K 1206	0
04T3302JF Vishay / Dale	THERMISTOR NTC 33KOHM BEAD	3482

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.