Temperature Sensors - NTC Thermistors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
2DB102J-EC Ametherm	THERMISTOR NTC 1KOHM 3485K DISC	167
ACW017 Ametherm	THERM NTC 100KOHM 4201K BEAD	12
ACC103 Ametherm	THERMISTOR NTC 5KOHM 3934K BEAD	55
ACC022 Ametherm	THERMISTOR NTC 3KOHM 3934K BEAD	0
ACC101 Ametherm	THERM NTC 2.252KOHM 3934K BEAD	0
NT03 10152 Ametherm	THERM NTC 100OHM 3093K RADIAL	0
ACL011 Ametherm	THERMISTOR NTC 50KOHM 3950K BEAD	0
ACC011 Ametherm	THERM NTC 2.252KOHM 3934K BEAD	0
SM08 103370 Ametherm	THERMISTOR NTC 10KOHM 3782K 0805	0
NT3 10269 Ametherm	THERMISTOR NTC 1KOHM 3485K DISC	0
PANH 104450 Ametherm	THERMISTOR NTC 100KOHM 4447K LUG	0
PANR103350-430 Ametherm	THERM NTC 10KOHM 3500K RING LUG	11
ACW027 Ametherm	THERM NTC 100KOHM 4201K BEAD	83
1DB102K-EC Ametherm	THERMISTOR NTC 1KOHM 3485K DISC	35
PANR 103395 Ametherm	THERMISTOR NTC 10KOHM 3950K BEAD	0
1DC103K-EC Ametherm	THERMISTOR NTC 10KOHM 3950K DISC	1189
ACC002 Ametherm	THERMISTOR NTC 3KOHM 3934K BEAD	0
ACW107 Ametherm	THERM NTC 100KOHM 4201K BEAD	48
PANE 103395 Ametherm	THERMISTOR NTC 10KOHM 3950K BEAD	1078
1DA101J-EC Ametherm	THERMISTOR NTC 100OHM 2891K DISC	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.