Temperature Sensors - RTD (Resistance Temperature Detector)

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P0K1.281.6W.B.007.R

P0K1.281.6W.B.007.R

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100 OHM, - 2.8 MM, 200 C TO +600

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NB-PTCO-046

NB-PTCO-046

TE Connectivity Measurement Specialties

PTFC102C1G0:PT1000,2.0X2.3,C

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P0K1.161.6W.B.010

P0K1.161.6W.B.010

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100 OHM, 1.6 X 1.2 MM, -200 C TO

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HEL-717-T-0-18-00

HEL-717-T-0-18-00

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

TEMPERATURE SENSOR

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NB-PTCO-172

NB-PTCO-172

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PTFF101B1G0:PT100,2.0X4.0,B

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P1K0.0805.1FC.B

P1K0.0805.1FC.B

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1000 OHM, FLIP CHIP 0805, -50 C

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NB-PTCO-234

NB-PTCO-234

TE Connectivity Measurement Specialties

PTFB101CG00:PT100,2.0X10.0,C

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P1K0.161.6W.A.010

P1K0.161.6W.A.010

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1000 OHM, 1.6 X 1.2 MM, -200 C

892

USW4465

USW4465

Wickmann / Littelfuse

RTD 100 OHM 0.06% FLANGED PROBE

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NL1K0.520.2FW.B.007

NL1K0.520.2FW.B.007

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NICKEL, 1000 OHM, 5000 PPM/K, 5.

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P1K0.1206.2P.A.S

P1K0.1206.2P.A.S

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1000 OHM, SMD 1206, -50 C TO +15

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HEL-712-U-0-12-00

HEL-712-U-0-12-00

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TEMPERATURE SENSOR-CERAMIC CASE

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P0K1.161.6W.K.010

P0K1.161.6W.K.010

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100 OHM, 1.6 X 1.2 MM, -200 C TO

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HEL-711-U-0-12-00

HEL-711-U-0-12-00

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions

TEMPERATURE SENSOR

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P0K1.0805.2P.B

P0K1.0805.2P.B

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100 OHM, SMD 0805, -50 C TO +150

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NB-PTCO-159

NB-PTCO-159

TE Connectivity Measurement Specialties

PTFC101C1A0:PT100,2.0X2.3,C

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NB-PTCO-148

NB-PTCO-148

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PTFM101C1G0:PT100,1.2X4.0,C

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FST08-2B-500E

FST08-2B-500E

Ohmite

SENSOR RTD 500OHM 0805

1000

P0K1.520.6W.B.010

P0K1.520.6W.B.010

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100 OHM, 5.0 X 2.0 MM, -200 C TO

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P1K0.520.6W.B.010

P1K0.520.6W.B.010

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1000 OHM, 5.0 X 2.0 MM, -200 C T

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Temperature Sensors - RTD (Resistance Temperature Detector)

1. Overview

Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs) are temperature sensors that operate based on the principle of electrical resistance variation in metals with temperature changes. Platinum is the most commonly used material due to its stability and linear resistance-temperature relationship. RTDs provide precise and repeatable temperature measurements, making them critical in industrial process control, scientific research, and quality assurance systems.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Platinum RTD (Pt100/Pt1000)High accuracy ( 0.1 C), wide temperature range (-200 C to 850 C)Industrial process control, HVAC systems
Copper RTDLower cost, limited range (-50 C to 150 C)Motors temperature monitoring
Nickel RTDHigh sensitivity but non-linear outputAerospace applications
Thin-Film RTDCompact size, fast response timeMedical devices, semiconductor manufacturing
Wire-Wound RTDHigh vibration resistance, mechanical durabilityPower generation plants

3. Structure and Components

Typical RTD construction includes:

  • Sensing Element: Platinum/copper/nickel wire or thin-film deposit
  • Lead Wires: 2-wire (cost-effective), 3-wire (compensated), or 4-wire (high precision)
  • Insulation: Ceramic or glass encapsulation for electrical isolation
  • Protective Sheath: Stainless steel or Inconel for environmental protection
  • Connection Head: Terminal for wire connections and mounting

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterSignificanceTypical Values
Temperature RangeDetermines operational limits-200 C to 850 C (Pt100)
Accuracy ClassDefines measurement precisionClass A ( 0.15 C), Class B ( 0.3 C)
Response TimeCritical for dynamic temperature tracking0.5-20 seconds
Electrical ResistanceAffects signal transmission quality100 (Pt100), 1000 (Pt1000)
Self-Heating ErrorImpact of excitation current on measurement<0.02 C/mW

5. Application Fields

  • Industrial: Chemical reactors, boiler systems, turbine monitoring
  • Healthcare: MRI machine temperature regulation
  • Automotive: Battery management systems in EVs
  • Food Processing: Pasteurization temperature control
  • Energy: Nuclear reactor coolant monitoring

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Features
HoneywellTD SeriesIP67 rating, -50 C to 250 C range
Omega EngineeringPX SeriesExplosion-proof design, Class A accuracy
YokogawaYTA SeriesHART protocol support, 4-wire configuration
ABBMT SeriesDigital signal processing, SIL2 compliance

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

  1. Temperature range requirements
  2. Accuracy vs. cost trade-offs
  3. Environmental factors (vibration, corrosion)
  4. Installation constraints (space, mounting type)
  5. Signal transmission distance (wire resistance impact)

Industry Trends

Emerging developments include:

  • Miniaturization for embedded applications
  • Wireless RTD sensors for IoT integration
  • Advanced materials (ceramic matrix composites)
  • AI-based self-calibration features
  • Increased adoption in renewable energy systems
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