What are Temperature Sensors? Temperature Sensors are devices used to measure the temperature of an object, environment, or system. This information is then converted into an electrical signal that can be measured or processed by an instrument, controller, or display. How do Temperature Sensors Work? The basic principle of a temperature sensor is the Seebeck […]
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Product Insights: RTD (Resistant Temperature Device)
What is an RTD? RTD is an acronym for resistance temperature devices. RTDs are used in industrial and commercial processes to measure temperature in pipes, bioreactors, vessels, or tanks. These RTDs are commonly made of platinum, nickel, or copper elements. How does it work? An RTD works based on the temperature coefficient of resistance. It […]
Common Problems: Measuring Relative Humidity
What is Relative Humidity? Before learning how measuring relative humidity impacts your life, you will need a base understanding of what relative humidity is. Humidity and relative humidity are often viewed as interchangeable, but they are not the same. Humidity is the measure of the amount of water vapor in the air. Relative humidity is […]