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Thermistor Temperature Sensor Plays a Role in Bowling
Thermistor temperature sensors have broad applicability NTC Thermistors are non-linear resistors that alter their resistance with temperature. Resistance on an NTC probe will decrease predictably as the temperature increases allowing for extremely accurate temperature measurements. These temperature sensors have applications within environmental science, prevention, medical, building automation, aerospace, automotive, life safety, and others. One industry not immediately thought of for thermistor temperature sensors is the bowling industry. A … Continue Reading
Inverter Pre-Charge Circuit Inrush Current
Pre-Charge Circuits Prevent Damage to Inverters Severe damage can occur to inverters when the inrush current is too great for the inverter. Pre-charge circuits protect the inverters by controlling the initial power surge. PTC thermistors can help a pre-charge circuit protect the inverter. Inrush current occurs when the maximum instantaneous input current flows through a system when the electrical power is switched on. In power tools, such as power drives, … Continue Reading
Thermistor – Temperature Detection Fire Alarm Example
Thermistors serve a crucial role in temperature detection. For example, thermistor temperature detection can be used in fire alarms to detect fires based on a sudden change in temperature. Unlike photoelectric detectors or ionization alarms, thermistors only require heat to activate. Thermistors are temperature-sensing elements made of semiconductor material that displays large changes in resistance in proportion to small changes in temperature. Photoelectric and Ionization Fire Alarms The photoelectric detector requires heavy smoke … Continue Reading
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