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Carson City, Nevada, June 19, 2023 — Ametherm is pleased to announce its participation in Sensors Converge, a prominent event for the sensor industry, taking place in Santa Clara from June 20th to June 22nd, 2023. Ametherm will be unveiling its latest advanced thermistors, designed to deliver exceptional performance and reliability in temperature sensing applications. Ametherm’s thermistors provide exceptional accuracy and precision, enabling access to quick and accurate data during the most … Continue Reading

Carson City, Nevada, May 02, 2023 — Ametherm, Incorporated, a leading manufacturer of temperature sensing thermistors and inrush current limiters, is proud to offer the PANR 103395 thermistor. This product is available for purchase at Digi-Key and Mouser, making it easier than ever to obtain this reliable and accurate temperature sensing device. The PANR 103395 offers a high dielectric strength of 2,000 Volts, providing high-quality temperature sensing in demanding environments where … Continue Reading

Carson City, Nevada, March 15, 2023 — Ametherm, a leading provider of inrush current limiting solutions, announced today that it will exhibit its latest Special PTC and NTC Thermistors for Circuit Protection Applications at the Applied Power Electronics Conference (APEC) 2023 in Orlando, Florida, from March 19-23, 2023. Ametherm’s new Special PTC and NTC Thermistors are specifically designed for inrush current limiting in power supplies, motor drives, and other high-power … Continue Reading

Carson City, Nevada – MAY 21, 2019 – Ametherm, a global leader of inrush current limiting devices, is celebrating 25 years of business as the only manufacturer of inrush current limiters in the United States that serves a global audience. Founded in 1994 by Eric Rauch and Mehdi Samii, Ametherm manufactures high-power inrush current limiters and thermistors that exhibit some of the highest energy and current ratings in the electronic … Continue Reading

CARSON CITY, Nev. — March 7, 2019 — Ametherm, a global leader of inrush current limiting devices, will be displaying its line of high power inrush current limiters at APEC 2019, March 18-21 at the Anaheim Convention Center at Booth # 456. The UL-approved MS Series inrush current limiters from Ametherm are rigorously designed and tested to be rugged and withstand the high demands common in industrial applications. Manufactured with … Continue Reading

CARSON CITY, Nev. — November 15, 2018 — Ametherm introduced today a new series of ceramic PTC circuit protection thermistors that combine the industry’s highest voltage rating with lowest available resistance. The CL20 Series PTC Thermistors provide an alternative to fixed resistors and are optimized for inrush current limiting in pre-charge circuits, heater applications, in addition to over-current protection.   The PTC thermistors released today deliver voltage ratings up to … Continue Reading

  Highlights to include probe assembly with ring lug, inrush current limiters for input energy up to 1200 J   CARSON CITY, Nev. — August 22, 2018 — Ametherm today announced its product lineup for The Battery Show 2018, taking place September 11-13 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Michigan. At booth 2050, the company will highlight its leading NTC thermistor solutions for Li-ion batteries and green energy applications, … Continue Reading

  CARSON CITY, Nev. — July 10, 2018 — As part of its efforts to continually meet national and international standards, Ametherm today announced that the company has upgraded the quality management system (QMS) at its Carson City, Nevada, facilities from ISO 9001:2008 to ISO 9001:2015. Ametherm’s facilities have been ISO 9001-certified since August 2007. ISO 9001 is the international standard that specifies requirements for a QMS. The latest version of the standard … Continue Reading

  Device Provides Accurate Temperature Sensing for EV Batteries, Off-Grid Energy Storage, and Alternative Energy Applications   CARSON CITY, Nev. — June 19, 2018 — Ametherm today introduced a new NTC thermistor probe assembly for high-accuracy temperature sensing and measurement in Li-ion battery power applications. The device combines a specially designed ring lug for battery mounting with a high dielectric voltage rating of 4000 VAC.   Ametherm’s NTC thermistors are manufactured from a specially … Continue Reading

Highlights to Include Probe Assembly With Ring Lug and ACCU-Curve Series NTC Thermistor With Insulated Tinned-Copper Leads   CARSON CITY, Nev. — June 6, 2018 — Ametherm today announced its product lineup for Sensors Expo & Conference 2018, taking place June 26-28 at the McEnery Convention Center in San Jose, California. In booth 1516, the company will be highlighting a wide range of its leading NTC thermistor sensors for high-accuracy … Continue Reading

CARSON CITY, Nev. — May 1, 2018 — Ametherm today announced its product lineup for EDS 2018, taking place May 15-18 at The Mirage in Las Vegas. In suite A44, the company will be highlighting a wide range of its leading NTC and PTC inrush current limiters for reliable circuit protection and NTC thermistor sensors for high-accuracy temperature compensation and measurement.   “EDS is an important event for Ametherm, as … Continue Reading

Interchangeable Device Eliminates Conduction Between Leads for the Highest Temperature Sensing Accuracy   CARSON CITY, Nev. — April 09, 2018 — Ametherm today announced that the company has extended the capabilities of its ACCU-Curve series of interchangeable NTC thermistors with the ACL-011. This new device features insulated tinned-copper leads, ensuring the most accurate temperature sensing with no unintended conduction between leads. Ametherm’s ACL-011 delivers long-term stability and reliability for high-accuracy … Continue Reading

Link to detailed information: https://www.ametherm.com/inrush-current/mm35-din-series-high-power-inrush-current-applications/ Link to product image: http://www.redpinesgroup.com/Ametherm/Ametherm_MM35.jpg Devices Feature DIN-Rail-Mountable Packages for Easy Installation in Industrial and Green Energy Applications CARSON CITY, Nev. — March 5, 2018 — Ametherm today announced a new series of inrush current limiting NTC thermistors designed to withstand high input energy of 1200 J and steady-state currents from 50.0 A to 80.0 A at 680 V. Offered in DIN-rail-mountable packages, MM35-DIN series … Continue Reading

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Feb. 26, 2018 — Ametherm today announced its product lineup for the Applied Power Electronics Conference and Exposition (APEC) 2018, taking place March 4-8 in San Antonio, Texas. In booth 640, the company will be showcasing a wide range of its leading NTC and PTC inrush current limiters for reliable circuit protection and NTC thermistor sensors for high-accuracy temperature compensation and measurement. Highlighted Ametherm inrush current … Continue Reading

CARSON CITY, Nev. — July 6, 2017 — Ametherm today announced a new circuit protection thermistor that offers the industry’s smallest diameter for a UL-approved device with a maximum continuous current rating of 4.0 A and energy rating of 50 J. Previously, designers had to rely on devices with larger diameters of 22.0 mm to achieve the high current and energy ratings of the new SL15 60004. Offering a radial … Continue Reading

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Aug. 21, 2017 — Ametherm today introduced a new calculators page to its website. Offering a convenient and time-saving resource, the online calculators allow design engineers to quickly determine the beta value of NTC thermistors, in addition to their temperature coefficient and resistance temperature characteristics using the Steinhart-Hart Equation. A thermistor’s beta value indicates the shape of the curve representing the relationship between the device’s resistance … Continue Reading

CARSON CITY, Nev. — June 7, 2017 — Ametherm today announced a new circuit protection thermistor that offers the industry’s smallest diameter for a UL-approved device with a maximum continuous current rating of 6.0 A and energy rating of 40 J. The small size and high current rating of the SL12 10006 make it ideal for appliance motors and fractional horsepower motor drives, 300 W to 600 W switch mode power … Continue Reading

CARSON CITY, Nev. — April. 26, 2017 — Ametherm today announced that it has expanded its network of value-added representatives in the United States with the conclusion of a new agreement with Unity Sales. Effective immediately, Unity Sales is offering Ametherm’s entire lineup of inrush current limiters and NTC thermistors in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Kentucky, Western Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Based in Fort Wayne, Indiana — with offices in all … Continue Reading

For Immediate Release: Ametherm to Showcase Leading NTC and PTC Inrush Current Limiting Thermistors at APEC 2017 CARSON CITY, Nev. — March 15, 2017 — Ametherm today announced its product lineup for the Applied Power Electronics Conference and Exposition APEC 2017, taking place March 26-30 in Tampa, Florida. In booth 1426, the company will be showcasing a wide range of its leading NTC and PTC inrush current limiting thermistors for reliable … Continue Reading

CARSON CITY, Nev. — March 1, 2017  Ametherm today released a new UL-approved circuit protection thermistor that helps to conserve power, save space and lower costs for a wide variety of applications with industry-best hot resistance, current handling, and energy ratings. The new SL32 0R230 released today is the only UL-approved circuit protection thermistor on the market with a maximum continuous current rating of 30 A and “hot” resistance on … Continue Reading

These Hermetically Sealed Glass Encapsulated Thermistors Provide Moisture Resistance, High-Temperature Operation and Small Size CARSON CITY, Nev. — Feb. 15, 2017 — Today, Ametherm introduced a new series of thermistors called DG Glass Encapsulated Thermistors. They provide long-term stability and reliability for high-accuracy temperature sensing in automotive and industrial applications. Hermetically sealed, DG Glass Encapsulated Thermistors eliminate errors in resistance readings due to moisture penetration, while offering high operating temperatures and a … Continue Reading

CARSON CITY, Nev. — Dec. 19, 2016 — Ametherm today announced that sample kits of the company’s inrush current limiters and NTC sensing thermistors are now available from leading electronic component distributor Mouser Electronics. Mouser is stocking Ametherm’s Standard, Mega, Mini, and Sensor Sample Kits. “Consisting of Ametherm’s most popular inrush current limiters and NTC sensing thermistors, our convenient sample kits provide designers with a quick and easy way to … Continue Reading

Agency Contact: Bob Decker Redpines +1 415 409 0233 bob.decker@redpinesgroup.com Ametherm Contact: Lori Morton Ametherm +1 775 884 2434 lori@ametherm.com   For Immediate Release Ametherm’s ACCU-Curve Series of Interchangeable Thermistors Now in Stock at Mouser   CARSON CITY, Nev. — Jan. 27, 2016 — Ametherm today announced that its ACCU-Curve series of interchangeable thermistors is now being stocked by Mouser Electronics. The components are available worldwide via Mouser’s award-winning website, www.mouser.com, … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                            Ametherm Contact: Bob Decker                                    Lori Morton Redpines                                       Ametherm +1 415 409 0233                           +1 775 884 2434 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.       This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                                Ametherm Contact: Bob Decker                                        Lori Morton Redpines                                           Ametherm +1 415 409 0233                              +1 775 884 2434 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.          This email address is being protected from spambots. You need … Continue Reading

Agency Contact: Bob Decker Redpines +1 415 409 0233 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Ametherm Contact: Lori Morton Ametherm +1 775 884 2434 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.   For Immediate Release Ametherm’s NTC Disc Thermistors Now in Stock at Rhopoint  CARSON CITY, Nev. — November 11, 2015 — Ametherm … Continue Reading

Devices Deliver Long-Term Stability and Fast Thermal Response Time for Medical, Industrial, and Automotive Applications   CARSON CITY, NV–(Oct 22, 2015) – Ametherm today introduced a new series of interchangeable thermistors that provide long-term stability and reliability for high-accuracy temperature sensing, control, and compensation. ACCU-Curve series thermistors are available in a wide range of resistance values, with tight tolerances of ± 0.2 °C between 0 °C and 70 °C and fast thermal … Continue Reading

Agency Contact: Bob DeckerRedpines+1 415 409 0233This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Ametherm Contact: Lori Morton+1 775 884 2434This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. For Immediate Release Ametherm Introduces Customization Capabilities for NTC Thermistor Probe Assemblies Available with Custom Housings, Lead Wires, Resistance, Tolerances, and More, Devices Provide High-Accuracy Temperature Measurement CARSON … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. New Ametherm Thermistor Delivers Industry-High 680 V Voltage Rating for Welding Equipment and Plasma Cutters CARSON CITY, Nev. — July 29, 2015 — Ametherm today announced a new PTC circuit protection thermistor with an industry-high voltage rating for inrush current limiting and overcurrent protection in applications such as welding equipment and plasma cutters with extremely high voltages from 480 V to … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                                     Ametherm Contact: Bob Decker                                            Lori Morton Redpines                                               Ametherm +1 415 409 0233                                   +1 775 884 2434 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                              Ametherm Contact:Bob Decker                                     Lori MortonRedpines                                        Ametherm+1 415 409 0233                            +1 775 884 2434This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.        This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.    … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                              Ametherm Contact:Bob Decker                                     Lori MortonRedpines                                        Ametherm+1 415 409 0233                             +1 775 884 2434This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.        This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.    … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                                                       Ametherm Contact:Bob Decker                                                              Lori MortonRedpines                                                                 Ametherm+1 415 409 0233                                                     +1 775 884 2434This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.                                This email address is being protected from spambots. You … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact                              Ametherm Contact: Bob Decker                                     Lori Morton Redpines                                        Ametherm +1 415 409 0233                            +1 775 884 2434 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.        This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                              Ametherm Contact: Bob Decker                                     Lori Morton Redpines                                        Ametherm +1 415 409 0233                            +1 775 884 2434 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.        This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                               Ametherm Contact: Bob Decker                                       Lori Morton Redpines                                          Ametherm +1 415 409 0233                              +1 775 884 2434 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.          This email address is … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                                   Ametherm Contact: Bob Decker                                          Lori Morton Redpines                                             Ametherm +1 415 409 0233                                 +1 775 884 2434 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.            This email address is being protected … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                              Ametherm Contact: Bob Decker                                     Lori Morton Redpines                                        Ametherm +1 415 409 0233                            +1 775 884 2434 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                                  Ametherm Contact: Bob Decker                                         Lori Morton Redpines                                            Ametherm +1 415 409 0233                                +1 775 884 2434 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.            This email address is being protected … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                             Ametherm Contact: Bob Decker                                     Lori Morton Redpines                                        Ametherm +1 415 409 0233                            +1 775 884 2434 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.        This email address is … Continue Reading

The News: Ametherm receives Underwriters Laboratories (UL) certification for its MegaSurge series of inrush current limiting NTC thermistors. In addition to recognition per UL file number E209153, the devices are the industry’s only inrush current limiters certified to UL 1434 for single – and three-phase input voltages up to 480 VAC. Key Benefits: UL recognition for ensured safety One-component solution Reduces costs Simplifies designs Increases safety Enhanced performance over traditional … Continue Reading

Agency Contact:                               Ametherm Contact:Bob Decker                                      Lori MortonRedpines                                         Ametherm+1 415 409 0233                             +1 775 884 2434This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.         This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.          Link to detailed product specifications:https://www.ametherm.com/surge-gard/ … Continue Reading

Agency Contact:                                Ametherm Contact:Bob Decker                                       Lori MortonRedpines                                          Ametherm+1 415 409 0233                              +1 775 884 2434This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.          This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.        Link to detailed product specifications:https://www.ametherm.com/surge-gard/  Link … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                                  Ametherm Contact: Bob Decker                                         Lori Morton Redpines                                             Ametherm +1 415 409 0233                                 +1 775 884 2434 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.            This email address is being protected … Continue Reading

Agency Contact:                              Ametherm Contact:Bob Decker                                      Lori MortonRedpines                                         Ametherm+1 415 409 0233                             +1 775 884 2434This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.         This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.          … Continue Reading

Agency Contact:                             Ametherm Contact:Bob Decker                                    Lori MortonRedpines                                       Ametherm+1 415 409 0233                           +1 775 884 2434This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.       This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.         Link to detailed product specifications:https://www.ametherm.com/surge-gard/ Link to product … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                             Ametherm Contact:Bob Decker                                    Lori MortonRedpines                                       Ametherm+1 415 409 0233                           +1 775 884 2434This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.       This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.    … Continue Reading

KR Series: NTC Surface-Mount Thermistors The News: Ametherm introduces a new series of NTC surface-mount thermistors for high-accuracy temperature measurement. Key Benefits:•    Wide range of resistance values•    Fast thermal response times•    Tight tolerances•    Available in standard EIA 0805, 1005, and 1206 case sizes•    Provide an alternative to radial leaded devices•    High-temperature operation to +150 °C•    RoHS-compliant and lead (Pb)-free•    Five-sided wraparound, silver palladium terminations•    Available in bulk or tape-and-reel packaging … Continue Reading

NTC Chip Thermistors The News: Ametherm introduces new NTC chip thermistors for high-accuracy temperature measurement.Key Benefits: • Wide range of resistance values at 25 °C from 100 Ω to 500 kΩ • Precision tolerances to 1 % • Fast thermal response times • Provide an alternative to thermocouples in precision circuits • Measure 1.27 mm by 1.27 mm with profiles from 0.5 mm to 3.8 mm • Wide range of … Continue Reading

The following press release was issued today by Ametherm. Agency Contact:                             Ametherm Contact:Bob Decker                                    Lori MortonRedpines                                       Ametherm+1 415 409 0233                           +1 775 884 2434This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.       This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.    … Continue Reading