RTD Temperature Probes Specifications

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Element Specifications


	Element Material
	Your choices are...
	Platinum		Platinum provides measurement integrity and is the most commonly used metal for RTDs.
	Nickel/Nickel Alloys		Nickel and nickel alloys are commonly used and economical, but not as accurate as platinum.
	Copper		Copper is used occasionally as an RTD element. Its low resistivity, however, requires the use of a device that is longer than a platinum element. Copper provides good linearity and is economical. Typically, its upper temperature range is less than 150° Celsius.
	Other		Other unlisted element materials.
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	Reference Resistance		When matching probes with instruments - the reference resistance of the RTD probe must be known. These are the most standard options available.
	Your choices are...
	10 Ohms
	100 Ohms (Most Common)
	120 Ohms
	200 Ohms
	400 Ohms
	500 Ohms
	1000 Ohms
	Other		Other, unlisted reference resistance.
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	# of Lead Wires Per Element		As lead wires increase - accuracy and repeatability tend to increase as well.
	Your choices are...
	2		Device has 2 lead wires per element.
	3		Device has 3 lead wires per element.
	4		Device has 4 lead wires per element.
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	Element Configuration		The number of elements contained in the probe, typically the more elements in the probe the more accurate and expensive the probe is.
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	Single Element
	Double Element
	> 2 Elements
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Sensed Temperature Range


	Sensed Temperature		Sensed temperature is the temperature range for which the device is rated for sensing.
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Probe Configuration


	Probe Configuration
	Your choices are...
	Straight Probe		Straight probes measure stationary surface temperatures and can be used in wells.
	Penetration (Needle) Probe		Penetration probes or needle probes are used to measure internal temperatures.
	Flexible Probe		Flexible probes can be manipulated for various temperature measurements.
	Drop Probe		Drop probes are designed for well or underwater temperature measurements.
	Curved Probe		Curved probes are used to measure temperatures on pipes or other curved surfaces.
	Roller or Moving Probe		Roller probes or moving probes measure temperatures on moving surfaces.
	Air Probe		Air probes are designed for air-flow temperature measurements.
	Angled Probe		Angled probes are used for temperature measurement applications inside pipes and angled spaces.
	Surface		Surface probes attach to skin or a flat surface. They are also known as banjo, patch, or bolt-on probes.
	Clamp or Strap Sensor		Clamp probes or strap sensor probes clamp or wrap around the surface to be monitored.
	Flat/Ribbon		Flat probes or ribbon probes are temperature sensors with a flexible membrane.
	Other		Other unlisted or specialized probe configurations.
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Additional Probe Specifications


	Diameter or Width Range		Depending on the probe configuration, this dimension is either the diameter or width of the probe, or the diameter of the object being monitored.
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	Sensitive Length		Depending on the probe configuration, this dimension is either the height or length of the temperature-sensitive part of the probe.
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	Process Connection		There are many ways to connect a probe to a monitored process. This section describes standard connection methods, but is not an exhaustive list.
	Your choices are...
	None or Hand held		Probes do not include a process connection. Typically, these devices are hand held probes.
	Bayonet		Bayonet fittings consist of a socket with J-shaped slots on opposite sides. A bayonet base or coupling is inserted against a spring and rotated until its pins are firmly seated.
	Threaded Fitting		Threaded fittings are continuous helical ribs, like on a pipe. Styles include national pipe thread (NPT), imperial or English, and metric.
	Compression		Compression fittings have a tapered sleeve and are used mainly with tube fittings.
	Braze, Weld or Solder		Braze, weld, or solder fittings are designed to be brazed, welded, or soldered into place.
	Other		Other unlisted or specialized process connections.
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	Sensor Termination Type		There are various methods for probe terminations. Sensor termination type is an important parameter when trying to match a probe with an instrument, transmitter or other signal conditioning equipment.
	Your choices are...
	Bare or Insulated Lead Wires		Devices use bare or insulated lead wires.
	Metal Braided Leads		Devices use metal braided leads.
	Armor Leads		Devices use armor leads.
	Flexible Conduit Leads		Devices use flexible conduit leads.
	Terminal Block		Devices use terminal blocks.
	Conduit Connector		Devices use conduit connectors.
	Screw Tabs or Lugs		Devices use screw tabs or lugs.
	Integral Connection Head (Thermohead)		Devices use integral connection heads (thermoheads).
	Plug or Quick Connect		Devices use plugs or quick-connects.
	Other		Other unlisted or specialized sensor termination type.
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Features and Options


	Probe Features
	Your choices are...
	Available as an Assembly		Devices are complete or partial assemblies with a thermowell, fittings, and transmitter or thermohead.
	Cuttable		Probes can be cut to specific lengths.
	Spring Loaded		Spring loading ensures proper contact with the tip of the thermowell or the surface to monitor.
	Tip Sensitive		With tip-sensitive probes, only the tip of the probe is temperature-sensitive.
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	Explosion Proof?		Probes are rated as explosion-proof and can be used in hazardous environments.
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	Splash Proof or Watertight?		Probes are rated for washdown, splash, or direct immersion applications.
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	HVAC Applications?		Probes are designed specifically for heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) applications such as duct or flume monitoring.
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	Sanitary Applications?		Probes are designed specifically for sanitary applications such as food or pharmaceutical processing.
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	Transmitter Output (e.g. 4-20 mA) ?		Probes are configured with an analog current output, typically 4 - 20 mA.
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RTD Temperature Probes Specifications

Element Material:

Reference Resistance:

# of Lead Wires Per Element:

Element Configuration:

Sensed Temperature:

Probe Configuration:

Diameter or Width Range:

Sensitive Length:

Process Connection:

Sensor Termination Type:

Probe Features:

Explosion Proof?

Splash Proof or Watertight?

HVAC Applications?

Sanitary Applications?

Transmitter Output (e.g. 4-20 mA) ?

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