The sensor type, Pt100, indicates two important pieces of information about the sensor. The first part, Pt, is the chemical symbol for Platinum and this shows that the sensor is Platinum-based. The second part, 100, relates to the resistance of the device at 0°C. In this case 100Ω. There are a number of variations on this theme. There are other materials that can be used such as Nickel (Ni) and Copper (Cu) and different resistance values such as 50Ω, 500Ω and 1000Ω. This gives the possibility of sensors being identified as follows: Cu100, Ni120, Pt1000.
Additional information
Weight
0.3 kg
Dimensions
40 × 15 × 15 cm
Key Features
High accuracy and excellent repeatability
Stable resistance–temperature relationship
Wide operating temperature range
Long-term durability due to platinum construction
Low drift and reliable performance in harsh environments
Applications
Industrial process temperature monitoring
HVAC, refrigeration, and climate control systems
Laboratory and calibration equipment
Chemical, petrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries
