Q: How fast is NTC’s response time?

Answer: Response time is defined as the time required to reach 62% or a new temperature and is a function of mass. The smaller the sensor, the faster the response. A discrete sensor responds faster than if it were encased in a metal housing. Series I NTC thermistor sensors typically have a response time of less than 15 seconden.

Q: Are NTCs available in smaller sizes?

A: Epoxy coated discrete sensors typically have a maximum outside diameter of 0.95". Micro glass sensors have a maximum outside diameter of 0.15".

Q: How stable is the NTC sensor?

A: Different sensor families have different stability ratings. Epoxy-coated NTCs are less stable than sealed glass NTC sensors.

Q: What Is a KTY Series Linear PTC Resistor?

The KTY series Linear Resistor is a specialized PTC thermistor including KTY81, KTY82, KTY83, KTY84 designed for precise temperature measurement and temp control. Unlike traditional thermistors, this Linear Thermistor offers a more predictable and linear response to temperature changes, simplifying circuit design and improving accuracy.

Linear PTC thermistor is made of PTC material and physical process. It has superior stability, compound linearity, millions of repetitions with unchanged characteristic curve. The resistance value increases with the increase of temperature, and the change is linear, and the linearity is good.

Water Heater Temperature Control Capillary Temperature Limiter

A "water heater temperature control capillary temperature limiter" is a safety device within a water heater that uses a capillary tube filled with a fluid to monitor the water temperature, automatically shutting off the heating element if the water reaches a pre-set, unsafe temperature, preventing overheating and potential scalding hazards; essentially acting as a high-temperature cut-off switch.
Temperature Limit Switch Function: A secondary capillary thermostat often acts as a limit switch. It prevents overheating by cutting off power if the water temperature exceeds a safety threshold. Users can reset this switch manually or automatically.