Temperature sensor selection for pellet stoves

A pellet stove is a device used to heat or calcine solid pellets, usually used in industrial production and laboratories. During the operation of a pellet stove, a temperature sensor is a very important component used to measure the temperature inside the furnace to ensure temperature control and stability inside the furnace.

Pellet stove temperature sensor

3 Wire 1 meter PT100, PT1000 temperature sensor kits

K-type E-type thermocouple temperature sensor compression spring screw type

For a pellet stove, choosing a suitable temperature sensor is very critical. According to the materials and operating requirements of the pellet stove, common types of temperature sensors include thermocouples and thermistors. Below we will introduce the application of these two sensor types in pellet stoves respectively.

Thermocouples are a commonly used temperature sensor based on the thermoelectric effect between two different metals. Thermocouples have a wide measurement range and good stability, and are suitable for temperature measurement in high temperature environments. Pellet stoves usually need to measure higher temperatures, so thermocouples are a common choice. Common types of thermocouples include K-type, N-type, and S-type, which can provide accurate temperature measurement in different temperature ranges.

In addition to thermocouples, thermistors are also common temperature sensors, which measure temperature based on the characteristics of the material’s resistance changing with temperature. In pellet stoves, commonly used thermistor materials include platinum resistors and nickel resistors. Platinum resistors have high measurement accuracy and stability, and are suitable for a wide temperature range. Nickel resistors are suitable for lower temperature ranges, but their prices are relatively low, making them suitable for some occasions with higher economic requirements.

Pellet stove oven temperature sensor
For pellet stoves, the specific selection of temperature sensors also requires other factors to be considered, such as sensor size, response time, anti-interference ability, itp. Ponadto, it is also necessary to consider the specific process requirements of the pellet stove and the requirements of the monitoring system. Generally speaking, 100k sensors are more sensitive and can detect a wider temperature range, while 50k sensors are more stable and reliable. The specific choice of sensor depends on the specific needs and design requirements of the pellet stove.

In short, pellet stoves usually need to measure higher temperatures, and common types of temperature sensors include thermocouples and thermistors. The specific selection of temperature sensors requires comprehensive consideration of multiple factors, including measurement range, accuracy requirements, process requirements, itp. It is recommended to select temperature sensors under the guidance of suppliers or professionals.