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7SEMI PT100 RTD Temperature Sensor Probe 2-wire 1m -70~300C

7SEMI PT100 RTD Temperature Sensor Probe 2-wire 1m -70~300C

₹442.00Price

🔍 Overview

The sensor is based on a platinum resistance temperature detector (RTD), specifically a PT100 RTD temperature sensor probe.

  • Measures:

    • Temperature (high precision)

  • Type:

    • 2-wire RTD probe

  • Construction:

    • Stainless steel probe with 1-meter cable

👉 Designed for accurate and stable temperature measurement in industrial and laboratory environments.

⚙️ Working Principle

🧠 Resistance Temperature Detection (RTD)

  • Uses a platinum element (Pt100)

  • Resistance changes with temperature:

RT=R0(1+αT)R_T = R_0 (1 + \alpha T)RT​=R0​(1+αT)

Where:

  • R0=100 ΩR_0 = 100 \, \OmegaR0​=100Ω at 0°C

  • Resistance increases linearly with temperature

🔄 Operation

  • Current passes through platinum element

  • Temperature change → resistance change

  • Measured resistance → converted to temperature

👉 Highly linear and repeatable sensing mechanism.

📊 Measurement Characteristics

  • Temperature range: −70°C to +300°C

  • Base resistance: 100Ω at 0°C (PT100 standard)

  • Accuracy:

    • Typically high (depends on class, often Class B or better)

  • Linearity: Excellent compared to thermistors

⚡ Electrical Characteristics

  • Passive sensor (no internal electronics)

  • Requires:

    • Constant current source or RTD interface circuit

  • Output:

    • Resistance (not voltage directly)

🔗 2-Wire Configuration

✔ Simple Design

  • Two wires carry:

    • Excitation current

    • Measurement signal

⚠️ Lead Resistance Effect

  • Wire resistance adds error:

    • Especially for long cables

  • Less accurate than:

    • 3-wire or 4-wire RTD configurations

🔧 Mechanical Characteristics

  • Probe material: Stainless steel

  • Probe diameter: ~6 mm

  • Probe length: ~2 inches

  • Cable length: 1 meter insulated

👉 Provides:

  • Durability

  • Corrosion resistance

  • Suitability for harsh environments

🧠 Internal Features

✔ Platinum Sensing Element

  • Highly stable

  • Low drift over time

✔ Wide Temperature Range

  • Suitable for:

    • Low temperature (sub-zero)

    • High temperature applications

✔ Long-Term Stability

  • Maintains calibration over long periods

🔄 Operating Behavior

✔ High Accuracy Measurement

  • Better accuracy than:

    • Thermocouples (in moderate range)

    • Many semiconductor sensors

✔ Stable Output

  • Less noise and drift

  • Ideal for precision systems

✔ Response Time

  • Moderate (depends on probe size and medium)

🌡️ Environmental Characteristics

  • Suitable for:

    • Liquids

    • Air

    • Industrial surfaces

  • Can operate in:

    • Harsh environments (with proper insulation)

⚠️ Limitations

  • Requires:

    • External signal conditioning (RTD amplifier like MAX31865)

  • 2-wire type:

    • Lower accuracy due to lead resistance

  • Slower response compared to thermocouples

  • Self-heating possible if current too high

🔌 Typical Connection

  • Two wires:

    • Connected to RTD measurement circuit

  • Often used with:

    • Wheatstone bridge or RTD interface IC

🧩 Functional Role

The probe acts as a:

  • High-precision temperature sensor

  • Industrial-grade thermal measurement device

  • Resistance-based sensing element

🏁 Summary

The 7SEMI PT100 RTD Probe (2-wire, 1m) is a robust and accurate temperature sensing solution that:

  • Uses platinum RTD (PT100) technology

  • Measures −70°C to +300°C

  • Provides high stability and linear response

  • Comes in a durable stainless steel probe

  • Is suitable for industrial, laboratory, and precision monitoring systems

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