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Article: Thermistor technology review.(Temperature Sensors)
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- Process Heating
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- May 1, 2008
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Numerous technologies are available to measure temperature. And, with many overlapping characteristics, choosing the ideal methodology can be challenging. Often used to replace thermocouples or electromechanical thermostats, thermistors are gaining popularity. The ability to simplify circuits, eliminate system calibration requirements, and provide low power designs are among the benefits offered by thermistors. But, are they right for your application? This article will review the basic thermistor technology and provide some pointers that will help you decide if your application can benefit from using them.
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