PTFT0603L1000JW

Temperature Sensors - PTC Thermistors

A PTC Thermistor is a positive temperature coefficient (PTC) thermistor which is a temperature-sensing device with a resistance which increases with increasing temperature. A PTC Thermistor, also known as a Positive Temperature Coefficient thermistor, is a thermally sensitive resistor that shows a characteristic rate of resistance change with temperature. The PTFT0603L1000JW PTC thermistor is a reliable temperature sensing device having an operating temperature range from -20 to 150 °C and also a high temperature coefficient rate for temperature detecting applications.

PTFT0603L1000JW Application Field

The PTFT0603L1000JW thermistor is mostly used for sensing, controlling, and protecting applications. Therefore, it is used in many applications such as consumer electronics, HVAC, and industrial automation and robot control. Moreover, the thermistor is used in a variety of medical, automotive, aerospace and security applications. Its most common uses are in temperature switches, temperature limit sensors, temperature sensing relays, and circuit protection devices.

PTFT0603L1000JW Working Principle

The actual working principle of the PTFT0603L1000JW thermistor is based on the change in the resistance of the device with respect to temperature. It follows the Ohm’s law where resistance is directly proportional to temperature. According to this law, the resistance of the thermistor increases as the temperature increases. The resistance of the device changes in a predictable manner as temperature changes. This predictable behavior is referred to as its “curve”. The curve helps to predict the device’s behavior in various temperatures and can be used to develop algorithms for automatically controlling the operation of the device.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the PTFT0603L1000JW thermistor is a reliable temperature sensing device having a high temperature coefficient rate for temperature detecting applications. This thermistor is mostly used for sensing, controlling, and protecting applications. It works by following the Ohm’s law and its resistance changes in a predictable manner as temperature changes. The predictability of the thermistor’s behavior helps to develop algorithms for automatically controlling the operation of the device.