Temperature
Thermocouple, Thermistor or RTD? – Part 2
As you remember from Part One, temperature is the most common parameter measured by those who use data loggers. I also outlined the basic principles of temperature sensors—detailing the specifics of how thermocouples, thermistors, and RTDs function. In Part Two, I will talk about tips for selecting which temperature sensor is best for your needs, … Continued
Thermocouple, Thermistor or RTD? – Part 1
Which Temperature Sensor is Best For My Application? Temperature is probably the most common parameter measured by our data loggers. Some devices like the TandD TR71A come bundled with general-purpose temperature sensors while other systems such as the dataTaker DT80 Universal Input data logger require the user to provide sensors. Also, some applications like monitoring … Continued
How Long Can My Thermocouple Wire Be?
It seems like at least once a week we get a customer asking, “how long of a wire can I run between my thermocouple and the data logger?” and our standard answer is, “it depends!” There are several important points to understand when answering this question: First, a thermocouple measures temperature by generating a very … Continued
Demand for Temperature Data Loggers to Monitor COVID-19 Vaccines
With the approval and distribution of the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines, many clinics and pharmacies have begun their search for a solution to monitor vaccine temperature that meets the requirements of keeping the COVID-19 vaccines safe. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine should be stored long-term in a freezer … Continued
Best Practices for Temperature Monitoring Systems
Whether your industry is regulated and you are required to log storage temperatures or not, it is a good practice to do so. Having a continuous record of the temperatures at which your material is stored makes both practical and financial sense. How else can you be assured that what you are storing remains viable? … Continued
4 Reasons Not to Put Your Data Logger in the Freezer
We often get inquiries from new customers that are just beginning their search for a data logger to monitor a freezer or refrigerator asking “Do you have a data logger that I can put in my freezer?” Based on our experience with several customers that have tried this in the past, we recommend that you … Continued
How to Choose the Ideal Oven Temperature Logger
Read This Before You Decide On An Oven Temperature Profiling Data Logger Vendors regularly speak with customers to address the key question: “How do I choose the ideal oven temperature logger for my oven temperature application?” Whether you are an engineer planning for your next furnace temperature profiling project or a paint shop filling a … Continued