Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs)

Birk Manufacturing’s Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD) sensors are designed for precision and reliability in temperature measurement.

These extremely accurate, quick-responding sensors operate based on the principle that the electrical resistance of a metal changes with temperature. The sensing element of RTDs is a fine metal wire whose resistance changes with temperature. Therefore, measuring the change in resistance shows us the change in temperature.

RTD sensors can be made from various metals such as platinum, nickel or copper and offer a broad temperature range (-220°C to 850°C). They have excellent resistance to EMI, vibration, and temperature shock. Known for their excellent long-term stability, low drift, and small dimensions, Birk’s RTD sensors are ideal for many high-precision critical applications in demanding environments.

Standard Solutions

We offer a variety of in-stock RTD’s with various housing and packaging options such as probes, bolt-on, screw-on, surface mount, and miniature. All of which are available in multiple options of materials, ohms, sizes, number of leads, and lead lengths. Check our Selection Sheet to find what you’re looking for.

Customized Solutions

Birk specializes in creating custom solutions for your most complex projects. If your project goes beyond our RTD configurations, our team of engineers would be happy to support you.

Key Features

Excellent accuracy and stability
Offer high repeatability
Precise temperature control and consistent measurement over long periods

Outstanding for environments where the sensor may be exposed to electrical noise or vibration
Platinum RTDs are suitable for higher temperature ranges

Key Applications

Medical Devices: Used in critical equipment where precise temperature monitoring is essential, such as in-vitro diagnostics, incubators and dialysis machines.
Semiconductor Manufacturing: Provides accurate temperature control in processes like wafer fabrication.
Military & Aerospace: Delivers precise temperature measurement in engines and environmental control systems for aircraft and spacecraft.
Industrial: Aids in accurate temperature regulation for control systems and battery packs.
Analytical: RTD probes are well suited for immersion type applications based in laboratory environments where tests and research are being performed.

INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS

We offer additional temperature management customization with options like probes, bolt-on assemblies, surface mount assemblies, and our electro-static discharge (ESD) program.

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