There are two types of SMD’s (surface mount devices):
A platinum SMD (Pt100 or Pt1000) is a type of thin film RTD (resistance temperature detector). These have a positive temperature coefficient (PTC) meaning that the resistivity increases with an increase in temperature.
A NTC (negative temperature coefficient) SMD is a sensing element whose resistance decreases as temperature increases. Each SMD type has certain functions in common but also have unique attributes that can affect a customer’s choice.
| RTD SMD | NTC SMD |
| Most common choice in the process industry and especially for machine building. Suitable for protection from overcurrent and short circuit | Used for temperature measurement, control and compensation (eg signaling when a battery is fully charged). |
| Meets international standards. | Standardization for NTC elements is not possible as a result of material and specific production criteria. |
| Functions over a wider range of temperatures up to 200°C with thin film technology. | Very narrow temperature range:up to 125 °C. |
| Platinum is a more expensive material making the Pt SMD a more costly option. Thin film is reducing the price difference as less platinum is needed. | Cheaper and therefore more suited to applications where large volumes are required. |
| Better long term drift stability and is more accurate. | Has higher sensitivity and faster response time (however this is only the cae within a narrow temperature range). |
In conclusion, when choosing whether to use and NTC SMD or a RTD SMD element the following questions will ultimately determine your choice:
Our Heraeus Nexensos Pt100 and Pt1000 SMD sensors are available in tolerance class B and 2B and in both simplex and duplex executions. There are four different sizes with a temperature range of -50°C to +150°C and a temperature coefficient of 3850 ppm. Furthermore, we offer the SMD 1206 SC which can be sintered instead of soldered which increases the temperature range to 200°C.
Orders can be placed directly via our webshop or by contacting a member of our team. Our in-house experts are also available for advice on choosing the correct type of SMD for your application.
Tel 1: +31 (0) 85 040 27 00
Tel 2: +31 (0) 35 628 29 10
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