Thermocouples and PT100

A Thermocouple t is a sensor of temperature that produces a voltage based on
temperature differences between metals and alloys. The thermocouple is
made up of two metal wires that are dissimilar and joined at the end to form a
junction. This junction produces a small amount of voltage when exposed to
temperature gradients. It is called the measuring junction. Learn more about
these sensors by reading our Thermocouple and PT100 guide.Manotherm – Thermocouples and Resistance Thermometers
Thermocouple types
There are many different types of thermocouples, each with their own
characteristics. For example, the temperature range or robustness. Each
thermocouple has a specific letter, such as Type K. Other common thermocouple
types include Type J, Type T, Type L, and Type K

PT100’s
PT100 refers to a type of temperature sensor with a platinum resistance
element. The “PT” stands for platinum, and “100” denotes its nominal
resistance at 0 degrees Celsius. PT100 sensors are widely used for precise
temperature measurements in various industrial and scientific applications.

Applications for Thermocouples and PT100’s
Thermocouples and Pt100’s have been widely used for many years in various
industries to monitor and control temperature. These thermocouples are
popular for measuring high temperatures and Pt100 are more suited to Lower
temperatures and have a higher accuracy than thermocouples