Recertification of ESCC qualified Hi-Rel Pt temperature sensors completed
Currently the only ESCC qualified Pt temperature sensors in the market, IST AG’s Hi-Rel Pt temperature sensors have been re-confirmed as suitable for space applications. The thin-film sensor elements provide stable measuring results at 100,000 cycles from -200 ° C to +200 ° C (the equivalent of the ISS circumnavigating Earth 16 times a day for nearly 20 years), which ratifies their resistance against thermal cycles and percussion.
The temperature coefficient of resistance (TCR) experienced virtually no changes during tests and confirms the sensors’ drift stability. Its small size (2.3 x 2.0 x 1.1 mm), light weight and robustness due to the lack of moving parts give the component an advantage over e.g. traditionally used wire-wound sensors.
Also suitable for other High Reliability (Hi-Rel) applications in e.g. aerospace or automotive industries, the RTDs are available with different resistances, ranging from Pt100 to Pt2000. They can be used in a temperature range from -200 ° C to +200 ° C and are classified as tolerance class B (IEC 60751 F0.3). The temperature sensors are obtainable both as Engineering Model (EM) or as Flight Model (FM) and can be customized.
The next milestone in sighting distance
The high demand of customized extended wires (with an ESCC qualified wire) resulted in the next endeavor, which is the ESCC qualification of extended wires (“pigtails”) available in 4 types of wiring, which is expected to be completed by the end of this year.
With several successful space missions to look back upon, current ventures and ongoing projects as well as visions for the future, IST AG is in it for the long run.
Innovative Sensor Technology IST AG is one of the global leaders in micro system technology, services and solutions for industrial measurement applications. The company employs approx. 400 personnel across the globe.
IST AG is a manufacturer and partner for physical, chemical and biological sensors. Its product range contains thin-film platinum and nickel RTD temperature sensors, capacitive humidity sensors, thermal mass flow sensors, conductivity and biosensors. IST AG also manufactures a broad portfolio of calibrated humidity modules. Additionally, a highly qualified technical team offers consulting, development and production of challenging customer requests in the field of micro system technology.
The wide product range is the choice of many renowned end customers and OEMs in their fields. As a result, IST AG sensors are found in measuring instruments for various applications, such as HVAC, automation, appliance, medical, test and measurement, aerospace, bio measurement and process control and many more.
Founded in 1991, Innovative Sensor Technology is headquartered in Ebnat-Kappel, Switzerland in the mountain region of Toggenburg. In 2005, Innovative Sensor Technology became part of the Endress+Hauser Group, headquartered in Reinach, Switzerland. The Endress+Hauser Group is among the global leaders in measuring instruments, services and solutions for industrial process engineering.
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