Unlike conventional thin film resistance temperature detectors (RTDs), Endress+Hauser’s robust iTherm StrongSens RTDs are sealed in a special ceramic potting compound that ensures the filling is free from voids or gaps.
This results in significant improvements to mechanical stability and increased vibration resistance up to 60g.
An increased resistance to the effects of vibration leads to reduced failure rates of temperature sensors and in turn a reduction in plant downtime and the cost of instrument repairs as well as increased plant safety, says the company.
Processes with high vibrations can often lead to premature failure of temperature sensors and increased operational costs as sensors need to be replaced more frequently. More worryingly, unreliable temperature monitoring on rotating parts (such as bearings) can lead to a safety risk through overheating of equipment.
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