What are Thermistors??
Thermistors are an electronic component whose resistance changes with changes in temperature.
Two kinds of Thermistor
Type | PTC Thermistor Positive Temperature Coefficient | NTC Thermistor Negative Temperature Coefficient |
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Basic Function | It has almost flat resistance-temperature characteristics near room temperature, but the resistance increases logarithmically when the temperature exceeds a certain level (Curie point). Murata was the first company in the world to commercialize it in 1961. | The resistance decreases logarithmically from low temperature to high temperature. Has a relatively accurate resistance deviation over the entire temperature range. Generally speaking, thermistor refer to NTC Thermistor. |
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