1- Where Do We Use Thermistors On Circuits ?
Thermistor
A thermistor is a specific
type of resistor that uses sensors to help regulate cold and heat. They can do
more than simply regulate temperature. They are also used for voltage
regulation, volume control, time delays, and circuit protection. These
products are made up of ceramic and metal oxides, but it also contains
circuits and wires. These resistors have many practical applications both
in terms of manufacturing and personal products. Below, we will be going over
some of the different uses and applications for thermistors throughout multiple
industries.
Microwave
For those who have used a
microwave, you have used a thermistor. They are used in these machines to
determine and maintain internal temperature. Without the resistor in the
microwave, there is a possibility of overheating in the unit. This could lead
to potential fires.
Circuit Protector
If you have a power supply or
surge protector in your home or office then you are also using a thermistor.
Without a thermistor in this product, surges of energy would be uncontrolled.
This could lead to overheating or too much electricity being pushed to whatever
is plugged in. This could lead to some of your electronics shorting out.
Automotive
Cars, trucks, and buses all use
thermistors. They are used to determine the temperature of oil and coolants.
This is how you are able to know if your car is overheating or not. The
thermistors are connected to indicators on the dashboard of the vehicle.
Thermistors in cars do not prevent or regulate. Instead, they are used to
gather information. This allows a driver to fix their car or truck before
something serious happens.
Digital Thermometers
Have you ever wondered how digital
thermometers are able to accurately gauge someone’s temperature? This is
possible because of thermistors. Just like with cars, these devicesused to
gather information rather than helping to maintain temperature.
Rechargeable Batteries
The ability to recharge a battery is
only possible because of the help it gets. When you start charging batteries,
there is a tendency for things to get hot. The low resistance of the thermistor
allows it to stop the charging if things are getting too hot.
Thermistors are used in
everyday life, and they are used in so many different ways.
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