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1. What is a Temperature Sensor?

    A temperature sensor, or temperature transducer, is a device that senses temperature and converts it into a usable output signal. Widely used in daily life, temperature sensors are among the most common types of sensors. Advances in science and technology have led to smaller, higher-performing temperature sensors, expanding their applicability across various fields, thereby greatly enhancing convenience in production and daily life.

2. Application Areas of Temperature Sensors

a. Medical Applications Temperature sensors are extensively used in the medical field. During epidemic prevention and control, they played a critical role, especially through infrared thermometers and infrared thermal imagers. These devices are used to screen and monitor individuals with elevated body temperatures in crowded public places such as hospitals, stations, and airports, effectively identifying and tracking potential fever cases.

b. Sensing Applications Temperature sensors employing thermal conversion methods are frequently used to measure various physical quantities, including flow, radiation, gas pressure, gas type, humidity, and thermochemical reactions. These measurements are converted into electrical signals, facilitating accurate and reliable data collection.

c. Industrial Applications In industrial settings, temperature sensors are indispensable across numerous sectors: metallurgy, petrochemical, thermal power, nuclear power, machinery manufacturing, industrial automation control, glass ceramics, plastics and rubber, brewing, pharmaceutical, light industry, textile, food, tobacco, water treatment, and military industries. These sensors ensure precise temperature monitoring and control, critical for process optimization and safety.

d. Food Applications Temperature sensors are crucial in the food industry. During food processing, accurate temperature detection and control are necessary to mix various raw materials at specific temperatures and times for different cooking stages. This precision directly impacts the quality of the final product.

e. Consumer Product Applications Temperature sensors are integral to many consumer products, particularly household appliances. They are used in air conditioners (both household and automotive), refrigerators, freezers, water heaters, water dispensers, heaters, dishwashers, disinfection cabinets, washing machines, dryers, and medium to low-temperature drying ovens. These sensors ensure optimal temperature measurement and control in thermostats and other applications, enhancing product performance and user safety.

    Nanjing Shiheng Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. is a national high-tech enterprise specializing in the production of NTC thermistors and temperature sensors. Our company's temperature measurement products boast a wide range of specifications and varieties, featuring small sizes, high measurement accuracy, fast response times, long lifespans, and high reliability. These products offer exceptional consistency and interchangeability. Currently, Nanjing Shiheng's NTC temperature sensors are widely used in household appliances, medical electronics, automotive electronics, industrial production, and automatic control systems. Our excellent quality and high cost performance have earned widespread acclaim from users.