Fiber optic temperature measurement systems
Fiber optic temperature monitoring sensors
Temperature control is crucial in many industrial processes.
The TS series fiber optic temperature sensors, which consist of a gallium arsenide (GaAs) crystal mounted at the end of an optical fiber, are the best choice for measuring temperatures in environments with microwave radiation and high-frequency interference. They are also recommended for high-voltage applications, magnetic fields, and aggressive environments where traditional metallic sensors like Resistance Temperature Devices or Thermocouples may not be suitable.
By continuously monitoring temperature accurately, you can proactively take corrective action before any supplies are compromised.
Choose our solution for accurate temperature monitoring to ensure optimal operation and safety of your assets. All fiber optic temperature sensors can be seamlessly connected to our fiber optic temperature monitoring devices (FOTEMP), delivering consistently accurate, reliable temperature readings.
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Why buy
- Stable and repeatable measurements
- Resistance to extreme temperatures
- Flexible bending radius
- Resistant to electromagnetic and radio-frequency interferences
- Resistant to microwave radiations
- Versatile capabilities applicable in a wide range of applications
Application
- Power transformers
- Switchgears
- High voltage applications
- Nuclear environments
- Harsh and hazardous environments
- Instrument applications
- Aerospace applications
- Process monitoring
- Laboratories
- Medical applications
Technical data at a glance
| TS2P | TS3 | TS4 | TS5 | TST | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smallest | General purpose | Harsh chemicals | Medical | Transformers | ||
| Key features | Smallest size, direct contact measurement, Bare GaAs crystal (300 µm x 300 µm) for very small surface areas, and the fastest measurement, Semiconductor devices, and Micro Vials, Non-conductive. | Customizable semi rigid probe, Immune to EMI/RFI and Microwave emissions, Non-conductive. | High accuracy, corrosion resistant, PTFE coated, Non-conductive | Customizable probe, Small form factor, Compact size, Non-conductive | Specifically designed to be used in oil filled and dry transformers, without air inclusions, Non-conductive | |
| Long-term temperature range | -200°C up to +260°C | -200°C up to +260°C | -200°C up to +260°C | -200°C up to +260°C | -200°C up to +260°C | |
| Short-term temperature range | +260°C up to +300°C | +260°C up to +300°C | +260°C up to +300°C | +260°C up to +300°C | +260°C up to +300°C | |
| Accuracy | ± 0.2 K | ± 0.2 K | ± 0.2 K | ± 0.2 K | ± 0.2 K | |
| Thermal response | 20 K/s | 12 K/s | 7 K/s | 19 K/s | 3 K/s | |
| Probe dimension | D1: 0,45 mm D2: 1,70 mm D3: 1,30 mm |
D1: 1,00 mm D2: 1,70 mm D3: 1,30 mm |
D1: 1,00 mm D2: 1,90 mm D3: 1,30 mm |
D1: 0,55 mm D2: 1.70 mm D3: 1,30 mm |
D1: 1,30 mm D3: 3,00 mm |
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| Other dimensions | L1: 2 mm L2: 18 mm L3: 2 – 20 m |
L1: 15-550 mm L2: 20 mm L3: 2 – 20 m |
L1: 15-550 mm L2: 13 mm L3: 2 – 20 m |
L1: 15-550 mm L2: 20 mm L3: 2 – 20 m |
L1: 10 mm L3: 3 – 20 m |
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| Cable coating | Polyimide / PTFE | Polyimide / PTFE | PTFE | Polyimide / PTFE | PTFE | |
| Connector type | ST | ST | ST | ST | ST | |
| Optional | Nomex® J-Spacer Nomex® Disk-Spacer |
Application
| TS2P | TS3 | TS4 | TS5 | TST | Smart Spacer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General use | General use | Harsch environments | Medical & SFF | Transformers | General use |
| Radio frequency environments, High voltage applications, Semiconductors, and Medical testing | Food, Microwave oven, and RF environments | Harsch & Chemical environments, Liquid immersion | Medical environments, Catheter instrumentation, Semiconductors, Small FF | Oil-filled transformers | Transformer windings, Bus Bars, and other Switchgears |
