Vishay Vishay TFPT Series Temperature Sensors

The Vishay TFPT Series of Temperature Sensors is ideal for applications requiring accuracy and stability over the life of the component. The tracking accuracy of the TFPT reduces resistance drift in extreme temperature cycling situations and allows designers to obtain precise performance with fewer components. The positive linear Temperature Coefficient of Resistance (TCR) further simplifies circuit designs and provides a more secure “failure” mode behavior (positive drift behavior will generate a higher temperature reading – auto safe behavior). TFPT Temperature Sensors are available in 0603, 0805, and 1206 case sizes and with either RoHS compliant or Tin/Lead terminations. Multiple resistance values are available (case size dependent).

Features

  • Advanced Nickel Thin Film Technology PTC SMD Sensor
  • Standard surface mount case sizes available (0603, 0805, 1206)
  • Operating temperature range of -55°C to +150°C
  • Resistance values at 25°C range from 100Ω to 10KΩ with tolerances as low as ±0.5%
  • Nearly Linear Positive Temperature Characteristic of +4100ppm/°C ± 400ppm/°C
  • High stability and reliability over entire temperature range (∆R drift ≈ 0.25%)
  • Both RoHS compliant and Tin/Lead packaging available
  • cUL Recognized (File E148885)

Applications

  • Automotive Systems
  • Brushless DC Motor Control
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Power Supply and Conversion
  • Battery Chargers