Space-grade Temperature Sensors are specialized devices designed to measure and monitor temperatures in the extreme conditions of space. These sensors are built to withstand extreme temperatures, radiation, and vacuum environments while providing accurate and reliable data. They are essential for maintaining thermal control in spacecraft systems, and ensuring the proper functioning of components like electronics, propulsion systems, and life support equipment. In this article, SATNow has listed some interesting Space-grade Temperature Sensors that were trending on the website.
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5000 ohms GSFC Space Qualified Thermistor
The 44905 from TE Connectivity is a Space-Qualified Temperature Sensor with a resistance of 5000 ohms and a tolerance of +/- 0.2 Degrees C (0°C to 70°C). It has a beta value of 3987 K and a beta tolerance of 0.8 %. This flight-proven temperature sensor has a dissipation constant of 1 mW/°C and an insulation resistance of 500 V. This GSFC S311-P18-01S7R6 qualified thermistor is ideal for extended space, low and mid-range temperature, tight tolerance instrumentation, and applications requiring sensing small temperature changes. Read more.
Hermetic Half-Inch Thermostat for Satellite Battery Heater Control
The 11041 / M1 Series from Sensata Technologies is a Space Qualified Temperature Sensor that has an operating temperature range of -53.9 to 287.8 degrees C. It has a contact resistance of 0.050 Ohms and an insulation resistance of 100 megohms. It has a hermeticity of 1 x 10-8 atm cc/sec and an average weight of 4.8-5.9 g. The thermostat is ideal for applications such as anti-ice and air data sensors, aircraft heated drain masts, bleed air over temperature control, aircraft duct/galley/lavatory heaters, satellite battery heater control, and satellite propulsion line temperature control. Read more.
Space-Qualified Surface Temperature Sensor
The Model 0118MF from Collins Aerospace is a Space Qualified Temperature Sensor that is designed to measure temperatures in the range of -269° C to 400° C. This temperature sensor has a resistance of 100-2000 Ohms and an insulation resistance of 10 MOhms.The sensor has a maximum mass of 0.35 g. This temperature sensor is ideal for satellites and scientific exploration vehicles and is used on launch vehicles such as Atlas V, Delta IV/RS-68, Ariane 5/Vulcain, and K-1/NK-33. Read more.
2-Terminal Radiation Hardened Temperature Transducer
The ISL71590SEH from Renesas is a Space Qualified Temperature Sensor that is designed to measure temperatures in the range of -55°C to 125°C and is also capable of operating up to +150°C. This temperature sensor’s 50 krad (Si) low dose rate (ELDRS) shift is less than 1°C. The sensor requires an input supply of 4-33 V with power consumption as low as 1.5 mW. It is an ideal choice for remote sensing applications, RF power amplifier bias compensation, LCD bias compensation, laser diode bias compensation, sensor bias, and linearization and data acquisition systems. Read more.
High-Reliability Aerospace Thermostats
The 3200 Series from Honeywell Aerospace is a Space Qualified Temperature Sensor that has an insulation resistance of 500 MOhms with an operating current of 5 A. It has a dielectric strength of 1250 Vac and has a maximum contact resistance of 50 mOhm. The temperature sensor features a single-throw switch activated by a snap-action bimetal disc and is manufactured and tested to meet critical military and aerospace specifications. It is specifically designed for ground and experimental testing. Read more.
NTC Thermistor for Aerospace and Defense Applications
The RTH06 MIL-PRF-23648/1 from QTI Sensing Solutions is a Space Qualified Temperature Sensor with an operating temperature range of -55 to 125 degrees C. This high-rel, military-grade sensor has a standard resistance range of 68-75 ohms (25 degrees C) and a power rating of 0.500 W (25 degrees C). The sensor meets or exceeds all of the requirements of MIL-PRF-23648 and is certified by the Defense Logistics Agency, qualified products list QPL-23648. It is suitable where temperature control/compensation is required for crucial applications like amplifier stabilization, power control, and microprocessor interfacing. Read more.
15 KOhm Space Qualified Temperature Sensor
The G15K4D489 from Variohm Eurosensor is a Space Qualified Temperature Sensor with a beta value of 3575 K and a resistance of 15 KOhm. This temperature sensor time response of less than 25 sec (in air) and a dissipation constant of 2 mW/degree C. It features a robust epoxy resin encapsulated construction mounted on a flat aluminum alloy housing. The sensor is ideal for satellite electric motors, monitoring of gearboxes in satellites, temperature compensation, battery power packs, vision systems, panel temperature measurement, and monitoring of actuators. Read more.
ESCC Qualified Thin-film Temperature Sensors
The 4006015-01 from Innovative Sensor Technology AG is a Space-Qualified Temperature Sensor with a resistance of 1000 Ohms. It has a maximum operating current of 0.3 A and a maximum rated current of 1.3 A. This ESCC-qualified Hi-Rel thin-film temperature sensor measures 2.0 x 2.2 x 1.1 mm and is connected to 10 mm platinum wires. The platinum wires are designed to be processed including brazing, resistance-welding, laser-welding, crimping, and TIN-soldering. Read more.
Silicon Diode Space Qualified Temperature Sensor
The Model SI-540 from Scientific Instruments is a Space Qualified Temperature Sensor that operates over a temperature range of 1.5K to 450K and has a calibrated accuracy of +/- 0.03K. It features high sensitivity in the lower range and is interchangeable with a standard V/T curve. This miniature sensor is mounted in a gold-plated copper canister with four 36 AWG polyimide-coated, color-coded, phosphor bronze leads. The ISO 9001-certified canister measures 0.093 X 0.250 inches (Diameter X L). Read more.
Low Profile Button Temperature Sensor
The BUTTON SENSOR from Building Automation Products is a Space Qualified Temperature Sensor that supports a wide range of thermistor and RTD elements with a thermistor accuracy of ±0.36°F (±0.2°C). The sensor operates across a probe temperature range of -40°F to 221°F and features a superior stability rate of less than 0.036°F/Year. It has a high energy efficiency with a heat dissipation of 2.7 mW/°C. The RoHS-compliant and CE certification is ideal for locations where aesthetics are as important as the temperature measurement. Read more.
5000 ohms GSFC Space Qualified Thermistor
The 44906 from Measurement Specialities is a Space Qualified Temperature Sensor with a resistance of 5000 ohms and a tolerance of +/- 0.1 Degrees C (0°C to 70°C). It has a beta value of 3978 K and a beta tolerance of 0.4 %. This flight-proven temperature sensor has a dissipation constant of 1 mW/°C and an insulation resistance of 500 V. This GSFC S311-P18-01S7R6 qualified thermistor is ideal for extended space, low and mid-range temperature, tight tolerance instrumentation, and applications requiring sensing small temperature changes. Read more.
Space Qualified Ultrasonic Liquid Level Temperature Sensor
The USLS from Antrix Corporation Limited is a Space Qualified Ultrasonic Liquid Level Temperature Sensor designed and developed to sense the level of the propellant in the tank during filling operation. It has an insulation resistance of more than 100 Mohm at 50 VDC. It uses basic element materials like AISI 304L and supports a 5-pin Lemo electric interface. This sensor works on the ultrasonic principle and uses N2O4, UDMH & water as working fluids. This temperature sensor measures 22.5 x 125 mm (sensor diameter x immersion length) and has successfully flown in all launch vehicle missions. Read more.
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