Troubleshooting
- Primary Test: Plug in the sensor and start up the data-collection program. Temperature readings should appear on the main screen of the program. Hold the tip of the sensor to warm it and check that the temperature is changing.
Important: This sensor is for use in air and water only. For temperature measurements in harsher environments, we recommend the Stainless Steel Temperature Probe (TMP-BTA).
Additional Troubleshooting
- Why does my temperature sensor read a value that does not change and is very high/low?
- My temperature sensor reads 80°C at room temperature on a LabQuest 2.
- The tab on the BTA or BTD connector of my sensor is broken. Can it be repaired?
- How should I wrap my sensor cable?
- Can you calibrate a Stainless Steel Temperature Probe?
- Can I use Vernier water quality sensors in salt water or in a salt water aquarium?
Specifications
- Temperature sensor: 20 kΩ NTC Thermistor
- Temperature range: –25 to 125°C (–13 to 257°F)
- Maximum temperature that the sensor can tolerate without damage: 150°C
- Typical Resolution:
⚬ 0.08°C (–25 to 0°C)
⚬ 0.03°C (0 to 40°C)
⚬ 0.1°C (40 to 100°C)
⚬ 0.25°C (100 to 125°C) - Accuracy:
⚬ ±0.2°C at 0°C
⚬ ±0.5°C at 100°C - Response time (time for 90% change in reading):
⚬ 5 seconds (in water)
⚬ 50 seconds (in still air)
⚬ 20 seconds (in moving air) - Probe dimensions:
⚬ Cable: 1 m
⚬ Handle to thermister: 15.5 cm
⚬ Submergible section: 7 cm
Calibration
Calibrate? No. If you wish to calibrate this sensor, detailed instructions can be found in Can you calibrate a Stainless Steel Temperature Probe?
Note: a custom calibration cannot be stored to this sensor.
Related Products
- Stainless Steel Temperature Probe (TMP-BTA)
- Go!Temp (GO-TEMP)
- EasyTemp (EZ-TMP)
- Extra-Long Temperature Probe (TPL-BTA)
- Wide-Range Temperature Probe (WRT-BTA)
- Thermocouple (TCA-BTA)
- Go Direct® Surface Temperature Sensor (GDX-ST)