(RTD) Resistor Temperature Detectors, Heaters and PIDs

  • Can be a diode (nonlinear) or a resistor (linear)
    • We use diodes, they are way more accurate
  • V=IR
  • P=VI, P=I(^2)R, P=V(^2)/R
  • But!

We can use them to measure more accurately with 4 wires as we can bias one side and subtract the resistance of the leads on either side.


PID Proportional Integral Derivative


This is the quickest way to get to your intented setpoint. Show Lakeshore graphs.



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