Technical Characteristics

Uniform Crystal Temperature Sensor (UCTS) technology is ideal for engine development program applications where accuracy and survivability in a harsh environment are critical. This innovative temperature measurement technique is designed to improve the quality and cost of data available to Heat-Transfer and Durability Engineers at all stages of engine development.

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Uniform Crystal Temperature Sensors are used to validate:

Heat Transfer Steady State Analytical Models
Cooling design concepts
Durability and Crack Propagation Predictions

UCTS presents an unique low cost option for accurate measurement of max temperatures:

On Rotating Parts
In places which are difficult to access
Where a high density of instrumentation is needed

Advantages include:

Micro-size
Accurate
Robust
User friendly
Cost effective
No leads

UCTS Characteristics

Temperature Range: 150 – 1430 °C
300 – 2606 °F
Accuracy: σ = ± 3.3 °C
σ = ± 6 °F
Dimensions: 0.20 x 0.20 x 0.38 mm
0.008 x 0.008 x 0.015 in.
Lead/Connectors: Not required
Survivability: ≥ 95%
Shelf Life: Unlimited
Supported Test Profile(s): Varied
Radiation/Chemical Hazard: None
Data Reduction Productivity: ~100 sensors per shift