SILICON RESISTIVE THERMISTORS

INTRODUCTION
 Silicon resistive thermistors, also known as silicon temperature sensors or silicon
thermoresistors, are temperature-sensitive devices made from silicon material.
 They exhibit changes in electrical resistance with variations in temperature.
 These thermistors are commonly used for temperature sensing and control
applications due to their small size, high sensitivity, and stability over a wide
temperature range.
 Silicon resistive thermistor specifically refers to thermistors that are made from
silicon material.
 Silicon thermistors are a subset of thermistors and are made exclusively from
silicon.
 They usually fall under the category of NTC thermistors because most silicon
thermistors exhibit a negative temperature coefficient (i.e., their resistance
decreases as temperature increases).
WORKING PRINCIPLE
 The working principle of silicon resistive thermistors is based on their temperature-
dependent electrical resistance.
 Silicon thermistors exhibit a negative temperature coefficient (NTC), which means
that their resistance decreases as the temperature increases.
 silicon resistive thermistors operate on the principle that their electrical resistance
changes predictably with temperature.
 This unique property makes them valuable for temperature measurement and control
in various applications, ranging from industrial processes to consumer electronics
and medical devices.
Types of silicon resistive thermistors:
 Silicon resistive thermistors come in several types, each with distinct
characteristics and applications. Here's an explanation of the main types
of silicon resistive thermistors:

 Negative Temperature Coefficient (NTC) Silicon Thermistors

 Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) Silicon Thermistors
 Specialized Silicon Thermistors
 Interchangeable Silicon Thermistors
Negative Temperature Coefficient (NTC) Silicon
Thermistors:

 Working Principle: NTC silicon thermistors are the most common type. As
the temperature increases, their resistance decreases in a nonlinear manner.
The resistance change is most significant in a specific temperature range.
 Applications: NTC silicon thermistors are widely used for temperature sensing and
control in various applications, including:
• Climate control systems
• Industrial process monitoring
• Medical devices like thermometers
• Automotive temperature measurement
• Consumer electronics, such as thermostats
Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) Silicon
Thermistors:

 Working Principle: PTC silicon thermistors, unlike NTC thermistors, exhibit

an increase in resistance as the temperature rises. The resistance change is also
nonlinear. PTC thermistors are often used as self-regulating heating elements.
 Applications:
• PTC silicon thermistors are primarily used in applications such as:
• Overcurrent protection devices
• PTC heaters in appliances like hair dryers
• Motor starting and protection
• Battery pack protection
Advantages of Silicon Resistive Thermistors
 High Sensitivity
 Wide Temperature Range
 Small Size
 Rapid Response Time
 Long-Term Stability
 Low Power Consumption
Applications
 Weather Monitoring
 Industrial Temperature Control
 Medical Devices
 Automotive Temperature Sensing
 Home Appliances