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Micro‐flow sensor for water using NTC thick film segmented thermistors

Micro‐flow sensor for water using NTC thick film segmented thermistors Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to apply negative thermal coefficient (NTC) thick film segmented thermistors (TFSTs) in a micro‐flow sensor for water. Design/methodology/approach – A TFST is printed using NTC paste based on nickel manganite. The resistance of this thermistor is measured in a climatic chamber and the resulting curves are calibrated. A micro‐flow sensor is designed using a self‐heated segmented thermistor. The sensing principle is based on heat loss depending on the water flow intensity through the capillary. Water flow calibration is performed. The sensor sensitivity, inertia, and stability are analyzed. Findings – The micro‐flow sensor exhibits good stability, suitable sensitivity, and inertia for integral measurements of water flow. Practical implications – Advantages of a micro‐flow sensor using a TFST include low energy consumption, simple measuring procedure, and passive electronics. Originality/value – This paper describes initial work on a micro‐flow sensor for water using TFSTs. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Microelectronics International Emerald Publishing

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Publisher
Emerald Publishing
Copyright
Copyright © 2009 Emerald Group Publishing Limited. All rights reserved.
ISSN
1356-5362
DOI
10.1108/13565360910981535
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Abstract

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to apply negative thermal coefficient (NTC) thick film segmented thermistors (TFSTs) in a micro‐flow sensor for water. Design/methodology/approach – A TFST is printed using NTC paste based on nickel manganite. The resistance of this thermistor is measured in a climatic chamber and the resulting curves are calibrated. A micro‐flow sensor is designed using a self‐heated segmented thermistor. The sensing principle is based on heat loss depending on the water flow intensity through the capillary. Water flow calibration is performed. The sensor sensitivity, inertia, and stability are analyzed. Findings – The micro‐flow sensor exhibits good stability, suitable sensitivity, and inertia for integral measurements of water flow. Practical implications – Advantages of a micro‐flow sensor using a TFST include low energy consumption, simple measuring procedure, and passive electronics. Originality/value – This paper describes initial work on a micro‐flow sensor for water using TFSTs.

Journal

Microelectronics InternationalEmerald Publishing

Published: Jul 31, 2009

Keywords: Sensors; Water; Flow measurement; Resistors

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