What are the effects of a faulty ambient temperature sensor?

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McLydia
07/29/25 11:59pm
The effects of a faulty ambient temperature sensor are as follows: 1. Unstable output signal: Taking the instrument as an example: If the temperature source itself is unstable, then the fault lies with the temperature source. If the instrument display is unstable, the fault is due to the instrument's poor anti-interference capability. 2. Large output error from the transmitter: This may be caused by improper factory settings of the sensor or the use of incorrect resistance wire in the temperature sensor, leading to range errors. 3. Increase or decrease in the measured medium temperature: A faulty ambient temperature sensor can cause sealing issues, possibly due to poor sealing of the temperature sensor or accidental welding of a small hole during installation. This situation generally requires replacing the sensor housing to resolve.
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