A Temperature Sensor is a device that measures air, water or surface temperature and reports it to monitoring and control systems. In data centers sensors placed at rack inlets, in aisles, in cooling loops and within equipment verify ASHRAE compliance, detect hot spots and drive cooling control. Common types include thermistors, RTDs and thermocouples.
Category: Cooling & Environmental Control · Subcategory: Environmental Monitoring · Part of the AIDC Technical Terminology reference.