What You Need to KnowTemperature Sensors

The Importance of a Good Sensor

Investing in a quality temperature monitoring system is a wise choice. However, maintaining that investment is just as wise. Parts may wear out, but the right parts can last a very long time.

Temperature sensors are designed for many different purposes. In fact, as you will see in this presentation, many are designed for purposes well beyond the pool.

WaterEveryone has a different purpose for their water system. While many families love to swim in crisp/cool water, another person who raises Koi needs to maintain a warmer temperature.

Having the correct pool temperature sensor means having the ability to do what you want. Knowing what you need means getting the sensor that fits into your existing system the best.

Maintaining proper air temperature is vital in many industries. Whether you are an office worker or are involved in professional photography, the need to maintain a level of professional comfort is important.

AIR

But what about industries like iron smelts that by necessity generate incredible amounts of heat? A proper air monitoring system is vital in the important monitoring of critical temperatures.

The sun is our largest supplier of free energy. Once a prohibitive technology, due to the high costs of manufacturing, the use of solar energy is becoming increasingly more prevalent in the American market.

SOLAR

Nurseries and hatcheries are the traditional users of solar technology, but a decrease in prices are making them more common in everyday life. Many water and air sensors now come with solar capabilities as well.

A fantastic model with universal application beyond the pool. Not only does the GLX-PC-12 kit maintain perfect temperature of your pool’s water, but it is designed to measure solar heat as well.

HAYWARD/GOLDLINEGLX-PC-12-KIT

Model: GLX-PC-12-KITShipping Weight: 2lbs

GLX-PC-12-kit attaches to the PVC piping of your pool’s existing system with no fuss, or it can be attached to a wall or left to dangle freely to measure the air temperature.

The Jandy Temperature Sensor was created by the Zodiac company, who acquired the Jandy and Polaris sensor companies. What this means to the consumer is that this highly versatile sensor can be used as a replacement for your old and worn out parts.

JANDY TEMPERATURE SENSOR (7790) WATER/AIR/SOLAR

Model: 7790Shipping Weight: 1lbs

This sensors usability comes with the fact that it can be used to monitor, not only water, but air and solar temperatures. It is used in all AquaLink Controls Automated Systems. 

The Pentair Sta-Rite 42001-0053S Heater Brass Thermistor replaces an original Pentair thermistor and comes shipped with two spades conveniently placed on the top.

PENTAIR STA-RITE THERMISTOR SENSOR (MAX-E-THERM &

MASTERTEMP)

Model: 42001-0053SShipping Weight: 1lbs

This model is not only designed to work with Max-E-Therm/Maxi-Therm and MasterTemp Heaters, but for Pentair MiniMax heaters as well.

Wires are not included, as you can usually reuse the old wires.

The Pentair 520272 Temperature sensor is designed to work with the EasyTouch, Sun Touch, and IntelliTouch Systems. Not only does it handle water, but solar and air temperatures as well.

PENTAIR TEMPERATURE SENSORWATER/AIR/SOLAR

Model: 520272Shipping Weight: 1lbs

These systems have a tri-terminal system, which means that they can be configured for up to three Temperature Sensors. All from the convenience of one intuitive control panel. 

The Pentair Compool TS5L sensor comes for use with use with Compool Systems. It is designed for dual use with both water and solar systems.

PENTAIR COMPOOL TS5L SENSOR

Model: Ts5LShipping Weight: 1lbs

To avoid possible breakage and incorrect installation, the TS5l is manufactured with color coded wires. Its unmistakable green and red wires make it easy to know what system you are plugging into, even in the midst of rush work.