Using resistance-temperature detectors (rtds) – Fluke 725 User Manual

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Using Measure Mode

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Using Resistance-Temperature Detectors (RTDs)

The calibrator accepts RTD types shown in Table 6. RTDs
are characterized by their resistance at 0 °C (32 °F),
which is called the “ice point” or R

0

. The most common R

0

is 100

. The calibrator accepts RTD measurement inputs

in two-, three-, or four-wire connections, with the
three-wire connection the most common. A four-wire
configuration provides the highest measurement
precision, and two-wire provides the lowest measurement
precision.

To measure temperature using an RTD input, proceed as
follows:

1. If necessary, press

M

for MEASURE mode.

2. Press

R

for the RTD display. If desired, continue

pressing this key to select the desired RTD type.

3. Press

X

or

W

to select a 2-, 3-, or 4- wire

connection.

4. Attach the RTD to input terminals as shown in

Figure 11.

5. If necessary, you can toggle between

°

C or

°

F

temperature units by pressing

D

.

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