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The small wind speed sensor (TP-MW Series) has achieved a compact size that is easy to embed in equipment and a fast response time by utilizing semiconductor technology. ■ Compact size of 48.0mm × 16.0mm as a wind speed measurement device ■ Excellent responsiveness, capable of instantly capturing changes in wind ■ Capable of measuring wind containing dust and moisture due to our unique mechanism ■ Usable for various applications by changing attachments (please consult us) While the potential applications are diverse, we believe that visualizing airflow in areas where embedding was previously impossible can lead to energy savings, preventive maintenance, and optimization of replacement and maintenance timing, connecting to IoT services and sensing solutions. Customization to suit your desired application is also possible, so please feel free to contact us.

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SEMITEC's unique thin-film thermistor "FT" can be installed near power semiconductor devices due to its high heat resistance. By detecting temperature with high precision and speed, it maximizes the capabilities of power semiconductors. Furthermore, it supports various mounting methods, making it suitable for power semiconductors and power modules. 【Features】 - High heat resistance: -40℃ to 250℃ ┗ Can be installed near power semiconductor devices - Thin profile: t=150μm ┗ Space-saving ┗ NTC thermistor film formed on an insulating substrate - Supports various connections 1) Wire bonding ┗ Aluminum wire, gold wire 2) Solder 3) Conductive adhesive - Back-side metallization compatible ┗ Can be soldered

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The "BS Sensor" is a temperature sensor capable of measuring high temperatures up to 200°C for large motors (automotive and machine tools). It features a thermistor housed in a rectangular resin case with a flat surface, allowing for use at high temperatures while ensuring good thermal response and mounting strength. 【Features】 - Measurement possible with a flat sensing surface - Temperature measurement of motor coils - Good thermal response - Case breakage load of over 200N For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.

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SEMITEC leverages its extensive lineup of thermistor elements and the design technology and manufacturing know-how of thermistor temperature sensors cultivated over many years to handle the design, manufacturing, and sales of various temperature sensors for automotive applications. We can accommodate sensors for engine control, car air conditioning, evaporators, coolant, IGBT, motors, batteries, inverters, and other custom requests. We also have numerous achievements in hybrid vehicles and EVs. Additionally, we are engaged in the development of sensors beyond temperature sensors, so if you have any issues with sensing, please feel free to consult SEMITEC.

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We supply thermistor sensors for OA equipment, including printers, copiers, scanners, projectors, fax machines, routers, and various other custom sensor processing. SEMITEC Corporation handles bulk sensors, thin-film sensors, and infrared sensors, which are widely used in various applications, primarily temperature sensors, in home appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators, OA equipment like printers and copiers, as well as in automobiles and medical devices.

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In the field of home appliances and residential equipment thermistors, we supply customized sensors for various applications including refrigerators, evaporator frost detection, warm water washing toilets, microwave ovens, rice cookers, and more. SEMITEC Corporation handles bulk sensors, thin-film sensors, and infrared sensors, primarily focusing on temperature sensors, which are used in a wide range of applications such as home appliances like air conditioners and refrigerators, office automation equipment like printers and copiers, as well as in automobiles and medical devices.

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SEMITEC's unique thin-film thermistor has achieved an extremely small size suitable for insertion into the body and high-precision sensing. It can be provided not only as a thermistor element for temperature detection but also in a state where ultra-fine lead wires are connected to the tiny element. It can be used for catheters and deep body temperature measurement.

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We have developed an odor sensor platform using a Quartz Crystal Microbalance (QCM) that can measure minute weights. It can be used as an odor sensor simply by forming an adsorption film for odors. Additionally, by forming a unique thin-film thermistor from SEMITEC, we can accurately compensate for the temperature dependence of the frequency in the QCM sensor, enabling easy and high-precision measurements. *For more details, please contact us or refer to the catalog.

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The small wind speed sensor under development can be made directional by combining attachments. We will design attachments according to the sensor's application and installation conditions and provide suggestions. Please feel free to consult us if you have any requests.

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We are developing a small wind speed sensor, the "TP-MW Series." It is a compact and fast-response wind speed sensor that utilizes semiconductor technology, making it easy to integrate into devices. By employing SEMITEC's unique mechanism, we have achieved a sensor that is robust against harsh environments such as dust and humidity. It can measure the intake air of devices and exhalation. Additionally, by changing the attachment, it can be used for various applications. If you have different size requirements, such as "I want it to be smaller!", please feel free to consult with us.

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We are developing a low wind speed sensor, the 'TP-MW-L3', with a sensitivity enhanced for detecting low wind speeds (below 3 m/s). Thanks to SEMITEC's unique technology, it is capable of sensing slight wind speeds that are difficult for humans to perceive. Additionally, by changing the attachment, it can be used for various applications. If you have different size requirements, such as "I want it to be smaller!", please feel free to consult with us.

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We are developing a small vacuum sensor, the "TP-V Series." It is a compact vacuum sensor designed to verify the airtightness of small spaces, such as vacuum insulation materials. Compared to conventional vacuum sensors and gauges, it achieves significant miniaturization, making it ideal for embedded applications. Additionally, it measures pressure using a thermal conduction method and includes a built-in compensation sensor, allowing for long-term use. Please feel free to consult us if you have requests for other applications.

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Proposal for sensors that link real biological and atmospheric information to virtual spaces (metaverse) and XR (VR, AR, MR) technologies. ■ Biological Information Temperature sensation, body temperature, breath, touch, cold sweat, stress... ■ Atmospheric Information Warmth, temperature, air circulation, wind, vibration, sunlight... *For more details, please contact us or refer to the catalog.

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SEMITEC will meet your sensing needs with our lineup of biometric sensors! We offer temperature sensors for thermometers and non-contact thermometers, as well as ultra-small types that can be embedded in catheters, flexible and ultra-thin types, and surface temperature sensor probes that can be mounted on wearable devices. Please consult us about thermal flow sensors for deep body temperature measurement, compact and fast-response breath sensors, biometric pressure sensors, and strain sensors. We propose applications that can meet the sensing needs of biological information by maximizing sensor performance. We also offer unique proposals for sensor needs that do not yet exist using SEMITEC's proprietary thin film and microfabrication technology. Please consult us about any unknown sensing challenges you may have.

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<Thermometer> ●ET-3H Achieves a more compact design than conventional products! It features very small temperature measurement errors due to the high-precision classification of thermistor characteristics. ●FT-ZM A unique product from SEMITEC! Created through the thin-film technology of thermistors that is not found in other companies! The characteristics of the thin-film thermistor "FT series," being "thin" and "compact," allow for surface contact with the measurement part, achieving a 70% increase in response speed compared to the conventional "ET-3H." <Catheters> ●Fμ Sensor Offering ultra-small sensors with diameters of 0.5 mm and 0.3 mm! This is a small and high-precision thermistor sensor created through thin-film technology and microfabrication technology. The development of the thin-film thermistor Fμ series not only allows for miniaturization but also incorporates trimming technology to ensure uniform thermistor characteristics, achieving high precision (characteristic tolerance ±0.3%). This product has a proven track record in medical (catheter) applications. <Ear Thermometer> ●Thermopile It can detect infrared radiation emitted from the eardrum, allowing for non-contact body temperature measurement! It is used in "ear thermometers" and also in forehead thermometers commonly seen during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The "SS Sensor" is a temperature sensor for wearable devices that measures surface body temperature "more quickly" and "more accurately." SEMITEC, which has been supplying thermistors for electronic thermometers for many years, has developed a temperature sensor suitable for wearable devices that measure skin surface temperature. By combining SEMITEC's unique compact thin-film thermistor with a metal case, it is possible to quickly and accurately capture temperature changes in the target object. 【Features】 ○ Accurate responsiveness ○ Customizable ○ Embedded products ○ Excellent thermal response ○ Proven track record with thermometer thermistors

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The FT thermistor is a unique thermistor developed by SEMITEC using thin-film technology. It is a thermistor that stands apart from conventional so-called "ceramic" manufacturing methods, featuring ultra-thin, ultra-small, and highly sensitive characteristics, as well as excellent heat resistance, making it suitable for various fields. It is adopted as a standard sensor in copiers and printers, has achieved significant results in healthcare applications such as thermometers, and is also used in medical catheters. Additionally, it is possible to obtain pairs of characteristics with high precision, leading to the development of a unique infrared non-contact temperature sensor (NC sensor) based on this technology, as well as new applications that break free from the traditional boundaries of thermistors. 【Features】 ○ Ultra-compact: 1.0mm×0.5mm×t0.15mm 　　　　　0.6mm×0.3mm×t0.15mm 　　　　　0.6mm×0.3mm×t0.10mm ○ High heat resistance: Max 350℃ ○ Fast response ○ High reliability

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The ultra-high precision "AP Thermistor" is a thermistor that enables high-precision temperature detection over a wide range by further improving the accuracy of conventional high-precision thermistors. It has an R25 and B25/85 tolerance of ±0.5%, making it ultra-high precision. The wide range with narrow deviation has a temperature tolerance of ±0.5°C in the range of -60°C to 70°C. It can be used in applications such as mobile devices, rechargeable battery packs, fan motors, automobiles, office automation equipment, home electronics, security devices, thermometers, measuring instruments, and other temperature detection purposes.

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High-precision AT thermistors have extremely small tolerances for resistance values and B constants (±1%) and are highly accurate thermistors. Their uniform shape allows for compatibility with automatic mounting. They exhibit minimal drift over time and high reliability. Applications include office automation equipment, measuring instruments, control devices, mobile devices, rechargeable battery packs, fan motors, HE equipment, heating and cooling systems, solar systems, security systems, thermometers, automobiles, vending machines, refrigerated showcases, and agricultural equipment.

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The high-temperature resistant "CT thermistor" features glass sealing and is a highly reliable, high-temperature axial thermistor. It is compatible with taping. Applications include HE equipment, heating and cooling devices, water heaters, kitchen equipment, solar systems, vending machines, refrigerated showcases, batteries, and refrigerators. SEMITEC Corporation handles bulk sensors, thin-film sensors, and infrared sensors, which are used in a wide range of applications including temperature sensors, home appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators, office equipment like printers and copiers, as well as in automobiles and medical devices.

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The high-sensitivity ET thermistor is a compact and highly sensitive thermistor. It has a small tolerance for resistance values and B constants, ensuring high precision. Its uniform shape allows for compatibility with automatic mounting. It exhibits minimal drift over time and high reliability. Applications include electronic thermometers, temperature measuring devices, medical equipment, control devices, portable devices, rechargeable battery packs, HE devices, warm water bidets, security systems, LCDs, and electric vehicles.

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The "JT Thermistor" is a compact and ultra-thin temperature sensor with a minimum length of 25mm and a maximum thickness of 500μm. It also excels in electrical insulation, making it safe to use in tight spaces or areas where it may come into contact with electrodes.

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The high-precision SMD angle chip "KT Thermistor" is a high-performance, high-reliability chip thermistor that achieves the basic characteristics of high-precision thermistors (resistance tolerance ±1%, B constant tolerance ±1%) according to EIAJ standards (sizes 1005 and 1608). It can be used in applications such as office automation equipment, communication devices, information equipment, mobile devices, rechargeable battery packs, LCDs, HICs, AV equipment, and more.

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NT thermistors are glass-encapsulated thermistors with high heat resistance and high sensitivity. They offer excellent responsiveness and, due to their stability from automated production, are highly reliable products that can be widely used in various applications.

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The CRD S series is a resin-sealed SMD package product for surface mounting. It has a lower mounting height than standard packages, allowing for the installation of thin LEDs without obstructing light. Additionally, we have added the "S-223T (22mA)" for high-brightness LEDs. Previously, the series had an upper limit of "S-183T (18mA)," which required multiple units for 20mA high-brightness LEDs, but with the "S-223T (22mA)," it is now possible to supply a constant current with a single component.

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The "CRD E Series" uses components that provide stable constant current characteristics in a compact size. It is a small device that employs a DO-35 style DHD (Double Heatsink Diode) structure with a DO35 (300mW) package. With hermetic sealing, it offers high reliability, and the materials used are inexpensive and suitable for mass production. Previously, the series had a maximum of "E-153 (15mA)," but now "E-183 (18mA)" has been added. This allows for the supply of a constant current that does not exceed the rated current, making it possible to stabilize the brightness of high-brightness LEDs rated at 20mA with a single component.

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The non-contact temperature sensor NC Sensor FP is a new type of non-contact temperature sensor that uses a miniature thermistor as a heat-sensitive element, making it suitable for various environments. It can be used in conditions where infrared sensors were previously not applicable. It is capable of detecting temperatures in thermal fixing rollers for OA equipment such as LBP and PPC, as well as in various rotating and moving parts of automobiles, the temperature of rotating parts of motors, high-pressure areas, and the temperature of chemicals and substances.

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The Power Thermistor D2 is a product that applies the characteristic of NTC thermistors (Negative Temperature Coefficient Thermistors), where the resistance value decreases sharply due to self-heating caused by current flow, resulting in a rise in temperature. It has successfully reduced manufacturing costs and is more affordable compared to conventional power thermistors. The obtained standard is UL1434 File NO.E92669 (excluding 1D2-22).

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Zenamic is the trademark name of SEMITEC for metal oxide varistors. Zenamic exhibits a large non-linear exponent and shows good varistor characteristics that can be approximated as a constant voltage characteristic, making it usable up to high current regions. It is very ideal as a surge absorber. This product is a ceramic body formed from a powder made primarily of ZnO (zinc oxide) with added additives, sintered at temperatures between 1,200 and 1,400°C.

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Zenamic is the trademark name of SEMITEC for metal oxide varistors. Zenamic exhibits a large non-linear exponent and shows good varistor characteristics that can be approximated as a constant voltage characteristic, making it usable up to high current ranges. It is very ideal as a surge absorber. This product is a ceramic body formed from a powder made primarily of ZnO (zinc oxide) with added additives, and it is sintered at temperatures between 1,200 and 1,400°C.

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Zenamic is the trademark name of SEMITEC for metal oxide varistors. Zenamic exhibits a large non-linear exponent and shows good varistor characteristics that can be approximated as a constant voltage characteristic, making it usable up to high current ranges. It is very ideal as a surge absorber. This product is a ceramic body formed from a powder made primarily of ZnO (zinc oxide) with added additives, sintered at temperatures between 1,200 and 1,400°C.

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Zenamic is the trademark name of SEMITEC for metal oxide varistors. Zenamic exhibits a large non-linear exponent and demonstrates good varistor characteristics that can be approximated as a constant voltage characteristic, making it usable up to high current ranges. It is very ideal as a surge absorber. This product is a ceramic body formed from a powder made primarily of ZnO (zinc oxide) with added additives, which is sintered at temperatures between 1,200 and 1,400°C.

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Zenamic is the trademark name of SEMITEC for metal oxide varistors. Zenamic exhibits a large non-linear index and shows good varistor characteristics that can be approximated as a constant voltage characteristic, making it usable up to high current ranges. It is very ideal as a surge absorber. This product is a ceramic body formed from a powder made primarily of ZnO (zinc oxide) with added additives, sintered at temperatures between 1,200 and 1,400°C.

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The silicon surge absorber VRD is a surge absorber developed to absorb steep surge voltages during startup. The VRD responds very quickly to surges due to the avalanche effect of the silicon junction, and its control voltage is sharp and largely independent of current, solving the issues faced by conventional surge absorbers, making it a high-performance and highly reliable device.

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The "Thermistor Chip for Optical Devices" utilizes Au electrodes and employs unique sensor technology to achieve high precision, high sensitivity, and long-term reliability. It can be used in applications such as optical communication equipment (optical transceivers, laser diodes) and various surface temperature detection. 【Main Specifications】 ■ Chip Size □ 0.40mm・t=0.25mm, □ 0.34mm・t=0.25mm (in development) □ 0.23mm・t=0.20mm (in development) □ 0.46mm・t=0.20mm (in development) □ 0.48mm・t=0.30mm (in development) ■ Characteristics Please refer to the documentation for details. ■ Operating Temperature Range: -40 to +150℃ Available in both double-sided electrode (for optical chip thermistors) and single-sided electrode (FT series) lineups. * For single-sided electrode (FT series), please refer to the following URL: https://www.ipros.jp/product/detail/2000387942?hub=149+1283113

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