The PHFS-09e from FluxTeq is a thin, large surface area sensor that is perfect for measuring heat or R-values on walls and building envelopes. It has high sensitivity, robust thanks to its metal foil encapsulation, is inexpensive, and is NIST traceable.
Feature Highlights
- Thermal monitoring of buildings and insulation
- In-situ R-value measurements
- R&D
- Thermal energy efficiency
- Heat transfer education
Features and Specifications
Can be used for various applications such as measuring energy efficiency of buildings, R-value measurements, R&D, and use in teaching heat transfer concepts.
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| Sensor Type |
Differential-Temperature Thermopile |
| Encapsulation Material |
Copper (other materials available) |
| Nominal Sensitivity |
Approx. 70–90 mV/(W/cm2) |
| Sensor thickness (t) |
600 microns |
| Heat Flux Range |
+/- 150 kW/m2 |
| Temperature Range |
-50 to +120 ºC |
| Response Time |
0.9 Seconds |
| Sensor Surface Thermocouple |
Type-T Thermocouple |
| Sensing Area Dimensions |
3.45" x 3.75" (8.8 cm x 9.5 cm) |
| Cost |
$250 for single sensor (volume and university discounts available) |
