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Sensors on the wall, in the floor or specialist sensors

thimble temperature sensor sensor range

In order to control the temperature of a room, it is necessary to measure the temperature in an area that is representative of the overall space. It is normal to locate the sensor approximately 0.8 - 1.5 metres from the floor, on a wall that is not influenced by the sun or draughts. As this is going to be visible, it is important that the sensors fit in sympathetically with the decor in the room.

We have some examples of the thimble sensors that we normally use shown here, with the nib of a pen to show some idea of scale. As you can see, these units are quite small and should be able to be suitably located on the wall very unobtrusively.

Normally, underfloor heating is controlled by air temperature sensors. These should be mounted at normal switch plate height (between 0.8 to 1.5m from floor level) so that they read a representative temperature. Mounting air sensors near the floor or ceiling will not work as effectively.

underfloor sensor location

For floors with a stone or tiled finish, particularly in bathrooms, it is recommended to fit a sensor buried in the floor, underneath the final finish tiles or slabs, in addition to an air temperature sensor. This allows the floor to be kept warm, even when the air temperature is satisfied. Although this will result in the set air temperature being exceeded, many people find this preferable to walking on a cold stone floor (especially if they have stepped out of a hot bath or shower).

For electric underfloor heating it is essential in most cases for floor sensors to be fitted to every floor zone, in addition to the air sensor. Unlike wet heating, where the temperature of the water is carefully controlled, and hence it is impossible to generate dangerous surface temperatures, electric heating elements can cause the floor to become uncomfortably warm. Using floor sensors, we can set both minimum and maximum temperatures for the floor.

smartModules can also be used to control the temperature in swimming pools and spa pools, allowing all the features of display and adjustment that the smartkontrols system can provide.

smartModules can also be used, in conjunction with the appropriate sensors or systems to monitor or control almost anything, for example monitoring fire alarms, water and gas leak detection, CO or even air quality.