ASTM E879

This specification covers the classification, testing, and corresponding requirements for negative-temperature-coefficient thermistor-type sensors intended to be used for clinical laboratory temperature measurements or control, or both, within a specified range. This specification also covers the detailed requirements for ASTM designated sensors.

This abstract is a brief summary of the referenced standard. It is informational only and not an official part of the standard; the full text of the standard itself must be referred to for its use and application. ASTM does not give any warranty express or implied or make any representation that the contents of this abstract are accurate, complete or up to date.

1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers the general requirements for negative temperature coefficient thermistor-type sensors intended to be used for clinical laboratory temperature measurements or control, or both, within the range from -10 to 105 °C.

1.2 This specification also covers the detailed requirements for ASTM designated sensors.

This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents

E344 Terminology Relating to Thermometry and Hydrometry
E563 Practice for Preparation and Use of an Ice-Point Bath as a Reference Temperature
F29 Specification for Dumet Wire for Glass-to-Metal Seal Applications

Index Terms

clinical; laboratory; sensor; temperature; thermistor; ICS Number Code 17.200.20

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