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Temperature control method for positive temperature coefficient type heating element

US7256371B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 18, 2005
Grant dateAug 14, 2007
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Expiry dateMar 18, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF02P19/025
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A controller adapted to control the temperature of a heating elements with a wide range of positive temperature coefficient of resistance, including very low values, using a sensor in line with the heating element. The controller is able to take account of non-constant mains power supplies and variation in the element resistance over time.

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