Thermopile Radiation Sensor

From UO Physics Demonstration Catalog

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Description:

A sensor that converts thermal radiation to a voltage. Works best when connected to the Keithly Electrometer. When the sensor is directed at a warm or hot surface a positive voltage is observed. When it is pointed at a cold surface, like a beaker of ic e water, a negative voltage is observed.

Location:

  • Drawer 53