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Specifying Temperature Sensors for Hazardous Areas
How do you know what temperature sensor to choose when operating in an environment where the slightest spark can cause an explosion? This paper first
Integrating Thin-Film Sensors into Polyimide Heaters
Having discrete sensors and heaters can complicate thermal management. In ideal configurations, a heater heats a heat sink and a sensor attaches to the sink
The Complexity of Sensor Selection
Of all the environmental parameters, temperature is the most commonly measured. But choosing the right type of temperature sensor for your application isn’t as simple
The Answer Isn’t Always Rigid Flex
Rigid flex printed circuit boards (PCBs) provide significant advantages—flexibility, lightness and durability. These types of PCBs have now become more mainstream as high reliability and
The Drivers Behind Higher Cost Rigid Flex PCBs
Rigid flex printed circuit boards (PCBs) typically cost 7x as much as a tradition PCBs and 2-3x more than flex PCBs. Why is this? Simply
Pivoting from Flex to Rigid Flex Isn’t as Seamless as it Sounds
The global rigid flex printed circuit board (PCB) market is skyrocketing and more companies are expected to turn to rigid flex components in their finished
Comparing Low-Temperature Cut-Outs in Unit Ventilators and Air Handling Units
Industrial, commercial, office and educational settings continue to use advanced unit ventilators to meet air quality standards. But the maintenance and resulting lifecycle costs of
How Does Minco Build Quality into the Entire Process? Our Quality Leaders Explain.
From a firm commitment to shipping quality products to looking after the safety and well-being of employees, the concept of “quality” has been a
Vapor Envelope™: Thinner, Lighter, Faster Thermal Management for Tomorrow’s Electronics
In electronic technologies, thermal management can mean the difference between optimal performance and product failure. As devices get lighter and thinner, their components are
Minco Miles Above: How Our Heaters Maintain Mission-Critical Aerospace Performance
You already know you can find Minco heaters in some of the most essential applications on Earth — but you can also find them miles
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Decades of Experience, Unmatched Expertise: Minco Flexible Heaters for Space Exploration
For nearly 50 years, Minco has been at the forefront of thermal innovation, delivering solutions that define reliability and precision in space exploration. With a proven track
Minco Glass-on-Ceramic Wire-Wound RTD Elements
Minco’s Glass-on-Ceramic Wire-Wound RTD Elements offer unparalleled performance for a variety of demanding applications – now available with shorter lead times! Here’s why Glass-on-Ceramic is
New Temperature Sensors for use in Aerospace!
Aviation is one of the most demanding environments for technology. Aircraft components must perform reliably under extreme conditions, from the high, icy altitudes of flight
New Products Added to Our Popular Thermal Ribbon Product Offering!
In our ongoing commitment to advancing temperature sensing technology, Minco is proud to introduce four new Thermal Tabs to our existing product offering. These new
Non-Metallic Case Miniature Sensors
Non-metallic case miniature sensors are designed for easy installation for industrial and commercial applications. These sensors can be installed directly into drilled holes in components
RTD vs Thermocouple
Choosing the Right Temperature Sensor: RTD Sensors vs Thermocouples When it comes to temperature measurement, selecting the right sensor is crucial for accurate and reliable
Type K Thermocouple Overview
In the world of temperature measurement, accuracy is key, and one stalwart in this field is the Type K thermocouple. As industries demand reliable and
Comparative Analysis of All-Polyimide (AP), Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP), and Acrylic (WA) Flexible Heaters for Space Flight Applications
In the vast expanse of space, where extreme temperatures, vacuum conditions, and radiation are the norm, maintaining the functionality of sensitive instruments is paramount. Flexible
Expanded Certifications for Hazardous Area Temperature Sensor Assemblies
Hazardous area certifications have been developed to protect people and equipment from ignition of explosive gases, flammable liquids, and the less well-known combustible dusts (grain
Vapor Envelope® Vapor Chamber
Minco has developed a new product that we call a Vapor Envelope® vapor chamber, an evolution thinner and lighter than traditional heat spreaders. This provides a
Specifying Temperature Sensors for Hazardous Areas
How do you know what temperature sensor to choose when operating in an environment where the slightest spark can cause an explosion? This paper first
Integrating Thin-Film Sensors into Polyimide Heaters
Having discrete sensors and heaters can complicate thermal management. In ideal configurations, a heater heats a heat sink and a sensor attaches to the sink
