1.1 This specification covers the general requirements for Negative Temperature Coefficient (NTC) thermistor-type sensors intended to be used for laboratory temperature measurements or control, or both, within the range from −10 °C to 105 °C.
1.2 This specification also covers the detailed requirements for ASTM designated sensors.
1.3 This specification also covers the requirements for general purpose, Negative Temperature Coefficient (NTC) thermistor-type sensors intended for use with Digital Contact Thermometers (also known as Digital Thermometers) within the range from –50 °C to +150 °C.
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.5 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM E879-20 Referenced Document
ANSI/NCSL Z540.3-2006 Requirements for the Calibration of Measuring and Test Equipment*, 2024-04-20 Update
ASTM E1502 Standard Guide for Use of Freezing-Point Cells for Reference Temperatures
ASTM E1750 Standard Guide for Use of Water Triple Point Cells
ASTM E2488 Standard Guide for the Preparation and Evaluation of Liquid Baths Used for Temperature Calibration by Comparison*, 2022-11-15 Update
ASTM E344 Terminology Relating to Thermometry and Hydrometry*, 2023-12-01 Update
ASTM E563 Standard Practice for Preparation and Use of an Ice-Point Bath as a Reference Temperature
ASTM F29 Standard Specification for Dumet Wire for Glass-to-Metal Seal Applications*, 2022-05-01 Update
ASTM E879-20 history
2020ASTM E879-20 Standard Specification for Thermistor Sensors for General Purpose and Laboratory Temperature Measurements
2012ASTM E879-12 Standard Specification for Thermistor Sensors for General Purpose and Laboratory Temperature Measurements
2001ASTM E879-01(2007) Standard Specification for Thermistor Sensors for Clinical Laboratory Temperature Measurements
2001ASTM E879-01 Standard Specification for Thermistor Sensors for Clinical Laboratory Temperature Measurements
2001ASTM E879-93 Standard Specification for Thermistor Sensors for Clinical Laboratory Temperature Measurements