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The multimeter in our lab has temperature measurement function. I am wondering how it works. Can it measure temperature of insulating materials or it just work for metal?
A multimeter measures temperature by using a temperature probe, which is an attachment that plugs into the multimeter. The probe contains a thermocouple or thermistor, which measures the temperature and converts it into an electrical signal that can be read by the multimeter.
No, not all multimeters are equipped to measure temperature. Multimeters that can measure temperature will have a temperature probe input and a temperature measurement function on the selector switch.
The accuracy of a multimeter's temperature measurement depends on the quality of the temperature probe and the calibration of the multimeter. Generally, most multimeters can measure temperature with an accuracy of +/- 1 degree Celsius or Fahrenheit.
The temperature range that a multimeter can measure varies depending on the model and type of temperature probe used. However, most multimeters can measure temperatures between -50 to 150 degrees Celsius or -58 to 302 degrees Fahrenheit.
Yes, most multimeters have the option to switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit units for temperature measurement. This can usually be done by pressing a button or flipping a switch on the multimeter.