What is the correct circuit symbol for a thermistor?

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The discussion centers on the variations of the circuit symbol for thermistors, with participants noting different preferences and usages. One common version features a horizontal line rising from the bottom left to the top right, while others prefer a resistor symbol with an arrow. Vishay's thermistor symbol includes a circle and a note indicating resistance at a specific temperature. There is some confusion regarding the use of symbols for metal-oxide varistors (MOVs) and variable resistors. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the lack of a universally accepted symbol for thermistors, suggesting that orientation may not be critical.
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I came across a few variations of the circuit symbol for thermistor. I've attached one below.
I'm more used to the version with horizontal line at bottom left and rise to the top right. Is there any fixed or correct version? Or are all equally correct? i.e. the orientation of the line doesn't matter?
 

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xunxine said:
I came across a few variations of the circuit symbol for thermistor. I've attached one below.
I'm more used to the version with horizontal line at bottom left and rise to the top left. Is there any fixed or correct version? Or are all equally correct? i.e. the orientation of the line doesn't matter?

I use that symbol for MOVs (metal-oxide varistors for surge clamping). I prefer more of a resistor symbol with an arrow through it for a thermistor.

Vishay seems to use that symbol for their thermistors, though.
 
Seems like we always drew a circle around it and made a note of the resistance @ temp.
 
Corrected above: I'm more used to the version with horizontal line at bottom left and rise to the top right.

For the diagram of resistor with an arrow through it, i learned it as a variable resistor or rheostat.
I didn't know there's a symbol for MOVs.
 
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