Seebeck effect
PrintThe basic operating principle of thermocouples where thermal energy is converted to electric energy. This effect is not dependent of a junction of two dissimilar materials, but is a function of any electrical conductor. A thermocouple circuit contains two junctions of two dissimilar metals.
The Seebeck effect should not be confused with the Peltier and Thomseon effects, which are ways in which heat is transported by electrical current.
Additional References
Helpful Web Sites:
- Measuring Temperature with Thermocouples: Fundamentals
- Measuring Temperature with Thermocouples: How-To Guide
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