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Indoor and Outdoor Temperature Sensor for Pig Houses

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Product Name Indoor and Outdoor Temperature Sensor for Pig Houses
Product Image indoor and outdoor temperature sensor for pig houses
Product Overview The Indoor and Outdoor Temperature Sensor for Pig Houses is designed for continuous temperature measurement in commercial swine buildings and livestock environmental control systems. Its compact sealed construction is suitable for demanding farm conditions where dust, humidity, wash-down procedures and daily temperature fluctuations are common.

The sensor can be installed inside pig houses to monitor animal-zone temperatures or outdoors to provide reference temperature data for climate controllers. When connected to a compatible environmental controller, the measured temperature can be used as an input for ventilation, heating, cooling and alarm management.

It is suitable for new pig farm construction, renovation of existing livestock buildings, centralized climate-control projects and replacement of temperature sensing components in compatible control systems.
Key Features
  • Suitable for both indoor and outdoor temperature measurement.
  • Robust sealed construction for demanding livestock-house environments.
  • IP67 protection for resistance to dust and water ingress.
  • Suitable for pig house ventilation and environmental control systems.
  • Compact probe design simplifies installation in animal houses and technical areas.
  • Two-wire connection provides straightforward integration with compatible controllers.
  • Stable temperature feedback supports automatic fan, heater and cooling control.
  • Suitable for commercial pig farms, breeding farms and livestock construction projects.
  • Sensor configuration and cable requirements can be selected according to project requirements.
Structural Components
  • Temperature Sensing Element: Detects changes in ambient temperature and provides a corresponding electrical characteristic to the controller.
  • Protective Probe Housing: Encapsulates the sensing element and protects it against farm dust, moisture and mechanical exposure.
  • Sealed Cable Entry: Helps maintain reliable environmental protection around the sensor connection.
  • Two-Wire Cable: Provides connection between the sensor and a compatible livestock climate controller.
  • Mounting Position: The compact probe can be installed at representative indoor monitoring points or suitable protected outdoor locations.
Working Principle / Structural Principle The sensing element responds to changes in surrounding air temperature by changing its electrical characteristics. A compatible livestock climate controller interprets this signal and converts it into temperature information for environmental management.

The controller can then use the measured indoor or outdoor temperature as part of its control strategy for ventilation stages, variable-speed fans, air inlets, heating equipment, cooling systems and temperature alarms. Indoor sensors should be positioned where they represent the actual animal-zone climate rather than localized heat, cold drafts or direct airflow from equipment.
Technical Specifications
Product Type Livestock house temperature sensor
Measurement Application Indoor and outdoor air temperature
Temperature Range -40°C to +100°C for the referenced sensor configuration
Measurement Accuracy ±0.5°C for the referenced sensor configuration
Protection Rating IP67 for the referenced sensor configuration
Connection 2-wire connection
Standard Cable Reference Approximately 1.5 m on the referenced configuration
Installation Position Indoor animal house or outdoor reference measurement point
Controller Compatibility According to project requirements and controller input specifications
Cable Length Customizable or available upon request, subject to system requirements
Application Environment Designed according to local climate and farm conditions
Applications
  • Farrowing houses and sow units
  • Nursery and weaner pig houses
  • Finishing and fattening pig buildings
  • Breeding and gilt development facilities
  • Indoor temperature zones in mechanically ventilated pig houses
  • Outdoor reference temperature measurement
  • Livestock ventilation and climate-control systems
  • Heating and cooling control systems
  • Temperature alarm and environmental monitoring systems
  • Steel structure livestock buildings and turnkey pig farm projects
Customization Options Sensor solutions can be configured according to the climate-control architecture and electrical requirements of the pig farm project. Available options may include cable length, connector arrangement, mounting accessories, controller matching and installation accessories.

For complete pig house construction projects, the sensor layout can also be planned according to house dimensions, animal production stage, ventilation design, local climate and the environmental controller selected for the project. Final electrical characteristics and compatibility should be confirmed before ordering.
Installation & Maintenance Indoor Installation: Install the sensor at a representative location in the pig house where it can measure the actual animal-zone environment. Avoid locations immediately beside heaters, cooling pads, ventilation inlets, exhaust fans, doors or other sources that may create abnormal local temperatures.

Outdoor Installation: Position the sensor where it can measure representative outdoor air temperature. Protection from direct solar radiation is recommended where necessary so that solar heating does not distort the ambient temperature reading.

Wiring: Route the sensor cable separately from high-power motor cables and other potential sources of electrical interference where practical. Electrical installation should follow the requirements of the selected climate controller.

Maintenance: Inspect the probe, cable and connection points periodically. Remove accumulated dust and contamination as required. Check sensor readings against a reliable reference if abnormal climate-control behavior is observed.
Project Cases Typical project configurations include one or more indoor temperature sensors distributed through long commercial pig houses together with an outdoor reference sensor connected to the central climate controller.

In multi-house pig farm projects, temperature sensors can be integrated into independent house controllers or centralized farm environmental management systems. The quantity and installation positions should be determined according to building length, ventilation zones, production stages and control strategy.
Product FAQ Q1: Can this sensor be used both inside and outside a pig house?
Yes. The sensor is suitable for both indoor livestock-house temperature measurement and outdoor reference temperature monitoring when installed correctly.

Q2: Can the sensor connect to a pig house climate controller?
Yes, provided that the electrical characteristics of the sensor match the controller input. Controller compatibility should be confirmed before ordering.

Q3: Can it be used to control ventilation fans and heaters directly?
The temperature sensor normally supplies measurement information to a compatible climate controller. The controller then manages fans, heaters, air inlets, cooling equipment or alarms according to its programmed settings.

Q4: Where should an indoor sensor be installed?
It should be positioned at a representative monitoring point within the livestock environment and away from direct heaters, strong drafts, cooling equipment and other localized temperature influences.

Q5: How should an outdoor temperature sensor be installed?
Select a representative outdoor location and protect the sensing point from abnormal heat sources and direct solar radiation where required by the project.

Q6: Is the sensor suitable for humid pig house conditions?
The referenced sensor configuration has an IP67 protection rating and is designed for demanding livestock environments. Correct cable routing, electrical connections and installation practices remain important for long-term reliability.

Q7: Can the cable length or installation accessories be customized?
Cable and accessory configurations can be supplied according to project requirements, subject to sensor and controller compatibility.
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