IEC 60751
RTD Lead Error Calculator
Calculate temperature measurement error from RTD lead wire resistance.
For reference only — verify calculations against your instrument specifications and site requirements. Assumes matched copper lead conductors.
RTD Configuration
2-wire Wiring
RTD Sensor Transmitter ┌───────┐ ┌───────────┐ │ Rt │──────────│ I+ │ │ │ Lead R │ │ │ │──────────│ I- │ └───────┘ └───────────┘
Both lead resistances add directly to the RTD reading. No compensation.
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