Insights & Regulations

Benefits of Field‑Replaceable Sensor Tips

6/2/2016

When selecting a humidity sensor, we recommend choosing one with a field replaceable tip. Why are we recommending this? A field replaceable tip is easy to replace and allows the end-user to swap the sensor on-site without having to calibrate the unit or remove it from its mount.

We recommend sensors with field replaceable tips for the following reasons:

Low Cost	No calibration fees Lower cost than purchasing an entire new sensor
No Need For Field Calibration	Replaceable tips eliminate time consuming and costly field calibration while reducing downtime during service intervals No calibration is needed because each new sensor module is computer calibrated at the factory before shipping
Minimal Maintenance	Disposable Easily replaceable (Remove sensor tip without uninstalling entire unit) Need to replace tips approximately every 5 years
Sensor tips easily replaceable for wall, duct and outdoor units	For duct and outside air applications the sensor module can be replaced without removing the unit or disconnecting the wiring conduit Simply remove the cover to replace a wall mount sensor module

Learn more Setra's humidity sensors with field replaceable tips.