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TEMP TXTemperature measuring transducer: original educational illustration
Symbols

Temperature measuring transducer

A temperature transducer converts a documented temperature-sensor input into an instrument signal. The drawing identifies sensor type, conductor arrangement, supply and output loop.

Drawing use
SLD / Schematic
Application
Metering & protection
Reference family
Manufacturer

A distinction that matters

A transducer converts a measurement signal; a temperature switch produces a discrete condition.

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PCSPower converter / inverter: original educational illustration
Symbols

Power converter / inverter

A power converter changes electrical power between the circuit forms specified for its application. In a battery energy storage system, a power conversion system commonly provides the interface between DC storage and an AC system. Direction of power flow and operating capabilities are product-specific.

Drawing use
SLD / Schematic
Application
Microgrid systems
Reference family
IEC / IEEE / ANSI

A distinction that matters

Inverter, converter and PCS can denote different equipment boundaries. Define what is included in the represented assembly.

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