Product Description
This temperature sensor is a Compatible Replacement for Hayward Aqualogic, AquaPlus, ProLogic, and many other automation systems. This sensor comes with a 15 foot cord to make installation easy anywhere, and an O-Ring to ensure a watertight seal on piping applications.
Specification
| Part number | GLX-PC-12-KIT |
| Temperature range | -58 to 230 °F (-50 to 110 °C) |
| Cable length | 15 feet |
| Probe type |
Cylindrical |
Features
High Accuracy and Fast Response
Typically using an NTC (negative temperature coefficient) thermistor as the core sensing element, these sensors provide highly accurate temperature readings (typically within ±0.5°C).
Designed to react sensitively to temperature changes, they can quickly detect even small variations in water temperature, enabling the control system to make timely adjustments.
Excellent Corrosion Resistance and Sealing
The sensor housing is typically made of corrosion-resistant materials (such as stainless steel, engineered plastic, or Teflon), providing long-term resistance to chlorine, bromine, salt (for saltwater pools), and other chemicals found in pool water.
Watertight sealing with an IP68 rating or higher ensures that the internal electronics are completely isolated from water and moisture, ensuring stable operation even under high-pressure water jets or prolonged immersion.
Wide Temperature Measurement Range
Designed specifically for pool environments, the sensor typically has a measurement range of 0°C to 60°C, fully meeting all application scenarios from freezing cold to hot tub temperatures.
Rugged Construction
To withstand the physical impact of installation, cleaning, and maintenance, sensors typically feature a rugged housing and durable cables that can withstand some pulling and bending.
Easy Installation and Integration
Standard products typically come with pre-wired cables and standard connectors (such as quick-connect plugs) for easy connection to designated ports on pool control boxes, heaters, or smart controllers.
Common installation methods include using a mounting bracket to secure to a pipe with steady water flow (such as the return line after a filter pump) or directly submerging it in the pool.
Long-Term Stability and Reliability
High-quality temperature sensors are designed for 24/7 operation and offer a long service life with minimal reading drift, ensuring stable performance year after year.
Applications
Automatic Temperature Control (Core Application)
Linked to a pool heater (gas or electric) or heat pump, sensors provide real-time water temperature feedback to the controller. When the water temperature falls below the set point, the controller automatically activates the heating equipment and automatically shuts it off when the set temperature is reached, achieving a "constant temperature pool."
Intelligent Energy Saving Management
Many intelligent control systems utilize temperature sensor data to implement energy-saving features. For example:
Solar Heating Priority: The system prioritizes solar heat and activates auxiliary heaters only when solar power is insufficient.
Timer-Linked to Temperature: This allows heating at night when electricity prices are lower, or automatically lowers the set temperature when the pool is unoccupied, saving energy.
Freeze Protection: In cold regions, when sensors detect that the water temperature is near freezing (e.g., below 5°C), the pool control system automatically activates the circulation pump to keep the water flowing, preventing pipes and equipment from bursting due to ice formation.
Remote Monitoring and Alarms: When integrated into a smart home or networked pool control system, users can remotely check the current pool water temperature via a mobile app or website.
The system can set temperature threshold alerts, for example, to notify users when a heating system failure causes abnormal water temperature.
Data Logging and Analysis
This system records historical pool temperature data, helping users analyze energy consumption, assess heating system efficiency, and provide data support for maintenance.
Interaction with Other Devices
In some advanced systems, water temperature can be used as a trigger for other devices. For example, when the water temperature reaches a certain level, the cooling system (for cooling pools) can be automatically activated, or water lighting can be activated to create an ambiance.
