{"title":"Fridge Temperature Sensors","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFridge Temperature Sensors for Home and Commercial Refrigeration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fridge temperature sensor tells your fridge's control board how cold the cabinet is, so it knows when to run the compressor, fans and defrost cycle. When a sensor fails, your fridge can run too warm, freeze food, run non-stop or show an error code. Fast Fridge Spares supplies \u003cstrong\u003efridge temperature sensors\u003c\/strong\u003e for household fridges, freezers, bar fridges, display fridges and coolrooms, delivered from our NSW warehouse Australia-wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypes of Fridge Temperature Sensors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefrigerator temperature sensors (thermistors):\u003c\/strong\u003e the main sensor in the fresh food compartment that reports cabinet temperature to the control board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreezer temperature sensors:\u003c\/strong\u003e monitor the freezer compartment and help keep it at around −18 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFridge defrost sensors:\u003c\/strong\u003e sit on the evaporator coil and tell the board when frost has melted, so the defrost heater switches off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNTC temperature probes:\u003c\/strong\u003e replacement probes for digital controllers such as Elitech, Dixell and Carel, used in coolrooms, display fridges and commercial refrigeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow a Fridge Thermistor Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost modern fridges use an NTC (negative temperature coefficient) thermistor. As the temperature drops, its resistance goes up. The control board reads that resistance and converts it into a temperature. Common sensor values are 2 kΩ, 5 kΩ and 10 kΩ at 25 °C, so always match the rating of your old sensor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSigns You Need a Fridge Temperature Sensor Replacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSymptom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLikely sensor cause\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat to check\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFridge too warm or too cold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFridge sensor giving a wrong reading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTest sensor resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompressor runs non-stop or barely runs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensor reading out of range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompare reading with the resistance chart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eError code on the display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensor open or shorted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLook up the code in your manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIce build-up on the freezer back wall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFailed defrost sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTest the defrost sensor and heater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreezer not freezing, fan running\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreezer or defrost sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTest both sensors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Test Fridge Temperature Sensor Resistance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn off and unplug the fridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisconnect the sensor and set a multimeter to resistance (Ω).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure across the two wires and note the temperature of the sensor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare the reading with your fridge's resistance chart. A reading of zero (short) or infinite (open) means the sensor has failed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a quick check, place the sensor in iced water. Its resistance should rise steadily as it cools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFridge Temperature Sensor Price\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost fridge temperature sensors cost between about \u003cstrong\u003e$15 and $55\u003c\/strong\u003e, while brand-specific sensor kits cost more. A replacement sensor is usually a low-cost fix compared with a new control board or a new fridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Choose the Right Replacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch the part number printed on the old sensor, or your fridge's model number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the resistance rating (for example 10 kΩ at 25 °C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare the cable length, probe size and connector type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor digital controllers, check the probe type the controller accepts (NTC or PTC).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which sensor you need? Send us your fridge model number and a photo of the old sensor through our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fastfridgespares.com.au\/pages\/find-your-part\"\u003eFind Your Part\u003c\/a\u003e page. Fridge sensors connect to 240V control systems, so they should be fitted by a licensed refrigeration mechanic or electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed parts for the same repair? Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fastfridgespares.com.au\/collections\/defrost-timers-thermostats\"\u003edefrost thermostats and timers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fastfridgespares.com.au\/collections\/fridge-defrost-heaters\"\u003efridge defrost heaters\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fastfridgespares.com.au\/collections\/refrigeration-temperature-controllers\"\u003ecoolroom controllers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"temperature-controller-digital-display-ek-3030-low-temp-medium-temp-coolroom","title":"Elitech EK-3030 Digital Coolroom Temperature Controller (Low \u0026 Medium Temp)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDIGITAL DISPLAY TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER EK-3030 LOW TEMP \u0026amp; MEDIUM TEMP.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUsed to Coolroom, freezer room, bench fridges, pizza prep fridges, display fridges, drinks fridges and all\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCommercial refrigeration equipment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100.08%; 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