Thermopile detectors convert thermal potential differences into electric potential differences for contact and non-contact temperature sensing and presence sensing. They are cheap, interchangeable, have standard connectors, and can measure a wide range of temperatures. Our designs lend themselves easily to analog and digital systems.

Dexter Research pioneered the affordable infrared thermopile detector. Our thermopile detectors are accurate with ±0.5°C or better. Dexter’s products are 100% tested prior to shipping and display a remarkable reliability-durability curve.

Dexter Research Center announces the availability of the ST120, a small thermopile detector that offers high output in a silicon-based chip. Developed with Dexter’s industry-leading internal optimization program, the ST120 is believed to outperform any competitor with same active area.

The ST120 Four Channel Silicon Thermopile

Dexter Research Center announces the availability of “the flat pack”. This surface mount package allows for a lower profile than standard TO-5 packaging, the new device is a single-channel silicon-based thermopile in a LCC package for surface mount assembly. The company believes it to be the world’s best surface mount thermopile.

Under the leadership of President Robert S. Toth, Jr., Dexter Research Center enjoyed record growth and increased market share in 2005 as it met the challenge of global competitors and new and competitive priced products manufactured offshore.

Thanks to new products—including the world’s smallest infrared thermopile detector—aggressive marketing and industry-leading customer service, Dexter Research added 62 new customers from around the world and grew its revenue 22 per cent.

Dexter Research Center, Inc. has once again chosen the Sensors Expo and Conference, June 5-7, to unveil its latest products, the ST120 and its Surface Mount Package. The event has attracted more than 40 additional exhibitors over last year.

The ST120 Four-Channel Silicon Thermopile