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Cargo Heating Sensor Calibration

Cargo-heating RTD sensor calibration check - max 2 °C offset vs portable thermometer for accurate heating control.

HeatingSensorCalibration
Offset
2.0°C
Status
Within tolerance

Formula, assumptions, and limits

RTD drift 0.5 °C/year typical. Calibrate against traceable standard annually. Pit corrosion of pocket on HFO tanks common - inspect at docking.

Symbol legend

SymbolMeaningUnitSource
Fixed tank RTD reading°Ctank sensor
Portable calibrated thermometer°Ctank gauge