Method and circuit arrangement for monitoring and limiting the operating temperature of electrically heated equipment, as well as the use of the method

摘要

A method and apparatus for monitoring and limiting the operational temperature of physical and technical equipment includes supplying a heating device with at least one test pulse of energy and the effect of the test pulse on the temperature course of the equipment is compared to a characteristic operating line that is to be monitored. The comparison dictates where further energy can be supplied to the device or whether the energy supply is to be switched off. Such monitoring and control can be carried out periodically, without interrupting the operation of the equipment. The invention can be used to monitor the degree to which a heater is filled with a heat transfer medium; and is also able to detect impermissible heat dissipation levels.