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Thermal Analysis
B
Measuring Local Air Temperature
Measure local component ambient temperature by placing the
thermocouple downstream of the component. This method is conservative
since it includes heating of the air by the component. The following figure
illustrates one method of mounting the thermocouple.
Figure B-3. Measuring Local Air Temperature
Thermocouple
junction
PWB
Tape thermocouple wire to
top of component
Air flow