DFRobot Gravity CT1780 K-Type Thermocouple Amplifier

DFRobot Gravity CT1780 K-Type Thermocouple Amplifier makes monitoring an extreme temperature range from -270℃ to 1372℃ straightforward and scalable. This thermocouple amplifier utilizes the 1-wire protocol, allowing multiple sensors to be daisy-chained on a single data line for monitoring various zones in different applications. The Gravity CT1780 K-type thermocouple amplifier features an integrated DIP switch, further simplifying the identification of individual sensors in a multi-point network, making complex setups manageable. This thermocouple amplifier features a Gravity single bus communication interface and is compatible with 3.3V/5V controllers. The Gravity CT1780 K-type thermocouple amplifier accurately digitizes signals from a K-type thermocouple, providing 0.25℃ resolution. Typical applications include ceramic and pottery kilns, metal forging and smelting, DIY reflow oven, and scientific research.

DFRobot Gravity CT1780 K-Type Thermocouple Amplifier

The Gravity CT1780 K-type thermocouple amplifier design drastically simplifies system wiring, requiring only a single data line to connect multiple sensors to a host controller. This architecture is ideal for projects that demand temperature monitoring across several distributed points over a wide area, as it conserves microcontroller I/O pins and reduces wiring complexity.

Features

  • 14-bit resolution and 0.25°C digital high-resolution temperature measurement
  • -270℃ to 1372℃ extremely wide temperature measurement range
  • Compatible with 3.3V/5V controllers
  • Gravity single-wire interface and easy to connect

Applications

  • DIY reflow oven: build a precise temperature controller for surface-mount soldering
  • Ceramic and pottery kiln: monitor and log firing profiles to achieve perfect results
  • Metal forging and smelting: keep a close eye on furnace temperatures for blacksmithing or casting projects
  • Custom BBQ and smoker: create a multi-zone temperature logger for ultimate control over your cooking
  • Scientific research: accurately measure flame temperatures or chemical reactions in a lab environment

Specifications

  • 3.3V to 5.5V DC input voltage
  • K-type thermocouple
  • -40℃ to 125℃ operating temperature range of the amplifier board
  • ≤±2℃ temperature measurement error from -200℃ to 700℃
  • ±4℃ temperature measurement error from 700℃ to 1350℃
  • 44mm x 22mm amplifier board size

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DFRobot Gravity CT1780 K-Type Thermocouple Amplifier
Published: 2026-01-16 | Updated: 2026-01-26