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This section provides an overview for hot wire anemometers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 13 hot wire anemometer manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked hot wire anemometer companies as of April, 2025: 1.Omega Engineering, Inc., 2.Testo SE & Co. KGaA, 3.Industrial Physics.
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The hot wire anemometer is an instrument that measures wind velocity by using the principle that the hot wire inside the probe is cooled by the wind when the probe is exposed to wind.
Anemometers include vane anemometers and pitot anemometers, but hot wire anemometers are more suitable for indoor measurements where the temperature changes less than with other types of anemometers. The smaller probe size also allows for measurements in tight spaces.
Hot wire anemometers are primarily used indoors, such as for maintenance management of air conditioning systems and environmental evaluation of clean rooms. The probe, equipped with a sensor, is connected to the main unit by a cable and placed near air vents for measurement.
These devices often measure not only air velocity but also air volume and temperature. However, dust and debris often adhere to the hot wire, affecting the measurement, so periodic maintenance and calibration are necessary.
There are two types of hot wire anemometers: constant temperature and constant current. The constant temperature type maintains a consistent wire temperature, while the constant current type maintains a consistent current. The constant temperature type is more common due to its superior feedback control.
Hot wire anemometers use the cooling of a heated metal wire to determine wind velocity. The stronger the wind, the more the wire cools, and wind speed is determined by the relationship between wind intensity and heat dissipation. This principle is based on King's law, stating that heat loss is proportional to the square root of wind speed.
As hot wire anemometers measure wind velocity based on temperature changes, temperature compensation is necessary to account for wind temperature variations. This is achieved by incorporating a temperature-responsive element and adjusting the heating temperature of the anemometer element in response to wind temperature changes.
Hot wire anemometers are known for their fast response time due to the small size of the probe and its low heat capacity. Omni-directional probes are available for measuring wind speed without concern for the probe's direction. However, accurate calibration is crucial for reliable measurements.
Other anemometer types include Pitot tube anemometers, which measure wind speed from the pressure difference, and vane wheel wind velocity sensors, which calculate velocity based on the number of rotations of a vane wheel. The choice of anemometer depends on the specific application requirements.
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Vernier Software & Technology is a manufacturer of science education technologies headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon. Founded in 1981, the company primarily provides laboratory equipment, sensors, and software to clients in education, research and development, engineering, and design. The company also offers technology used in environmental science, as well as precision measurement tools for project design to clients including Garmin, LEGO Education, Seacoast Science, and Texas Instruments. Among its services, Vernier Software & Technology offers support and training for educators using its products.
Traceable was established in 1978 and is headquartered in Webster, Texas, US, as a manufacturer and designer of serialized, calibrated, and certified Traceable lab instruments. The product portfolio includes thermometers, barometers, hygrometers, manometers, controllers, timers, clocks, stopwatches, and lab tools. These products find applications in diverse fields, serving purposes such as temperature and atmospheric pressure measurement, humidity monitoring, pressure measurements, process control, timekeeping, and laboratory analysis. These products are utilized across various industries, including healthcare, laboratory, and industrial sectors, as well as in biopharmaceutical industries.
General Tools, founded in 1922, is a manufacturer and supplier of precision measurement and inspection tools based in the United States. The company has a wide network and offers a range of products for industries such as construction, woodworking, and engineering. They provide tradesmen, craftsmen and DIYers around the world with a broad assortment of specialized tools that enhance productivity, inspire creativity, accelerate a side hustle or simply help check items off the task list around the house. Their tools can be found in hardware, mass retail, farm/ag and specialty stores, as well as online.
Sper Scientific Ltd. was founded in 1982 and is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, USA, as a manufacturer of environmental measurement instruments. The product portfolio of the company comprises Bluetooth anemometers, weather ball barometers, multi IAQ monitors, Bluetooth hygrometers, and portable handheld vibration meters. The products provide real-time weather data, monitor indoor air quality, regulate humidity in HVAC systems, and diagnose vibration-related issues in machinery. The company serves various industries, such as food and beverage, building inspection, industrial hygiene, oil and gas, and laboratories.
OMEGA Engineering Inc., founded in Norwalk, CT, in 1962 is a manufacturer of products used to measure temperature and humidity, flow and level, and pressure. The company's product portfolio includes thermocouple probes and assemblies, pressure gauges and switches, and air velocity measurement systems, wireless systems and portable optic sensors. The company serves markets including Automotive and Electric Vehicles, Renewable Energy and Energy Storage and Electronics and IT Infrastructure. The company also offers customer services that include support, custom research projects and customized services.
Test Equipment Depot, incorporated in 1992 and based in Woburn, Massachusetts, is a distributor of electronic testing and measurement equipment. The company specializes in offering various instruments and tools for industries including electronics, telecommunications, and engineering. Its main products include calibration equipment, condensate removal pumps, oscilloscopes, and signal generators. These tools find applications in testing and troubleshooting electronic circuits and systems. The company's factory-trained technicians refurbish, align, and calibrate all pre-owned equipment to the original manufacturer's specifications.
Trutech Tools, Ltd., established in 2007 and headquartered in Mogadore, Ohio, is a supplier of testing and diagnostic equipment for HVAC, energy auditing, and building performance industries. The company specializes in providing various instruments and tools for professionals in these fields. Its main products include pressure gauges, electrical clamp meters, thermal imagers, airflow meters, and combustion analyzers. These instruments find applications in HVAC system diagnostics, energy efficiency assessments, and building inspections.
Established in 2006, Testo India Pvt. Ltd., a Pune, India-based subsidiary of Testo SE & Co. KGaA, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in measuring instruments. Complying with the ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standard set by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL), the company produces measuring instruments for temperature, humidity, pressure, and flow (bulk fluid movement). The company also offers electrical, sound level, and nanoparticle measuring devices. These products are designed for industrial applications with regard to heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC-R), as well as environmental monitoring technology, in sectors like food service, retail, and pharmaceuticals.
Industrial Physics, a portfolio company of KKR a private-equity firm, is a manufacturer of test, measurement, and inspection equipment, based in the United States. The company specializes in the food and beverage, paper and plastics, paint and coatings, materials testing, and consumer electronics markets. They operate across a family of brands, including TQC Sheen, Technidyne, and C&W Equipment. They have been supporting manufacturers, laboratories, and production lines across a multitude of industries.
Amprobe Instrument Corporation, began life in Long Island, NY in 1948 under the name Pyramid Instrument Company, later renamed in1960, is a manufacturer and builds rugged test and measurement tools. The company was acquired by the Danaher Corporation and moved its worldwide headquarters to Everett, Washington in 2006. It designs, manufactures and distributes products from an extensive line of clamp meters and digital multimeters to industry-specific tools for residential/commercial electricians, HVAC/R technicians, utilities and industrial maintenance professionals. Its tools undergo rigorous and intensive testing to ensure compliance with the latest regulations in Fluke's CSA-recognized lab for safety and accuracy.
ICHINEN TASCO CO. LTD., established in 1975 and based in Osaka, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in measuring instruments. The company offers a diverse array of products, including air conditioner cleaning sprays, insulation earth resistance testers, and tools specifically designed for solar power system installations. These products are widely used in safety and sanitation, as well as in the electrical and plumbing sectors. In addition, the company provides technical manuals for each product, which include guidelines for installation.
Multi Measuring Instruments Co., Ltd. was founded in Chiba, Japan in 1986 and is headquartered in Tokyo. As per its namesake, Multi offers a vast array of measuring and testing equipment used across a number of industries. Some of their offerings include voltage meters, network testers, lux meters, cable locators, sound meters, various thermometers, gas analyzers, and water quality meters. Multi Measuring Instruments has a mission for its products to improve the global environment by detecting inefficiencies and leaks, developing products that will be useful for solar and wind power generation.
Ranking as of April 2025
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Omega Engineering, Inc. |
15.3%
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| 2 | Testo SE & Co. KGaA |
14.4%
|
| 3 | Vernier Software & Technology |
9.9%
|
| 4 | General Tools & Instruments LLC. |
9.9%
|
| 5 | Industrial Physics |
9.4%
|
| 6 | Trutech Tools, Ltd. |
7.4%
|
| 7 | Amprobe Instrument Corporation |
6.4%
|
| 8 | Traceable(R) |
5.9%
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| 9 | Sper Scientific Ltd |
5.9%
|
| 10 | Test Equipment Depot |
4.5%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the hot wire anemometer page as of April 2025. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
United States of America
|
7 | 63.6% |
|
Japan
|
3 | 27.3% |
|
Germany
|
1 | 9.1% |
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