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A precision resistor network that reduces the output voltage of a device. Campbell Scientific's VDIV10.1 and VDIV2.1 are voltage divider modules that bring sensors with high output voltages into the datalogger's common mode range.
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A series network in which desired portions of the source voltage may be tapped off for use in the circuit.
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resistors connected in series across a voltage source; used to obtain a desired fraction of the voltage
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a circuit that can be used to convert a resistance change to a voltage change
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a series circuit in which desired portions of the source voltage may be tapped off for use in equipment
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a very basic small circuit that is often found embedded in larger circuits
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a very common, simple circuit that is used in many sensor schemes
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Fixed or variable series resistor network connected across a voltage to obtain a desired fraction of that voltage.
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