Dew Point (Td)
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Description:
The dew point (Td – d stands for "dew point") is the temperature below which water vapor in the air condenses into water. At this temperature point, the air is completely saturated with water, i.e. the relative humidity is 100%, meaning the air has reached its maximum capacity for absorbing water.
The warmer the air, the more water vapor it can hold. For the dew point, this means: the more water vapor present in the air, the higher the dew point. The dew point and relative humidity are thus directly related and can each be calculated.
There are two different ways to determine the dew point. In the direct method, measurement is carried out using a so-called chilled-mirror hygrometer, which determines the dew point from the changing optical characteristics and reflective behavior of the mirror.
In the indirect method, on the other hand, the absolute humidity is determined using the room temperature and relative humidity. This can then be used to calculate the temperature at which the humidity will reach a saturation level of 100%.
Limit Values for the Dew Point:
There are no official limit values for the dew point. Recommendations for relative humidity, however, directly imply corresponding dew points. At room temperature, the recommended lower limit for the dew point is approx. 9°C – below this, the air would be perceived as too dry. The upper limit for the dew point is approx. 15°C – above this, the air would be perceived as too muggy.
| Designation | Dew Point Limit Values |
| General recommendation, minimum value | 9 °C |
| General recommendation, maximum value | 15 °C |
Effects of a Dew Point That Is Too High or Too Low:
Temperatures can vary within a room. This becomes a problem if, for example, the dew point is undercut at cooler exterior walls. Water can then condense, and mold can form.
Formation of the Dew Point:
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Sensor Used:
The dew point is calculated in the air-Q based on the Magnus formula (currently without factoring in air pressure). The values required for this are measured with high accuracy by the temperature sensor and the relative humidity sensor.
Measuring the Dew Point:
Alongside absolute and relative humidity, the air-Q air analyzer can also measure the dew point and other indoor air parameters in real time using one of its sensors. You can order the air quality monitor from the online shop.
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