Yes—The Sensor Connection’s brake temperature sensors can be used to monitor all four wheels simultaneously when paired with a compatible data acquisition system, ECU, or temperature display capable of accepting multiple sensor inputs.
What You Need to Monitor All Four Wheels:
1. Four Individual Sensors
To monitor all four wheels, you’ll need one sensor per wheel. We offer two high-performance thermocouple options:
- RBTC Series – Rubbing Brake Rotor Thermocouple
Designed for contact-based surface temperature readings of the brake rotor. Ideal for dynamic testing in R&D or motorsports applications.
Type K
Spring-loaded tip for reliable contact
Made for temporary installations during testing
- BPTC Series – Embedded Brake Pad Thermocouple
Designed to be embedded through the backplate into the brake pad for tracking pad temperature from within the brake assembly.
Type K
Copper cap embeds directly into pad
Rugged and reliable under racing conditions
2. A Multi-Channel Data Acquisition System or ECU
Your system must support at least four thermocouple channels—one for each wheel. Be sure your hardware is compatible with Type K thermocouples.
3. Correct Installation & Routing
Each sensor should be installed at the correct position for accurate thermal data (e.g., facing the rotor surface or embedded in the pad). Use heat-shielded wiring and secure routing to avoid damage.
Benefits of Monitoring All Four Wheels:
- Identify brake imbalance or uneven wear
- Optimize brake cooling and system design
- Gather detailed R&D data in real time
- Improve driver feedback and safety
- Maximize performance in motorsports environments
Installation Tip:
To get the most from your setup, label each sensor and input channel by wheel location (e.g., FL, FR, RL, RR) for easy analysis and troubleshooting.
Summary:
- Yes, you can monitor all four wheels simultaneously with The Sensor Connection’s brake temperature sensors
- You’ll need four sensors + a compatible multi-channel input system
- Choose between RBTC (rotor surface) or BPTC (brake pad) depending on your testing needs
- Accurate data = better performance, reliability, and safety
Need help designing your brake temperature monitoring system?
Contact our technical team — we’re here to help you spec the perfect setup.