# NTC Resistance considerations

I'm sure this is a basic question but I am unable to find an answer anywhere online that explains it in a simple way.

I am researching NTC sensors and figuring out how to use them.

I want to know that the advantages or disadvantages of changing the NTC resistance will be ?

So far I have the assumption that a larger resistance ( 50K ) could meausre a greater range of temperatures ? ( than say a 10K )

But if both are 1% tolerance the larger resistance would not be as accurate because the range is bigger ?

Am I on the correct track here?

Also I take it that in my voltage divider circuit I should get a better tolerance resistor if I want the reading to be more accurate ? ( 1% instead of a 5% )

I am looking to measure temperatures of around 90 - 130 degrees C, with an accuracy of around 1 or 2 degrees, if that makes a difference.

Typically NTC sensors change around 4% per degree C, so a 1% resistor is called for if you are looking for 1-2°C accuracy. Also an accurate thermistor- not only the tolerance at 25°C but the tolerance on $\beta$.