Gledhill Heater Thermistors
The thermistor decreases the current resistance as the temperature increases. The electronic control board sends a current to the thermistor and can tell whether less or more heat is needed by the resistance provided by the thermistor.

Gledhill GT153 Domestic Hot Water Sensor - Boilermate/Gulfstream/Pulsacoil
Part No: 2000002 / MPN: GT153