Author Archives: Lukas Achtelik
Checking hydraulic pressure: Step-by-step guide with a digital pressure gauge
If a hydraulic system no longer reaches full force, works too slowly or reacts unevenly,...
Configuring data loggers correctly: Measuring interval, memory, battery and limit values
Data loggers are very useful tools when temperature, humidity, pressure, current, voltage, shock or other...
Insulation measurement according to VDE: Why it is important and which errors occur frequently
Insulation measurement is one of the most important tests in electrical installations. It shows whether...
Motor draws too much current: Detecting overload with a clamp meter
If a motor draws too much current, this is an important warning signal. The cause...
Compressed air too moist: Finding the causes before valves and tools fail
Moist compressed air is a creeping problem in many systems. At first, it is often...
Transit-Time or Doppler: Which ultrasonic measuring principle suits the medium?
Ultrasonic flow meters are often used when liquids need to be measured contactlessly, retrofitted or...
Multimeter measures incorrect values: Why LoZ, TRMS and measurement category are decisive
If a multimeter appears to display incorrect voltages or unusual values, the measuring instrument is...
Differential pressure transmitter delivers implausible values: Check manifold, impulse lines and zero adjustment
If a differential pressure transmitter delivers implausible values, the cause is not always the measuring...
Pressure sensor leaking at the process connection: Checking seal, thread and installation correctly
If a pressure sensor leaks at the process connection after installation, the sensor itself is...
Finding pressure loss in a system: How a digital pressure gauge helps with troubleshooting
When a system loses pressure, the cause is not always immediately obvious. In practice, many...