Author Archives: Lukas Achtelik
Process calibrator or simulator: selecting the right calibration device for pressure, Pt100, thermocouple and 4–20 mA
Anyone who wants to check transmitters, sensors, pressure transmitters, temperature probes or PLC inputs quickly...
Thermocouple Type J: evaluating measuring range, connection and typical errors correctly
The thermocouple Type J is a proven temperature sensor for industrial applications. It is often...
Calibrating a 4–20 mA signal: checking transmitters, current loops and PLC inputs correctly
The 4–20 mA signal is one of the most important standard signals in industrial measurement...
Mobile ultrasonic flow meter: checking flow without installing a fixed measuring device
A mobile ultrasonic flow meter is ideal when flow only needs to be checked temporarily....
RCD tripping with a voltage tester: understanding load activation correctly and using it safely
When working on electrical installations, it can happen that an RCD trips during testing. This...
Temperature probe responds too slowly: causes related to installation, thermowell and measuring point
When a temperature probe responds too slowly, poor accuracy or a defective sensor is often...
ATEX pressure calibrator: calibrating pressure sensors and transmitters safely in hazardous areas
In hazardous areas, pressure measuring points must be checked, maintained and calibrated with particular care....
VDE 0100 passed, but the system still has problems: checking power quality, voltage drop and harmonics correctly
An electrical installation can pass a VDE 0100 test and still cause problems during operation....
Thermocouple Type K: selecting temperature range, accuracy and application correctly
The Type K thermocouple is one of the most commonly used temperature sensors in industry....
ATEX loop calibrator: safely testing and simulating 4–20 mA signals in hazardous areas
In the process industry, 4–20 mA current loops remain one of the most important signal...