Author Archives: Lukas Achtelik
DN2 and DN4 microbore hoses: Safely routing pressure measurements away from the process
In hydraulic pressure measurements, the most suitable location for reading or connecting the measuring instrument...
Measuring and service points for hydrogen: Correctly planning MINIMESS couplings, hoses and leak tightness
Temporary pressure measurements, functional tests and maintenance work are also regularly required on hydrogen systems....
Melt pressure sensor in the hot runner: Correctly assessing a small diaphragm, fast dynamics and high temperatures
In injection moulding, the melt pressure changes within fractions of a second. During injection, switchover...
Bidirectional turbine flow measurement: When flow in both directions becomes relevant
Turbine flow meters are frequently used for fast volumetric flow measurement in hydraulic systems, test...
Selecting diaphragm-seal filling fluid: Correctly considering temperature, vacuum and process medium
When designing a diaphragm-seal system, the diaphragm material is often the first consideration. However, the...
AC/DC current clamp for batteries, drives and DC circuits: What to consider when measuring DC current
An AC/DC current clamp allows the current in a conductor to be measured without disconnecting...
Transport monitoring with data loggers: Documenting temperature, humidity and shock
Sensitive goods can be damaged during transport by excessively high or low temperatures, humidity, condensation,...
Thermal imaging camera in a control cabinet: Detect overheated terminals, fuses and contactors at an early stage
Loose terminals, worn contacts and overloaded equipment are often indicated by an increased temperature. A...
Connecting a three-phase power analyser correctly: Observe current transformer direction and phase assignment
A three-phase power or network analyser can measure active, reactive and apparent power, energy consumption,...
Radiation area monitoring: When stationary monitors are useful
In laboratories, nuclear medicine facilities, research installations and industrial radiation-protection areas, occasional control measurements are...