Pressure sensor for outdoor use: Correctly considering IP protection, cables, condensation and EMC
Pressure sensors are used outdoors, for example at pumping stations, water-treatment plants, mobile machinery, tanks,...
Multi-path ultrasonic measurement: When multiple measuring paths improve accuracy
Transit-time ultrasonic flowmeters determine the flow velocity along an acoustic measuring path through the pipe....
Gas detectors in hazardous areas: Correctly understanding ATEX, alarm functions and operating limitations
Gas detectors are used in chemical plants, refineries, tank farms, wastewater facilities, energy installations and...
Earth resistance measurement with an installation tester: Correctly understanding earth electrodes, probes and measuring methods
An effective earthing system is an essential part of protection against electric shock, overvoltages and...
Thermocouples in hazardous areas: Correctly designing the sensor, connection head and measuring chain
Thermocouples are frequently used in the chemical, petrochemical, power-generation and process industries at high temperatures...
Force sensor with mV/V, 4–20 mA or 0–10 V: Which output signal is suitable for the evaluation system?
Force sensors are used in test benches, presses, joining fixtures, machines and lifting equipment. The...
SF₆ service equipment: Correctly planning the filling, evacuation and recovery of insulating gas
SF₆ is used as an insulating and arc-extinguishing gas in gas-insulated switchgear, circuit breakers and...
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...