Category Archives: Beitrag
Vibration sensors for pumps and motors: Detecting bearing condition and imbalance at an early stage
Pumps, electric motors, fans, compressors and gearboxes generate mechanical vibration during normal operation. Completely vibration-free...
Grounding an electromagnetic flowmeter correctly: Why equipotential bonding and grounding rings stabilise the measurement
Electromagnetic flowmeters are regarded as robust and low-maintenance measuring instruments for electrically conductive liquids. They...
Defining calibration intervals: Why operating conditions are more important than a fixed annual schedule
Many companies automatically calibrate their measuring and test equipment every twelve months. This schedule is...
Temperature data loggers for the cold chain and storage: Reliably documenting limit values
Temperature-sensitive foods, pharmaceuticals, laboratory samples, chemicals and technical products often have to be stored within...
Selecting a hydrogen pressure sensor: Correctly assessing materials, seals and approvals
Hydrogen is used in electrolysis plants, compressors, storage systems, fuel-cell systems, test benches, pipeline networks...
Installing a load cell correctly: Avoid incorrect load application, unsuitable supports and force shunts
A high-quality load cell can only measure accurately if the mechanical design allows the intended...
Pt100 or Pt1000: Which resistance thermometer sensor is the better choice?
Pt100 and Pt1000 are among the most commonly used platinum resistance sensors for industrial temperature...
Selecting mineral-insulated thermocouples correctly: Diameter, response time and bending radius
Mineral-insulated thermocouples are used in furnaces, machines, process plants, test benches, exhaust ducts, tools and...
Harmonics caused by variable frequency drives: Why TRMS alone is often not enough
Variable frequency drives enable energy-efficient and flexible speed control of motors. At the same time,...
Submersible probe or radar level sensor: Which measuring principle suits the tank?
Different measuring principles are available for continuous level measurement in tanks, vessels, shafts and basins....