Moisture ingress is one of the most common causes of pressure sensor failure. To avoid this situation, select a pressure transducer or pressure transmitter with the right IP rating, measurement reference, and electrical connection. Your pressure transmitter’s …
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Three Reasons to Use a Diaphragm Pressure Gauge
Hardy Orzikowski | Know-how, PressureWhen standard pressure gauges reach their limits, the process industry can use diaphragm pressure gauges to measure low pressures and protect against overload in all types of applications, including ones with aggressive or hygienic media. This article is a …
What Is a Diaphragm Pressure Gauge, and How Does It Work?
Alina Green | Know-how, PressureThe flexible membrane in a diaphragm pressure gauge, a specialized industrial gauge, gives it several advantages over standard Bourdon tube gauges and capsule pressure gauges. A diaphragm pressure gauge, sold under the Sealgauge™ brand at WIKA and also known as …
Pyrometer or Surface Thermocouples: Which Is Better for Tube Wall Temperature Monitoring?
Alina Green | Know-how, TemperatureOperators of steam methane reformers have various methods at their disposal for measuring tube wall temperature, but the best solution for accurate and continuous temperature measurement are surface thermocouples. The furnace tubes of a steam methane reformer (SMR) …
WEgrid Services: SF6 Gas Consulting, Training, Maintenance/Repair, Analysis, and More
Leo Lopez | Know-how, SF6 Gas SolutionsA part of WEgrid Solutions by WIKA, WEgrid Services offers a comprehensive suite of services for industries that rely on SF 6 gas for safety and performance. WEgrid Solutions is the global leader in all things related to SF 6 , especially for the power …