Answers to questions about the basics of pressure measurement, including why measuring gauge pressure is fine for most applications but absolute pressure measurement is required in some cases. Generally speaking, pressure is defined as a force that acts …
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Case Study: Unique Diaphragm Seal Assembly Meets Customer’s Precise Requirements
Chi-Che MaA company in the energy and water/wastewater sector contacted WIKA about installing a diaphragm seal on a pipeline with limited clearance, but with a specific stipulation: The process gauge had to be readable from both sides. WIKA’s Diaphragm Seal Division designed a …
Pressure Sensors, Pressure Transducers, and Pressure Transmitters: What’s the Difference?
Robert LukatAlmost everyone uses the terms pressure sensor , pressure transducer , and pressure transmitter interchangeably, and that’s okay! What‘s in a name? When it comes to electronic pressure sensing, the answer for many users is “not much.” Manufacturers …
Smart Solution for Today’s Needs: Pressure Sensor with Digital Networking Capabilities
Robert LukatAs more industrial machines and processes become interconnected, manufacturers need components that can talk to one another. WIKA’s A-1200 pressure sensor is the smart solution for future-focused automated factories. The Internet of Things (IoT) is …
WIKA’s Liquid-filled Brass Gauge Offers Unparalleled Durability, Precision, and Long Service Life
Hardy OrzikowskiAmong a wide variety of industrial pressure gauges used today, liquid-filled brass gauges are popular for their durability, precision, and low cost of ownership. The mechanical Bourdon tube gauge is a time-tested instruments found in numerous industrial …