High-pressure applications put a lot of stress on measuring instrumentation. Making matters worse are high temperatures and heavy vibrations. Choosing the right thermocouple is essential for ensuring safe and reliable operations. Numerous applications call …
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Gayesco Flex-O™ Multipoint Thermometer: Ideal for Temperature Monitoring in Reactor Pipewells
Robert Torgerson | TemperatureTechnicians need an accurate temperature profile of a reactor or fuel depot for safe, efficient operations. However, these high-temperature applications pose challenges for many temperature monitoring instruments. Multipoint thermometers also tend to be unwieldy, …
WIKA’s Industrial Pressure Sensors Offer Reliability, Adaptability, Long-Term Savings
Robert Lukat | PressureMany industrial applications rely on electronic instruments to convert pressure measurement into standard signals. The A-10 and S-20 are robust industrial pressure sensors that minimize downtimes and creates less work for field technicians. Pressure …
What to Know about Aging and Drift in Type K Thermocouples
Robert Torgerson | Know-how, TemperatureWith repeated exposure to high temperatures, a Type K thermocouple becomes less accurate. Aging is a phenomenon that results in higher-than-accurate temperature readings, while drift results in lower-than-accurate readings. While all Type K thermocouples experience …
Case Study: Custom Pressure Sensor Withstands Aggressive Chlorinated Gas Environment
Patrick McGrath | PressureFor a leader in industrial flow equipment and services, one specific application was causing significant difficulties for their end user. The harsh environment – high-temperature chlorinated gas for fiber optic production – was causing half of their pressure …