Float Level Switch: Working Principle and 6 Applications
Float Level Switch: Introduction Understanding how we measure the level of liquids in tanks is very important for students in the instrumentation field. One common and simple
Level Measurement
Pressure Measurement
Difference Between Bonded and Unbonded Strain Gauges
Bonded and Unbonded strain gauges: Introduction In this article, we will learn the difference between bonded and unbonded strain gauges, two common types of devices
Level Measurement
Zero Elevation and Zero Suppression in Level Measurement
Introduction: Zero elevation and zero suppression Zero elevation and zero suppression is the term where many people get confused when working with tank level measurements. These adjustments
Process Instrumentation
Top 3 RTD Sensor Connections: 2-Wire, 3-Wire & 4-Wire Explained
RTD Sensor Connections is the topic which we are going to discuss here. RTD (Resistance Temperature Detector) sensor connections are very important to ensure accurate
Automation
2-Wire 3-Wire 4-Wire Transmitters in Industrial Automation
2-Wire 3-Wire 4-Wire Transmitters in Industrial Automation is a basic concept but many engineers get confused about the wiring. 4 to 20 mA transmitters are
Switches
Magnetic Proximity Sensors – Types, Principle, Advantages
Magnetic proximity sensors are electronic devices used to detect the presence, movement, or position of objects without physical contact. These sensors work by sensing magnetic
Pressure Measurement
Calibration Process of Differential Pressure Transmitter
How to calibrate DPT – Introduction Differential pressure transmitters (DPTs) are essential devices in industrial instrumentation. They help us measure the difference in pressure between two
Temperature Measurement
Heat Tracing in Piping Systems: Ensuring Operational Integrity and Safety
Heat Tracing : Introduction In industrial environments where temperature-sensitive fluids are transported, maintaining optimal temperatures within piping systems is crucial. Heat tracing emerges as a vital
Process Instrumentation
Gas Groups Explained : What is the difference between IIA, IIB and IIC?
Gas Groups : Introduction When selecting electrical equipment for hazardous areas, we often focus on zone classifications (Zone 0, 1, 2) and protection types (Ex d,
Process Instrumentation
Temperature Classes in Hazardous Areas – Why T4 and T6 Matter
Temperature Classes – Introduction In hazardous areas, it is not just sparks or electrical faults that can cause explosions. Sometimes, heat alone is enough to