Petrochemical plants use steam crackers to convert ethane into more useful ethylene. This energy-intensive process calls for maintaining very high temperature measurement within a relatively narrow range. The conversion of ethylene is poor if the temperature is …
Temperature
The Benefits of Sheathed Thermocouples
| Adam DeLanceyThermocouples are rugged and respond quickly to temperature changes. When sheathed, these temperature measurement instruments are extremely resistant to vibration, mechanical stresses, and aggressive/corrosive media. Because they’re small and highly bendable, …
Six Common Causes for Thermocouple Temperature Measurement Errors
| Adam DeLanceyThermocouples are among the most popular temperature measurement instruments in industrial applications because of their versatility and ease of use. However, measurement errors can occur. This article discusses the six most common causes of thermocouple errors. …
Avoid Expensive False Trips with Reliable Thermocouple Assemblies
| Robert TorgersonA false trip is when an instrument error, rather than an actual problem, sets off (“trips”) a safety alarm. All plant operators want to avoid false trips, especially the ones that lead to a full process shutdown – a very expensive scenario. WIKA-Gayesco’s SIL …
What You Need to Know About Industrial Resistance Thermometers
| Adam DeLanceyWire-wound and thin-film resistors are widely used in industrial thermometers. It is important to choose a temperature device with the appropriate material, design, and configuration that meet requirements and comply with the DIN EN 60751 standard for resistance …