Moisture ingress is one of the most common causes of pressure transmitter failure. Moisture can quickly corrode the internal electrical connections or the circuit board, which can lead to output drift or complete failure. That's why it's so important to identify your …
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Chemical Compatibility: Wetted Parts of Pressure Sensors
| Robert Lukat | PressureAvoiding problems like corrosion or premature failure makes the use of pressure sensors safe and maximizes the lifespan of the product. One of the keys to doing that is to ensure that a pressure sensor's wetted parts – those which come in direct contact with …
Read Between the Lines to Select the Right Pressure Sensor
| Robert Lukat | PressureRead Between the Lines to Select the Right Pressure Sensor Have you heard of a switch detent plunger? It’s a tiny part that could forever underscore the importance of ensuring proper specifications for every component of a design --no matter how small. Ignition …
Electronic Pressure Instrumentation: Tiny but Tough
| Robert Lukat | PressureMalfunctions of small components can cause large problems in an oil and gas production environments. These small components can also hold the key to improved productivity, when installed and used correctly. Though electronic pressure sensors and transmitters …
Pressure Sensors Eliminate Weak Links in Heavy Equipment
| Jeff Placek | ApplicationsThe old adage that “a chain is only as strong as its weakest link” works in many situations. A faulty screw can make your new kitchen table collapse under the weight of this week’s groceries. In sports, a few slackers can confound the efforts of a great team. And …