A hydrostatic pressure test is used as a proof of strength and leak tightness of containers and pipelines that hold liquids and gases. The procedure and documentation of such a test can be increased in efficiency by using digital pressure gauges. This is particularly …
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Ignition protection type Ex i for pressure measuring instruments with battery operation
Jing Lyu | Pressure, ProductsWhich ignition protection type is suitable for battery-operated pressure measuring instruments, which are increasingly being used in combination with a radio unit? WIKA has clearly answered this question for its portfolio: “Ex i”, i.e. intrinsic safety. This …
Pressure transducer: Digitally connected with EtherCAT®
Fabian Mayer | Pressure, ProductsPressure transducers with EtherCAT ® as the communication protocol continue the digitalisation of the semiconductor industry at the transmitter level. In future, in every production plant, dozens of pressure measuring locations will be equipped with them. Their …
In-line process transmitter for sustainable pressure monitoring
Tobias Hench | Pressure, ProductsThe model DMSU22SA in-line process transmitter from WIKA marks a new chapter for pressure monitoring in sanitary applications. The robust instrument with EHEDG certification and 3-A marking increases process reliability and, at the same time, reduces the consumption of …
Calculate the flow rate correctly
Michael Lutz | Applications, FlowMillions of cubic metres of liquids or gases flow through the pipes of industrial processes every day. In order to be able to transport, control and monitor these correctly, the flow rate must be calculated beforehand. The flow rate, also called volume flow, is a …