Like their mechanical counterparts, electronic pressure switches are primarily considered for simple control tasks. In addition to switching current and accuracy, there is another distinguishing feature between the two types of instrument: Electronic …
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Pressure switch in hydrogen-powered train ensures safety
| Jing Lyu | ApplicationsIn a newly developed hydrogen train for local transport, a pressure switch from WIKA plays a crucial role. Within the scope of pressure monitoring, it performs the central safety function in the H2 supply system during the journey. The benefits of hydrogen in rail …
Mechanical pressure switches: What principle do they work on?
| Melanie Höfling | Know-howMechanical pressure switches in compact design ensure safe pressure monitoring in, for example, pumps, compressors and mobile working machines. Regardless of the application, they function in accordance with the principle of the preloaded spring, with a diaphragm or a …
Diaphragm seal system with diaphragm monitoring – also digital
| Tobias Hench | Pressure, ProductsA diaphragm seal system with diaphragm monitoring from WIKA meets the highest safety requirements in sanitary applications. The model DMSU21SA with process transmitter and HART ® protocol (cover picture) can also be integrated into digitalised environments. Why …
Switch points in vacuum ranges: How are they set?
| Haydar Kartal | Know-howSetting the switch points of an electronic pressure switch for an application in the vacuum range is not a self-explanatory task. The following article therefore explains what needs to be taken into account with this setting. It involves a pressure switch with a …