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Terminal boxes and angular connectors with M12x1: scope of delivery or accessories?

08/13/2012 | Michèle Beyer | General

We are often asked whether for instruments with M12 x 1 connector the corresponding mating connector (also called cable socket or angular connector) is included in the scope of delivery of our pressure sensors. Our clear answer is: no. Unlike the DIN connectors forms A …

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Angular connector form A leaking/ loss of IP ingress protection

07/11/2012 | Michèle Beyer | General

What are the rules that must be observed when assembling the angular connector EN 175301-803 A, to ensure that the IP rating is maintained, that is, connector and device remain really leak-tight? Unfortunately, a lot of things can go wrong when using the angular …

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More efficient heating with WIKA sensors and heat pumps

03/09/2012 | Sabine Mai | General

The working principle of a heat pump is basically identical to that of an everyday appliance known to all of us: the refrigerator. However, while the refrigerator removes heat from its interior and gives it off to the environment, the heat pump removes heat from the …

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Active and passive temperature compensation of pressure sensors

01/10/2012 | Dominik Lorenz | General

How does an active or passive temperature compensation of pressure transmitters  actually work? High-quality pressure transmitters, especially those used in precision critical applications, are almost always provided with an individual temperature compensation. But …

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Definition of the IP68 rating in theory and practice

10/19/2011 | Michèle Beyer | General

Unfortunately, we are asked too rarely regarding the specification of the IP68 rating for our pressure sensors and submersible pressure transmitters, i.e. how deep such an instrument may be submersed. However, this is not only a very meaningful question but also a …

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  • Definition of the IP68 rating in theory and practice
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