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RTD Sensors and Pt100 – FAQs

Gabriel Gonzales | Know-how, Temperature
industrial thermometer

Answers to questions to help explain the operation of RTD sensors and the pros and cons of negative temperature coefficient (NTC) sensors and positive temperature coefficient (PTC) sensors based on platinum, such as the Pt100 and Pt1000. Resistance temperature …

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What Is Gauge Pressure and How Is It Measured?

Hardy Orzikowski | Know-how, Pressure

WIKA USA answers frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the basic physical principles of pressure and pressure measurement. This includes discussions of absolute pressure, atmospheric pressure, gauge pressure, and differential pressure. Pressure is generally …

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Improving Vacuum Tower Yield and Product Quality Through Advanced Temperature Measurement

Robert Torgerson | Know-how

Vacuum tower revamps and internal upgrades can improve the yield and product quality of vacuum distillation units (VDU), a must in today's competitive markets. These modifications, though, require a considerable influx of capital. Improvements in cross sectional tower …

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4-Wire RTDs vs. 3-Wire RTDs

Gabriel Gonzales | Know-how, Temperature
Industrial RTD -- model TR10

The electrical resistance of some materials, such as platinum, copper, and nickel, differs at different temperatures. Resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) take advantage of this property to assess temperature in a variety of commercial and industrial applications.  …

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When to Use a 3-Wire RTD

Gabriel Gonzales | Know-how, Temperature
3 Wire RTD

RTDs (resistance temperature detectors) are the most common, most versatile temperature sensors in industrial and process applications. They are stable, have good repeatability and work well within a wide range of temperatures. The electrical resistance of some …

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Welcome to the WIKA blog

In our WIKA US blog you can expect many interesting articles on pressure, temperature, level and flow measurement, and also on the subject of calibration technology. Furthermore, there are various insights into the world of the WIKA group of companies – seen from different angles.

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  • 8 Common Reasons For Pressure Gauge Failure

  • Pressure Gauge Know-How: Difference Between NPT and G Connections

  • Pt100 and Pt1000 Sensors: Important Facts and Differences


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