Moisture ingress is one of the most common causes of pressure sensor failure. To avoid this situation, select a pressure transducer or pressure transmitter with the right IP rating, measurement reference, and electrical connection. Your pressure transmitter’s …
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Burst Pressure: What It Is and Why WIKA Chooses Not to Publish It
| Hardy Orzikowski | Know-how, PressureBurst pressure is a factor to consider when choosing industrial pressure gauges, but it is far from the only one or even the top criterion. Find out more about burst pressure and why WIKA USA provides this information upon request only. When WIKA USA’s product …
Three Reasons to Use a Stainless Steel Pressure Gauge
| Hardy Orzikowski | PressureCompanies in the biotechnology, chemical, food processing, petrochemical, oil refining and other industries rely on gauges to keep their operations running properly. For engineers and technicians at these and other facilities, stainless steel pressure gauges serve …
Common Causes of Diaphragm Seal Failure
| Chi-Che Ma | PressureA diaphragm seal is an efficient, affordable solution for those instances in which pressure instrumentation cannot be in direct contact with the process. A flexible diaphragm seal protects pressure transmitters, transducers, gauges, and switches from contact with …
Diaphragm Breach: When Did That Happen?
| Chi-Che Ma | PressureDiaphragm breach: When did that happen? Sanitary industries, such as biotechnical, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and food and beverage, are highly regulated to make certain processes comply with extremely strict hygienic requirements. To support operations and ensure …