Many process applications rely on either a wire-wound or thin-film resistance temperature detector (RTD) to provide efficient and safe operations. These two types of resistance thermometers have different properties, and each has its pros and cons. In reality, this is …
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The Problems with Verifying Thermocouple Accuracy During Reactor Startups
Robert Torgerson | Know-howRefinery operators who work with fixed bed catalysts place a high value on temperature accuracy, but they also don’t want to waste time by taking unnecessary temperature readings. Thus, to better understand any radial temperature differences that may exist during …
What to Know about Aging and Drift in Type K Thermocouples
Robert Torgerson | Know-how, TemperatureWith repeated exposure to high temperatures, a Type K thermocouple becomes less accurate. Aging is a phenomenon that results in higher-than-accurate temperature readings, while drift results in lower-than-accurate readings. While all Type K thermocouples experience …
Endurance Tests Prove Effectiveness of ScrutonWell® Design as Vortex Breaker
Adam DeLancey | TemperatureFlow tests by the National Engineering Laboratory in Glasgow confirm that thermowells with a ScrutonWell ® design suppress vortex-induced vibrations, a benefit especially for oil and gas pipelines with higher flow rates and small nozzle connections. Industrial …
WIKA’s Mini Submersible Pressure Sensor Is Ideal for Level Measurement, Combined Measurements
Robert Lukat | LevelWIKA USA has added to its extensive line of measurement solutions a sub-one inch, submersible pressure sensor – ideal for level measurement and monitoring in water treatment and wastewater applications. The LF-1 comes with a variety of customizable options, including …