Thermal runaway reactions are one of the leading causes of accidents in chemical and petrochemical plants. To prevent such catastrophes, operators should continually monitor temperatures using sensors with the fastest possible response time for that application. …
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RTD vs. Thermocouple: When To Use Each Product
| Adam DeLancey | Know-how, TemperatureTemperature sensors are essential measuring instruments for ensuring the safety and efficiency of countless industrial processes. While RTDs and thermocouples both provide accuracy and reliability, each has pros and cons that make them better suited for particular …
Smart IO-Link Sensors and Switches for Smart Factories
| Jeff Placek | Applications, Flow, Pressure, TemperatureWIKA’s family of robust products with IO-Link – pressure, temperature, and flow sensors – enable the remote monitoring and process control of intelligent machines in smart factories. IO-Link has revolutionized the monitoring, management, and control of …
WIKA’s Range of Industrial Thermometers and Temperature Sensors for HVAC Systems
| Patrick McGrath | TemperatureTemperature is the most measured and monitored parameter in residential, commercial, and industrial HVAC applications. As such, dependable instrumentation is a must. WIKA manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of high-quality dial thermometers for industrial HVAC …
Temperature Sensors, Thermowells, and Response Times
| Adam DeLancey | TemperatureThermowells protect temperature sensors from harsh media. On the downside, these fittings increase the thermal response time. Therefore, knowing precisely what that response time is becomes a key factor in controlling processes and systems. In the real …