instrumentation

How RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485 Networks are applied in Instrumentation

RS-232 Presently, this standard is known as TIA-232C. These are point-to-point networks with a purpose of connecting only two devices.…

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Basic Features of Foundation Fieldbus (FF)

Foundation fieldbus (FF) and Profibus are the two most universal serial data bus formats that are used for interfacing between…

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Hazardous Locations Classifications

A hazardous location is defined as a location where fire or explosion hazards exist due to the presence of flammable…

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Functional Safety in Instrumentation Systems (SIS, SIF & SIL)

Functional safety is the risk reduction provided by the functions implemented to ensure the safe operations of the process. The…

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4-20 mA Transmitters (2-wire, 3-wire and 4-wire Types)

Background of 4-20 mA Signal Transmission Initially signal transmission was dominated by pneumatics before the advent of 4-20 mA signal…

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What is a Smart Sensor?

A smart sensor is the integration of a sensor with an analogue to digital converter (ADC), a processor and digital…

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P&IDs and Loop Diagrams

Process and Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs), also called Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams and Loop diagrams are construction and documentation drawings that…

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What is Process Control?

Process control can be defined as a control system that manages a particular industrial process so that a uniform, correct…

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Types of Sensors used in Measurement and Process Control

A sensor is an element in a measurement system that detects the magnitude of a physical variable or parameter and…

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Basic Facts about Data Acquisition (DAQ) and Process Control

The goal of most electronic systems is to measure or control some physical quantity. The system will have to acquire…

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