Process instrumentation

Fiber Optic Temperature Sensors: Principle of Operation & Applications

As the name suggests these sensors employs fiber optics technology to function. A fiber optic sensor generally guides light to…

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Radar Level Transmitters: Operating Principle & Applications

Radar level transmitter basically employs electromagnetic waves to determine the fluid level in a tank. It converts level information into…

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Pneumatic Signal Transmission System

Signal transmission in process instrumentation and control systems is largely done via electrical transmission but there are a few areas…

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Principle of Operation of Magnetostrictive Position Sensors

Magnetostrictive sensors detect the location of a magnetic ring that slides along a conductive metal tube; in other words this…

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Photoelectric Pressure Transducer Operation

The photoelectric pressure transducer uses a phototube and a light source (either a stable source of light or ac modulated…

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NAMUR NE 107 Standard for Modern Instrumentation Diagnostics

NAMUR NE 107 is a standard adhered to by manufacturers during the design and fabrication of instruments. NAMUR NE 107…

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Steam Conditioning Valves – Features, Advantages & Applications

The Work of Steam Conditioning Valves & Why they are used in Industrial Processes Typically in an industrial set up,…

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Steam Traps – Basic Features, Types & Applications

A steam trap is a control valve whose basic function is to allow condensate to flow, while preventing the passage…

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Electronic IC Temperature Sensors

Electronic IC temperature sensors are specialized integrated circuits that are used for sensing temperatures in the -55° C to +150°C…

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Testing, Pre-commissioning & Plant Commissioning Requirements

Introduction A new installation must be fully tested to ensure that the equipment is in full working order prior to…

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