With the key phrase “potentially explosive atmospheres”, many users immediately think about areas that contain flammable gases and now know that only ATEX-approved pressure sensors may be used in plant and machinery in these areas. Frequently, however, they …
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What is meant by diagnostic coverage?
| Stefan Heusel | Know-howAn important parameter in the use of pressure sensors in safety devices is the so-called “Diagnostic Coverage” (DC). However, since single-channel, in particular, but also two-channel safety circuits often malfunction or may be defective, a known diagnostic …
Characteristics of the display of a digital indicator
| Anna Zeitler | Know-howThe characteristics of the display are an important selection criterion when deciding on a digital indicator. Here, there are different points that must be considered: 1. The number of segments This concerns the segments used to display the numbers. The more …
Proof of intrinsic safety for an ATEX-approved pressure sensor
| Stefan Heusel | Know-howIn the European Union, the ATEX Directive 94/9/CE is compulsory for plants or machines, in which hazardous substances are processed or produced. It states that only ATEX-approved instruments must be used in hazardous areas within Europe. One frequently selected …
Differences between G1/4″ threads
| Michèle Beyer | Know-howWhat is the difference between the numerous G 1/4" threads? And are they compatible among one another? One of my colleagues also often has troubles and gets confused because of all the various G 1/4" threads which the market has to offer, or which are requested by the …