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The Effective Use of High-Speed Isolated DA Systems for Rapid Transient Electrical Measurements    January 1, 2012

Article By: Mike Hoyer, Molly Bakewell Chamberlin

Lightning strikes, electrical arcs, and power-transmission switchgear testing for power transmission all involve fast, short-duration, high-voltage electrical transients that can wreak havoc on systems; acquiring data on these transients requires specialized hardware and know-how.More>>

System Solutions for Industrial Sensors/Field Transmitters    December 1, 2011

Article By: Deepa Kalyanaraman

In this article, we review some of the latest trends and system considerations involved when designing sensors and transmitters for industrial automation applications.More>>

Highly Accurate Motion Sensing and Control for Industrial Applications    November 1, 2011

Article By: Bob Porooshani

Until recently, inertial measurement units (IMUs) traditionally have been associated with military uses (for high-end IMUs) or consumer products (for low-end IMUs) but the marketplace has lacked an IMU that balances high performance and cost sensitivity for industrial applications. The S4E5A0A0...More>>


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Candlestick Sensor from Advanced Thermal Solutions   March 30, 2006

The MS 1000-CS-WC from Advanced Thermal Solutions Inc., Norwood, MA, is a candlestick-design sensor that measures both temperature and air velocity for characterizing thermal conditions in electronic systems. Sensors are calibrated for low- (natural convection) and high-velocity flows and are...More>>

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Inductive Proximity Switches from Contrinex   March 30, 2006

Series 509 M8 analog sensors from Contrinex Inc., Old Saybrook, CT, have a 0–4 mm sensing range and offer temperature stability between –25°C and 70°C and repeat accuracy. Sensors are available with output voltage ranges of 0–5 V or 0–10 V. Applications include regulated approach to end...More>>

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UV Hazard Meter from Gigahertz-Optik   March 30, 2006

The handheld X1-1 from Gigahertz-Optik Inc., Newburyport, MA, provides and displays separate UV-C/B, UV-A detector measurements and can calculate and display the sum of the two detector readings for more accurate UV hazard assessment per ACGIH/ICNIRP guidelines. The XD-9506 detector covers the full...More>>

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Compact Pressure Transmitter from IFM Efector   March 30, 2006

The PI Series from IFM Efector Inc., Exton, PA, is designed for sanitary applications. The 316 SS transmitter is rated IP69K, withstands high-pressure cleanings and extreme washdown conditions, and offers <0.2% F.S. accuracy. Features include a 4-digit integrated display with continuous indication...More>>