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The Proper Use of Guided-Wave Radar in Steam Loops    May 1, 2012

Article By: Keith Riley, Ravi Jethra

This article discusses the use of guided-wave radar (GWR), also known as time-domain reflectometry (TDR), in your steam loop, including the way that this technology functions and how it differs from more traditional forms of level indication.More>>

Testing a High-Survivability, High-Shock 20,000 g Accelerometer, Part 2: Device Characterization and High-Shock Testing    April 1, 2012

Article By: Randy Martin, James Letterneau, Tom Kwa

The second part of this two-part article continues our description of the methods used to characterize the Endevco high-shock, high-survivability accelerometer, including the results obtained from testing in simulated environments.More>>

Testing a High-Survivability, High-Shock 20,000 g Accelerometer, Part 1: Preliminary Prototype Testing    March 1, 2012

Article By: Randy Martin, James Letterneau, Tom Kwa

This two-part article introduces Meggitt's lightly damped, mechanically stopped, high-survivability, Endevco 20,000 g shock accelerometer. Part 1 focuses on the results from preliminary prototype testing of sensor dynamic properties while Part 2 will discuss further device characterization and...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>>