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How to Use a Multimeter to Diagnose Temperature Measurement Faults Quickly

Accurate temperature measurement is critical in industrial processes, yet technicians often encounter a common problem:the multimeter shows a “normal” resistance or mV value, but the temperature reading in the control system is still wrong. In most cases, the issue is not with the multimeter, but with how the measurement should be interpreted.By understanding the core […]

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Becoming a Qualified Instrumentation Technician: Step Two – Regular Inspections

In the journey of becoming a skilled instrumentation technician, regular inspections of critical equipment are a crucial step. Such equipment plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of production processes. Any malfunction in these systems could lead to significant disruptions. This guide will provide a detailed overview of the essential aspects of regular

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Why Flow Meters Are Commonly Installed Upstream of Control Valves

A Practical Engineering Guide with Real Case Analysis In fluid control systems, both flow meters and control valves are widely used and often installed in series on the same pipeline. A key engineering question frequently arises during design: Should the flow meter be installed before or after the control valve? Although the answer may vary

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DCS System Routine Maintenance: Key Technical Guidelines

A Distributed Control System (DCS) is the core automation platform that ensures safe, stable, and continuous plant operation. To maintain long-term reliability and prevent unexpected shutdowns, a structured routine maintenance program is essential.This document summarizes the key daily, monthly, and quarterly actions required for hardware, software, network infrastructure, and field instrumentation. 1. Hardware Maintenance (Daily

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How to Properly Ground an Electromagnetic Flow Meter

Electromagnetic flow meters are among the most widely used instruments in industrial process measurement—and also among those most prone to installation-related issues. Their output signal is extremely weak and easily affected by electromagnetic interference, so proper grounding and installation are crucial to achieving accurate and stable measurement. This guide explains why grounding is essential, how

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The Functions of Capacitors: A Detailed Overview

Capacitors are essential components in modern electronics, playing a crucial role in various circuits and applications. Their ability to store and release energy makes them versatile and indispensable. Here is an in-depth look at the primary functions of capacitors: 1. Energy Storage and Release Capacitors can store electrical energy in the form of an electric

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Distillation Column Stability: Understanding the Real Causes Behind Operational Fluctuations

Distillation is often perceived as one of the simplest unit operations in chemical processing. In reality, a distillation column is a highly integrated thermal–hydraulic–mass transfer system whose stability depends on the precise interaction of heat input, vapor–liquid equilibrium, internal pressure dynamics, and control strategy. When a column becomes unstable, operators are frequently blamed. However, most

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A Professional Guide to Identifying and Selecting Thermocouple Compensation Cables

Thermocouple compensation cables play a critical role in temperature measurement systems. They extend the thermocouple signal from the sensing point to the control room while maintaining measurement accuracy. Selecting the correct compensation cable ensures stable signal transmission, reduces cold-junction influence, and minimizes measurement error. This guide explains how to correctly identify different types of compensation

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Comprehensive Optimization Strategies for Cable Manufacturing: Ensuring Consistency, Quality, and Cost Efficiency

Cable manufacturing is a highly integrated process involving raw material preparation, conductor processing, insulation and sheathing extrusion, quality testing, and final packaging. To maintain stable product quality and support long-term customer reliability, manufacturers must optimize across the entire production chain. This article summarizes eight key dimensions of optimization that significantly enhance product quality, reduce defects,

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Comprehensive Rainy-Season Protection Strategy for Chemical Plant Instrumentation

Industrial instrumentation in chemical plants is highly vulnerable during the rainy season due to moisture intrusion, condensation, lightning surges, corrosion, and cable insulation degradation.This document provides a systematic and actionable protection strategy based on four principles: Prevent Water Ingress • Prevent Moisture & Condensation • Prevent Lightning & Surge Damage • Prevent Corrosion & Short-Circuit

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