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Thermocouple

Pyrometer or Surface Thermocouples: Which Is Better for Tube Wall Temperature Monitoring?

Alina Green | Know-how, Temperature

Operators of steam methane reformers have various methods at their disposal for measuring tube wall temperature, but the best solution for accurate and continuous temperature measurement are surface thermocouples. The furnace tubes of a steam methane reformer (SMR) …

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WIKA’s Tefracto-Pad® Thermocouple: Accuracy in Extreme Heat

Gabriel Gonzales | Know-how, Temperature

WIKA proves the accuracy of our patent-pending Tefracto-Pad ® , an innovative tubeskin thermocouple assembly that offers reliable performance even under severe heat flux. Accurate temperature readings of furnace tubeskins allow process industries to maximize …

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SIL 3 Certification: What It Is and How the Flex-R Thermocouple Assembly Earned It

Robert Torgerson | Applications, Temperature

A measure of performance and dependability, Safety Integrity Level (SIL) ratings take into account on-demand failures and risk-reduction factors, and is valid for five years. Reapproved on January 28, 2022, WIKA’s SIL 3-certified multipoint thermocouple assembly …

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Using Motor Sensors for Predictive Maintenance Helps Businesses Save Time and Money

Patrick McGrath | Applications, Temperature

Predictive maintenance is vital to keep equipment running at its peak at all times. In a variety of industries, using wireless sensors for motor condition monitoring helps minimize unplanned shutdowns and reduce the cost of maintenance. Motors are the workhorses …

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How Many Thermocouples Types Are There, and What Makes Each One Different?

Gabriel Gonzales | Know-how, Temperature

Type K, Type J, Type N – the list of thermocouple types seems like an alphabet soup. And as technology improves and manufacturers come up with more options, it can be hard to keep track of all the various names and classifications. This article outlines the 11 most …

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In our WIKA US blog you can expect many interesting articles on pressure, temperature, level and flow measurement, and also on the subject of calibration technology. Furthermore, there are various insights into the world of the WIKA group of companies – seen from different angles.

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  • 8 Common Reasons For Pressure Gauge Failure

  • Pressure Gauge Know-How: Difference Between NPT and G Connections

  • Pt100 and Pt1000 Sensors: Important Facts and Differences


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