Steam Traps – Basic Features, Types & Applications

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A steam trap is a control valve whose basic function is to allow condensate to flow, while preventing the passage…

Electronic IC Temperature Sensors

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Electronic IC temperature sensors are specialized integrated circuits that are used for sensing temperatures in the -55° C to +150°C…

CAMAC (IEEE-583) Modular Instrumentation Standard

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The IEEE-583, IEEE-595, and IEEE 596 CAMAC (Computer Aided Measurement and Control) standards define a hardware and data transmission system…

Pulse Generator: Function, Operation & Applications

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The Function of a Pulse Generator A pulse generator is an electronic instrument used to generate pulses for use in…

Testing, Pre-commissioning & Plant Commissioning Requirements

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Introduction A new installation must be fully tested to ensure that the equipment is in full working order prior to…

What is the Function of a Steam Desuperheater?

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Whereas superheated steam offers an excellent source of energy for mechanical power generation, in most cases, steam at greatly reduced…

Control Valve Selection Guide

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Valves are manual or automatic fluid controlling elements in a piping system; in other words, valves isolate, switch, and control…

Volume Booster: Function, Operation & Application

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Function of a Volume Booster A volume booster is a device that amplifies or boosts the volume of air supplied…

Electro-Pneumatic Valve Positioners: Function & Features

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Valve positioners are motion-control devices that are made in such a way to actively compare valve stem position against the…

Instrument Grounding: General Guidelines

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Specific attention must be paid to instrument grounding, especially where field instruments are connected to a computer or microprocessor based…