Instruments

Megohmmeter: Function & Operation

The megohmmeter or megger is a portable deflection instrument widely used to check the insulation resistance of electrical cables and…

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Standards Used in Measurements & Their Classifications

For anyone performing a measurement using a particular instrument, it usually matters to know whether the instrument is calibrated or…

3 weeks ago

Oscilloscopes: Function, Features, Applications & Selection Guide

The Function of an Oscilloscope An oscilloscope is an electronic instrument that presents a graphical display of its input voltage…

1 month ago

Pulse Generator: Function, Operation & Applications

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

1 month ago

Instrument Grounding: General Guidelines

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

2 months ago

Function Generator: Features & Applications

Features of Function Generators A function generator is a signal source that can produce different types of waveforms as its…

2 months ago

What are Virtual Instruments?

Virtual instruments (VI) are instruments based on computer software whose controls and displays are presented on a computer screen and…

3 months ago

What is Calibration of the Sensor?

Calibration of the sensor is the relationship between the physical measurement variable input and the signal variable output for that…

3 months ago

The Principle of Operation of an Induction Potentiometer

An induction potentiometer is a rotary type linear-variable inductor with two concentrated windings wound on the stator and on the…

4 months ago

Basic Elements of an Electronic Instrument

An electronic instrument is made up of the following key elements: Transducer Signal modifier Indicating device Fig: Elements of an…

6 months ago