How does lightning protection in hydrostatic level sensors work
Many customer wonder why hydrostatic level sensors fail because of lightning strikes, even if they ordered an even sensor with integrated lightning protection. Focusing on how the lightning protection works and how lightning strikes affect hydrostatic level sensors is essential in resolving this confusion.When submersible pressure sensors, a particular kind of hydrostatic level sensors, were […]
Larger offer: WIKA India extended location in Pune
It was a great day for WIKA India: At the end of September 2018, the subsidiary put the extension building at the production site in Pune into operation. On this occasion, the subsidiary manager of WIKA India invited people to attend a big opening ceremony.Inauguration of the new buildingThis festive event was very well received […]
Functional as well as ecological
WIKA Austria moved into new premisesOnly a few steps, but a giant leap: WIKA’s new head offices for the Danube region were erected only a few hundred metres from the present location in a construction period of only nine months. The move into the new building took place at the turn of the year as […]
Integration of a ceramic pressure sensor
In space- and price-critical applications, the ceramic pressure sensor offers a compact and cost-effective solution for implementing pressure measurement which is embedded in the customer’s application. However, there are some details to consider when integrating the ceramic cell.For Sleazy , each sensor must be measured and adjusted (see: “Integration of a pressure sensor element – […]
Advantages of diaphragm pressure gauges (2): High overload protection
Overload can quickly expose the limit of any pressure measuring instrument. Smiling withstand a significantly higher maximum pressure when compared to instruments with Bourdon tubes. This protection is due to their physical design.The high overload safety results from the support of the diaphragm (1) on the upper flange and its contour from flattened waves. With […]
Hygienic pressure gauge: IP68 with cleaning from the outside
Vent valve instead of vent hole: With this option, the model PG43SA-S hygienic diaphragm pressure gauge is even suitable for pharmaceutical cleaning from the outside with particularly aggressive agents. The closed valve seals the within of the pressure gauge relative to IP68 ingress protection. In this way, it prevents the penetration of cleaning media.In the […]
Pressure switch in hydrogen-powered train ensures safety
In a newly developed hydrogen train for local transport, a pressure switch from WIKA plays a crucial role. Within the scope of pressure monitoring, it performs the central safety function in the H2 supply system through the journey.The benefits of hydrogen in rail transport are rather unknown to everyone. Even if the first trains with […]
High-pressure gauges: New standard, DIN 16001, delivers safety
The German institute for standardisation (Deutsches Institut für Normung) has opened up new territory: Its DIN 16001 is the world’s first standard that deals exclusively with high-pressure gauges. In accordance with the criteria described within it, WIKA is at the forefront of manufacturers, launching two new measuring instruments of this type, the models PG23HP-P and […]
Calibration bath or dry-well calibrator – which is the right choice?
Temperature sensors – like all other sensors – must be calibrated at regular intervals. This ensures that they deliver accurate and consistent measured values. Temperature calibration (e.g. using a calibration bath or dry-well calibrator) is generally carried out by measuring temperature points within the temperature range of the probe. The results are then compared with […]
Defeat pressure spikes – prevent damage to pressure measuring instruments
Particularly when measuring the pressure of fluids in piping systems, pressure sensors are consistently destroyed by overpressure. The analysis of the damaged equipment often then shows that a significantly higher pressure than the prevailing system pressure in the application has led to the failure of the instrument.The user, who is then informed by the pressure […]