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Fluid Flow Measurement using Futek Load Cell

Fluid Flow Rate Measurement

Futek LSB Miniature S-Beam Jr Load Cell Application – Fluid Flow Rate Measurement Fluid Flow Rate Measurement in food production, blood infusions, catheterisation, and chemical compounding requires sanitary and sterile processes. Non-contact measurement solutions such as using an occlusion provides one …

accurate temperature measurements with dewesoft iolite

Want Accurate Temperature Measurements?

DEWESOFT –  RTD Temperature Measurement Module for IOLITE DAQ System IOLITE 8xRTD for the most accurate temperature measurements IOLITEi-8xRTD, the latest product in the Dewesoft IOLITE family.  It is an 8-channel module.  Which is the perfect solution for accurate temperature measurement …

COM Express Carrier Card Video

3 Reasons why to use COM Express

3 Reasons to use COM Express for Embedded Computer Systems Acromag have given us 3 Reasons why to use COM Express for Embedded Computing Applications. Further information Aside from the small size and ruggedness characteristics of COM Express systems.  The major …

G Force Accelerometer

G Force Accelerometer for Max & Avg Measurements

Monnit‘ s ALTA® G Force Accelerometer Max/Avg. Sensor (ALTA GMA) features a groundbreaking ability to deliver real-time G-force alerts with details that aid analysis. Also it is now available. Plus ready to help you with your security, machine health, or manufacturing …

MIL STD 1553 Dual Redundant Data Bus Drawing

MIL STD 1553 what is it and where is it used?

What does MIL STD 1553 Stand For? MIL STD 1553 is a US Military Department of Defence standard initially published in 1973.  It defines the mechanical, electrical and functional characteristics of a Serial Data Bus – a communications system used primarily …

KLV Metadata Graphic Display of HD UHD Video Frame rates

Using KLV Metadata for Telemetry

This technical brief on “Using KLV Metadata for Telemetry” was written by Paul Hightower from Instrumentation Technology Systems  for more information, contact us. When the Society of Motion Pictures and Television Engineers (SMPTE) created digital video frames (SMTPE 274 and SMPT …

Rotor Balancing Software Screen by Dewesoft

Rotor Balancing

Rotor Balancing Firstly, Rotor Balancing is the process eliminating unbalance and vibrations in rotating machinery.  Secondly, Balanced Rotors are essential for smooth operation, reduced material defects and a longer machine life.  It is a preventative machinery diagnostics tool.  Finally, it will …

Modbus - Modbus RTU I/O Module

What is Modbus?

The Modbus Protocol was developed in 1979 by Modicon, Incorporated (purchased by Schneider Electric).  It was for use in industrial automation systems and Modicon programmable controllers.  It has since become an industry standard method for the transfer of discrete/analog I/O information …

Measuring shaft thrust with a load cell app note

Measuring Rotary Shaft Thrust with load cell

This application note on how to measure rotary shaft thrust in machinery with a load cell is kindly provided, by our friends FUTEK. Application Summary  on Measuring Rotary Shaft Thrust with a Load Cell In order for turbines, drills, linear and lead …

PCB Board - Printed Circuit Board Checklist

Printed Circuit Board Troubleshooting Checklist

Huntron have put together a Printed Circuit Board Checklist of items as a first step to trouble shooting a board.  This checklist can assist a technician.  It can save time, money and headaches.   Do this inspection procedure at the beginning of …