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Strip Heater What Is A Strip Heater And What Is It Used For?

A strip heater is a device which is mounted on a surface and used to heat the surface or air (gasses).

What is a Cartridge Heater and how does it work? What Is A Cartridge Heater And What Is Used For? – Omega Engineering

Cartridge heaters are most frequently used for heating metal parts by insertion into drilled holes.

Industrial Heaters what is an industrial electric heater?

Electric heaters are used in a variety of processes where the temperature of an object or process needs to be increased.

Everything you need to know about Immersion Heaters Everything you need to know about Immersion Heaters

An immersion heater is a device which is installed in a tank or container to heat a liquid. The installation can be over-the-side, flanged, or threaded.

An Introduction to Flow Meters An Introduction to Flow Meters

As the name implies a Flow meter is an instrument for monitoring, measuring, or recording the rate of flow, pressure, or discharge of liquids or gasses.

What is an Ultrasonic Flow Meter? What is an Ultrasonic Flow Meter?

An ultrasonic flow meter (non-intrusive Doppler flow meter) is a volumetric flow meter which requires particulates or bubbles in the flow.

What are Electromagnetic Flow Meters? What are Electromagnetic Flow Meters?

A magnetic flow meter (mag flow meter) is a volumetric flow meter which does not have any moving parts and is ideal for wastewater applications or any dirty liquid which is conductive or water based.

What is a Coriolis Flow Meter and How Does it Work? What Is A Coriolis Flow Meter and How Does It Work

A Coriolis flow meter is a type of mass flow meter. It is designed differently and works differently than thermal or differential mass flow meters.

Strain Gauges Strain Gauges, How does it work?

A Strain gage (sometimes referred to as a Strain Gauge) is a sensor whose resistance varies with applied force; It converts force, pressure, tension, weight, etc., into a change in electrical resistance which can then be measured.

What is a Linear Variable Differential Transformer? What is a LVDT Sensor?

An LVDT is an electromechanical device used to convert mechanical motion or vibrations, specifically rectilinear motion, into a variable electrical current, voltage or electric signals, and the reverse.

Installing a Load Cell: Best Practices Installing a Load Cell. How to mount and connect a load cell?

Each load cell installation is unique. Consult a structural engineer when your application requires very high accuracy, long-term stability, custom specifications, or when using in a varied R&D environment.

Blog Fine-Tuning the Noise

Fine-Tuning the Noise A signal conditioner is a device that converts one type of electronic signal into a another type of signal. Its primary use is to convert a signal that may be difficult to read by conventional instrumentation into a more easily read format.

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Blog Digital Panel Meters

Digital Panel Meters Accurate measurement of electrical parameters is crucial for efficient operation and safety across a wide range of applications. Digital panel meters, which provide a precise, real-time display of vital electrical quantities – such as voltage, current, resistance, frequency, strain, and temperature – can assist in achieving this high level of accuracy. These devices offer a user-friendly interface with clear numerical displays – eliminating the guesswork that often accompanies analog meters and allowing operators to monitor system performance at a glance.

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Technical Learning Fluid Dynamics

Fluid Dynamics Measuring and monitoring fluid levels accurately and precisely requires choosing the correct methodology for the target medium and vessel.

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Blog Brewing Up Precision

Brewing Up Precision In this application, the purpose is to measure the temperature of the motor in an industrial coffee grinder during the grinding process to better understand the strain on the motor.

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Technical Learning IIoT and Small Businesses: A Match Made in the Cloud

IIoT and Small Businesses: A Match Made in the Cloud Operational efficiency is key to the success of any small business, and IIoT essentially helps you achieve that by turning your offline processes to online through a connected environment.

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Blog Bridging the Gap

Bridging the Gap Monitoring bridge health involves utilizing various methods and technologies to track data points and assess the overall condition and performance of a bridge over a period of time.

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Technical Learning Installation Obstacles: Invasive In-Pipe Immersion Sensors

Installation Obstacles: Invasive In-Pipe Immersion Sensors When it comes to process piping systems, temperature of in-pipe media is often a necessary measurement – and one that needs to be monitored accurately. Traditionally, in-pipe immersion sensors are used. However, invasive in-pipe immersion sensors are often not ideal for use within process piping systems. Here are 3 considerations to take before installing immersion sensors in process piping systems.

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Blog From Rocketry Competitions to Moonwalkers

From Rocketry Competitions to Moonwalkers The Apollo 11 team achieved a historic accomplishment – a feat that symbolized relentless innovation, unwavering commitment, and profound human ambition. The Apollo 11 expedition stands not only as a pinnacle of post-War American ingenuity, but as an effort that accelerated aerospace technology and ignited imaginations of people across the globe. As a company of engineers – a company that works with engineers, for engineers, by engineers – Omega has held a strong, ongoing commitment to STEM education, ensuring that its impact on science, technology and human achievement endures for years to come. In our continuing efforts to support and encourage access and interest in STEM education across the globe, Omega has sponsored many student-run engineering program – including several collegiate rocketry programs.

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