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The DTA100USD Multifunction Time Relay from ATC Diversified Electronics offers versatile, reliable control with 10 timing functions and universal power compatibility. It’s easy to use, boosts efficiency, and is perfect for a range of industrial applications, ensuring smooth and precise operations.

Explore the world of digital pressure gauges, their high accuracy, durability, and advanced features. Learn how they outperform analog gauges in industrial, laboratory, and HVAC applications. Find your ideal gauge at Big Bear Instruments.

The ULS-200 Solid-State Point-Level Sensor from Gems Sensors is perfect for tough industrial needs. It accurately detects water, oil, and hydrocarbons. Compact and durable. With solid-state technology and customizable time delays, the ULS-200 is reliable and versatile, ideal for replacing outdated float-type switches.

Discover Big Bear Instrument's new partnership with Amphenol Advanced Sensors, enhancing our environmental monitoring solutions.

Dive into our temperature switch lineup, comparing fixed vs. adjustable setpoints. Make informed decisions for optimal performance in diverse applications.

Explore precision with Big Bear Instruments, your trusted process control solutions partner. In our latest post, we simplify selecting the right temperature controller for your industrial or OEM needs.

Big Bear Instruments presents a concise guide on troubleshooting pressure gauges in industrial settings. The blog addresses common questions, highlights the importance of recalibration, and explores practical tips for resolving issues like vibration, pulsation, extreme temperature, and more. Emphasizing the need for accuracy, the post concludes by showcasing Big Bear Instruments' calibration services and quality gauge options.

Explore the comprehensive guide on pressure gauge calibration by Big Bear Instruments. Learn the importance of precise calibration, discover essential calibration steps, and find expert tips for a smooth calibration process. Contact us for professional calibration services and ensure optimal safety and efficiency in your industrial operations.

How to choose the right pressure gauge is an in-depth exploration of standard and digital pressure gauges. It provides detailed insights into the key factors to consider when selecting the right pressure gauge for their industrial applications. The blog covers topics such as dial size, connection material, pressure range, application-specific considerations, accuracy, special features, output, and more. It also offers practical tips to help readers make informed choices and optimize their pressure monitoring processes. Additionally, it highlights the importance of precision instrumentation and concludes with a call to action for further exploration of pressure gauge options.

Ashcroft is excited to announce the release of the S1 pressure transducer. Get reliable pressure measurements with an economical new transducer for OEM applications. Ashcroft is excited to announce the release of the S1 pressure transducer. Specially made for mobile hydraulics, performance racing, agriculture and refrigeration applications, it’s a reliable solution for harsh environments.

The Ashcroft^® S1 OEM pressure transducer incorporates Ashcroft’s proven CVD sensing technology to provide a cost effective transducer that provides superior performance. The S1 is a hydraulic pressure sensor designed to provide uncompromised performance especially for applications that see high shock, vibration and excessive pressure cycling. The S1 utilizes a high-performance ASIC and digital compensation to provide excellent temperature performance, while the thin film sensor enables long-term stability. An ideal choice for pressure measurement for mid to high volume applications.

Key Features:

• Compact Design
• All Stainless Steel sensor element
• Polysilicon thin film sensor
• Highly configurable, wide selection of pressure & electrical connectors, outputs, and pressure ranges

What Does It Mean? Ashcroft’s TruAccuracy™ specification is exclusively based on terminal point methodology instead of statistically derived schemes like ‘best fit straight line’. TruAccuracy™ means the Ashcroft S1 has standard span accuracy of ±1.00% with option to purchase as ±0.50% out of the box. Zero and span setting errors are already included in the standard ±1.00% or optional ±0.50% of span accuracy spec The S1 is ready to be installed with no additional calibration adjustments required. A unit from another manufacturer advertised as ±0.25% best fit straight line may actually be a ±1.25% to ±2.25% device. Using best fit straight line method, the accuracy spec does not include zero and span setting errors, which can be as much as ±1.00% each.

Check out this blog post By: Steve St. Hilaire, Product Marketing Leader where he dives into the features and specifications of this new pressure transducer so you can see if it’s the right fit for your process.

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Gefran 650, 1250 and 1350 Controllers

Gefran offers a series of solutions for all applications requiring accurate and safe PID control. Actions needed to address today's challenges in various sectors of industry. Gefran offers a wide range of products that are scalable in both performance and features. PID controllers are designed with a special focus on ease of use and configuration. LCD touchscreen displays provide clear and immediate information on process status and ensure safe operation.
Temperatures within a machine or process can fluctuate slightly and that change, if unnoticed, can ruin products. That's why having an accurate temperature controller that is easy to use and
monitor is important. Big Bear offers a full list of temperature controllers that are equipped with the best comprehensive control for most temperature and process control loops. They are designed to be reliable in the most demanding manufacturing or scientific applications. Sort by manufacturer, series, controller type, DIN size, or input type to find the best controller for your needed application.

Tutorial for configuration of PID controllers

 

Eagle Signal's CT4 Percentage Timer is designed for use in applications where repetitive "on" time of a fixed cycle needs to be a variable.  A good example of an application that can benefit from this timer is in center-pivot crop irrigation systems.
When looking at center pivot irrigation systems, most are driven by a small electric motor mounted on a tower panel.  Those electric motors are then controlled by a percentage timer, which is an essential part of the system.  Since crop irrigation requires intervals of water through a system of sprinklers, omitting the percentage timer would require the farmer to manually switch the irrigation system on and off.  Implementing the percentage timer on the irrigation system allows the farmer to "set it and forget it," leaving more time for their other duties to be accomplished.
Some highlights of Eagle Signal's CT4 percentage timer for this application include:

Effortless Installation & Use

• Simple wiring - only 4 electrical connections in a straight line on the back of the timer's body
• Can easily be mounted on the control plane of a system
• Users can quickly switch from one percentage to the next with its easy turn knob
• Hands-on interface that includes variable adjustment options & quick maintenance

• Features a plastic guard over the terminal block to help protect the user's fingers from being exposed to the contactors
• Timer does not rotate any further once set (unless using intentional force)
• Durable housing protects the internal mechanics of the timer from environmental elements
• UL Recognized and CE compliant

Another note worth mentioning is the CT4 has dimensions that fit the same cutout as the Eagle Signal HQ4E, making it a suitable replacement unit.  The CT4 offers functional improvements over the HQ4E and the ATC percent timer such as better connections, enclosed electronics, and upgraded potentiometer.
We especially like the CT4 percentage timer because of its reliability and easy use.  If you are interested in learning more or have other questions regarding what timer is best for your application, contact us.  One of our technical specialists would be happy to help.