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Interpreting a P&ID or DTI Diagram, from Scratch (part 2 of 2)

We continue with our analysis of a P&ID (or DTI) diagram, which we left unfinished in Part 1. If you haven't seen or studied it, I suggest you do so.

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Interpreting a P&ID or DTI Diagram, from Scratch (part 1 of 2)

If you are in the world of Industrial Instrumentation, Automation, Electricity and related areas, knowing how to correctly interpret all the diagrams and Engineering documentation of projects is VITAL.

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RTDs or Thermocouples? Which is Better? How to Choose?

One of the biggest questions I've always seen among automation technicians and professionals is whether to use RTDs or thermocouples. Both are widely used, almost as mandatory components.

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Effect of noise on instrumentation circuits: criteria for minimizing the effects

Every electrical circuit has noise to a greater or lesser degree. This becomes undesirable when the signal-to-noise ratio becomes low enough to negatively affect the circuit's operation.

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Smart transmitters and valves today

Digital transmitters digitize the measured analog signal and use a microprocessor. The analog signal entering the transmitter is digitized with an ADC. Due to the time required to quantize

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Communication Interfaces in Instrumentation… types and definitions

A primary consideration in this field is that data transmission lines are inexpensive and reliable. This reflects not only the type of cable used but also

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Digital Field Instruments, Transmission and Communication Means and Modes – Part 2

TRANSMISSION MODES When a signal is sent from one device to another, it must first pass through an interface to the transmission medium. There are two basic ways to

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Digital Field Instruments, Transmission and Communication Means and Modes – Part 1

Currently, there is a growing trend towards the development of instrumentation and control equipment that communicates via digital signals, replacing analog ones. It is therefore important to understand

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Solenoid valves and variable speed drives… other final control elements

In addition to the control valves described above, we will refer to some other devices that, commanded by the controller, serve to finally regulate a process according to the desired values.

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Step-by-step example... How to size a control valve

In this article, we'll see quickly and easily how to size a control valve to fit our needs and budget. Let's assume we have

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