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SOC’S FAST ACTING SMD FUSE, FROM 28MA!
The MCF3 fuse series:
- 2.4 x 1.5mm, smaller than “1206” size - UL Listed for both AC32V and DC72V - RoHS compliant and Pb-free - Robust wire-in-air construction
- very low resistance compared to “thin film” fuses. - Satisfies IEC60079-11 10.6.2 requirements for encapsulation.
SOC was founded in Japan. We make fuses for over 60 years. We have global coverage with offices in Europe, the USA and Asia. SOC fuses are known for their outstanding quality. Our philosophy is to use only the best raw materials. We manufacture our fuses to the highest quality standards in IATF 16949 certified factories.
SOC Europe B.V.
info@soceurope.nl
www.soceurope.nl +31 33 450 4000
HOW DATA PAVES THE WAY FOR GREENER THERMAL SYSTEMS
TITAN ENTERPRISES ANALYSES SOLUTIONS FOR LOW FLOW LIQUID MEASUREMENT
T
he measurement of low flow is becoming widely used in many industries. However, the smaller the flow, the trickier it is to control and measure, and finding a suitable flow measuring technology at reasonable cost can prove challenging for both users and flow sensor manufacturers.
There is no set definition for ‘low flow’ in terms of measurement limits for fluidics handling. However,
low-flow applications encounter amplified flow stability and performance issues not seen in larger flows. The minimal liquid volume being measured in low flows renders them highly sensitive, such that even the slightest disruptions in process or ambient conditions can exert a substantial impact on flow stability.
Within the markets Titan Enterprises operates in, we consider low flow rates as those below 50 ml/min, with many customers seeking flow rates of between 2 and 20 ml/min.
Titan Enterprises +44 (0)1935 812790
sales@flowmeters.co.uk
THE COMPLETE RANGE OF CONNECTORS FROM SELWYN ELECTRONICS…. A
s a specialist supplier of connectors and cable assemblies for over 30 years, and with particular emphasis on engineering support, Selwyn Electronics has always kept up to date with market trends and new technologies.
The Selwyn portfolio includes: • Extensive range of Waterproof connector • Full range of ODU connectors • Cable Assembly in UK and China • PCB and cable mounted RF connectors • BGA Sockets and adaptors • Circular connectors
So, if you are looking for a reliable and knowledgeable connector supplier for a new product design you are working on, or if you are looking to save costs on a product that is already being manufactured, then Selwyn is the company worth contacting. Their friendly sales staff can help with technical information, samples and prices, and a Sales Engineer can visit if preferred.
Selwyn Electronics 01732 765100
http://www.selwyn.co.uk/ Instrumentation March 2024 71 P
rocess heating is vital in hydrocarbon processing. While conventional methods involve burning fossil fuels, an increasing number of plants are transitioning to electric process heaters. One of the key advantages of this shift is the capability to achieve highly precise control over both the heating element surface temperature and the power consumption of the system. This level of control now extends to predictive control, made achievable through actionable insights derived from data. In this article, Chelsea Hogard, engineering team leader at thermal systems provider Watlow, explores the role that data plays in predictive maintenance.
Electrification
Process heating is a significant source of energy use and greenhouse gas emissions in the industrial sector, and so replacing fossil-fuel based heaters with electric ones running on green energy should yield significant progress towards decarbonisation goals. Adopting solutions for the first time will naturally bring about questions for process end user engineers regarding process variation, network loads, as well as component failure. Modern data collection technology, along with sophisticated data analysis, can monitor processes and allow these kinds of questions to be answered in real time.
Common challenges
Petrochemical refining operations often use heat exchangers in processes that are conducive to coking and fouling. Fouled heaters can contaminate or disrupt processing, and must be cleaned and/ or replaced when issues arise.
Another challenge is that heater elements can occasionally fail. Continued failure of an element eventually leads to an inability to produce enough heat to reach the intended outlet temperature. This can cause further issues with the process in question, including incomplete processing, fouling or film boiling. Being able to detect when an element has failed can avoid more serious problems that lead to unscheduled maintenance.
The right data, in real time
Having accurate data concerning the operation and health of systems and components is crucial in reducing the risks associated with new technology. For example, identifying temperature fluctuations in a process can serve as an early indication of potential coking or fouling, which could lead to maintenance issues in the future. By enabling process end users to recognise patterns of drift that signal impending problems, unplanned downtime can be averted through timely planned maintenance cycles.
Watlow’s new WATCONNECT panels, integrated with Data Insights, continually gather a wide range of data including system power, process values, set points, panel environment and wiring terminal temperatures. This comprehensive data allows the panel to perform the following key functions. This includes monitoring power and temperature controller health to prevent unplanned downtime to enable maintenance, detecting failed elements, facilitating pre-ordering of replacements and scheduling maintenance activities. Additionally, Data Insights also enhances system reliability and prompts maintenance activities to avoid unplanned downtime, while monitoring panel environmental data and providing alerts for changes in environmental conditions that could lead to system failure.
Watlow
www.watlow.com
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