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There are 12 flame classifications specified in UL 94 that are assigned to materials based on the results of these small-scale flame tests. These classifications listed in descending order for each of the following three groupings are used to distinguish a material's burning characteristics after ... Read More
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In addition to flammability considerations, a material's ability to resist ignition from electrical sources is another important factor that must be considered in the selection and evaluation of a material for use in electrical equipment. Possible electrical ignition sources in equipment are: ... Read More
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The glow wire test is used to simulate the effect of heat as may arise in malfunctioning electrical equipment, such as with overloaded or glowing components. Test results provide a way of comparing the ability of materials to extinguish flames and their ability to not produce particles capable of ... Read More
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The National Electrical Code (NEC) Article 600 and UL 48Standard for Safety for Electric Signs are used to evaluate the field installation and construction of electric signs in the U.S. In Canada, the relevant guidelines are the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and CSA 22.2 No. 207. All signs that are ... Read More
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This article provides both basic an detailed information to assist specifiers in the correct selection and application of Load Pins. We would highly recommend reading this, it will be of great help to you. Introduction Load measuring pins are designed for many diverse applications as direct ... Read More
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A load cell or loadcell is a highly accurate device that is used to measure weight or force in a number of different applications. They can be used to measure compression, tension, bending or shear forces. The load cell itself is a transducer that is used to convert force into an electrical signal. ... Read More
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For Load Cell, Load Pins, Shackle Load Cell and Force Sensors To convert from To convert to Mutiply by Newton (N) Gram (g) 101.972 Newton (N) Kilograms(kg) 0.101972 Newton (N) Ounce (oz) 3.59694 Newton (N) Pound (lb) 0.224809 Gram (g) Newton (N) 0.00980665 Gram (g) Ounce (oz) 0.035274 Kilogram (kg) ... Read More
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Calibration can be defined as a set of operations that compares the accuracy of a measuring instrument of any type (such as a load cell) against a recognised standard. The process of calibration may also include adjusting the measuring instrument to bring it in alignment with the standard. By ... Read More
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ABSOLUTE PRESSURE The pressure measured relative to zero pressure (ie, vacuum). ACCELERATION Acceleration error expressed as percent of SENSITIVITY full scale output per unit acceleration. AMBIENT TEMPERATURE The temperature of the medium surrounding the transducer. AXIAL LOAD A load applied along ... Read More
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Which is usually the second part of ingress protection (IP) specified in IEC 60529. The second characteristic numeral (such as IPx4) describes the degree of protection against ingress of water with harmful effects. Table 1: Brief Explanation of IP Code IP Code Description Water Ingress IP x0 Non... Read More
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