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Within an industrial setting, noise from EMI can create huge problems. For large load devices using many amps of current,…

Within an industrial setting, noise from EMI can create huge problems. For large load devices using many amps of current, small electrical noise may not be too critical. But when it comes to low-voltage and low-current communication wires, just a small amount of voltage finding its way onto a wire can corrupt data transmissions. Shielded cables can help to protect against that problem.

Simple voltage measurements from a multimeter are the most frequently used function in these tools. Some of them are more…

Simple voltage measurements from a multimeter are the most frequently used function in these tools. Some of them are more difficult to understand than others, and this is definitely the case when comparing AC to DC voltage.

The simplest and most common measurement to obtain using a multimeter is voltage, in fact, they are often called…

The simplest and most common measurement to obtain using a multimeter is voltage, in fact, they are often called ‘voltmeters’ for this reason.

In today’s’ world, a lot of connections are going wireless. But that signal has to start somewhere, and it’s likely…

In today’s’ world, a lot of connections are going wireless. But that signal has to start somewhere, and it’s likely to start on a wire. That wire has to connect to other hardware, like antennas, transducers, and computers to name just a few.

In this article, we will discuss the application and identification of NPN sensors, clarifying why they work and how to…

In this article, we will discuss the application and identification of NPN sensors, clarifying why they work and how to properly use them in a control circuit setting.

Why do we need to use PNP sensors in certain applications, and which markings and diagrams allow us to identify these devices?

Why do we need to use PNP sensors in certain applications, and which markings and diagrams allow us to identify these devices?

PID controllers are an excellent method of using feedback to turn an otherwise open-loop system into one which can follow…

PID controllers are an excellent method of using feedback to turn an otherwise open-loop system into one which can follow a carefully prescribed profile, correcting for inconsistencies caused by the equipment, the environment, and even the products in the manufacturing process.