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Fuse boxes and circuit breakers are the heart of a building’s electrical system. Both serve the function of diverting electricity delivered by a utility company to all areas of a building, whether it is a home or commercial setting. Moreover, they protect sensitive networks from overloads, short circuits, or ground faults by terminating wire connections when they overheat. In buildings built before the 1960s, fuse boxes are still often found, whereas circuit breakers are typically installed in newer infrastructure. Even though both systems perform the same function, most buildings eventually upgrade to circuit breakers for a number of reasons. To find out which option may be best for your operations, read on to learn more about the differences between fuse boxes and circuit breakers.

A pressure measurement sensor, also called a pressure transducer or pressure sensor, converts an input mechanical pressure into an electrical output signal. There are a wide range of pressure transducer types on the market, each of which is classified by its size, capacity, measurement method, sensing technology, and output requirements. In this blog, we will provide a brief overview of pressure measurement sensors and their working principle.

Many systems are sensitive to changes in pressure and require monitoring for safe and proper operations. Leaks or building pressure in systems that rely on the steady flow of a fluid media can potentially cause damage, so pressure gauges are used to measure pressure for consistency. When procuring an instrument like a pressure gauge, it is important to select the proper style so you may obtain the most accurate readings. As such, this blog will explore the differences in pressure gauges and how to decide which works best for your specific needs.

Mechanical drives transmit torque, motion, and power from the motor shaft to the drive sheave. More than that, they adjust the intensity, direction, and speed of such factors to suit a wide range of operational requirements. There are a few main types of mechanical drives, all of which can be classified into two major categories: positive and non-positive drives.

With so many adhesive tapes on the market, it can be difficult to narrow down your options. You may ask yourself: “Is electrical tape or PVC tape better for my project?” To answer this, we have to outline the differences between the two, their unique features, and applications.

Compression fittings are commonly used in plumbing and electrical conduit systems to join two tubes or thin-walled pipes together. They are especially useful for joining pipes or tubes with a small flow diameter as well as for those in low-pressure environments between -5 PSI and 125 PSI. Compression fittings can be categorized into two general types: Type A and Type B. Knowing the different designs, uses, and installation processes for these two types can be helpful for choosing the right option to fit any application.

In the realm of electronics, a diode is simply a two-terminal component capable of conducting current in a single direction. The single conducting path is made possible through a low resistance being present in one direction while having high resistance in the other, and this capability allows diodes to be used as rectifiers, voltage regulators, switches, signal mixers, oscillators, and more. Depending on one’s needs, there are a number of diode types that are commonly available, each featuring distinct properties that allow them to benefit certain applications. One of these distinct diode types is the Zener diode, that of which we will briefly discuss in this piece.

With the continuous advancements in the electronics realm, users are finding it difficult to distinguish between memory storage devices. Different types of memory storage devices are utilized for various applications, all which vary based on availability, ease-of-use, speed, and other factors. For example, EEPROM is preferred when data must be accessed byte-wise. Flash memory devices, on the other hand, are just one type of storage device that are used when a large amount of data is involved.

Current sensors, also commonly called current transformers or CTs, measure the current flowing through a wire by detecting it and producing a proportional output. They work for both alternating and direct currents, allowing us to measure current passively without any interruptive interference in the circuit. They are positioned around the conductor in which current needs to be measured, and are generally used for proof-of-operation, monitoring, and logging applications. With the basics in order, let us now learn more about current sensors in detail.

Pillow block bearings are common bearing components that are found in various applications, serving to support a rotating shaft by acting as a pedestal. Pillow blocks are often referred to as a plummer block, and they come in the form of a mounting block assembly that is capable of housing a bearing within it. To securely mount and adjust the assembly, pillow block bearings feature mounting holes on their base. While pillow blocks themselves are fairly common to one another, they generally differ based on the bearing type that serves as the insert. In this blog, we will discuss the various insert bearing types that are featured with pillow block bearings, allowing you to better choose between the array options that are available on the market.