Pressure Switches
Dwyer pressure switches are designed to respond to changes in pressure, activating or deactivating a system or component when a specified pressure level is reached.
One of the key features of Dwyer pressure switches is their diverse application range. They are used in HVAC systems to ensure proper air flow, in process industries for controlling pumps and compressors, and in water management systems for monitoring water pressure. Their adaptability makes them suitable for environments where maintaining specific pressure levels is critical for safety, efficiency, and operational reliability.
Dwyer's pressure switches come in various types, including diaphragm-operated, piston-operated, and bellows-operated designs. Each type offers different sensitivity and pressure range capabilities, making them suitable for different applications. For instance, diaphragm-operated pressure switches are often used for low to medium pressure applications, while piston-operated switches are suitable for higher pressure ranges.
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Analog and Digital Control Signals: The Basics
Digital Signals
Digital signals are represented in either a true or false. There is no gray area with digital signals. An example of this might be a light switch. A light switch is either on or off. Another example of this might be a motor that is running or not running. Digital signals can be generated with both AC and DC circuits with varying voltages, currents and resistance. Some practical examples of using digital signals in an industrial environment might be if a pump is running or not running or a whether a valve is open or closed.
Analog Signals
Analog signals convey information in the form of a range. A light switch might be on or off as a digital signal, but a dimmer switch would be an analog signal. It can be on or off, but it can also be somewhere in between. A practical example of using analog signals in an industrial environment would be if there is a need to measure the level of a tank; whether it's full, empty or somewhere in between. Analog signals can take many different forms with some of the more common being a 4 to 20 milliamp signal or a 0 to 5 or 0 to 10 volt signal.
Communication
Communication in a device can either be sent or received. Whether that data is sent or received depends on the type of information. Is there a need to monitor the status of something? If so, an input needs to be received about that information. Is there a need to control something? If so, an output needs to be sent about what needs to occur. Receiving inputs and setting outputs are both things that can be accomplished by using both digital and analog signal types. Therefore, the signals are referred to as analog outputs (AO), analog inputs (AI), digital inputs (DI) or digital outputs (DO).