Instrumentation Formulas

How to do 4-20mA Conversions Easily
  • Formulas

How to do 4-20mA Conversions Easily

Generally it is possible to generate a “custom” linear equation in the form of y = mx + b for any linear…

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  • Formulas

4-20mA Formulas and Examples

4-20 mA transmitter current output can be converted to the voltage within a specified range, from 0 to a maximal amplitude Vmax,…

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  • PLC Tutorials

PLC Analog Input Conversion Formula

For any unit conversion on any PLC, you can use four function math with the following for PLC Analog Input…

3 years ago
  • Pressure Measurement

Scaling Sensor Output to Engineering Units

Sensor Scaling - Converting Current and Voltage Inputs To Engineering Units Such As psi, Deg C, m3/hr etc... Sensor Scaling…

5 years ago
  • Formulas

Linear to Square Root Extraction

In Linear to Square Root Conversion, Relationship is non-linear there is a greater change in flow at low pressures compared…

6 months ago
  • Temperature Measurement

Calculate Temperature Coefficient of RTD

RTD's are based on the principle that the resistance of a metal increases with temperature. The temperature coefficient of resistance (TCR)…

4 years ago
  • Formulas

Formula to Calculate 3-15psi from 4-20mA Current

The amount of psi can also be calculated from the amount of the milliamp signal, or one can calculate the amount of the milliamp…

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  • Solenoid Valve

Calculate Flow Coefficient Kv of Solenoid Valve

Flow Coefficient Kv Definition Kv-value: Amount of flow (m3/hour) of water of 20°C in a valve with a pressure loss…

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  • Formulas

Calculate Process Variable from 4-20mA using Fraction of Measurement

An electronic transmitter with an output of 4 - 20 mA is calibrated for a pressure range of 7 -…

5 years ago
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Calculate Process Variable from Transmitter Current

A pH transmitter has a calibrated  range  of 4 pH to 10 pH, with a 4-20 mA output  signal. Calculate…

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