Engineering Insights | Page 5

Single-phase AC power, DC power, and three-phase AC power each have their own characteristics and uses. Let’s explore their differences and similarities.

One common issue that can lead to premature failure of heating elements is leadwire failure. Understanding the causes of leadwire failure and implementing preventive measures can significantly extend the lifespan of heaters.

A PID controller is more advanced than an old-fashioned wall-mounted thermostat and performs more calculations when determining how to control a process.

What is the difference between a distributed wattage heater and a zoned heater? Almost any heater that uses a wound coil can use one of these construction methods of controlling watt density.

There are normal variations in the dimensions and electrical properties of heaters we build, and it’s good to know what they are so there are no surprises.

Explore four different temperature scales, Fahrenheit, Celsius, Kelvin, and Rankine, tracing their historical origins and delving into their modern day uses.

TUTCO received an interesting request from a customer seeking a heating solution for their home brew moonshine steel kettle to optimize the distilling process.