IOThrifty Blog

Explore the FieldLogger, a powerful industrial data logger and data acquisition system with universal inputs, Modbus RTU, Ethernet, cloud connectivity, and more. Ideal for remote monitoring, process control, and industrial automation.

Field of view (FOV) and spot size are critical for accurate infrared temperature measurement. This guide explains how distance-to-spot (D:S) ratios affect sensor performance and why proper alignment and sizing matter when using IR sensors in industrial, HVAC, and research applications. Learn how to calculate spot size, avoid background interference, and improve temperature accuracy when measuring small or distant targets.

In this article, we break down what the heat index is, why it matters in industrial settings, how to measure it (even indoors with hot equipment), and what solutions (like sensor-based monitors) can help. We’ll also touch on new OSHA rules that make heat hazard management a must for employers.

Infrared temperature sensors can struggle with accuracy in environments filled with dust, steam, smoke, or fog. This article explores how environmental interference impacts IR temperature measurements and offers practical tips for overcoming these challenges. Learn how to improve sensor reliability using air purge systems, protective enclosures, fiber optic pyrometers, and strategic placement. Ideal for industrial applications like cement plants, food processing, and metal foundries.

Trying to decide between an infrared temperature sensor and a thermocouple? This guide compares IR sensors and contact thermocouples for industrial, food, HVAC, and manufacturing applications. Learn how each sensor works, their pros and cons, and when to use non-contact infrared temperature measurement versus rugged, embedded thermocouples. Whether you're measuring moving surfaces, extreme heat, or sensitive equipment, this article will help you choose the best temperature sensor for your needs.

A comprehensive guide to understanding the foundations of dew point measurement in compressed air systems. This guide covers ISO 8573-1 industry standards for compressed air systems, the formula behind dew point measurement, and best practices for implementing a reliable dew point monitoring system for your compressed air system.

At IOThrifty, we work with customers from diverse industries—food processing, pharmaceuticals, HVAC, and more—who rely on accurate dew point measurements. Whether you’re monitoring moisture content in compressed air lines or ensuring environmental stability on a manufacturing floor, reliable dew point meters, dew point transmitters, and dew point sensors are essential to maintaining optimal process conditions.

A common question customers ask is whether a humidity or dew point sensor requires periodic recalibration. The answer depends on the specific accuracy requirements of the process in which the sensor is used. Most sensors will drift over time from their original specified accuracy, so periodic verification and adjustment may be required to restore them to their original accuracy specifications.

In this video, learn how to set up the TL400 non-contact level sensor to measure the distance or level of liquids, solids, or grains in tanks under 4 meters tall. We cover wiring the M12 connector for 4–20 mA output, configuring the sensor via Bluetooth using the SigNow mobile app, and connecting it to an N1040i panel meter. Ideal for industrial and environmental monitoring applications, the TL400 offers flexible, high-accuracy level measurement in a compact, easy-to-use design.

Learn how to wire a pressure transducer with a DIN connector in this step-by-step tutorial using the NP400 and NP640 models. We show how to remove the DIN connector, access the screw terminals, and correctly connect power and signal wires for two-wire 4–20 mA transmitters. Perfect for anyone setting up pressure sensors in industrial automation, HVAC, or fluid control systems.