Analysers: Myths Vs Reality – Myth #5
It is a myth that your SF6 analyser shouldn’t be used if the gas is too heavily arced. The reality is that you are most likely going to see arced gas and you need to know how bad it is: Most SF6 analysers perform the SO2/HF test (acidity) first before moving on to the […]
Analysers: Myths Vs Reality – Myth #4
It is a myth that you don’t need batteries in your analyser. The reality is that the use of an internal battery adds many benefits: Increased portability and flexibility: Utilising a battery allows for analysers to be carried up scaffolding or ladders to get them closer to test and fill points allowing reduced hose […]
Analysers: Myths Vs Reality – Myth #3
It is a myth that interchangeable sensors mean you don’t need to replace sensors as they don’t die. The reality is that interchangeable sensors do still have a lifetime and will need changing: Sensors also have a much shorter shelf life if not installed in the instrument as they require small amounts of charge […]
Analysers: Myths Vs Reality – Myth #2
It is a myth that interchangeable sensors reduce your operational downtime, failure rate and cost. The reality is that you have to do all the work! Imagine taking your truck in for a service and having to change the oil yourself! Sensors get couriered to your facility where they can get lost, damaged or […]
Analysers: Myths Vs Reality – Myth #1
It is a myth that SF6 analysers don’t need servicing, just calibration. The reality is that analysers are complex instruments with parts that require servicing and replacing: Dry insulating gases dry out O-rings and seals which eventually crack and allow ambient air into the analyser effecting readings Hoses and fittings need pressure testing (burst […]
