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OEM Integration: 5 Reasons to Consider VCP Functionality for Data Integration

VCP functionality is revolutionizing data integration for OEMs in the testing industry, streamlining integration efforts, improving reliability and security, providing flexibility, and optimizing maintenance. By leveraging this innovative solution, OEMs can optimize their testing operations and focus on what matters most.

What is robustness, and how is it implemented in Dracal?

Dracal measurement instruments are robust. See our definition of robustness and the mechanisms implemented to ensure the mechanical, electrical, and software robustness of a Dracal measurement system.

5 Reasons to Choose a Calibratable Instrument

In this article, find out why we offer the option to purchase a calibratable instrument (-CAL) and why it could suit you.

7 tips for comparing two instruments accurately

In this article, we present 7 key elements to check when comparing measurements between 2 instruments to avoid diagnostic errors that can be costly to the progress of your project.

Documentation of the 3-Point User-Calibration Mechanism

Discover how user calibration in 3 points is implemented in your calibratable products (products with the -CAL suffix).

Digital barometers

A digital precision barometer is used to calculate altitude, and if there is a temperature compensation mechanism, the data returned is more accurate.

How to measure atmospheric pressure?

The atmospheric pressure is an absolute pressure measured by a barometer. The sensors for the different types of pressure and the main barometers are explored.

USB barometer: some applications

A barometer measures atmospheric pressure. Data logging is made easier when the air pressure sensor is integrated into a USB port.

Sensor or Measuring Instrument: What Does Dracal Offer?

Dracal Technologies offers USB measurement instruments, whose main component is a precision sensor to acquire environmental data.

Relative Humidity Data: Why Is Temperature Necessary?

Relative humidity and temperature sensors are fairly common. Why? Knowing the temperature and the relative humidity is useful to avoid condensation.

Calibration or adjustment?

What is a calibration? In common usage, calibration consists in correcting the value given by an instrument during a measurement. It is in fact an adjustment, as per the International Vocabulary of Metrology. See some explanations and what Dracal offers.

Data Harmonization and Why Automate It

Logging data from several sensors leads to the need to harmonize this data. A DAQ system makes it possible to do this automatically.

What Is the Traceability of an Instrument?

The traceability certificate ensures precision and accuracy. It is provided by an accredited laboratory using instruments with documented calibration.

Data Logger or Data Acquisition System: What Is the Difference?

The data acquisition system is a powerful integration and visualization tool for recording temperature, atmospheric pressure, relative humidity, etc.

Where Are QTenki, usbtenkiget and the Others?

In June 2022, we rebranded our visualization, logging and data integration tools for our instruments. See how this change will impact (or not!) our current users.

Calibrating Your Device: 5 Advantages of Opting for the 3-point User-Calibration Mechanism

The math channels available in our visualization and logging software allow you to implement formulas involving the various channels of Dracal USB sensors. In particular, the implementation of functions “equivalent” to a calibration can be implemented manually and be accessible in the graphing and logging tab. Why would you then choose a device (-CAL) that […]

Measuring Relative Humidity: 15 Do’s and Don’ts

Presentation of 15 recommendations for measuring relative humidity with our precision electronic hygrometers.

What Is the Dew Point and Why Is It Important?

An intuitive definition of the dew point, examples of applications and illustration of why it is important.

What Is Relative Humidity and Why Is It Important?

An intuitive description of relative humidity, its behavior in relation to changing environmental factors and its importance in both general and specific applications.

What Is a Pt100 RTD Sensor?

A resistance temperature detector (RTD) operates based on the principle that metals change their electrical resistance according to temperature. This article addresses what a Pt100 probe is and how a resistance temperature sensor works.