Welcome to the Mensor Calibration Blog

In our blog you can expect informative articles on pressure and temperature calibration, testing and precision measurement. You will find solutions for your calibration requirements through our articles on industry specific applications, along with answers to common questions and a dialogue with experts.

All posts by Kellie Bucy

What is a Primary Reference Pressure Standard?

05/13/2020
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Would a standard by any other name still calibrate as accurately?

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Beyond Air Data: Pressure Measurement in Wind Tunnels

04/15/2020
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Wind tunnels are used around the world for measuring the effects of air movement around objects. Airplanes, automobiles, rockets and even buildings…

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Five Challenges of Low Pressure Calibration

01/07/2020
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Low gauge pressure calibration is one of the more delicate procedures within a calibration lab.

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Pressure Calibration Leads to Innovation in Automotive Test Stands

10/24/2019
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The technological advancements in cars are often by-products of an engine test stand. A test stand, or test cell, is a controlled facility in which…

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Pressure Measurement and Calibration Imperative to Space Travel

09/10/2019
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Pressurization is one of the key elements that make travel beyond Earth’s atmosphere possible. Almost everything that goes into space is pressurized…

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Air Data Advancements Make for Safer Air Travel

08/19/2019
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Most people have flown in an airplane during their lifetime. Some of us have even had the nerve-wracking moment of seeing another plane in the sky…

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Comparing Thermocouples and RTDs (Resistance Temperature Detectors)

08/15/2019
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Two of the most common temperature measurement devices are RTDs and thermocouples. Although they perform a similar function, in many ways these two…

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Maximizing Efficiency through Automated Calibrations

07/17/2019
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Many steps in calibrating an instrument - whether temperature or pressure - don’t actually involve calibration. Setting up weights, heating or…

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Accuracy and Uncertainty in Performance Specifications

06/13/2019
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Accuracy is the measure of a calibration product’s performance and quality. While accuracy is the most popular indicator of quality, not all…

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Deciding Between Calibration Baths and Dry Well Calibrators

04/11/2019
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Much like any other sensor, temperature sensors need to be calibrated periodically to ensure they are providing accurate and stable readings.

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