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High-Temperature Capacitors: New Applications and Market Opportunities by Dennis M. Zogbi                                      In addition to established dielectrics, manufacturers of high-temperature capacitors for defense, and other markets are exploring new high-temperature dielectrics for mission-critical circuit applications.

New Passives Offer More Options for Post-COVID-19 Market Recovery by Murray Slovick                                              The increasing adoption of digitalization coupled with greater-than-ever connectivity continues, which, in turn, is accelerating demand for passive components. Among the specific sectors that are driving demand are 5G smartphones, electric vehicles (EV) and renewable energy generation systems. This article details new components, including resistors which are adopted for high-power, high-pulse requirements under harsh environments.

Ingress Protection: Where and Why It Matters by Steve Schriber via Mouser.com                                                Electronics are like a grumpy neighbor: Neither can tolerate wet and dirty contaminants (kids) in their enclosures (yards). The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has developed a set of Ingress Protection (IP) ratings that serve as a unified system of designating electronic enclosure wet and dry contamination resistance. This article discusses why electronics are particularly averse to contaminants and how contaminants enter electronic enclosures, as well as discusses IP ratings and examples. (more)

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Fiber Optic Connector Technology Reliability Transfers to Oil and Gas Applications By: TE Connectivity       Fiber optics (FO) technology is finding new uses in subsea applications. Fiber allows longer transmission distances and higher data rates than copper — a fortuitous development, as offshore drilling moves to deeper depths.

Functional Specification for Typical Onshore Wellhead Control and Monitoring System By: Phoenix Contact
This document specifies the requirements for a control and monitoring system for an onshore low-pressure, low-temperature oil and gas wellhead. The described system and associated devices shall meet the functional, operational, electrical, and environmental requirements as outlined in this specification.

Ten Advantages to Using Intrinsic Safety in Hazardous Locations By: Phoenix Contact
Intrinsic safety technology permits use of some “safe area” devices in lieu of explosion-proof devices as long as they meet certain requirements.

The Secret to Streamlining Your Hazloc Applications By: Phoenix Contact
Many pieces of equipment have global applications, but due to regional approval requirements, it is often the case that the equipment manufacturer must maintain several design variations, depending on where the equipment is shipped. Variations result in added complexity and costs because there are additional documentation and supply chain concerns.

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Harsh Environment Connector Plating: Today and Beyond By: ITT Cannon
Are you prepared for what comes next? Learn more about how REACH legislation is impacting the harsh environment segment, the future of platings that use Chrome VI and how high-performance, environmentally friendly plating alternatives can enhance your connector performance and reliability.

Design of Electronics for Infrared Gas Sensors By: SGX Sensortech
This application note gives guidance on the design of electronic circuits for use with SGX Sensortech infrared gas sensors. The information is provided for general advice and care should be taken to adapt the circuits to the particular requirements of the application. By following the recommendations of this application note, the user should be able to achieve excellent performance with SGX Sensortech infrared gas sensors.

Advanced AC UPS system keeps critical systems running in hazardous environments - case study By: Phoenix Contact
An oil and gas refinery needed an AC UPS system to maximize uptime for critical systems in hazardous locations.  Xenon Inc. designed and built an integrated AC UPS system, based on Phoenix Contact’s 500VA QUINT AC UPS, with local alarms and multiple controls. The Class I, Division 2-approved system communicates the UPS monitoring data via WirelessHART, so it meets government mandates for advanced diagnostics.

Upgraded compressor protection system meets Class I, Div. 2 and SIL standards - case study By: Phoenix Contact
Xenon Inc. upgraded a compressor control system for an oil and gas industry customer. The original control system was outdated, and the new system needed to meet Class I, Division 2 and SIL-rated standards. Xenon Inc. trusted Phoenix Contact components to ensure efficiency and safety.