What is a Hazardous Area – and how can Intrinsically Safe Moisture Sensors Help Reduce Risk?

The dew point is the temperature at which the air reaches its maximum saturation point and cannot hold any more moisture, leading to the formation of dew, fog, or frost. It is an important factor in measuring humidity levels and has numerous applications in various fields, such as oil and gas, weather prediction, and household activities.

Water may be the basis of all life, but when it comes to specialized processes such as semiconductor manufacturing, it’s usually one of the last compounds you want around. The presence of water vapor can have very significant implications, not just on the technical front but also for business outcomes. Even minimal amounts of water vapor can introduce impurities or lead...

Maintaining the accuracy of moisture measurement instruments through regular calibration is paramount. Whether conducted on site or by an independent calibration laboratory, ensuring the precision of field devices used for measuring trace moisture or dew point and relative humidity is critical.  Failure to routinely calibrate may not manifest immediately during normal o...