1. All rights reserved. FUTEK 2006 SENSOR SOLUTION TIPS Presented by: Javad Mokhbery (President)

2. All rights reserved. FUTEK 2006 CHALLENGES NO 1 sensor fits all applications NO easy selection guide NON-compatible instrumentation NON-standard = long delivery + high cost NO good results if mis-installed

3. All rights reserved. FUTEK 2006 OVERCOMING CHALLENGES 1.Define Requirements 2.Pick the right sensor provider 3.Handle & install sensor properly 4.Use Smart Sensors 5.Proper Maintenance (use verification system)

4. All rights reserved. FUTEK 2006 1. DEFINE REQUIREMENTS Define application What are you measuring? Static / dynamic Define package size Define environmental conditions Define load conditions Define extraneous load & moments Define interfacing requirements

5. All rights reserved. FUTEK 2006 2. PICK THE RIGHT SENSOR PROVIDER Qualifications Experience NOTE: Sensor solution company should be able to support you long-term

6. All rights reserved. FUTEK 2006 3. PROPER HANDLING & INSTALLATION Do NOT tamper with sensing areas Do NOT drop Do NOT carry unit by cable or apply excessive pull on cable. Do NOT overload sensor Do NOT use 4-conductor cables for distances over 20 ft (DONT’S)

7. All rights reserved. FUTEK 2006 Do monitor output during mounting and installation Do use stable power supply and prevent high voltage surges Do turn the power on Do apply load in specified direction Do avoid dirty or loose electrical connections and follow correct wiring code. Do use remote sense wires when cable length > 20 ft Do use flat, parallel and clean mounting surfaces Do respect required clearances – avoid friction Do use proper torque and mounting hardware Do use TEDS (DO’S) 3. PROPER HANDLING & INSTALLATION

8. All rights reserved. FUTEK 2006 4. USE SMART SENSORS (Transducer Electronic Data Sheet) –Simplifies the interfacing of sensors –Facilitates multiple sensors w/ 1 instrument –Defined by Template per the IEEE 1451.4 –Minimizes / eliminates errors in scaling & calibration –Will NOT require a specialized technician for setup

9. All rights reserved. FUTEK 2006 5. PROPER MAINTENANCE Do NOT exceed max excitation voltage Do NOT operate over the rated capacity Do NOT exceed safe overload Do NOT exceed operating temperature Do NOT expose to radiant heat (DONT’S)

10. All rights reserved. FUTEK 2006 5. PROPER MAINTENANCE Do verify (DO’S)

11. All rights reserved. FUTEK 2006 Do use a sensor verification –Assures sensor accuracy before critical tests –Helps define Re-calibration Intervals –Provides a sense of reassurance –Limits variables if a test goes wrong 5. PROPER MAINTENANCE (DO’S CONTINUED)

12. All rights reserved. FUTEK 2006 QUESTIONS Visit booth # 1508 And ask for your complimentary DMM www.futek.com