Helpful Information
Differences in Wire Gauges
Why do the differences in wire gauges matter? Simple, using too thin of a wire could easily cause a fire. All wires have a maximum electrical rating and going beyond that rating causes the wire to heat up . This excess heat can ignite the insulation on the wire. It […]
How does a UL File Relate to your switch?
You may be wondering what a UL File even is and why it relates to your temperature, pressure, or other type of switch. UL (Underwriters Laboratories) is a company that tests products and makes sure that they are safe. If they find a product to be safe under reasonable use, […]
Temperature Tolerance of a Thermostat Switch
Measurements are never precise and the temperature tolerance is no exception. You will need to determine what range of temperatures are acceptable for your particular application. Even a ruler isn’t exactly 12 inches. If you take a measurement out to enough decimal places, you’ll find some level of variation from what […]
1/2″ vs. 3/4″ Bi-metal Disc
You may be wondering the difference in 1/2″ and a 3/4″ bi-metal Disc besides just the size. There are are more features that change when you go up or down in size. View the Senasys line of Bi-metal Discs. The size of the switch is actually referring to the size […]
When to Use Gold Plated Electrical Contacts
Manufacturers use many different types of metal on their plated electrical contacts such as gold, silver, or nickel. The type of metal that you use on a contact can affect the conductivity, its resistance to corrosion, and the type of weather it is able to withstand. Each metal has their […]
Snap Disc Quick Connect Vs. Screw Terminals
The type of Snap Disc terminal connection you use will vary from application to application but the wrong type of snap disc terminal could cause a connection to come loose, especially in an application with vibration. Wikipedia states that “A terminal is the point at which a conductor from a component, device or network comes to an […]
How to Fix a Water Heater
You may think that only a professional can fix a water heater. However, many times a quick change of the temperature switch is all that is needed. In this post, we’ll explain why water heaters have a temperature switch and how to replace it yourself! What is the role of […]
Testing a Snapdisc at Home
Testing a Snapdisc Testing a snapdisc might sound like it would be difficult to do yourself, but you can actually do a simple test using less than $10 worth of items. Special equipment is required to test the specific temperature setting of a switch, but testing if the switch opens […]
How to Determine What Snapdisc Mounting Style You Need
Snapdisc Mounting Style With snapdiscs, different applications will require a different snapdisc mounting style. Temperature switches can be installed in a variety of environments, and the right mounting bracket is needed to make sure that the switch is able to perform accurately. Even if a switch functions at the right […]
