Chapter 6 Flashcards

1
Q

A __________ level switch is used to detect product dielectric variations.

A

Capacitive

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2
Q

Most flow switches are designed to operate in the __________ position.

A

Horizontal

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3
Q

A(n) __________ is used to control the yawing function of a windmill.

A

Wind vane

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4
Q

A(n) __________ button operator allows for easy emergency stops and valve shutoffs.

A

Jumbo mushroom

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5
Q

A(n) ___________ is an output used to switch high-power DC loads.

A

SCR

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6
Q

A(n) ___________ is an output used to switch low-power DC loads.

A

Transistor

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7
Q

A(n) __________ is the device that is pressed, pulled, or rotated by an individual.

A

Operator

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8
Q

A(n) __________ is the part of a limit switch that transfers the mechanical fork of the moving part to the electrical contacts.

A

Actuator

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9
Q

___________ is the amount of pressure that must be removed before the switch contacts reset for another cycle after the set point has been reached and the switch activated.

A

Dead band

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10
Q

A(n) ___________ is a mechanical input that requires physical contact of the object with the switch actuator.

A

Limit switch

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11
Q

A(n) __________ actuator is an actuator that had a long arm that may be cut to the required length.

A

Wobble stick

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12
Q

Charging and discharging tank applications are also known as pump and __________ control.

A

Sump

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13
Q

A(n) ___________ is a switch used in fire protection system to detect burning material.

A

Smoke

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14
Q

The ___________ contacts of a pressure switch are used when the pressure switch is used to maintain system pressure.

A

Normally closed

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15
Q

A(n) ____________ switch is used to maintain a predetermined pressure in a tank or reservoir.

A

Pressure

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16
Q

A(n) ___________ device is a device that includes an electronic circuit that provides communication and diagnostic capabilities to the device.

A

Smart

17
Q

In a(n) ___________ circuit, inputs such as limit switches and temperature switches are wired into the system and at least one set of wires must go to each input device.

A

Hard wired

18
Q

A __________ pressure-sensing device is rated for 10,000 psi or more.

A

Piston