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Magnetic pick up

Works with ferrous metal gear teeth, as they pass the pick up, it detects the change in magnetism and produces a pulse.

Engine controllers require what to monitor engine conditions?


Engine protection devices. Will allow the controller to shut down when necessary or change performance.

What is a PLC?

A controller used exclusively for I/O functions and is completely programmable. It's only function is to perform I/O. It is completely programmable by the end user.

Engine sending units are often Analog (varying voltage level) devices. How can they interface with Digital (on/off) controllers?

Analog to Digital internal conversion logic

How does an RTD measure tenperature?

By changing resistance with heat. They change their resistance with temperature. Used in conjunction with a Whetstone Bridge.

What are the most common parameters monitored on the control panels of generators?

VAC, amps, Hz.