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The 10 most frequently asked questions about Dracal, with answers that simplify your life

The most common questions about Dracal, with answers that simplify your life.

Guide in 10 questions on Dracal instrument calibration (adjustment) and its benefits

This article highlights the importance of calibratable (adjustable) instruments, which allow precise adjustments for accurate long-term measurements. It also covers the calibration of Dracal instruments upon delivery, the possibility of self-calibration, and options for recalibration.

4 practical tips for evaluating the durability of a data acquisition system (DAQ)

Choosing a data acquisition solution necessitates evaluating its durability. How is durability defined, and where should one start to assess it? This article provides a quick introduction to answer these questions.

7 ways command line tools simplify integrators’ lives during rapid engineering iterations

Dracal Technologies offers command-line tools that simplify data analysis, enabling efficient integration, versatile programming, ready-to-use code examples, seamless workflow integration, customization, rapid prototyping, and full technical support. These tools empower users to maximize the potential of their USB sensors and make data-driven decisions in testing and prototyping processes.

OEM Integration: 5 Reasons to Consider VCP Functionality for Data Integration

VCP functionality is revolutionizing data integration for OEMs in the testing industry, streamlining integration efforts, improving reliability and security, providing flexibility, and optimizing maintenance. By leveraging this innovative solution, OEMs can optimize their testing operations and focus on what matters most.

Top 3 challenges encountered by Dracal users and their solutions

Based on our customers' frequently asked questions, here are the challenges you might face and their easy-to-implement solution.

What is robustness, and how is it implemented in Dracal?

Dracal measurement instruments are robust. See our definition of robustness and the mechanisms implemented to ensure the mechanical, electrical, and software robustness of a Dracal measurement system.

Getting to know Dracal

Find the complete offer from Dracal Technologies: USB sensors, measuring instruments, free data logging software and integration tools.

5 Factors Impacting the Implementation Time of a Measurement System

In this article, from a time-constraint perspective, find out five key points to consider when picking a new measuring instrument.

5 reasons to choose a calibratable (adjustable) instrument

In this article, find out why we offer the option to purchase a calibratable (adjustable) instrument (-CAL) and why it could suit you.

7 tips for comparing two instruments accurately

In this article, we present 7 key elements to check when comparing measurements between 2 instruments to avoid diagnostic errors that can be costly to the progress of your project.

USB barometer: some applications

A barometer measures atmospheric pressure. Data logging is made easier when the air pressure sensor is integrated into a USB port.

Digital barometers

A digital precision barometer is used to calculate altitude, and if there is a temperature compensation mechanism, the data returned is more accurate.

How to measure atmospheric pressure?

The atmospheric pressure is an absolute pressure measured by a barometer. The sensors for the different types of pressure and the main barometers are explored.

Relative Humidity Data: Why Is Temperature Necessary?

Relative humidity and temperature sensors are fairly common. Why? Knowing the temperature and the relative humidity is useful to avoid condensation.

Calibration or adjustment?

What is a calibration? In common usage, calibration consists in correcting the value given by an instrument during a measurement. It is in fact an adjustment, as per the International Vocabulary of Metrology. See some explanations and what Dracal offers.

Data harmonization and why automate it

Logging data from several sensors leads to the need to harmonize this data. A DAQ system makes it possible to do this automatically.

What Is the Traceability of an Instrument?

The traceability certificate ensures precision and accuracy. It is provided by an accredited laboratory using instruments with documented calibration.

Sensor or Measuring Instrument: What Does Dracal Offer?

Dracal Technologies offers USB measurement instruments, whose main component is a precision sensor to acquire environmental data.

How to log temperature data from a type K thermocouple in less than 3 minutes?

The Dracal USB adapter of a type K thermocouple allows to quickly log, integrate and visualize precision data.