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Difference between Active Buzzer and Passive Buzzer

Buzzers are divided into active buzzers and passive buzzers. The "source" here does not refer to the power supply, but the oscillation source. Active buzzers have oscillation sources, while passive buzzers do not. The differences between them also include: different working principles, different appearances, different prices, different test sounds and multimeter resistance measurements, different requirements for input signals, different DC voltage tests, and different applicable scenarios. Next, ATO Automation Store will explain in detail for you.

How to Use the Motor Alarm?

Motor alarm is a type of sound and light alarm, also known as vibration alarm, which is a sound signal generator, mainly used for alarm, prompt and other occasions. It uses the built-in motor to remind the user that there is an abnormal situation in the device or room. It is usually composed of components such as batteries, circuit boards, vibration motors, etc.

What are Types of Motor Alarms?

An alarm is an electronic product that reminds or warns us in the form of sound, light, air pressure, etc. that we should take certain actions to prevent the consequences of an event. Alarms are divided into motor alarms and electronic alarms. This blog will introduce motor alarms in detail. A motor alarm is a special alarm directly driven by an electric motor. It converts electrical energy into mechanical energy to make a loud sound. It is usually composed of a motor, a rotor, a circuit board, and a housing. ATO's motor alarm types include wind screw motor alarms, explosion-proof motor alarms, and motor driven siren alarms. 

Electronic Ballast Price List

An electronic ballast is an electronic device that regulates the current used in electronic equipment for fluorescent and other gas discharge lamps. Its main function is to provide a high voltage to ignite the lamp during the start-up phase of the lamp, and then to limit the current and stabilize the light output during normal operation.

How to Measure Current with an AC Current Sensor?

AC current sensor, also known as AC current transducer, is a device used to detect alternating current (AC) flowing in a circuit. It senses the information of the measured AC current and transforms it into electrical signals or other required forms of information output according to certain rules, to meet the requirements of information transmission, processing, storage, display, recording, and control. It is the primary component for achieving automatic detection and control.

What are the Advantages of Insulation Testers?

In modern society, electricity is an indispensable resource for production and daily life. However, with the increasing number of electrical devices and the complexity of electrical circuits, electrical safety issues are becoming increasingly prominent. In order to ensure the safe operation of electrical equipment and circuits, insulation testers have emerged as an important electrical testing tool. Below, ATO industrial automation will explore why using insulation testers is so important.

Using a Multimeter to Measure the Motor Insulated Resistance

An AC motor is a device that converts electrical energy from alternating current into mechanical energy. Its main components include a stator and a rotor. The stator is the stationary part and usually contains windings and an iron core. Insulation check is very important for AC motors, and it is also a very important technical index in the operation and maintenance of electric motors. In practice, it not only protects against current leakage or short-circuiting but also ensures the safety of the operator, thus preventing damage to the motor. 

Aerator Pump Price List

An aerator pump is a kind of water treatment equipment. In order to better help users choose aerator pumps and subsequent maintenance, in this paper, ATO Automation will provide a detailed price list and maintenance guide, mainly introducing solar aerator pumps and economic aerator pumps of these two categories, for reference.

How to Choose a Battery Balancer?

With the advancement of battery technology, the battery balancer has become an indispensable part of battery systems. Whether used in residential solar systems, electric vehicles, or industrial applications, selecting the appropriate battery balancer is crucial for the performance and lifespan of battery arrays. When choosing a battery balancer, there are several key factors to consider.

Heat Gun Price List

A heat gun is a tool that can convert electrical energy into thermal energy. It is widely used in various scenarios that require heating, such as welding of electronic components, heating of plastic parts, drying of wood, etc. ATO Industrial Automation provides detailed price lists to introduce the three types of products available: The basic model, the model with LCD display function, and the model with memory function.

Inkjet Printer Price List

An inkjet printer is a printing device that sprays colored liquid ink onto printing paper. It has one or more printing nozzles for printing ink of different colors. The technologies used in inkjet printers include bubble technology and thermal responsive inkjet technology. During the printing process, the nozzle quickly sweeps over the printing paper, spraying countless small ink droplets to form the pixels in the image. Generally speaking, the more nozzles there are, the faster the printing speed. Different colored ink droplets fall on the same point, forming different complex colors. Using a microscope, it can be observed that the areas where both yellow and blue purple ink are sprayed simultaneously appear green, so we can assume that the printed base color is formed in the inkjet coating layer 

What is Pneumatic Drill?

Pneumatic Drill is a handheld pneumatic tool mainly used for drilling metal components, especially suitable for drilling on thin-walled shell components and light alloy components such as aluminum and magnesium. Air drills have the characteristics of high work efficiency and high drilling accuracy, and are widely used in home appliance manufacturing, house decoration, automobile and ship manufacturing, aerospace industry manufacturing and maintenance industries. They have high power, no sparks, and high safety.

Pneumatic Drill: Structure and Applications

Pneumatic drill, also known as air drill, is a tool that uses compressed air to generate power. It converts the energy stored in compressed air into rotational motion, enabling it to perform various tasks such as drilling and threading. This tool typically consists of a handle, a motor mechanism, and a chuck used to secure drill bits or other attachments. Compressed air is supplied to the drilling rig through an air hose connected to the air compressor. Pneumatic drilling rigs are renowned for their power, speed, and durability, making them popular in industries such as construction, manufacturing, automotive, and woodworking.

Smoke Gas Sensor vs. Flammable Gas Sensor

Smoke gas sensors and flammable gas sensors are two important types of gas sensors that play indispensable roles in modern security systems. Their role is not only to detect different types of gases in the air, but also to play a crucial role in early detection of potential fire hazards or explosion risks. Although they are both related to gases, they have some similarities as well as some differences. 

Why Do We Need Smoke Gas Sensor?

In our work and life, fires and hazardous gas leaks can bring catastrophic consequences. However, by installing smoke gas sensors, we can promptly detect potential dangers and take necessary measures to protect our lives and property. Smoke gas sensors, as critical safety devices, have been widely used in modern life. Here are some of ATO's explorations of why we need smoke gas sensors and emphasize their importance in enhancing safety awareness and protecting the safety of homes and workplaces.

What is Aerator Pump Used for?

With environmental awareness and aquaculture technology continuing to progress this seemingly ordinary equipment, in fact, from environmental protection to agriculture, from sewage treatment to rivers and lakes management, the figure aerator pump is ubiquitous. Below, let us further understand the main application of the aeration pump scene.

How Does the Aerator Pump Work?

An aerator pump is a device used to increase dissolved oxygen dispatch in a body of water. It can effectively dissolve oxygen into the water body, and improve the dissolved oxygen concentration in the water body. Different types of aerator pumps may have some details on the different, but overall improve the concentration of dissolved oxygen in sewage, promote the growth and reproduction of aerobic microorganisms, and accelerate the degradation of pollutants in the process, which is important for aquaculture, sewage treatment, and other environmental and industrial applications.

How to Measure Current with a DC Current Sensor?

A DC current sensor is a device used to measure the flow of direct current (DC) in an electrical circuit. It works by detecting the magnetic field generated by the current passing through a conductor. This magnetic field induces a voltage or current in a secondary winding, which is proportional to the primary current. The sensor then converts this induced voltage or current into a measurable signal that can be read by instruments or control systems.

How to Test a Solid State Relay?

Solid state relays will get damaged instantly if their input and output configurations are exceeded. Because of their unique design, this sort of damage can hardly be inspected visually and audibly from the outside, making SSRs harder to diagnose than mechanical relays. But with a few simple troubleshooting steps, it can be easy to check if a relay is working as expected or not. The relay we have chosen for the test is a DC controlled, AC output solid state relay. In this article, we'll show you step-by-step instructions on how to test a solid state relay.

What is an Autotransformer Used for?

An autotransformer is a special type of transformer in which the primary and secondary windings are on the same winding. The primary and secondary windings of this transformer are directly connected in series and self-coupled. Autotransformers are widely used in many fields. Next, we will mainly introduce the specific applications of autotransformers in eight aspects, including power systems, industrial automation, test equipment, audio processing, communication systems, railway transportation, measuring instruments, and aerospace.