Learn the causes of platinum electrode poisoning from sulfur and chlorine, and discover best practices for cleaning, handling, and storage to maintain performance.
Learn the 4 critical factors for electrolyte selection: ionic conductivity, stability window, solubility, and chemical compatibility. Ensure accurate electrochemical data.
Explore the dual roles of potassium bromide (KBr) as a key material for IR spectroscopy and a veterinary anticonvulsant, and why its use in humans is obsolete.
Learn how hydraulic system efficiency depends on minimizing volumetric and mechanical losses in pumps, valves, and fluid to reduce wasted heat and improve performance.
Learn why hydraulic fluid condition is the most critical maintenance task, preventing over 75% of system failures through contamination control and analysis.
Learn how to cool hydraulic fluid using air or water heat exchangers, prevent thermal damage, and maintain system efficiency for longer equipment life.