WHAT IS A TRANSMITTER? A transmitter is one of the most important devices in industrial automation. It converts a physical process variable such as pressure, temperature, level, or flow into a standard electrical signal (typically 4–20 mA) that can be monitored and controlled by PLCs, DCS, and SCADA systems. Common Types of Transmitters: Pressure Transmitter Differential Pressure (DP) Transmitter Temperature Transmitter Level Transmitter Flow Transmitter Coriolis Flow Meter Vortex Flow Meter Applications: Process Control Industrial Automation Safety & Monitoring Oil & Gas Plants Power Plants Water Treatment Facilities Chemical & Petrochemical Industries Understanding transmitters is a fundamental skill for every Instrumentation, Electrical, and Automation Engineer. Which transmitter do you work with most often? Let us know in the comments! Save this post for future reference. Share it with your engineering friends. Post navigation Pressure Transmitter Calculation Made Easy! Differential Pressure Transmitter
