What are the various field instruments used for measuring flow, level, pressure, and temperature?

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Field instruments measure flow, level, pressure, and temperature in various industrial applications.

Flow Measurement: Examples include Orifice Plates, Ultrasonic Flow Meters, and Magnetic Flow Meters.
Level Measurement: Instruments like Radar Level Sensors, Ultrasonic Level Sensors, and Float Switches are commonly used.
Pressure Measurement: Devices such as Pressure Transmitters, Bourdon Tube Gauges, and Diaphragm Pressure Sensors are utilized.
Temperature Measurement: Thermocouples, RTDs (Resistance Temperature Detectors), and Infrared Sensors are typical instruments.

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