McCrometer Resource: Understanding Active and Passive 4-20mA

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Active and passive 4-20mA can be confusing, or even misleading. This video from McCrometer features Tom Nobis, Vertical Marketing Manager, explaining the differences to help make an easier decision for flow meter operators when setting up a process control signal.

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