What is Pressure – Gauges

What is Pressure – Gauges 

This Blog summarizes what is pressure, types of pressure with corresponding gauges and transmitters. Pressure in simplest term is Force exerted on a unit area. Units – bar , Kg/cm2 , Kpa , mmwc , psi , mmhg

A pressure gauge is a method of measuring fluid, gas, water, or steam intensity in a pressure powered machine to ensure there are no leaks or pressure changes that would affect the performance of the system. Types of pressure gauges

1. Bourdon   ( 1 – 1000 bar )

1. Diaphragm ( 0 -1 bar )

1. Capsule   ( Vaccum )

Main components of pressure are case material , movement material, tube material dial size , pointer material , zero adjustment , accuracy , overrange protection , blow out disc , solid front

Pressure gauge accessories:-

Snubber :- For protection against pulsations

Syphon  :- For protection against high temperature

Gauge Saver :- For protection against high pressure

Gauge adapter and union :- For mounting and removing