Differential Pressure Controller

Differential Pressure Controller

Series DH3 Digihelic® Differential Pressure Controller

Digital indicators are for the difference between two pressures. The Gages and Switches are ideal for pressure, velocity, flow applications, and single pressure. The Series DH3 Digihelic® Differential Pressure Controller is a 3-in-1 instrument possessing a digital display gage, control relay switches, and a transmitter with current output all packed in the popular Photohelic® gage style housing.

Combining these 3 features allows the reduction of several instruments with one product, saving inventory, installation time and money. The Digihelic® controller is the ideal instrument for pressure, velocity and flow applications, achieving a 1% full-scale accuracy on ranges down to the extremely low 0.25″ w.c. to 2.5″ w.c. full scale. Ranges of 5″ w.c. and greater maintain 0.5% F.S. accuracy. Bi-directional ranges are also available.

The Series DH3 Digihelic® controller allows the selection of pressure, velocity or volumetric flow operation in several commonly used engineering units. 2 SPDT control relays with adjustable dead bands are provided along with a scalable 4-20 mA process output.

Programming is easy using the menu key to access 5 simplified menus which provide access to security level; selection of pressure, velocity or flow operation; selection of engineering units; K-factor for use with flow sensors; rectangular or circular duct for inputting area in flow applications; setpoint control or setpoint and alarm operation; alarm operation as a high, low or high/low alarm; automatic or manual alarm reset; alarm delay; view peak and valley process reading; digital damping for smoothing erratic process applications; scaling the 4-20 mA process output to fit your applications range and field calibration.

Specification

Service

  • Air and non-combustible, compatible gases.

Wetted Materials

  • Consult factory

Housing Material

  • Die-cast aluminum case and bezel

Accuracy

  • ±1.5% for 0.25″ and ±0.25″ w.c. ranges. Ranges 0.5″ to 5″ w.c. and corresponding bi directional (except ±2.5″ w.c.) ±1%; All other ranges: ±0.5% @ 77°F (25°C) including hysteresis and repeatability (after 1 hour warm-up)

Stability

  • < ±1% per year

Pressure Limits

  • Ranges ≤ 2.5 in w.c.: 25 psi; ±2.5″, 5 in w.c.: 5 psi; 10 in w.c.: 5 psi; 25 in w.c.: 5 psi; 50 in w.c.: 5 psi; 100 in w.c.: 9 psi

Temperature Limits

  • 32 to 140°F (0 to 60°C)

Compensated Temperature Limits

  • 32 to 140°F (0 to 60°C)

Thermal Effects

  • 0.020%/°F (0.036/°C) from 77°F (25°C). For 0.25″ and ±0.25″ w.c. ranges: ±0.03%/°F (±0.054%/°C)

Power Requirements

  • 12 to 28 VDC, 12 to 28 VAC 50 to 400 Hz

Power Consumption

  • 3 VA max

Output Signal

  • 4 to 20 mA DC into 900 Ω max

Zero & Span Adjustments

  • Accessible via menus

Response Time

  • 250 ms (damping set to 1)

Display

  • Backlit 4 digit LCD 0.4″ height LED indicators for set point and alarm status

Electrical Connections

  • 15 pin male high-density D-sub connection. 18″ (46 cm) cable with 10 conductors included

Process Connections

  • 1/8″ female NPT. Side or back connections

Mounting Orientation

  • Mount unit in vertical plane

Size

  • 5″ (127 mm) OD x 3-1/8″ (79.38 mm)

Weight

  • 1.75 lb (794 g)

Agency Approvals

  • CE

Switch Type

  • 2 SPDT relays

Electrical Rating

  • 1 A @ 30 VAC/VDC

SetPoint Adjustment

  • Adjustable via keypad on the face

Danfoss sight glasses

Danfoss sight glasses

Danfoss sight glasses SGP is a series of sight glasses for high-pressure applications. SGP is available in versions optimized for refrigerants with mineral oil e.g. HCFC, and in versions optimized for non-flammable HFC refrigerants.

SGP for food retail refrigeration is available with flare, solder and socket connections, and with and without moisture indicators.

SGP sight glass is part of the Danfoss line components program which covers a wide range of components used in refrigeration systems.

What is Sight Glass?

a sight glass is a transparent glass tube or window installed in a tank or boiler system that allows an observer to view what is happening inside the container, ensuring optimal quality and safety. Sight glasses can also serve a number of functions aside from basic viewing, but this is the most common use.

While “sight glass” is a general, overarching term, there are also several more specific terms that are used to refer to different types of sight glasses. Some of the most common types of sight glasses are outlined below.

Applications of Sight Glass

Sight glasses find application in a broad spectrum of industries, such as:

  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Biofuels
  • Food and beverage processing
  • Utilities and energy
  • Chemical/petrochemical
  • Wastewater treatment and management
  • Boiler systems
  • Industrial burners
  • Pulp and paper processors
  • Oil and gas refineries
  • Automobiles and other transport vehicles
  • Combustion equipment

Sight glass Types

  • Circular sight glass fittings
  • Sight flow indicators
  • Metaglas sight glass windows
  • Glass tube liquid level gauge and Magnetic Level gauges
  • Rectangular sight glass fittings
  • Sanitary and hygienic equipment
  • Water Treatment Sight Glass Fittings

Features and benefits of Danfoss SGP

  • Good visibility to indicate flow conditions
  • Low leakage
  • Long service life
  • Extra safety with MWP 52 bar
  • Reliability of products ensures less leakage and long lifetime
  • Fast react indicator provides early warning to prevent excessive liquid

Data Sheet

1109 Process Pressure Gauge Ashcroft

Pressure Gauge Ashcroft

1109 Process Pressure Gauge Ashcroft

A pressure gauge is a mechanical instrument designed to measure the internal pressure and/or vacuum of a vessel or system. Trerice Pressure Gauges are offered in a variety of styles, sizes, and wetted part materials to meet the demands of standard and special applications.

Most Trerice Pressure Gauges are constructed with a bourdon tube sensing element. When the sensing element is subjected to pressure, it flexes and the resulting motion is transmitted as a measurement through a mechanical movement to the dial face pointer

The Ashcroft 1109 pressure gauge is a rugged instrument and an ideal choice when an ASME gauge with a solid front stainless steel case is a requirement. This model combines elements of reliability, performance, and safety. An ideal product that serves extremely well on challenging installation points.

FEATURES of Pressure Gauge Ashcroft

  • PLUS!™ Performance dampens vibration, shock and pulsation effects
  • Solid front design with full blowout back
  • Epoxy coated system offers superior corrosion resistance
  • Rugged design

 TYPICAL USES

  • Oil and Gas
  • Offshore Oil Rigs
  • Chemical and Petrochemical Plants
  • Refineries
  • Waterblasting / Water Jetting Equipment
  • Specialized OEM Equipment

SPECIFICATIONS

Accuracy

  • ±0.5% of span (ASME B40.100, Grade 2A)

Size

  • 100mm
  • 160mm

Ranges

  • Vacuum, Compound 15 to 100,000 psi

Process Connection Location

  • Lower

Process Connection Size

  • 1 ⁄4NPT Male
  •  1 ⁄2 NPT Male
  •  1 ⁄4 High-pressure tubbing

Case Style

  • Solid front with pressure relief back

Movement

  • Adjustable

Window Material

  • Glass (STD.)
  • Safety glass (STD.)
  • Shatterproof glass (OPT.)

Dial

  • White aluminum with black markings

Pointer

  • Aluminum

Weather Protection

  • IP64
  • IP65 Hermetically sealed

Dampening Options

  • PLUS! ™ Performance, throttle screw, dampeners, capillary, diaphragm seals and snubbers

Mounting

  • Stem

Approvals

  • CRN

Bourdon Tube

  • 316L SS
  • Inconel for ranges greater than 40,000 psi

Process Connection

  • 316 SS

Joints

  • Welded

Case

  • 304 SS

Ring

  • Cam Lock 300 SS

Back Cover

  • 304 SS

Datasheet

Ashcroft threaded diaphragm seals

Ashcroft threaded diaphragm seals

The Ashcroft 100 and 101 threaded diaphragm seals or isolation devices protect pressure measuring instruments. Used when process compatibility is required, these are also applied when media exhibits high temperature or the potential to clog an instrument connection. Ideal for satisfying many challenging applications.

What is a diaphragm seal?

The process side of the seal is isolated by a flexible diaphragm. The internal space between this diaphragm and the pressure measuring instrument is completely filled with a system fill fluid. The pressure is transmitted from the measured medium by the elastic diaphragm into the fluid and from there to the measuring element, i.e. to the pressure measuring instrument or the transmitter. In many cases, between the diaphragm seal and pressure measuring instrument, a capillary is connected in order (for example) to eliminate or to minimize temperature effects from the hot fluid to the measuring instrument. The capillary affects the response time of the overall system. Diaphragm seal, capillary and measuring instrument form a closed system. The sealed filling screws on the diaphragm seal and the measuring instrument must therefore never be opened since the function of the system is affected following any escape of filling liquid! The diaphragm and the connecting flange are the elements of the system which come into contact with the medium. Therefore, the material from which they are made must meet the relevant requirements in terms of temperature and corrosion resistance.

Features

  • 316L stainless steel top housing (standard)
  • Wide selection of diaphragm and lower housing materials
  • Diaphragm threaded to top housing
  • Flushing port (type 101) provides easy cleaning/flushing due to process media prone to clogging

Specifications Ashcroft threaded diaphragm seals

Style:

  • Type 100: threaded
  • Type 101: threaded with flushing port

Process size:

  • NPT female: 1/4 to 1 1/2
  • NPT male: 1/4 to 1

Rated up to 2,500 psi, optional 5,000 psi

Process Market:

  • Oil and Gas
  • Refineries
  • Chemical and Petrochemical
  • Water and Wastewater
  • Process Applications:
  • Oil and Gas Fracking
  • NACE Compliant Processes (Sour Gas Separation)
  • Biogas and Biodiesel

Data Sheet

Rosemount Smart Pressure Gauge

Rosemount Smart Pressure Gauge

Rosemount Smart Pressure Gauge

The Rosemount Smart Pressure Gauge features a robust design with industry-proven sensor technology to resist common traditional gauge failures. This pressure gauge provides up to 10 years of maintenance-free operation and replaces mechanical components for more reliable readings and a higher overpressure limit.

Features

  • Sensor technology replaces mechanical parts to offer up to 10 years of maintenance-free operation
  • Provides overpressure protection for reliable pressure readings
  • Dual layers of process isolation deliver plant and personnel safety
  • Local status indication confirms proper gauge operation
  • Engineered with a large 4.5-in. (114 mm) face for easy field visibility
  • Full range of process connections are available, including male-NPT, DIN, manifolds and seal assemblies

Accessories

Rosemount Pressure Gauges can be configured with manifold and remote seal options. Manifolds are pre-assembled and leak-checked with 2-valve and block-and-bleed configurations for easy installation.  Seals (direct and remote) that function as an additional isolation barrier against hot/cold, corrosive or viscous processes are also available pre-assembled to the gauge. Mounting brackets, extended warranties, and NACE and calibration certifications are also available.

Accessories

Reduce Traditional Failures

Reduce traditional gauge failures by eliminating bourdon tubes and linkages with Rosemount Pressure Gauges. Harsh process environments, such as vibration, overpressure, extreme temperatures, and corrosion, can cause bourdon tubes to stretch, freeze, break and experience issues from unexpected damage. With the digital design and proven sensor of Rosemount pressure gauges, you can reduce gauge failures and ensure accuracy and performance.

Reduce Traditional Failures

Wireless Capabilities

Built with Wireless HART® capabilities, the Wireless Pressure Gauge allows you to quickly troubleshoot process conditions, gain real-time insight and communicate from remote locations via your wireless network. This device provides an update rate of 1 – 60 minutes and offers up to 10 years of battery life for long-lasting performance.

Wireless Capabilities

Local Status Indication

Know the health of your pressure gauge with Local Status Indication capabilities. This feature monitors the overall health of the device and alerts you of current gauge status with an LED light. This LED light blinks every second indicating status conditions, conveying the device is working in good condition or providing a warning of low battery, device malfunction or loss of power.

Local Status Indication

Technical Data

Measurement Range

  • Up to 4,000 psi (275.8 bar) Gage, Up to 10,000 psi (689.5 bar) Absolute

Display/Interface

  • 4.5 in. (114 mm)

Housing Material

  • Engineered polymer, NEMA® 4X, and IP66/67

Burst Pressure

  • 11,000 psi (758.4 bar), 26,000 psi (1,792.6 bar) for scale ranges above 4,000 psi (275.8 bar)

Overpressure Protection

  • Up to 150 times scale range

Max. Operating Temperature

  • Ambient: -40 to 185° F (-40 to 85° C)
  • Process: -40 to 250° F (-40 to 121° C)

Certifications/Approvals

  • Hazardous location, see full specs for a complete list of certifications

Data Sheet

Mechanical Test Gauge WIKA

Mechanical Test Gauge WIKA

Mechanical Test Gauge WIKA

The model 312.20 Mechanical Test Gauge WIKA has been specifically designed for the measurement of pressures with high accuracy.

With its accuracy class of 0.6, the Bourdon tube pressure gauge is suitable for testing industrial type pressure gauges or for precision measurement in laboratories.

For the respective measuring requirement, a scale range between 0 … 0.6 and 0 … 600 bar can be selected. The model 312.20 is constructed with a case from stainless steel and wetted parts from copper alloy.

The instrument meets the requirements of the international industry standard EN 837-1 for Bourdon tube pressure gauges. The optimal readability of the instrument, with a nominal size of 160 mm, is achieved via a knife-edge pointer and a dial with fine divisions.

Supported through the optional mirror band scale, the parallax error can be eliminated. For this instrument, an optional DKD/DAkkS calibration certificate can be generated. Safe storage and transport are ensured by a transport case (accessory).

Applications

  • For gaseous and liquid media that are not highly viscous or crystallizing and will not attack copper alloy parts
  • Precision measurement in laboratories
  • High-accuracy pressure measurement
  • Testing of industrial-type pressure gauges

Technical Specification

Design

  • EN 837-1

Nominal size in mm

  • 160

Accuracy class

  • 0.6

Scale ranges

  • 0 … 0.6 bar [0 … 8.7 psi] to 0 … 600 bar [0 … 8,702.3 psi]

or all other equivalent vacuum or combined pressure and vacuum ranges

Connection location

  • Lower mount (radial)
  • Lower back mount

Process connection

  • G ½ B

Ambient temperature

  • -20 … +60 °C [-4 … +140 °F]

Medium temperature

  • +80 °C [+176 °F]

Process connection

  • Copper alloy

Pressure element

  • < 100 bar: Copper alloy, C-type
  • ≥ 100 bar: Stainless steel 316L, helical type

Case, bayonet ring

  • Stainless steel

Ingress protection per IEC/EN 60529

  • IP54

Test Gauge

The standard test gauge is an accurate gauge used for the calibration of pressure instrumentation. The accuracy of the test gauge means that the error in reading is guaranteed not to exceed 0.25% at any point of the scale on either rising or falling pressure.

Data Sheet

Pressure switch - Thermostat KP DANFOSS

Pressure switch – Thermostat KP DANFOSS

Thermostat KP DANFOSS

The KP Thermostats are single-pole, double-throw (SPDT) temperature-operated electric switches. They can be connected directly to a single-phase AC motor of up to approx. 2 kW or installed in the control circuit of DC motors and large AC motors. The KP Thermostats are used for regulation, but can also be seen in safety monitoring systems. They are available with vapour charge or with adsorption charge. With a vapor charge, the differential is very small. The KP Thermostats with adsorption charge are widely used to give frost protection.

Features

  • Wide regulating range
  • Can be used for deep freeze, refrigeration, and air conditioning plant
  • Welded bellows elements mean increased reliability
  • Small dimensions. Easy to install in refrigerated counters or cold rooms
  • Ultra-short bounce times. This gives long operating life, reduces wear to a minimum and increases reliability
  • Standard versions with a changeover switch. Possible to obtain opposite contact function or to connect a signal
  • Electrical connection at the front of the unit. Facilitates rack mounting Saves space
  • Suitable for alternating and direct current
  • Cable entry of soft thermoplastic for cables from 6 to 14 mm diameter
  • Extensive and wide range

Technical data

Ambient temperature

  • -40 – 65 °C (80 °C for max. 2 hours)

Switch

  • Single-pole, double-throw (SPDT) changeover switch

Contact load

Alternating current

  • AC1 =16 A, 400 V
  • AC3 = 16 A, 400 V

Direct current

  • DC13: 12 W, 220 V control current

Wire dimensions

solid / stranded

  • 0.75 – 2.5 mm2

flexible, without ferrules

  • 0.7 – 2.5 mm2

flexible, with ferrules

  • 0.5 – 1.5 mm2

Tightening torque

  • max. 2 Nm

Rated impulse voltage

  • 4 kV

Pollution degree

  • 3

Short circuit protection, fuse

  • 16 A

Insulation

  • 400 V

Enclosure

  • 30/44

Pressure switch KP DANFOSS

KP pressure switches are for use in refrigeration and air conditioning systems to give protection against excessively low suction pressure or excessively high discharge pressure. KP pressure switches are also used for starting and stopping refrigeration compressors and fans on air-cooled condensers. A KP pressure switch can be connected directly to a single-phase AC motor of up to approx. 2 kW or installed in the control circuit of DC motors and large AC motors.

KP pressure switches are fitted with a single-pole double-throw (SPDT) switch. The position of the switch is determined by the pressure switch setting and the pressure at the connector. KP pressure switches are available in IP30, IP44, and IP55 enclosures.

Features

  • Ultra-short bounce time thanks to snap-action function (reduces wear to a minimum and increases reliability)
  • Manual trip function (electrical contact function can be tested without the use of tools)
  • Types KP 6, KP 7 and KP 17 with fail-safe double bellows element
  • Vibration and shock-resistant
  • Compact design
  • Fully welded bellows element
  • High reliability both electrically and mechanically

Technical data

Ambient temperature

  • -40 – 65 °C (80 °C for max. 2 hours)

Ambient temperature (PED approved units)

  • -25 – 65 °C (80 °C for max. 2 hours)

Media temperature

  • -50 – 100 °C

Max. working pressure

  • LP: PS / MWP = 17 bar
  • HP: PS / MWP = 35 bar
  • KP 6: PS / MWP = 46.5 bar

Max. test pressure

  • LP: Pe = 20 bar
  • HP: Pe = 35 bar
  • KP 6: Pe = 46.5 bar

Contact load

Alternating current

  • AC1 =16 A, 400 V
  • AC3 = 16 A, 400 V
  • AC15 = 10 A, 400 V

Direct current

  • DC13 = 12 W, 220 V control current

Wire dimensions

solid / stranded

  • 0.75 – 2.5 mm2

flexible, without ferrules

  • 0.7 – 2.5 mm2

flexible, with ferrules

  • 0.5 – 1.5 mm2

Tightening torque

  • max. 2 Nm

Rated impulse voltage

  • 4 kV

Pollution degree

  • 3

Short circuit protection, fuse

  • 16 A

Insulation

  • 400 V

Enclosure

  • IP30 / IP44 / IP55
Siphon Tube

Siphon Tube For Pressure Gauge

Siphon Tube For Pressure Gauge

Siphon Tubes protect your pressure instruments, gauges, switches and transmitters from high-temperature process fluids. Siphon Tubes are used to protect those directly coming in contact with high-temperature process fluids or vapors. These reduce steam or other process media temperature prior to entering into these instruments. Syphons are manufactured to stringent quality control program and standards which assure the highest quality available in the industry.

Siphon Tube WIKA

Syphons per DIN 16282 U-form, form B, and trumpet form, form D, have a welding connection for the pressure tapping on the process side and a threaded connection on the instrument side. In the industrial standard versions, threaded connections are also available for the pressure tapping on the process side. U-form syphons are intended for horizontal pressure tapping; trumpet-form syphons are intended for vertical pressure tapping. Inside the syphon, condensate is collected, which prevents the ingress of hot media into the measuring instrument. We recommend filling the siphon with a cooling separating liquid before commissioning the pressure line.

Siphon Tube Applications

  • Syphons protect the pressure measuring instruments from pulsations in the medium and from excessive heating
  • The cooling element for fluids, gases, and vapors in pressure measurement
  • For direct mounting to the pressure connection of the pressure measuring instrument or to the shut-off device (stopcock or valve) mounted underneath

Special features

  • Designs per DIN 16282 or to industrial standards
  • Permissible temperatures to 400 °C
  • Nominal pressures to 160 bar
  • Materials: Steel (1.0039, 1.0345) and stainless steel (1.4571)

Data Sheet

Pressure Switch

Honeywell Pressure Switch

Pressure Switch

A pressure switch is a mechanical device that relies on air pressure to control the operation of an electric air compressor. This simple mechanism completes the circuit and allows power to the motor as long as system pressure is below a specified setting. All of the pressure switches used on our air compressors include a pressure switch relief valve which relieves head and line pressure, allowing for easier starts.

Honeywell Pressure Switch

Rely on Honeywell pressure switches to perform in critical applications that experience performance spikes and other extreme conditions. These switches sense a change in the pressure and open or close an electrical circuit when the designated set point is reached.

Honeywell

Honeywell HP Series

Honeywell HP Series pressure switches are easily customizable, durable, reliable electromechanical pressure on/off switches. They boast the following specifications:

  • 100 psi to 4500 psi set point range (factory set)
  • Silver and gold contacts
  • 10,000 psi proof pressure (base style a); 6,500 psi proof pressure (base style b)
  • 2 million life cycle (base style a); 1 million life cycle (base style b)
  • SPDT, SPST-NO/NC
  • Easily configurable
  • Smart Diagnostic Technology option
  • Hysteresis option
  • Numerous ports & terminations

Honeywell HE Series

Honeywell’s HE Series pressure switches are easily customizable, durable, reliable electromechanical pressure on/off switches. They boast the following specifications:

  • 150 psi to 4500 psi set point range (factory set)
  • Silver contacts
  • 10,000 psi proof pressure
  • 1 million life cycle
  • SPDT, SPST-NO/NC
  • Easily configurable
  • Smart Diagnostic Technology option
  • Hysteresis option
  • Numerous ports & terminations

Honeywell MH Series

Honeywell’s MH Series pressure switches are easily customizable, durable, reliable electromechanical pressure on/off switches. They boast the following specifications:

  • Pressure switching setpoint range: 3.5 psi to 4500 psi
  • Proof pressure: from 500 psi up to 10,000 psi
  • Burst pressure: from 1250 psi up to 20,000 psi
  • Life cycle rating up to 2 million
  • IP67 sealing rating
  • Operating temperature: -40 °C to 120 °C [-40 °F to 248 °F]
  • Hysteresis option
  • More than 15 pressure port options and over 30 electrical terminations
  • Plated steel, brass or stainless steel options
  • Switching point accuracy up to ±2 %

Honeywell ME Series

Honeywell’s ME Series pressure switches are easily customizable, durable, reliable electromechanical pressure on/off switches. They boast the following specifications:

  • 25 psi to 350 psi setpoint range
  • Gold contacts
  • Factory set or field adjustable
  • 4,000 psi proof pressure
  • 1 million life cycle
  • SPDT, SPST-NO/NC
  • Smart Diagnostic Technology option
  • Easily configurable
  • Numerous ports & terminations

Honeywell LP Series

Honeywell’s LP Series pressure switches are easily customizable, durable, reliable electromechanical pressure on/off switches. They boast the following specifications:

  • 3.5 psi to 150 psi set point range (factory set or field adjustable)
  • Gold contacts
  • 500 psi proof pressure
  • 2 million life cycle
  • SPDT, SPST-NO/NC
  • Smart Diagnostic Technology option
  • Easily configurable
  • Hysteresis option
  • Numerous ports & terminations

Honeywell’s LE Series

Honeywell’s LE Series pressure switches are easily customizable, durable, reliable electromechanical pressure on/off switches. They boast the following specifications:

  • 3.5 psi to 150 psi set point range (factory set or field adjustable)
  • Gold contacts
  • 500 psi proof pressure
  • 1 million life cycle
  • Smart Diagnostic Technology option
  • SPDT, SPST-NO/NC
  • Easily configurable
  • Numerous ports & terminations

Honeywell’s 5000 Series

Honeywell’s 5000 Series pressure switch is specifically designed to stand up to extended duty applications. This switch is factory set but capable of field adjustment. It features a Kapton diaphragm for compatibility with a wide variety of fluids and various terminations including a Metri-Pack connector that forms a tight seal when connected. Among the outstanding design, benefits are its durable construction, compact size, and enhanced set point integrity.

APPLICATIONS

  • Agricultural machinery
  • Heavy-duty construction machinery and trucks
  • Lawn & garden machinery
  • Marine vessels
  • Material handling machinery
  • Railway
  • CNC machines
  • Compressors/boilers
  • Fracking equipment
  • Food & beverage equipment
  • Generators
  • HVAC/R equipment
  • Mud pumps
  • Pneumatic equipment
  • Presses/punches
  • Pressure washers
  • Trash compactors
  • Water pumps & jet cutting machines

FEATURES

  • Pressure switching setpoint range: 3.5 psi to 4500 psi
  • Proof pressure: from 500 psi up to 10,000 psi
  • Burst pressure: from 1250 psi up to 20,000 psi
  • Life cycle rating up to 2 million
  • IP67 sealing rating4
  • Operating temperature: -40 °C to 120 °C [-40 °F to 248 °F]
  • Hysteresis option5
  • More than 15 pressure port options and over 30 electrical terminations
  • Plated steel, brass or stainless steel options3
  • Switching point accuracy up to ±2 %

 

Liquid Filled Pressure Gauge

Liquid Filled Pressure Gauge

Liquid Filled Pressure Gauge

There are two main types of pressure gauges:

  • Liquid Filled Pressure Gauge
  • Dry Pressure Gauge

Dry pressure gauges are the most important part of the industrial and commercial parts world. Look at most air compressors. Many industrial machines and even some of the fancier bicycle pumps will have a dry gauge. Dry gauges do have some drawbacks, though.

Liquid-filled gauges are generally preferred over dry gauges for two reasons: performance and ROI. Liquid-filled gauges are filled with a liquid, usually, glycerin or silicone oil and are designed to perform optimally in less-than-ideal conditions.

Why Liquid Filled?

Liquid-filled gauges have longer lives than traditional (non-hermetically-sealed) gauges because of their viscous fluid filling. Over time, this design advantage results in costs savings due to lowered instrumentation costs as well as lessened unscheduled downtime.

Internal liquids protect against severe temperature fluctuations and vibrations—major factors in the breakdown of regular gauges. Because they dampen temperature spikes and vibrations.

In traditional gauges, condensation build-up results in visibility issues. This can be a crucial (and costly) flaw in high-humidity environments—an unreadable gauge is a worthless gauge. Liquid-filled gauges are designed to prevent moisture from entering not only the body casing but also the inside of the case lens.

Because they are sealed and constructed to meet rugged specifications, liquid-filled gauges are commonly used in highly corrosive chemical processes or in manufacturing or refining processes, and where products must be transported, stored, or handled in extreme temperature conditions.

Advantage of a Liquid Filled Gauge

  • It’s an inexpensive solution and in many cases comes standard on a gauge
  • It helps increase the life of the gauges by dampening as well as lubricating the mechanical parts of a pressure gauge

Disadvantage of a Liquid Filled Gauge

  • Discoloration (darkening or yellowing) of glycerin over time due to exposure of UV rays or extreme temperature changes
  • Standard Glycerin is really only good down to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. It is not recommended for cold environments
  • Risk of leakage
  • Pressure can build up in the case due to expansion and contraction of fluid from temperature changes (usually small, 1 PSI or so) affecting the accuracy of the reading as well as bring the needle off of zero