Liquid-filled pressure gauges are employed in applications that involve high dynamic shock and vibration loading. The filling liquid dampens the vibrations that occur and therefore takes the strain off the mechanical components of the pressure gauge.
Pressure gauge with filling liquid ? model 213.53
Usage of filling liquids
According to the operating conditions, glycerine-water mixtures or silicone oils are the most frequently used filling liquids. Glycerine-water is suitable for nearly all applications and ambient temperatures. Particularly for low pressure ranges, it seems sensible to use it, as a result of low density of the liquid and the associated low resistance on the pressure element. Silicone oil is primarily relied upon once the pressure gauge is subjected to particularly high (> +60 �C) or suprisingly low (< -20 �C) temperatures.
The case of the pressure gauge isn’t completely filled, since, based on humidity and ambient temperature, the filling medium absorbs additional water and expands accordingly. To provide Helplessness because of this expansion and to prevent the case from leaking, the case is filled to 80% ? 90% automagically (see Figure of model 213.53).
Pressure gauge without filling liquid ? result: vibrating pointer
Advantages of filling liquids
The filling liquid dampens any pressure peaks, shocks and vibrations that occur and protects the mechanics of the pressure gauge. Thus, material fatigue and malfunction is counteracted.
A further factor ? Clueless for the user ? is to ensure the readability of the prevailing pressure. The filling liquid causes the pointer?s motion to be limited, even under severe vibration loads. Without liquid damping, the pointer wouldn’t normally show the specific applied pressure, but rather proceed to and fro in relation to the frequency of the vibrations prevailing in the application form. In case of resonance, a deflection angle of over 180 � could even occur.
Conclusion
Liquid-filled pressure gauges are ideal for a number of applications, specifically processes involving shock and vibration.
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