EQUIPMENT FOR ENGINEERING EDUCATION AND RESEARCH

EXPERIMENT MANUAL

PRESSURE GAUGE
CALIBRATION
BENCH
MODEL:FMO1

SOLUTION [Link].
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List of Figures

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Figure 1 Unit Construction for Pressure Gauge Calibration Bench (FM01) 2

Figure 2 Operating Principle of Diaphragm Pressure Gauge:Link 5

(A), Diaphragm(B),Pointer (C),and Pressure Inlet (D)

Figure 3 A Bellows Pressure Gauge with Components:Pointer (A),Bellows 6

(B), and Inlet (C)

Figure 4 Bourdon Tube Working Schematic Showing the Applied Pressure (A) 6
and Force Developed (B)(middle)
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Table of Contents

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List ofFigures ..................................................................................i

1.0 INTRODUCTION ..................................................................... 1

2.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION .......................................................... 2
2.1 Unit Assembly .................................................................2
2.2 Experiment Capabilties ....................................................... 3
2.3 Specifications .................................................................3
2.4 Overall Dimensions ..............................................................4
2.5 Utilties Requirements ..........................................................4

3.0 SUMMARY OF THEORY ..............................................................5

3.1 Membrane(Diaphragm) Pressure Gauge ..................................... 5
3.2 Bell owsPressure a uge
3.3 B o urdon PressureGa uge
4.0 GENERAL OPERATING PROCEDURE ........................................... 7
4.1 GeneralStart-Up Procedures ................................................ 7
4.2 General Shut-Down Procedures ...............................................7
5.0 EXPERIMENTALPROCEDURES ................................................... 8
5.1 Experiment 1: Membrane Pressure Gauge Calibration ...................... 8
5.2 Experiment 2: Bellows Pressure Gauge Calibration .......................... 9
5.3 Experiment 3: BourdonPressure Gauge Callbration .......................10

6.0 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE .......................................................11

7.0 SAFETY PRECAUTION .............................................................11
8.0 REFERENCES .......................................................................11

APPENDIX A Experimental Data Sheets

APPENDIX B Typical Experimental Results
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1.0 INTRODUCTION

The SOLTEQ@Pressure Measurement Bench (Model:FM01)is a complete laboratory

bench for test and calibraion of various elements of pressure readings as defined by
new specifications for the [Link] unit is also an excellent test bench for all
other disciplines which involve measuring and generating [Link] pressure
gauges are supplied with easy-to-read dial scales so that students are able to compare
figures from documented records with how the pressure gauges are constructed in reality.

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2.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The SOLTEQ@Pressure Measurement Bench (Model:FM01)is designed to assist

engineering apprentice to understand the fundamentals of pressure measurement.
Exposure to different types of measurement method is [Link] addition,students
will also be trained on pressure calibration [Link] the experience
gained,students will be better equipped in their future engineering endeavors.

Pressure is one of the fundamentals in process [Link] modem process control

application,various methods are employed to measure [Link] method of
measurement is dependent upon the nature of the process.

In industrial process,measurement errors are often [Link] question of how

much error can be tolerated again depends on the nature of the [Link]
and rectifying the measurement error is a routine procedure performed by a
technician or engineer in an industry.

2.1 Unit Assembly

Figure 1:Unit Construction for Pressure Gauge Calibration Bench (FM01)

Table 1: Main Components of Pressure Gauge Calibration Bench (FM01)

[Link] Regulator [Link] Pressure Gauge

[Link] Pressure Gauge [Link] Pressure Gauge

[Link]/Vacuum Pump [Link] Relief Valve

[Link] Pressure Calibrator

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2.2 Experiment Capabilities

The Pressure Gauge Calibration Bench has the following experiment capabilties:

Pressure measurement comparison by digital pressure calibrator and gauges

Error determination for gauges
·Pressure gauges calibration

2.3 Specifications

The SOLTEQ@Pressure Gauge Callbration Bench(Model:FM01)comes

complete with the followings:

[Link] Pressure Gauge

Material/Type :Diaphragm Seal
Range :0-4.0 bar
Accuracy :±1.0%fsd
Gauge Diameter :100 mm

[Link] Pressure Gauge

Material/Type :Fully Stainless Stee
Range :0-600 mbar
Accuracy :±1.6%fsd
Gauge Diameter :100 mm

[Link] Pressure Gauge

Material/Type :Fully Stainless Steel
Range :0-4.0 bar
Accuracy :±1.0%fsd
Gauge Diameter :100 mm

[Link] Pressure Calibrator

Operating Range :0-7 bar
Accuracy :±0.15%
Display :LCD 4 digits
Resolution :1 mbar
Units :psi,mbar,inH2O,mmH2O,mmHg,inHg,Pa

[Link] Regulator
Operating Range :0.05-0.7 MPa

f. Pressure Relief Valve

Operating Range :0.008-0.8 MPa

[Link]/Vacuum Pump
Ultimate Vacuum :200 mbar
UItimate Pressure :0.08 MPa
Speed :30 LPM
Positive Pressure :≥30 Psi
Power :220VAC/1-ph/60Hz

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2.4 Overall Dimensions

Length:0.69m
Width:0.25m
Height:0.425m

2.5 Utilities Requirements

Electrical:220VAC/1-ph/60Hz

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3.0 SUMMARY OF THEORY

3.1 Membrane (Diaphragm)Pressure Gauge

A diaphragm pressure gauge measures pressure by using the deflection of a

flexible membrane that Separates two environments,as shown in Figure [Link]
side of the diaphragm can be exposed to the atmosphere to measure gauge
pressure,or it can be sealed against a vacuum to measure absolute [Link]
diaphragm is typically made of metal or ceramic and can be clamped between
two flanges or [Link] pressure builds,it flexes the diaphragm,and the
resuling deflection can be converted into a dial measurement using gears and
linkages.

Figure 2:Operating Principle of Diaphragm Pressure Gauge:Link (A),Diaphragm(B),Pointer

(C), and Pressure Inlet (D)

Diaphragm pressure gauges have been widely used by various industries for
measuring both absolute and differential pressure in applications where high purity
is required,and for industries dealing with corrosive [Link] are commonly
used in industries such as food and
beverage,pharmaceutical,petrochemical,and mining.

3.2 Bellows Pressure Gauge

A pressure gauge that uses a single bellows can measure both vacuum and
gauge pressure relative to atmospheric [Link] gauge's pressure inlet
(labeled C in Figure 3)allows system media to flow into the [Link] the
media flows into the bellows (labeled B in Figure 3),the gauge measures low
pressure applications, while media flowing around the bellows measures high
pressure [Link] difference in pressure between the inside and outside
of the bellows causes it to expand or [Link] pointer (labeled A in Figure
3)is mechanically linked to the bellows and moves proportionally as the bellows
expands or contracts,indicating the media's [Link] prevent damage to
the bellows,it is typically spring- loaded,which limits its expansion.

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Figure 3:A Bellows Pressure Gauge with Components:Pointer (A),Bellows (B),and Inlet (C)

Due to their high accuracy and durability,these gauges are widely used in various
industrial and laboratory [Link] are particularly popular in applications
with system pressures that are low to intermediate,such as fluid power
systems,gas analysis,and process control.

3.3 Bourdon Pressure Gauge

A bourdon tube is a type of tube that is flattened and has a closed-end,shaped like
a C or a helix,as shown in Figure [Link] fluid pressure is applied to the inside
of the tube,the oval cross-section becomes more circular,causing the tube
to [Link] the fluid pressure disappears,the tube regains its original
shape. This change in shape creates a motion pattern at the free end of the
tube,which is then converted into a pointer rotation with the help of links and gears.

Figure 4:Bourdon Tube Working Schematic Showing the Applied Pressure (A)and Force
Developed (B)(middlle)

The bourdon tube pressure gauge is widely used in various applications that
require medium to high-pressure measurements,and it is the most commonly
used type of pressure [Link] is used in industries such as
chemical,HVAC, automotive,and aerospace for measuring pressure.

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4.0 GENERAL OPERATING PROCEDURE

4.1 General Start-Up Procedures

[Link] a quick inspection to make sure that the equipment is in a

proper working condition.
[Link] the leaks before conducting the experiment.
[Link] sure that valves V1,V2,and V3 are initially closed.
[Link] the filter regulator and pressure relief valve to minimum.
[Link] on the digital pressure [Link] screen will lit and display
the current [Link] the desired units.
Note:When no air is supplied,the reading should be zero,otherwise,re-zero
if necessary.
[Link] the filter regulator to the pressurelvacuum [Link] both
knobs on the pressure/vacuum pump to minimum.
[Link] on the pump and slowly rotate the knob (positive)in clockwise
direction to increase the pressure to about 3 bar.
[Link] equipment is now ready to run.

4.2 General Shut-Down Procedures

[Link] the filter regulator and pressure relief valve to the minimum and
wait until the pressure equalizes before switch off the
pressure/vacuum pump.
[Link] off the pressure/vacuum pump.
[Link] rotate the knob (positive)in anticlockwise direction to minimum.
[Link] V1,V2 and V3 to remove any trapped air.
[Link] off the digital pressure calibrator.

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5.0 EXPERIMENTAL PROCEDURES

5.1 Experiment 1:Membrane Pressure Gauge Calibration

Objective:

To perform calibration on membrane pressure gauge

Procedures:

[Link] the general start-up procedures.

[Link] sure the reading for membrane pressure gauge is pointer to zero
when open valve,V1.
[Link] adjust the filter regulator and set the pressure gauge
pointer exactly at 100mbar.
[Link] the gauge and calibrator pressure readings into the experimental
data sheet in Appendix A.
[Link] steps 4 to 6 with 0.1 bar increment up to 2.0 bar by
slowly adjusting the filter regulator and the pressure relief valve.
[Link] Membrane Pressure Gauge readings against Calibrator
Pressure readings.

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5.2 Experiment 2:Bellows Pressure Gauge Calibration

Objective:

To perform calibration on bellows pressure gauge

Procedures:

[Link] the general start-up procedures.

[Link] sure the reading for bellows pressure gauge is pointer to zero when
open valve,V1.
[Link] adjust the filter regulator and set the pressure gauge pointer
exactly at 40 mbar.
[Link] the gauge and calibrator pressure readings into the experimental
data sheet in Appendix A.
[Link] steps 4 to 6 with 20 mbar increment up to 560 mbar by slowly
adjusting the flter regulator and the pressure relief valve.
[Link] Bellows Pressure Gauge readings against Callbrator Pressure
readings.

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5.3 Experiment 3:Bourdon Pressure Gauge Calibration

Objective:

To perform calibration on bourdon pressure gauge

Procedures.

[Link] the general start-up procedures.

[Link] sure the reading for bourdon pressure gauge is pointer to zero
when open valve,V1.
[Link] adjust the filter regulator and set the pressure gauge
pointer exactly at 0.1 bar.
[Link] the gauge and calibrator pressure readings into the experimental
data sheet in Appendix A.
[Link] steps 4 to 6 with 0.1 bar increment up to 2 bar by slowly
adjusting the filter regulator and the pressure relief valve.
[Link] Bourdon Pressure Gauge readings against Callbrator Pressure
readings.

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6.0 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

[Link] the pressure gauge is kept clean by cleaning the glass on dial using
microfiber cloth,so that the pressure value indicated by pointer in dial can be easily
visible,
[Link] operating for longtime,check whether the rotation and fluctuation of the pressure
gauge pointer are [Link],check whether the pressure gauge can return to
zero
[Link] pressure gauge is no longer accurate,it should be replaced.
[Link] batteries of the digital pressure calibrator when necessary.

7.0 SAFETY PRECAUTION

[Link] equipment shall not be subjected to shock,sudden impact,vibration,or extra

loads.
[Link] operating instructions supplied with the equipment must be carefully read and
understood before attempting to operate the equipment.
[Link] any leaks before operating the equipment.
[Link] not knock on the glass front of the gauge.
[Link] not operate at a range beyond what can be measured by the
gauge/calibrator. [Link] not run the pressure/vacuum pump for long hours.
[Link] not add oil to the pump,as it is oil-less pump.
[Link] pressure/vacuum pump should not come into contact with water or other liquids.
[Link] the pointer of the gauge keep fuctuate and unstable,check if the pressure into
the filter regulator is at least more than 2 [Link],check if there are any
leakages at thefttings.
[Link] exercise appropriate safety precautions when operating pressurized
equipment.
[Link] sure the system is suficiently ventilated at all times during operation,
maintenance and storage.
[Link] a properly trained staff shall be allowed to carry out any servicing or repairing job.

8.0 REFERENCES

Airflow Developments Limited,G.J Matthews

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APPENDIX A

Experimental Data Sheets

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Experiment 1:Membrane Pressure Gauge Calibration

Gauge Actual Gauge Actual

Reading Reading Erro Reading Reading Erro
(mbar) r (mbar) (mbar) r
(mbar) (%) (%)
0 1100
100 1200
200 1300
300 1400
400 1500
500 1600
600 1700
700 1800
800 1900
900 2000
1000

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Experiment 2:Bellows Pressure Gauge Calibration

Gauge Gauge Actual

Reading
Actual Error Reading Reading Erro
Reading
(mbar (%) (mbar) (mbar) r
(mbar) (%)
0 320
40 340
60 360
80 380
100 400
120 420
140 440
160 460
180 480
200 500
220 520
240 540
260 560
280
300

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Experiment 3:Bourdon Pressure Gauge Calibration

Gauge Actual Gauge Actual

Error Reading Error
Reading Reading
(mbar) Reading (%) (mbar) (mbar) (%)
(mbar
0 1100
100 1200
200 1300
300 1400
400 1500
500 1600
600 1700
700 1800
800 1900
900 2000
1000

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APPENDIX B

Typical Experimental Results

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Experiment 1:Membrane Pressure Gauge Calibration

SOLTEQ
Gauge Gauge Actual Error
Reading Actual Error Reading Reading
Reading
(mbar) (%) (mbar) (mbar) (%)
(mbar)
0 1100
100 1200
200 1300
300 1400
400 1500
500 1600
600 1700
700 1800
800 1900
900 2000
1000