Calibration of Pressure Gauges
TE-123
In the field of metrology, calibration describes a process for detecting deviations in a measuring instrument compared to a reference instrument or universally accepted standard value. This observed deviation is taken into account in the subsequent use of the calibrated measuring instrument and adjusted if necessary.
TE 123 is a device designed as an introduction to the basics of checking and calibrating a manometer. A piston manometer is connected to a Bourdon tube pressure gauge via a pipe. Piston manometers are especially suited to producing well-defined pressures in liquids or gases and have been used for years as one of the most accurate methods for calibrating pressure gauges. A defined force is produced by loading the piston with weights. The ratio of force / piston cross-sectional area results in a defined test pressure. Hydraulic oil is used to transfer the force. If the pressure in the system rises, the force acts against the spring of the Bourdon tube pressure gauge. The test pressure that is produced can be read on the manometer’s transparent dial.
The spring mechanism – and thus the way in which the Bourdon tube pressure gauge works – is clearly visible through the transparent dial. Loading the calibrated piston manometer with weights produces a very accurate, reproducible calibration pressure, which can be used to check and calibrate the manometer.
Specifications
- Bourdon tube pressure gauge for pressure measurement
- Transparent dial face with a view of the spring mechanism
- Accurately fitting piston and cylinder of the piston manometer without seals
- Hydraulic oil for transfer of the force
- Hydraulic pump with storage tank and bleed mechanism
Technical Details
- Piston manometer
- Pressure piston: diameter: 12mm
- Hydraulic cylinder: diameter: 25mm, length=225mm
- Oil: ISO viscosity grade: VG 32
- Set of weights
- Weight holder: 385g / 0,334bar
- 1x 193g / 0,166bar
- 4x 578g / 0,5bar
Measuring ranges:
- Pressure: 0…2,5bar