Category Archives: Valves

Mechanical vs. Solid State Pressure Switches

Article written by David Gardellin of Onyx Valve Co
Onyx Isolator Rings have traditionally been supplied with mechanical gauges and mechanical switches to monitor process pressure and pump performance. These do a fine job, but many users are changing over to solid state switches. This paper will discuss some of the advantages of each.
Principle of operation:
Mechanical [...]

The Effects of Capillary Tubing on Pressure Measurement

Article written by David Gardellin of Onyx Valve Co
Capillary tubing introduces three effects on the performance of pressure-sensing instruments:
1. Temperature effects. Temperature changes cause the liquid inside the capillary tube to expand and contract, changing the volume of the fill fluid. The resulting error is a function of the total volume of the tubing, pressure [...]