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  • Understanding Gas and Vapor Pressure Measurement: Gauges Explained
    The pressure of a gas or vapor is measured by a pressure gauge.

    Here are some common types of pressure gauges:

    * Bourdon tube gauge: This is a common type of gauge that uses a curved tube that straightens out when pressure is applied. The movement of the tube is then connected to a pointer that indicates the pressure.

    * Diaphragm gauge: This gauge uses a flexible diaphragm that is deflected by pressure. The deflection is then measured and converted to a pressure reading.

    * Strain gauge: This gauge uses a small strip of material that changes resistance when stretched or compressed. This change in resistance is measured and converted to a pressure reading.

    * Digital pressure gauge: This gauge uses a sensor to measure pressure and then displays the reading digitally.

    The type of pressure gauge used will depend on the specific application and the range of pressures being measured.

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