Pressure Measurement Quiz

What is the international standard for pressure measurement?

• API 551Process Measurement

• ASME PTC 19.2Pressure Measurement

• ISO 9001Quality Management

• ASTM D2000Standard Classification System for Rubber Products

Which type of pressure measurement is zero-referenced against a perfect vacuum?

• Differential Pressure

• Atmospheric Pressure

• Gauge Pressure

• Absolute Pressure

What is the principle behind the Bourdon Tube pressure gauge?

• Expansion and contraction of a flexible metal bellows

• Conversion of process pressure into mechanical movement by monitoring the bulging of a disk

• Linking of a bent oval tube to the process pressure

• Detection of changes in electrical capacitance due to the movement of a diaphragm

Which type of pressure measurement is used for low pressure applications?

• Bourdon Tube

• Diaphragm

• Bellows

• Transmitter

What is the material commonly used for the wet parts of pressure transmitters?

• Brass

• Stainless Steel

• Copper

• Aluminum

What is the purpose of pulsation dampeners and siphons in pressure measurement?

• To simplify periodic calibration of pressure instruments

• To detect process changes

• To prevent damage due to temperature

• To prevent any pressure shocks or rapidly fluctuating pressure

What type of accessory is used to prevent damage due to temperature in pressure measurement?

• Valve Manifold

• Freeze Protection

• Siphon

• Pulsation Dampener

What is the purpose of chemical seals in pressure measurement?

• To detect process changes

• To simplify periodic calibration of pressure instruments

• To prevent any pressure shocks or rapidly fluctuating pressure

• To protect the pressure instrument from corrosive process media

Which type of pressure measurement is used for detecting process changes?

• Pressure Transmitter

• Pressure Switches

• Accessories

• Pressure Gauge