- What is the proof pressure (maximum pressure to which the device can be taken and still perform within specifications (without loss of accuracy) after returning to the operating pressure range) for the SM9000 sensor?
The proof pressure for the ultra-low pressure sensor is 7 kPa (1 PSI).
- What is the burst pressure (pressure where part is permanently damaged) of the SM9000 Series?
The burst pressure for the ultra-low pressure sensor is 20 kPa (2.9 PSI).
- What is the difference between differential and gauge pressure?
Differential pressure
dP=P1-P2 is the pressure difference between two points, 1 and 2. P1 and P2 are respective pressure at the two points. This could be across an air flow restrictor in a HVAC system, or across a filter in the HVAC system, or in a ventilator system to detect and control inhalation / exhalation air flow.
Gauge pressure
Gauge pressure is the pressure differential with respect to the atmospheric pressure. Generally -not always, gauge pressure is higher than atmospheric pressure, so gauge pressure sensors are calibrated to have its output be at minimum at atmospheric pressure, and increase from there. Gauge pressure sensors are used to measure e.g. pressure in a pressure in a manifold.