Pressure switches / pressure sensors

A pressure switch is an electronic device used to monitor the pressure of gases or liquids in industrial applications. A pressure switch is used to monitor the pressure of a medium and trigger an alarm or send a signal to a controller when a certain limit is reached.

A typical pressure switch consists of a switching element that is sensitive to pressure and a microswitch that actuates the switching element when the pressure reaches the preset limit. The microswitch then sends a signal to a control or alarm device.

There are different types of switching elements that can be used in pressure switches, such as a diaphragm or piston, which move under the influence of pressure and actuate the microswitch.

The accuracy and sensitivity of a pressure switch depends on various factors such as the size and type of the switching element, the sensitivity of the microswitch and the accuracy of the signal processing. Some pressure switches have high sensitivity and accuracy, but are sensitive to noise and vibration. Other switches are more robust and stable, but have lower resolution and sensitivity. The choice of pressure switch depends on the application and the requirements for accuracy and stability of the measurement.
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