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Introduction
Accurate measurement is crucial for industrial processes, especially in such a convoluted world of operations. When monitoring steam pressure at a petrochemical facility, or temperature in a food process facility – your gauges are your eyes and ears into environments where perfect measurement can mean the difference between operational performance and costly downtime.
At Tempsens, we know that every PSI, every degree, every one of those measurement points is relative. The reason we have created a complete line of temperature and pressure gauges that exceed industry standards, is because we make them for the professionals that simply will not accept anything less than an accurate, durable, and reliable product.
Gauges have grown from a product of the manufacturing floor into a stalwart of the industry. They have emerged as the unsung heroes that aid the operational goals, and the silent defenders of safety of company value. Gauges are not simply products; they have become trusted companions to operators to make split-second decisions that protect equipment and personnel.
Level Gauges and Switches
Accurate level gauges and switches for reliable industrial measurement and control.
Pressure and Temperature Switches
Precision pressure and temperature switches for reliable industrial control and monitoring.
Diaphragm Seal
High-accuracy diaphragm seals for harsh process conditions.
Accessories
Essential accessories for precise control and measurement systems.
Temperature Gauge
Temperature gauges offered have Bi-metal, Liquid Filled, Gas Expansion as sensing elements.
Pressure Gauge
Pressure gauges offered have Utility , Industrial heavy duty , Sealed diaphragm, Capsule type and Electric Contact pressure gauge.
About Temperature and Pressure Gauges
Types of Gauges
Temperature Gauges
Instruments that measure thermal energy using sensing elements like bimetallic strips or gas expansion systems, displaying temperature readings from -40°C to 600°C for process monitoring and control.
Types of Temperature Gauges
- Thermometer (Gas/ Mercury filled) – commonly used for accurate temperature measurement.
- Digital Thermometer – Electronic display, often more accurate.
- Bimetallic Temperature Gauge – Uses two metals to show temperature mechanically.
Pressure Gauges
Devices that measure fluid pressure using bourdon tubes or diaphragms, converting mechanical pressure into readable dial displays for monitoring system pressures from vacuum to 1500 kg/cm².
Type of Pressure Gauges
- Bourdon Tube Pressure Gauge – Most common type; mechanical.
- Diaphragm Pressure Gauge – For low-pressure measurements and mostly used in chemical applications.
- Digital Pressure Gauge – Electronic version with a digital display.
- Capsule Pressure Gauge – For low-pressure gas measurement.
- Differential Pressure Gauge – Measures the differential pressure between two points in a system.
Uses of Gauges
The applications of industrial gauges are varied and numerous in many essential applications where accurate measurement improves results:
- Process Industries – Including monitoring of reactor temperatures, distillation column pressures, heat exchanger performance in chemical and petrochemical plants where safety margins are vital.
- Food & Beverage Production – Including pasteurization and fermentation temperature and pressure monitoring where FDA-compliant materials and sanitary connections are needed.
- Power Generation – Including boiler pressures and turbine temperatures and cooling systems in thermal and nuclear power plants where operational efficiency means money.
- Oil & Gas– Including wellhead pressure monitoring and pipeline temperature monitoring with accuracy in harsh conditions.
- HVAC – Including monitoring heating, cooling, and the parameters of a proper ventilation system to provide the building’s occupants with a high level of comfort.
- Marine – Including gauges for ship engines, cargo systems, and platform applications where failure is NOT an option.
- Pharmaceutical – Environmental monitoring for process validation and quality adherence.
Why Choose Tempsens?
Tempsens is your measurement partner, where reliability and precision intersect:
- Not only do we offer an uncompromising level of quality – integrity of our gauges is consistent with the demands of global scale applications, all of our gauges are designed to meet the requirements of EN13190, IS3624, EN837 and ASME B40.3.
- Our innovative engineering and corresponding material selection provides you with long-lasting processing; with SS316 wetted parts, SS304 cases and special coatings for exceptional corrosion resistance in the harshest of environments.
- Complete custom capabilities allow you to specify everything from stem length to connection type and even pressure range (including special certifications such as NACE, IBR and other specifications you may have).
- A full-spectrum of products allow us to be your one-stop-shop for gauges, making it easier to manage vendors and ensuring compatibility with all of your instrumentation systems and programs.
- Our engineering and technical service staff will provide application advice in choosing the best gauge configurations to provide the best possible performance and reliability.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to frequently asked questions related to Temperature and Pressure Gauges.
Pressure gauges can measure gauge pressure (based on atmospheric or ambient pressure), absolute pressure (based on a vacuum), compound pressure (vacuum to positive), and differential pressure. The selection can be based on the application.
Brass is fine for non-corrosive water and air. Select SS316 wetted parts for chemical service or saltwater. The sealed diaphragm with PTFE coating protects against aggressive or sanitary media.
A temperature gauge provides the reading in Celsius (°C), Fahrenheit (°F), or Kelvin (K) scales, including dual scale options when the application requires an absolute display °C/°F on a single dial.
Considerations include process temperature range, ambient temperature, required stem immersion, mounting orientation (bottom/back/every angle), type of process connection threads (BSP/NPT), accuracy class, and whether sanitary, explosion-proof, or thermo-well protection is required depending on the installation.
Bimetallic thermometers have standard ranges of -40°C to 600°C with an accuracy of Class 1; gas or liquid expansion thermometers have capabilities beyond up to 600°C (following the choice of the nominal ranges based on process operating temperatures, required scale resolution (i.e., 1°C to 10°C separation), and the measuring range versus nominal span placing as prescribed by EN13190).
Periodic visual inspection, such as examining the clarity of the dial and pointer movement, checking for stem integrity, checking for thermo-well condition (when installed), checking for the process connection to be tight, and checking in the zero-point all provide reliable in-service for a longer period; glycerin-filled gauges need inspection for fluid loss indicating the seal is beginning to lose its integrity.
Yes! There are specific requirements for each industry, from sanitary tri-clover connections for food processing to NACE certified material for sour gas applications. We build gauges industry-specific.
Most Tempsens gauges require little to no maintenance given their robust SS316/304 construction; periodic calibration checks, and seal inspections would be required to ensure ongoing accuracy and reliability.
Analyze your process medium, pressure/temperature range, accuracy required, environmental conditions, and connection specifications – our technical team would aid you for the best choices.
Yes, our temperature gauges range from -40°C to 600°C depending on model, with specialized versions for extreme high temperature applications.
All Tempsens gauges ship with factory calibration certificates, and we can provide recalibration services for on-going measurement traceability throughout the instrument lifecycle.
