The Difference Between Gauge, Absolute and Differential Pressure Measurement
Pressure measurements are essential for various applications, including high-accuracy vacuum measurements, distillation vacuum columns, and tank leakage checks. Absolute pressure serves as the base reference, while gauge pressure is the difference between atmospheric pressure and absolute pressure. Differential pressure is the difference between two points of pressure, used in level measurement, overpressure measurement, flow and filtration, and leak detection. Measuring units include BAR, PSI, PA, Torr, InHg, and InH2O. Absolute pressure gauges are sealed instruments that measure the actual pressure applied regardless of atmospheric pressure change. Differential pressure measurement measures pressure drop across a system, such as monitoring a filtration system within a pipeline.