Pressure gauges are essential devices that can help you measure the amount of pressure in any given environment. Depending on the intended pressure gauge application, many types of pressure gauges are designed to give the most accurate results. That means choosing your pressure gauges wisely to get the results you want. Pressure gauges can be mechanical […]
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March 21, 2022Mid West – How to Choose a Pressure Sensor
March 14, 2022Pressure sensors are devices or instruments that are used to measure the pressure of gasses or oils. A pressure-sensitive element, which is a component of a pressure sensor, measures the pressure being applied and converts that information into an electrical signal or output signal. Faulty pressure sensors can lead to increasing costs and downtime. Factors to […]
Read MoreYour Guide to Picking a Differential Pressure Gauge
September 30, 2021The technology used in differential pressure gauges has existed for more than a century, and today the pressure gauge remains one of the most common methods of pressure measurement. The question of how to choose the right pressure gauge is an important one and depends on several variables. Read about picking the right differential pressure […]
Read MoreAir Pressure Gauge vs. Hydraulic Pressure
January 15, 2021It’s not uncommon for people outside the instrument industry to use the terms “air pressure” and “hydraulic pressure” interchangeably, thinking they’re the same. However, there are some differences between the two that you need to know before deciding between an air pressure gauge vs. hydraulic pressure, and which one is best for your needs in […]
Read MoreStandard vs. Custom Dials
January 10, 2021Though your application is unique to your business in the Midwest, the measurements and components required to find success can vary based on your industry and the specific needs of your application. For these reasons, custom dials in many cases offer considerably more upside than standard dials. When “Close Enough” Isn’t Good Enough Contact Mid-West […]
Read MoreWhich Differential Gauge Is Right For My Business? A Michigan Engineer Explains
October 30, 2020Differential pressure gauges have a variety of applications in many different industries. These gauges are specially built to measure the difference between two applied pressures, and they are even able to do the job in harsh conditions and environments. As a result they can be a crucial tool for firms in a variety of industries. […]
Read MoreTypes of Pressure Gauges Offered in the Midwest
October 15, 2020At Mid-West Instrument, we want to make sure that we’re selling our customers the right product for the job. We manufacture multiple types of gauges at our state-of-the-art facility in Michigan, and when you come to us we will make sure that you find exactly what you need. Let’s take a closer look at some […]
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