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and Measurements
N.V. Raghavendra
L. Krishnamurthy
Comparators
High amplification
Good resolution
Mechanical-optical comparator
Pneumatic comparators
It projects a two-dimensional
magnified image of the work-
piece on to a viewing screen to
facilitate measurement.
The current in D.C. form, then passes to the meter and the probe tip
movement is displayed as a linear measurement over a circular scale.
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Pneumatic Comparators
This system uses a two orifice arrangement as shown in figure above. While the
orifice O1 is called the control orifice, the orifice O2 is referred to as the
measuring orifice.
The measuring head gets compressed air supply at a constant pressure ‘P’,
which is called the source pressure
Depending upon the gap d, the back pressure Pb changes, thereby providing a
means for measuring dimension ‘d’.
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Back Pressure Gauge
Figure shows the characteristic
curve of back-pressure gauge.
In the set up shown in figure above, the back pressure is let into a bourdon
tube, which undergone deflection depending on the magnitude of air
pressure. This deflection of the bourdon tube is amplified by lever and gear
arrangement and indicated on a dial.
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Solex Pneumatic Gauge
This air gauge has been developed and marketed by Solex air Gauges Ltd. of USA
and is one of the most popular pneumatic comparator in the industry.
The Solex pneumatic gauge is generally used for the inspection of internal
dimensions, although it is also used for external measurement with suitable
attachments.
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Applications of Pneumatic Comparators
Pneumatic gauging is one of the widely used methods for inspection of holes.
The gauging elements can be adapted to measure nearly any feature of the hole
including diameter, roundness, squareness and straightness.