Measuring and testing – Fluid pressure gauge – Diaphragm
Patent
1994-01-24
1996-08-06
Chilcot, Richard
Measuring and testing
Fluid pressure gauge
Diaphragm
73718, H01G 100
Patent
active
055423000
ABSTRACT:
A variable capacitance type pressure sensor with excellent manufacturability center-mounts an electrode on an edge-mounted diaphragm using a metal-glass-metal subassembly. An inner metal post of the assembly is welded to the diaphragm. A solder or flowable cement secures the electrode to an outer metal collar of the assembly with the initial diaphragm-to-electrode spacing set by a temporary shim. The position of the glass and the physical lengths of the metallic members of the assembly are adjusted to provide self-compensation for temperature variations. In a preferred form for low and medium pressure applications, the diaphragm is stamped from sheet metal with a central dimple that resists rotation of the attached assembly and isolates diaphragm deformation stresses from the post-to-diaphragm weld. In a high pressure form, a machined central boss isolates this weld from stress. A fitting that edge-mounts the diaphragm has a thinned end wall, or the diaphragm has a thin-walled skirt, to relieve stress on the diaphragm-to-fitting joint.
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Biegel R.
Chilcot Richard
Setra Systems, Inc.
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