What is the purpose of the pointer in a pressure gauge?
A. To hold the glass cover in place
B. To indicate the pressure reading on the dial face
C. To protect the gauge from overpressure
D. To connect the bourdon tube to the process being measured
Answer:B
What is the purpose of the pointer in a pressure gauge?
A. To hold the glass cover in place B. To indicate the pressure reading on the dial face C. To protect the gauge from overpressure D. To connect the bourdon tube to the process being measured
Explanation: The pointer on a pressure gauge is connected to the gauge movement and moves in response to the deflection of the bourdon tube. It points to the pressure measurement on the dial face and provides a visual indication of the pressure being measured.