Description
The Homogenizer Pressure Gauge by Aavad Instrument Pvt. Ltd. is a specialized, high-pressure precision gauge designed to withstand the extreme conditions encountered in dairy, food processing, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic homogenization processes. Homogenizers operate at pressures ranging from 100 to 1200 bar with severe high-frequency pulsations from the reciprocating plunger pump — conditions that destroy standard gauges rapidly. Aavad’s homogenizer pressure gauge is built with an ultra-robust glycerine-filled SS 316 case, a reinforced high-pressure Bourdon tube, and a heavy-wall socket to handle these demanding cycles reliably.
If you have ever stood near a working homogenizer, you have experienced the incessant pounding this powerful multi-piston, high pressure pump can generate. Micro Homogenizer type diaphragm seal attached to glycerine filled case heavy duty pressure gauge are built to withstand the continuous pulsation produced by homogenizer. Also it has exposed diaphragm that avoids dead space and cavity so that bacterial & fungal formation is eliminated. Such features makes them most ideal pressure measuring instrument for dairy application.
Key Features
- Pressure Range: 100 bar to 1200 bar (1500 PSI to 17,500 PSI) to match homogenizer operating pressures
- Dial Size: 100 mm, 150 mm with bold, easy-read scales in MPa / bar / PSI
- Glycerine-filled case for high-frequency pulsation damping
- Sensing Element: Heavy-wall high-pressure SS 316 Bourdon tube with argon weld
- Built-in pulsation damper (snubber) to protect against pressure spikes
- Heavy-duty bayonet bezel with shatterproof glass window
- Process Connection: ¼” or ½” NPT/BSP high-pressure male fitting
- Wetted Parts: SS 316 for compatibility with dairy, food, and pharma media
- Accuracy: ±1.0% FSD
- Over-range protection: 130% FSD minimum
- Optional shut-off valve for safe removal without process shutdown
- Temperature Rating: -20°C to +80°C (process fluid), higher with silicone fill
- Available with dual scale MPa/bar or bar/PSI dials
- Compatible with two-stage and multi-stage homogenizer configurations
Applications
- Dairy homogenizers — milk, cream, and flavoured milk processing
- Pharmaceutical emulsion and suspension homogenization
- Cosmetics and personal care — lotion, cream, shampoo production
- Juice and beverage homogenization (citrus, tomato, mango)
- Paint, ink, and pigment dispersion homogenizers
- Mayonnaise, dressing, and sauce emulsification
- Baby food and infant formula processing lines
- Veterinary and animal feed liquid processing
- Biodiesel and biofuel emulsification processes
- Adhesive and polymer emulsion production
Datasheet
FAQs
1. What is a Homogenizer Pressure Gauge?
A Homogenizer Pressure Gauge is a high-pressure mechanical pressure gauge specifically designed to measure pressure in industrial homogenizers used in the dairy, food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and biotechnology industries. It provides accurate and reliable pressure indication during high-pressure homogenization processes.
2. Why is a special Pressure Gauge required for Homogenizers?
Homogenizers operate at extremely high pressures and generate rapid pressure pulsations due to reciprocating plunger pumps. A Homogenizer Pressure Gauge is specially engineered to withstand these severe operating conditions while delivering stable, accurate, and repeatable pressure readings with extended service life.
3. What pressure range does this model measure?
This model measures pressures from 0 to 420 kg/cm², making it suitable for high-pressure homogenizers, emulsification systems, pharmaceutical processing equipment, dairy processing plants, food manufacturing, and other demanding industrial applications.
4. Why is the Gauge Glycerine Filled?
The glycerine-filled pressure gauge dampens pointer movement caused by reciprocating plunger pumps, hydraulic pulsations, mechanical vibration, and pressure shocks. This results in smoother pressure indication, improved readability, reduced wear of the internal mechanism, and longer operational life under continuous high-pressure service.
