What is a bourbon tube?

A bourbon tube is a type of pressure sensor that uses the expansion and contraction of a bourbon-filled metal tube to measure pressure changes. The tube is usually made of phosphor bronze, and it is sealed at one end. The other end of the tube is connected to a pressure source, and the internal pressure of the bourbon causes the tube to expand or contract. This movement is then converted into an electrical signal, which can be used to measure the pressure.

Bourbon tubes are often used in industrial applications, such as measuring the pressure of steam, gas, or liquid. They are also used in medical applications, such as measuring the blood pressure of a patient.

The main advantages of bourbon tubes are their high accuracy and sensitivity. They are also relatively inexpensive and easy to use. However, bourbon tubes can be affected by temperature changes, so they must be properly calibrated before use.

Here are some of the specifications of a typical bourbon tube:

* Pressure range: 0 to 10,000 psi

* Accuracy: ±0.5% of full scale

* Sensitivity: 0.1% of full scale

* Temperature range: -40°C to 120°C

* Material: Phosphor bronze

Bourbon tubes are a reliable and accurate way to measure pressure. They are used in a wide variety of applications, from industrial to medical.