Pressure measurement
CHELL INSTRUMENTS EXTEND THEIR SUPPORT FOR FORMULA 1 AHEAD OF 2026 RULE CHANGES
ORIGINAL BOURDON BRAND AVAILABLE FROM BAUMER
recise and reliable pressure and temperature measurement is a critical requirement across a wide range of process applications such as the oil and gas energy industries, along with water & wastewater supply, chemicals, heating, ventilation and air- conditioning. The use of pressure instruments across these types of applications is increasing and coupled with the fact that pressure is the second most measured process variable (after temperature), means that millions of measurements are recorded every year. So what is today’s most widely used and proven device which meets these critical requirements? Originally invented in 1835 by Eugene
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Bourdon the ‘Bourdon Tube’, also known as the Bourdon
with Formula 1 (F1) through manufacturing and providing industry-leading solutions. Formula 1 has announced a number of new rule changes for 2026, including the introduction of sustainable fuels, a reduction in fuel consumption and the improvement of hybrid engines and technology. These changes are designed to make
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Formula 1 more sustainable as the FIA Motor Sport Council commits to hitting its environmental targets – without taking away from the excitement and intensity of the sport. However, with these exciting changes comes new challenges for teams in F1, such as differences in vehicle weight and size, and changes in handling and control. “This is an exciting time to be involved in F1, being able to help shape the future of racing and provide F1 teams with the technology and testing solutions they need to push the boundaries of what their vehicles are capable of – all whilst making the sport more sustainable” says Nick Broadley, managing director at Chell Instruments. With these significant changes being made, there is a need to test the vehicles in on-road or on-track scenarios. Chell Instruments have engineered innovative solutions which can maintain very low
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gauge, is a proven mechanical device which measures and indicates pressures of liquids and gases. From the first prototype device Bourdon has become an established global manufacturer offering a constantly evolving range of innovative pressure and temperature instruments.
orld-leaders in gas measurement and control solutions, Chell
Instruments, will continue their innovative partnership
uncertainties in high-vibration environments. “With such significant changes being made to the vehicles, gathering real-world data from road or race circuits – and having it be as accurate as possible is vital to our client’s success in races. That’s why our industry-leading pressure scanners are widely trusted to deliver the data needed to innovate and develop their vehicles” concludes Broadley.
Chell Instruments have over 40 years’ experience supporting the development and testing of aerodynamic characteristics in vehicles – improving performance, cooling and stability.
Through their work with partners in F1, the business has provided the essential equipment and expertise to help their clients reduce drag and increase down force. Chell Instruments have a wide range of products which are used extensively in wind tunnels to test the impact of developments in aerodynamics, down force and ground effect – particularly their data acquisition (DAQ) pressure sensors and quick-disconnect (AQDC, SQDC and QDCM) couplings. North Walsham-based Chell Instruments have been providing pressure, vacuum and gas flow measurement equipment for over 40 years. Their technology is used within a variety of sectors, including aerospace, pharmaceuticals, energy and motorsport.
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Sensors and instrumentation specialist Baumer offer the original Bourdon tube method gauge which is readily available from a stock of around 1,000 common pressure and temperature instruments. This comprehensive product portfolio is manufactured with high vertical integration along with industry-leading technologies and so meets the objective of delivering sustainable and reliable solutions. So what are the three main purposes of these measurements? Firstly, the indication of pressure at a distance, pressure control on control loops and increasingly monitoring pressure thresholds in automated and robotic processes. The Baumer range of pressure gauges includes; industrial gauges, utility pressure, contact pressure, solid front, capsule pressure, absolute pressure, process pressure and diaphragm gauges. Also, differential pressure gauges; with capsule, bellow and differential cell options. All gauges are supplied with local and international support along with the relevant certification. Also available are products for IoT applications, including mechanical safety pressure gauges with up to 10km wireless communication. In conclusion, Baumer offers customers; extensive stock availability of over 1,000 variants of pressure gauges, thermometers and accessories available immediately, along with over 500 variants of the best-seller MEX3 and MEX5 pressure gauges.
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