We are proud to produce high-quality mechanical pressure switches, and electronic pressure switches at SUCO ESI in North America. We are committed to providing our customers with innovative products and technical advice. It is important to adjust your pressure switch correctly for optimal performance. This guide will show you how to accurately adjust your pressure switches.
Understanding Your Pressure Switch
It’s important to know the parts and functions of your pressure switch before you begin the adjustment process. SUCO ESI North America offers a wide range of pressure switch products for a variety of applications including aerospace, defense and oil & Gas, automotive, medical, process, general industrial, and other markets.
What You Will Need
You’ll need these tools to adjust your pressure switch:
- The screwdriver, either flat or Phillips depends on the switch.
- A pressure gauge
- An adjustable wrench
- Safety equipment (gloves and goggles).
Step-by-Step Adjustment Guide
- Safety First
- Make sure that the system has been depressurized, and that all electrical sources have been turned off. Wear safety equipment, such as goggles and gloves, to protect you during the adjustment.
- How to Identify Adjustment Points
- Find the adjustment screws for your pressure switch. They are marked “range”, “set point”, “differential”, or “deadband”. The range screw is used to adjust the activation point.
- Connecting the Pressure Gauge
- Connect the pressure gauge directly to the system for accurate monitoring of pressure levels. You can then make the necessary adjustments to the switch.
- Set Point
- Turn the range screw counterclockwise or clockwise with the screwdriver to increase the setting point. The screw should be adjusted until the pressure gauge shows the desired activation. Check the pressure gauge often and make sure you are not overshooting your target pressure.
- Adjusting the differential
- Then, adjust the differential screw until you reach the desired deactivation level. The differential will be increased by turning the screw in a clockwise direction, while the opposite will reduce it. This ensures that the switch will deactivate at the right pressure level.
- Test for Adjustment
- Monitor the pressure gauge and pressurize the system gradually to ensure that the switch is activated and deactivated at the correct pressure level. Repeat the steps of adjustment until you achieve the desired settings if the switch doesn’t respond as expected.
- Secure
- Secure the adjustment screws once you are satisfied with the results. This will prevent unintentional adjustments. Repressurize your system and perform a final check to confirm that the settings are correct.
Why choose SUCO ESI North America?
SUCO ESI North America has decades of experience in providing pressure switches with high quality and excellent customer service. Our products are manufactured and designed to the highest standard, ensuring accuracy and reliability in demanding applications. Our pressure switches conform to CE requirements and are tested according to ISO9001-2008 and Mil I-45208. For added peace of mind, we also offer intrinsic safety certificates.
Please contact us directly if you need any assistance or have questions about adjusting the pressure switch. Our team is here to offer you the technical support and advice you need to find the best solution for your system.
How to Properly Adjust Your Pressure Switch
Contact SUCO ESI North America for your pressure sensor needs at 1-800-473-7313 or sales@sucoesi.com
