PSI gauge

[cashflowdub]

putting a psi gauge on my penstock just before my turbine is what i would like to do

is there any special pvc fittings available or does it need to be rigged up and i have a gauge but i dont think it is the right one so whic hones should i be looking at

[RP]

What pressure do you expect (or what is the head) and what size is the pipe?

[cashflowdub]

the pipe will be 4 inch reduced down to another size(unknown yet) for my nozzle and i havent got my head figured out yet becuase i dont know how much penstock i tend to run i just want to know how people are setting there gauges up on there systems

[chainsaw]

You are correct to want a pressure gauge just before entering the turbine. I have a small hydro unit with a turgo runner. I have found the gauge invaluable for trouble shooting. Your static and dynamic pressure changes will alert you to-air in penstock, intake restriction, and nozzle obstruction.

[spinningmagnets]

Just to help you determine the gauge range you'll need, measure the elevation between the water level in your penstock and the turbine. You should get about 19 PSI per 10 feet of head (if I remember correctly).

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