Some time back there was a discussion of using a pressure transducer on the
tank outlet fitting for sensing the hydrostatic pressure, which can then be
calibrated for fuel volume. This is what I plan on doing. In order to work
properly, the tank vent line has to be connected to the other side of the
transducer so it can get the correct differential pressure. I believe Paul
McAllister did something similar to this.
On Wed, Nov 27, 2013 at 6:00 AM, GRAHAM SINGLETON <
grahamsingleton@btinternet.com> wrote:
> Tony
> have a look at this, works reliably. The large breather pipe helps filling
> too, the air can get out easier
> unlike the standard 1/4" pipe which causes fuel to splutter out of the
> filler.
> Graham
>
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> *From:* Tony Renshaw <tonyrenshaw268@gmail.com>
>
>
> Gidday,
> I am interested in installing a fuel sight gauge for "PRE-flight"
> interpretation. I am wondering if there is any recommendation that makes
> the setup more effective or accurate. I'm also wondering if there is any
> value in having two small ball valves to be able to isolate it, both in a
> rollover or to simply turn it off. I am using flexible Aeroquip fuel hose,
> and will be using a fuel computer as my primary means of knowing my fuel
> state, PLUS, I have a Fuel tank capacitance gauge. Maybe with the
> capacitance I don't need a sight gauge at all, but I have the plumbing in
> my fuel tank outlet fittings, so it seems sensible to use it. Any help
> much appreciated.
> Regards
> Tony Renshaw
> Sydney Aussie
>
> This is a picture of the small valves I "could" use, and the 1/4" ID line
> I intend to use on a sight gauge setup.
>
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