Mailing List flyrotary@lancaironline.net Message #2010
From: Tracy Crook <lors01@msn.com>
Subject: Re: [FlyRotary] Engine instruments
Date: Thu, 19 Jun 2003 20:28:54 -0400
To: Rotary motors in aircraft <flyrotary@lancaironline.net>


> I am planning on using Motorola sensors (MPX5700) to read the intake
> manifold and turbo output.  I am a bit confused about the type of sensor
> to use.
>
> I believe that I should use an Absolute sensor for the intake plenum and
> a Gauge sensor for the turbo pressure ---But I am not sure!
> The meters will be calibrated to read in inches.
>
> Can someone comment on this --- Ed and Tracy probably know about this.
>
> Also, has anyone ever used these sensors to read fuel pressure, are they
> resistant to fuels?
>
> Thanks
>
> Rino
> Turbo 13b Glass Goose

I'd go with absolute sensors on both since that's all the engine cares
about.  The MPX4250AP is good for around 60" manifold pressure (absolute),
more than enough.

Tracy Crook
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