þrýstingsmælir
þrýstingsmælir is the Icelandic word for a pressure gauge. A pressure gauge is an instrument used to measure the pressure of a fluid, which can be a liquid or a gas. These instruments are essential in many industrial, scientific, and domestic applications. They work by translating the force exerted by the fluid into a readable indication, often on a dial or digital display.
There are various types of þrýstingsmælir, each suited for different pressure ranges and applications. Common examples
The units of pressure measurement can vary, with common ones including pascals (Pa), pounds per square inch