What is the standard hight of instrument installation

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The standard height of instrument installation varies depending on the type of instrument and its application.

The height should be such that the instrument is easily accessible for operation and maintenance.
For example, the height of a pressure gauge in a pipeline should be at eye level for easy reading.
Instruments installed in hazardous areas should be placed at a safe distance from potential sources of ignition.
The height of instruments in control rooms should be such that they are easily visible and reachable by the operator.
The standard height for installation of flow meters is typically 10 diameters downstream and 5 diameters upstream of any elbows or other obstructions.

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