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How Does The Gas Pump At The Station Know When The Tank Is Full?

How Does The Gas Pump At The Station Know When The Tank Is Full?

Every fuel nozzle has a built-in way to sense when your tank reaches the right level and stop the flow automatically. It is a clever mix of airflow, vacuum, and a small mechanical valve in the handle. Knowing how it works explains early click-offs, splashback, and why topping off is not a good idea. What The Nozzle Is Sensing Near the tip of the nozzle, there is a tiny sensing port. While you pump, air flows past that port, up ... read more